Caroline studied Sherilyn with a smug, challenging look.
By the looks of it, Gilbert hasn’t mentioned a thing to you, has he? I wonder why that is?
In this moment, Sherilyn found herself utterly cornered.
It was as if she were tied up, unable to defend herself from Caroline’s verbal assault.
Because, you see, he protects me, Caroline continued, her voice dripping with satisfaction. Even though he knows what I’ve done, he can’t bring himself to do anything about it.
Her words were like whips, each one landing with a sharp sting on Sherilyn’s heart.
You might have his presence, Caroline pressed on, her gaze unwavering, but I’ll always have a place in his heart. You’ll never have all of him.
Sherilyn chuckled softly, a bitter smile playing on her lips. Caroline, your selfishness is astounding… If you can’t have something, you’d rather destroy it.
Caroline’s words were true, but Sherilyn could see through her intentions. She was trying to drive a wedge between them.
Exactly! That’s just who I am! You think you can be happy together? Think again! Caroline admitted without hesitation, her chin lifted defiantly, her eyes glinting with a dangerous light.
I want to make sure you carry this burden forever, Sherilyn. You’ll never be truly happy, ever!
Her words delivered, Caroline took one last look at Sherilyn’s ashen face, satisfied that she had achieved her goal.
She turned away, wheeling herself out of the room.
Sherilyn stood rooted to the spot, eyes closed tightly, trying to regain her composure.
At the doorway, Caroline bumped into Gilbert as he returned.
Caroline? Gilbert blinked, eyebrows knitting in confusion. What are you doing here?
I just came to see Sherilyn, Caroline replied, her voice deceptively sweet. I’m heading to Quinland this week, thought I’d drop off a little gift for you both.
Without further explanation, her caretaker arrived to assist her.
Josie, let’s go.
Sure thing.
Gilbert was left baffled. What exactly had Caroline been up to?
Mr. Nine, servant approached, pointing towards the side room, Ms. Bennett was in there speaking with Ms. Gomez. Ms. Gomez is still inside.
Alright.
Gilbert nodded, a sense of unease creeping over him as he headed to the side
room.
Inside, Sherilyn remained as she was, unmoving.
Sherilyn? Gilbert called softly, stepping closer. His heart sank at the sight of her. Her face was pale, devoid of color.
Her eyes, though seemingly fixed on him, were vacant, as if she were somewhere far away.
Sherilyn? he repeated, anxiety tightening his throat as he reached for her hand.
He was startled to find her hands ice-cold and trembling.
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Sherilyn suddenly looked at him, her expression unchanged, her words coming
out of nowhere.
You knew all along.
What? Gilbert was genuinely puzzled.
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The shock registered on his face for just a couple of seconds before the
implications dawned on him.
Could Caroline really have told her about that? It seemed impossible…
Seeing the myriad emotions flit across his face, Sherilyn needed no further confirmation.
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