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.”

for anyone who might

by her words, could only release a deep

concern, Damien found solace in witnessing his once young and naive wife transforming into an

his cheek. “My teeth

phone and called Jacob. “Jacob, save me! They’re drowning me

like you’re having the time of your life as the third

Jacob, sporting khaki pants and a light blue shirt leaned casually against the door frame. “Another third wheel joining the party! Am

chimed in, her cheeks

Lennon and Jacob, the conversation

stifling a yawn. “He’d do anything for success. That’s why I had to let

you wanted him to

his eyes at her. “I wouldn’t have been so accommodating if he wasn’t your senior.

the research. institute this afternoon to pressure the director into

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