Marrying the Man in the Dark

Otherwise, why would there be a partially used box of contraceptives?

Damien rested his head on his arms against the headboard of the bed. He smiled at Cherise, asking, “So, who do you think I used them with?”

“Ursula? Rowena? Or some random woman?” he added casually.

Cherise bit her lip, digging her fingernails into her palm. She couldn’t accept it! The mere thought of Damien being with another woman in her absence made her sad, indignant,and at a loss for words.

It was still unacceptable, even if he had no feelings for that woman. Cherise valued loyalty in romantic relationships and marriage. She had only been with him her entire life, but he…

Tears welled up in her eyes. She immediately turned her face away, refusing to let Damien see her cry. “I’m going to check on the kids.”

With that, she tried to get out of bed.

eyes were bloodshot. On closer observation, one could even see tears welling up

teased her. “Cherry, I’m a normal man too. During the five years you were gone, there were times when I couldn’t

Cherise burst

this box of contraceptives to sleep with other women on this bed!

Cherise.

Damien leaned down to kiss her, but she dodged him.

reaction amused Damien. “As you can see, I’ve only done it five or six times in five years.

her face. “Damien! Don’t make me argue with you. No woman can tolerate her husband

flowing. “I understand that

choked as she sobbed. “You think I didn’t have desires in these five years? What makes you think I don’t have physical needs? But

about you? Not only did you seek out other women, but you did it on this bed…”