Gilbert stood a little awkwardly in the doorway, lost in his own thoughts and silently chiding himself.
Alright, let’s catch up later… Sherilyn glanced up, saw him, and quickly wrapped up her call with Joyce, wishing her a good night.
She put her phone down and stood, a smile still lingering on her lips.
All done with work? she asked, strolling over to Gilbert, still carrying that easy grin.
Gilbert felt a wave of relief wash over him. Sherilyn was in a good mood-clearly, he hadn’t messed up.
Yeah, he nodded. Charles just left-we were going over some stuff in the study.
Sherilyn nodded too. Did you take your medicine?
I did.
Open up, let me check.
Gilbert bent down a bit and obediently opened his mouth.
Sherilyn wrinkled her nose as she caught a strong whiff of the medicine. Yep, she said, satisfied. You took it.
Gilbert squeezed her hand, a little curious. You seem pretty happy tonight.
I am, Sherilyn replied, her eyes sparkling.
One was her brother, the other her best friend both good people. If things really worked out between them, how could she not be thrilled?
So, what’s got you so happy? Something good happen? Gilbert slid his arm around her waist, facing her.
Sherilyn leaned into his chest, tapping his heart with her fingertips. Not telling. Gilbert raised an eyebrow. Ooh, secrets, huh?
Yep, she grinned, then relented a little. It’s about Joyce. Can’t tell you just yet.
She’d never been the type to spill her friends’ secrets, not even to the man she loved. Joyce and Galen were… well, nothing was set in stone. No need to broadcast it to the world just yet.
Fair enough, Gilbert said, his curiosity fading. He wasn’t the type to fish for gossip between his wife and her bestie.
Alright, I won’t ask.
He pulled her closer, lowering his head as if to kiss her.
Hey now Sherilyn laughed and pressed a hand over his mouth, giving him a playful glare. What are you up to? You just took your medicine-your mouth is probably bitter. Don’t even think about kissing me!
I rinsed, I swear! Even had some jelly beans-my mouth’s sweet now. Try it!
He leaned down, making a show of going in for a kiss.
I don’t believe you for a second!
Sherilyn giggled, pushing his facet
away She was so flexible,
bent backward off her ey
Gilbert, thwarted and a bit achy, groaned. Oof, my back…
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Sherilyn burst out laughing. Really? Trying to outdo me in flexibility? been dancing for twenty years, you think you can beat me?
Still grinning, she spun into the bathroom.
Hey, no fair-come back! Gilbert called after her, grinning from ear to ear.
Ever since Caroline left, Sherilyn had really started to come back to herself. It was the best thing he could’ve hoped for.
Let’s shower together! he called, following her inside.
The frosted glass door quickly fogged up, showing two blurry silhouettes.
Get out! I’m not showering with you! I’m going first!
Weren’t you just talking trash about my back? Aren’t you the one who knows how good it is?
I know, I know! You’re the best, alright?!
Too late to sweet talk now, he teased, Time to prove it!
…
On a weekday, Rebecca White’s phone buzzed with a message from Eddy:
[Rebecca, you left some stuff at my place. When’s a good time for me to drop it off?]
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