Whispers Turn to Whimpers: Could He Ever Change?
Chapter 876

"Hey there, it looks like... Mr. Johnson caught his flight last night and should still be en route to London."

That made sense.

The flight from Sunhaven to London takes quite a few hours.

His phone was unreachable, likely because he was still on the plane.

"Thank you, I really appreciate your help."

"Not a problem at all."

Sherilyn felt cornered; of all times, her brother had to be away in London.

Glancing at the clock, she realized it was getting late and hurried off to the hospital.

On the way, Sherilyn mulled over her options. Perhaps she should pay that person the million dollars to keep things quiet for now?

Once her brother returned, he'd surely have a plan to sort everything out.

It seemed like the only viable option, as she hoped for her brother's swift return.

Upon entering the hospital room, Gilbert was still there.

"Huh?" Sherilyn expressed her surprise, "You haven't left yet?"

Was he waiting for her? But she had texted him...

Gilbert observed her closely, noticing her demeanor seemed better than the day before. Perhaps she had managed to resolve the issue? "I was just leaving."

Gilbert nodded, "Just finished breakfast with Jenna. That little one can be quite a handful, took a bit longer than expected."

"You should get going then," Sherilyn smiled back, "I'm free tonight, so you can come by later if that works for you."

"Sure thing."

Gilbert studied her quietly; she indeed didn't seem troubled.

"Take care."

As soon as Gilbert left and the hospital room door closed behind him, Sherilyn's forced composure crumbled.

She was putting on an act.

All because of that couch kiss...

She didn't want to give anything away in front of him.

All she had to do was wait for her brother to return.

Within the given deadline, Sherilyn transferred the million dollars as per the instructions she received.

The next day, Sherilyn received a package at Sunset Ridge Community.

Inside was a memory card.

Checking it on her computer, she confirmed it was indeed photos of her and Ernest...

But she knew this meant little.

The blackmailer surely had backups, and probably more photos than those sent.

What puzzled her was the identity of this person.

The photos were taken near Neon Nights Bar. Either a staff member or a former patron?

It seemed like a straightforward extortion, the person just wanted money?

But if it was money they were after, it was unlikely to be a one-time thing...

Sherilyn feared this could turn into a never-ending pit.

When would her brother return?

...

The next morning.

Hospital, patient room.

Gilbert was woken up by his phone, glanced at Jenna still asleep,

stepped outside.

"Hello?"

It was Charles on the line.

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"Mr. Gilbert!" Charles sounded frantic, "You need to check out the trending news!"

"What?"

Gilbert paused, "Okay."

Without ending the call, he scrolled through the news feed.

Sherilyn was trending, and it wasn't just one mention.

Sherilyn caught in scandal before fame?"

Sherilyn's murky past before entering the industry

Sherilyn's ex-boyfriend: True love or..."

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Just like Sherilyn, he recognized Ernest in the blurred photos!

Though the images were unclear, he had seen Ernest with his own eyes! The hospital room door opened.

Sherilyn entered with breakfast, greeting him with a smile, "Good morning."

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