Whispers Turn to Whimpers: Could He Ever Change? novel Chapter 722

"Really?"

Caroline paused, tears hanging at the corners of her eyes, "You're not kidding me?"

"No joke, it's the truth."

Gilbert nodded solemnly.

Though the doctors couldn't be completely sure, even a sliver of a chance was worth trying.

"Caroline, I won't give up, and you shouldn't either, okay?"

"..."

Caroline looked up at him, silent for a long moment before finally nodding. She squeezed his hand.

"Gilbert, don't leave me alone. You're all I've got!"

"Never." Gilbert promised earnestly, "I'll never leave you..."

He felt responsible for her plight; how could he ever abandon her?

"The doctor will be making rounds soon. Maybe freshen up a bit?"

"Okay." Caroline nodded immediately, her spirits lifted somewhat, "I'll listen to you."

...

That evening.

When the doorbell rang, Sherilyn had just finished bathing Jenna, getting ready to read her a bedtime story.

"I'll get the door..."

"Sophia, let me."

Sherilyn stopped Sophia in her tracks and headed to the door, opening it to see Gilbert as expected.

"Sherilyn." Gilbert gave an awkward smile, his face filled with remorse. He glanced inside, "Is Jenna asleep yet?"

Stepping forward, Sherilyn blocked his way.

She looked at him, her gaze indifferent, "I'd advise you not to go in."

"Sherilyn..." Gilbert's brow furrowed, "I was tied up this morning, I'll explain everything to Jenna."

"And what about next time?"