Chapter 229 I Need to Grow

Damien knew that there was no deterring her once Cherise had set her mind on something. Yet, as a man, he couldn’t bear to witness his beloved facing the deluge of those rumors. He wasn’t afraid of trials or the judgment of others. His only fear was seeing her hurt.

“I believe you can and will protect me.” Cherise affirmed. She gently pressed her lips together, reached out to encircle his neck, and kissed his lips tenderly. “But, my love, this all began because of me. I can’t just sit here and wait for you to resolve everything on my behalf.”

Her eyes shimmered as she gazed at him. “You’ve done so much for me already, but I can’t keep sheltering myself behind you. I need to grow.”

need to be ready for anyone who

her words, could

his once young and

air!” Lennon teased, cupping his cheek. “My teeth are about to fall out from all this

“Jacob, save me! They’re drowning me in their love, and I’m here

end, let out a chuckle. “Looks like you’re having the time of your life as the

hospital room door swung open. Jacob, sporting khaki pants and a light blue shirt leaned

her cheeks blushing, lying on

and Jacob, the conversation shifted to

had a feeling he was like that,” Jacob remarked, stifling a yawn.

told me you wanted him to

“I wouldn’t have been so accommodating if he wasn’t your senior. I was

some netizens are planning to visit the research. institute this afternoon to pressure the director into reinstating

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