Whispers Turn to Whimpers: Could He Ever Change?

"Ms. Bennett.\"\nCharles nodded and smiled at Caroline, \"Mr. Gilbert sent me.\"\nHe wasn't alone; Edwin Morris followed closely behind.\n\"Good to see you, Ms. Bennett.\"\n\"Nice to see you too, Mr. Morris.\"\nCaroline frowned slightly, but quickly masked it with a soft smile. \"What brings you both here together?\"\n\"Yes, indeed.\"\nCharles nodded, "There are some documents that require Mr. Morris's expertise. Shall we sit and discuss this?\"\n\"Certainly.\"\nOnce seated in the living room, Edwin Morris produced a folder brimming with documents, spreading them before Caroline.\n\"We need you to sign these, Ms. Bennett.\"\n\"What are these...?\"\nCaroline quickly skimmed through them, "A property transfer?\"\n\"Exactly.\"\nThe luxurious villa she was living in at Golden Oak Manor had been rented, but now Gilbert had bought it and transferred it to her name. In\"Additionally, Mr. Harrison has also deposited a significant sum into your account, which also requires your signature...\"\nA villa and a large sum of money-it was a small fortune. InMost would be thrilled by such generosity, but Caroline couldn't bring herself to smile-it was all too unexpected.\nCaroline looked at Charles, \"What does this mean?\"\nCharles, looking slightly puzzled, shook his head, "I'm simply following Mr. Gilbert's instructions.\"\n"Ms. Bennett,\" Edwin Morris interjected, \"don't overthink it. Isn't this a good thing?\"\nWith these assets, Caroline could live comfortably for the rest of her life. InGilbert was known for his generosity toward women, from Sherilyn before to Caroline now, without exception.Inls that so?\nCaroline let out a slight, cold laugh, \"Give me a moment, I need to make a call.\"\nSaying this, she wheeled herself aside. InPicking up her phone, she dialed Gilbert's number.\n This time, he answered quickly.\n\"Caroline," he asked, "have Charles and Mr. Morris arrived? "In\"Yes.\"\nCaroline forced a smile, \"Why did you suddenly decide to buy the villa?\"\nOn the other end, Gilbert's voice was notably deep, \"I've just taken over the Harrison family business and will be quite busy for a while. I might not be able to spend much time with you. I thought it would be nice to make your life a bit more comfortable.\"\nls that so?\nCaroline raised an eyebrow, \"You didn't have to do this, you know. I'm already living quite comfortably.\"\nIn terms of luxury, she had it all. InBut no amount of luxury could make her walk again...InGilbert's only way to compensate was through material means.\n\"Caroline.\"\nGilbert spoke softly, "My mother's health has been declining. I've recently moved back to the Harrison Mansion to take better care of her.\"\n\"Really?" Caroline was taken aback, her smile freezing.\nAn uneasy feeling surged within her, "So, you're not coming back to Golden Oak Manor?\"\nHe remained silent.\nCaroline understood that as a confirmation.In\"Caroline, take good care of yourself.\"\nGilbert said, \"Although I can't be there, I've arranged everything for your life and treatment. Someone will be overseeing it.\"\nThe air between the phone lines suddenly felt heavy.\nBoth adults, they understood the unspoken words all too well.\nFor a moment, neither spoke, the silence so profound they could hear each other's breathing.\n\"Caroline?\"\nEventually, Gilbert broke the silence, l'Are you still there? If you need anything, just let me know.\"\n\"Nothing at all."InCaroline seemed to snap back to reality, chuckling, \"You've arranged everything perfectly. Don't worry, I'll take good care of myself.\"\n"That's good. I have to go... goodbye.\"\n\"Yeah, goodbye."\nAs Caroline held her phone, the call ended, and her face turned deathly pale, her eyes shutting tightly.