Marrying the Man in the Dark

I've thoroughly explained to Mr. Luther and provided written instructions on the patient’s subsequent care.” Cherise said

“If there’s nothing else, I would appreciate it if you could leave. I’ve been in surgery for thirteen hours. I desperately need some rest.”

Damien stood silently by the door, his heart pounding as he gazed at her.

He had been searching for her for five long years,

From the moment he heard of Charisa’s death, he had been relentlessly searching for Cherise

Yet, neither the Miles nor the Tanners revealed her whereabouts.

He searched every place he could think of, where she might go, but to no avail

Little did he expect she would be working as a doctor in this remote, small city.

He had envisioned their reunion countless times, but he never anticipated that upon their encounter.

as

appear elated or sentimental upon the encounter. In fact, there was not even a hint of

be nothing more than a

if you’re unwilling to leave, feel free to hang around in the office. The room has surveillance cameras, so I’m not worried you’ll

door to the staff

took a quick step forward, slammed the door shut, and pinned her against it. “Are you pretending not to recognize me?“

man’s icy demeanor caused Cherise’s heart to flutter

too familiar-his heartbeat, his warmth, his scent.

five years apart, she still

the surging emotions within her, her face remained impassive. “Mr. Lenoir, I’m not pretending not to recognize you. I didn’t ask who you are. I know you’re Ms. Maeve

furrow. “You know our relationship is

between

staff dormitory, a soft female voice came

off guard, Damien instinctively turned to

bunk beds were occupied by

Cherise with their eyes