Marrying the Man in the Dark

Chapter 608 My Charm Outshines Yours

Cherise’s knuckles turned white as she declared, “You’re right. I’ve sanitized and scrubbed our past more thoroughly than any instrument in the operating room.”

Damien’s lips curled into a faint smile as he observed her. “Are you certain, Dr. Shaw? Have you erased every lingering trace?”

Cherise’s voice, barely a whisper, confirmed, “Of course.”

“Very well.” His smile deepened, sly and knowing. “Since you’ve forgotten everything, I’m just an ordinary friend, correct?”

Damien then began his questioning, “Alright. Suppose this regular friend, Zachary, gets playdates with Soren and Serafina. Why can’t I, another ordinary friend, receive the same treatment?”

Damien’s eyes sparkled with amusement. “Are you worried that my charm might outshine yours? Afraid they’ll forget their mother after spending a day with their father?”

Cherise’s eyes widened in disbelief and she retorted, “Nonsense!” How could her meticulously raised children switch sides after one outing with him?

Damien was trying to provoke her, but his words still

conceded, “Fine, I agree! One last favor for the sake of

in his eyes. “Deal. But if

left

Dr.

“But let’s be clear: if the kids decide they’d rather stay with

knew her children were not easily

treats, but leaving her mommy, even for a Prince Charming impersonator, was out of the question. And Soren, sharp as a tack and fiercely loyal, wouldn’t be influenced by

of admiration in his eyes. “I understand your point. Now, let’s address Dr. Lane’s vendetta. To clear your name, I’ll need your cooperation.”

playful facade faded away. “What do

need to eat some humble pie. You must confess

office window as Cherise, having completed her duties, approached the director’s door