Marrying the Man in the Dark

“Your friend must be quite the foodie,” Sky said, grinning as he handed the menu to Cherise. “Our restaurant is thriving, but it’s mostly thanks to the elite city clientele who know about us through word. of mouth. Average folks don’t just stumble upon this remote spot.”

Cherise was taken aback and suddenly realized something. She called Zachary, “Did you arrange this restaurant for us, or was it… her?”

Zachary had visited Adania before and had made friends, while Cherise was visiting for the first time. How could she have known about this renowned eatery in Adania?

“Aunt Charisa made the reservation,” Zachary chuckled. “Isn’t it impressive? The truly impressive part is yet to come, Little Bunny. Aunt Charisa is bringing a bodyguard today, and guess who it is? It’s Elvis!”

Cherise’s mind swirled. Suddenly, she felt disconnected, as if Zachary’s voice was coming from miles away.

Zachary continued, “There’s still a lot you don’t know. I’ll fill you in later.”

a jolt, as if her blood was flowing backward. So, all of this was orchestrated by her… Cherise thought, finding it hard to believe

are today’s guests yet. You better order quickly. If she checks and finds out you’re here, she might ask

kick me out?”

leaned in and whispered, “Mom said if you and your pals show

were the special ones her

of the dishes she loved in the past, then waved

menu to

Sarah was elated about

brow furrowed immediately. She noticed that the

frowned deeply, giving Sky a sharp look. “Do you

his head. “No, I… I don’t