Whispers Turn to Whimpers: Could He Ever Change? novel Chapter 9

Just like that, three years flew by.

At Sunhaven International Airport, Sherilyn, pushing her luggage, emerged from the security checkpoint. Her make-up-free face, framed by her beautiful and bright eyes, scanned the crowd, revealing a maturity beyond her years.

Finally, she spotted David, the Johnson family's driver, holding a sign that read 'Sherilyn'.

Approaching him, she greeted him with a slight smile. "Hi, David."

Taking in her appearance, David blinked in surprise. "You, you're... Ms. Sherilyn?"

"Yes." Sherilyn nodded, her smile unwavering.

She knew she had changed a lot in the past four years. She had lost weight and shot up a few inches during her second growth spurt.

"Talk about coming of age." After his initial shock, David's face lit up with a broad smile. "You've become even more beautiful."

Sherilyn smiled. "You flatter me, David."

"Come on, let's get going." After a brief exchange, David led Sherilyn out of the airport. "The car's just outside. Lady Sylvia has been asking about you for days."

Once in the car, Sherilyn noted the absence of the entire Johnson family, especially Gilbert.

Eventually, they arrived at the Southern District Sanatorium.

Sylvia was ill, requiring heart surgery soon due to her condition. That was why, after three years, they called Sherilyn back. There were risks with the surgery, and Sylvia feared the worst. Before the operation, she said that she wanted to see Sherilyn one last time.

Approaching the room, Sherilyn could hear Sylvia's voice from inside. "Are they here yet? Why is it taking so long?"

Knock, knock.

David stepped forward and knocked on the door.

"Come in!"

Making way, David allowed Sherilyn through. "Ms. Sherilyn, please."

"Thank you." Sherilyn nodded and entered.

"Sherilyn?"

Peeking out, Sylvia saw the young woman at the door, reminiscent of Sherilyn, but she wasn't quite sure.

"Sylvia." Sherilyn hurried over.

"It is you, Sherilyn!" Sylvia reached out, her excitement palpable, "Come here, let me have a good look at you."

Sherilyn allowed Sylvia to pull her in close for a good look.

"Good, very good." Tears welled up in Sylvia's eyes as she choked up, "You've grown up and turned into a beautiful young lady."