Marrying the Man in the Dark

Cherise couldn’t help but recall Heather’s words from their encounter at the lab, “Every woman in Adania, from teenagers to grannies, is crazy about Dainien!”

Suddenly, the Truth of her statement dawned on Cherise. The middle-aged woman beside her, practically drooling over Damien, was a living testament to Heather’s claim.

They soon arrived at the magnificent Miles Manor. Chad hopped out first, leading the way.

Damien followed, instinctively reaching out to help Cherise down from the car. However, he didn’t anticipate Patricia, from the same vehicle, extending her hand towards him as soon as Cherise was out. Damien was caught off guard.

“Let me help you.” Cherise, quick as a whip, stepped in front of Damien, taking Patricia’s hand instead.

Patricia’s expression went from anticipation to disappointment. When she finally released Cherise’s hand, her eyes held a hint of animosity.

Cherise ignored it. Turning to Damien, she took his hand and linked their arms, walking casually towards the Miles Manor.

and whispered, “Looks

to Patricia as “Auntie Pat” as

you’d better be

enough to notice and, even more, had given him flirtatious looks. But a woman of Patricia’s age… that was

they needed something from the Miles family,

Damien’s shoulder, a mischievous glint in her eyes. “What if I don’t? Will the big bad Mr. Lenoir be left all helpless

and begging for mercy tonight,” Damien said with a smug

you knock it off with the threats already? Can’t we talk about this like normal people?”

to gain your cooperation. Besides,” he added with a wink, “maybe if you were a bit more…skilled…in certain areas, you might actually have the

rolled her eyes, sputtering. “Who wants to be good

Zachary’s father, greeted them with a beaming

said, “I’ve heard so much about you. Never thought you’d grace us with your