Whispers Turn to Whimpers: Could He Ever Change?

Sherilyn froze, her eyes locked on Edgar. He wasn't the first to say those words. The first was Joyce. Tears welled up in Sherilyn’s eyes as she murmured, "Thank you."

Their acquaintanceship was brief, yet his words meant everything to her.

"What are you thanking me for?" Edgar shook his head. "I haven't done anything for you."

"No need." Sherilyn offered a faint smile. "I have no friends in Sunhaven. Having someone to listen and speak up for me is more than enough."

Sherilyn leaned forward, grabbed her bag, and got off. "Thanks for the ride home. I'll head off now."

"Sure." Edgar followed her out, watching her fade into the distance. Suddenly, he jogged after her. "Sherilyn!"

"Yes?" When hearing his voice, Sherilyn halted and turned, puzzled. "What's up? Something wrong?"

"Yes!" Edgar nodded earnestly. "Do you... have a way to shake off Gilbert? As far as I know, he's not the type to give up easily."

Indeed. Sherilyn's gaze darkened, as Sylvia had said once Gilbert made up his mind, nothing could sway him. But what could she do?

Sherilyn shook her head, then added, "As long as I refuse, he can't force me."

"Well..." Edgar swallowed, gathering his courage to look Sherilyn straight in the eye. "I do have an idea." This is from NôvelDrama.Org.

"Oh?" Sherilyn was intrigued. "What's the idea?"

Curiosity filled her clear eyes.

Edgar's heart skipped a beat. He took a deep breath. "The idea is... for us to be together."

Sherilyn was shocked. Was that even a solution? How could she drag him into the mess only to avoid Gilbert? "You..."

Seeing Sherilyn's rising anger, Edgar hurriedly explained, "Don't be mad and don't get me wrong. I'm not trying to take advantage of the situation! We wouldn't be together. Just make Gilbert think so."

"If you're with someone, he can't keep pressing you, right?"

That made sense to Sherilyn, in theory. Moreover, she recalled Sylvia mentioning that if Sherilyn didn’t want to, Sylvia wouldn't force her into anything. Sylvia hoped Sherilyn would find someone perfect for her.

That meant if she and Edgar acted to be together, with Sylvia's support, Gilbert couldn't do anything to her again! The thought flashed briefly through her mind.

"No, it's not right." Sherilyn shook her head vigorously, refusing.

What was she thinking? Knowing Edgar had a thing for her and considering this proposal? Wouldn't that be the same as playing with his feelings?

"Why not?" Edgar's eyes dulled a bit. "Even if it's just for show, you wouldn't consider it?"

"Edgar." Sherilyn struggled to express herself. "Though we haven't known each other long, I consider you a friend."

Just like when she met Joyce in Crestwood, she knew Edgar was a good person. She couldn't use him or hurt him.

Sherilyn said, "You're a good person."

"Are you giving me the 'nice guy' speech?" Edgar managed a bitter smile.

"No." Sherilyn shook her head, her gaze clear. " I'd gladly be your good friend. But as it is, all I can say is that I'm only an ordinary person. Your life is just beginning. You'll meet the best girl out there."