Whispers Turn to Whimpers: Could He Ever Change? novel Chapter 446

Rushing to not keep her waiting, Gilbert practically flew to the shop.

Just like before, he grabbed what he needed and was ready to bolt. But as he reached the door, he paused.

Turning back, he approached the clerk.

"Do you have any hair clips for little girls?"

The clerk was a bit puzzled. "Mr. Johnson, what kind are you looking for?"

"Something like... with Minnie Mouse on it?" Gilbert pondered.

At that, the clerk smiled and nodded, "We have just the thing, a designer collaboration piece."

Pulling out a pair of hair clips from the cabinet, the clerk presented them to Gilbert. They were indeed adorned with Minnie Mouse, about the size of a girl's thumbnail, embellished with white diamonds, and featured a striking red bow - utterly charming.

Gilbert's lips curved into a smile, imagining Jenna wearing them. She'd love them, he thought.

"That'll do."

He gestured with his chin, "No need to wrap them. I'll take them as they are."

"Sure thing, Mr. Johnson."

The clerk closed the box and handed it over. Gilbert stuffed it into his bag and left the store.

Back in the car, Sherilyn was dozing off in the seat, yawning so hard tears were forming.

"Bored of waiting?"

Gilbert leaned in for a quick kiss on her lips. "Sorry, no more stops now. Let's go."

"Mhm, okay."

...

At the Johnson Mansion, the entire Johnson family was bustling with preparations for Francis' wedding.

Upon arrival, Gilbert was immediately roped into the frenzy by Sylvia, Sherilyn included, to help out.

Meanwhile, Caroline and Francis, the couple of the hour, were nowhere to be seen.

Gilbert casually inquired, "Where are the lovebirds?"

"They're here..."