Whispers Turn

“Okay, I’m on my way” Hanging up, Gilbert was beside himself with frustration. In the dead of night, Sherlyn was stirring up trouble again. Ever since she came back to Sunhaven, he had to constantly deal with the scenes she was causing! 

The police station? A fight? She was pushing the envelope this time. 

Gritting his teeth, Gilbert stepped out and hurried to the Southern District Police Station, 

It was late, and the roads were clear 

In under half an hour, 

Gilbert arrived, 

A young officer stopped him at the entrance. “Who are you? You can’t just wander into the station.” 

“They called me here” With a face as handsome as it was flawless and eyes slightly lowered, Gilbert said, “Is Sherilyn inside? I’m her… friend.” 

o on in! 

“Sherilyn, huh… Okay, go 

The officer let him through and yelled into the station, “Hey, Sherilyn’s family just showed up!” 

“Really? Come on over!” 

Sitting in a chair, Sherilyn jerked in surprise. Her family? Who? 

Turning around, she saw Gilbert’s furious gaze, even more baffled. She couldn’t help but wonder what brought him there. 

Gilbert’s face was a storm cloud, almost visibly radiating a ch 

*Sherilyn, tell me the truth. Did you do it on purpose? Are you intentionally causing trouble to get my attention? Is this your new tactic to cling to me?” 

It was like a scene replayed. When the accident with Caroline four y without hearing the whole story. 

years ago happened, he had done the same, passing judgment 

Sherlyn opened her mouth but didn’t want to explain a thing. Whatever he said, let it be. Soon, they would go their separate ways with no ties left. His opinion of her didn’t matter. 

“Aren’t you going to say anything?” Seeing Sherilyn remain silent, Gilbert couldn’t help but laugh in frustration. “Got it right, didn’t I? And I thought you had changed and become sensible!” 

Even he had started to believe it! It was all a façade! 

“Um… Finally, a police officer stepped in, pulling Gilbert aside, “Sir, please calm down. Let me explain what happened.” 

“Go on.” Barely containing his anger, Gilbert nodded, “Speak 

The officer went through the events in detail. In conclusion; he suggested, “We recommend settling it. Pay some compensation. Without solid evidence, taking this to court would be wasting time and resources, right?” 

After hearing the whole story, Gilbert fell silent. 

He looked over at Sherilyn. So that was what t happened? 

Did she get harassed by some thug? Was that the reason she fought back? So, she wasn’t looking for trouble? Thinking further, the reason she encountered that thug was because he hadn’t escorted her home. 

Gilbert’s expression darkened as he told the officer, “Okay, I agree to settle…” 

“No!” Sherilyn suddenly stood up, her stance firm, facing the officer, “Officer, I don’t know this man. He has no right to make decisions for me. I do not agree to settle! I don’t have a dime!” 

“This…” 

“Sherilyn!” Gilbert was livid, his face turning green. “Enough! Over just five thousand dollars, do you want to drag this out? Please don’t listen to her! I’ll handle the paperwork.” 

The officer nodded. “Right this way…” 

“Gilbert!” Sherilyn clenched her teeth, glaring at him in outrage. “Stay out of my business! I said, no settlernent!” 

Her defiance made Gilbert’s expression incredibly sour, looking like he was unhappy with her making a fuss. 

While staring at her pale face, Gilbert’s tone took on a mocking edge, “Is that so? Well, too bad. I’m handling this, whether you like it or Ccontent © exclusive by Nô/vel(D)ra/ma.Org.

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“Gilbert‘ 

She couldn’t stop him. Tears welled up in her eyes. That was five thousand dollars! 

At last, Gilbert paid, signed the papers, and settled the matter. 

The officer spoke, “Okay, go collect your belongings, and you can leave.”