Marrying the Man in the Dark

Chapter 550 An Unresolved Past

Upon returning home, she had intended to give the clothes to Beckham, only to find that they were the wrong size.

Since then, the garments had been idly gathering dust in her dormitory closet.

Now, with Damien’s unexpected arrival, it seemed like an opportune moment to offer them.

Clearing her throat, she remarked, “Hmm, you’re the same size as my father.”

The sound of a belt being unbuckled resonated behind her, “So, am I expected to return them to him after wearing them?”

“No need.”

Cherise furrowed her brows, “My father doesn’t like sharing clothes with others.”

“You can take them with you.”

She added softly. “If you don’t like them, feel free to get rid of them.”

“Why would I ever do that?”

As Damien elegantly changed his clothes, he responded in a gentle voice, “This is the first gift Dr. Shaw has given me; I must cherish it.”

Cherise found his words amusing. “Is this the first gift I’ve given you?”

recalled the numerous gifts she had given him

for Uncle Shaw and Aunt Wanda, she had. thought of him.

of clothes as the

memory seems to be failing you.”

years ago, I…”

you were not

gently, “Five years ago, the one who

it’s Dr.

he stepped around Cherise to face her, his deep eyes locking onto hers. “Or are you saying you are still Mrs. Lenoir,

Cherise was speechless.

was unparalleled.

she had no choice but to give it to

clenched her teeth, shot him a glare, and closed the file in her hand. “It’s getting late; let’s begin.”

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Lenoir, you haven’t had breakfast, have

Damien nodded, “No.”

we’ll start with the blood

coat, Cherise stood tall and poised, her mature allure radiating.

her from behind with a

pair had reached the lab.

queue. She turned to Damien. “Would you like me to draw

should we continue to

you should draw