Marrying the Man in the Dark

A flicker of surprise ignited in Cherise’s eyes, quickly replaced by a spark of curiosity.

She immediately strolled over and gently clasped Charisa’s hand. “Mom,” she inquired, her voice laced with eagerness, “tell me about your wedding to Dad. Grandpa always said you two were childhood sweethearts, so it must have been a magical day, right?”

“Our wedding…” Charisa trailed off, her gaze drifting into the distance, her eyes reflecting nostalgia.

Her wedding to Beckham was a memory etched in her heart, a vivid recollection from twenty- one years ago.

Back then, she was brimming with youthful exuberance and dreams of a shared future. She envisioned growing old with him, hand in hand, their lives intertwined in a tapestry of happiness.

They had stood before God, exchanging vows of eternal love, promising to remain inseparable, their hearts entwined in an unbreakable bond.

But fate, in its capricious nature, had other plans….

A sudden coughing fit seized Charisa, her breath catching in her throat. Zachary, ever vigilant, swiftly extended a handkerchief.

Charisa covered her mouth, a cough racking her body. The white handkerchief came away stained with bright red blood.

to watch. She turned away, discreetly wiping away tears that

it aging, sickness, and, ultimately, death. Neither the doctors nor she could alter the inevitable course of nature. All she could do was provide comfort and support during

Damien and his groomsmen charged in, their faces flushed with excitement and anticipation.

pranks to pull before the wedding, including hiding the bride’s heels.

one of Cherise’s shoes to her ankle, the voluminous skirt of her bridesmaid’s

eagle eyes. With a swift, practiced move, he pinned

Damien nor Lucy had anticipated Mandy and Jacob’s quick reflexes. They captured the entire

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hand strategically placed under her skirt.

from amusement. “This photo is going. straight

a mischievous grin, sending the photo to the WhatsApp group. “If Lennon ever tries to pull a runner on Lucy, we’ll release this photo

speechless, their faces burning with embarrassment.

embarrassing photos of you and another woman

before Cherise, he gently slipped them

he looked up at her with a playful glint. “If you want