Marrying the Man in the Dark

Her outcry immediately drew the attention of the bystanders.

Cherise stepped back, preparing to retrieve her hat and mask, when she was warmly embraced.

Damien, holding Cherise with one hand and carrying Soren with the other, fixed a cold gaze on the woman. “You should be mindful of your words.”

“My wife has never engaged in plagiarism. If you persist in spreading false rumors, I won’t hesitate to take action.”

“Are you attempting to intimidate me?”

“I’m terrified!”

The woman sneered, “Damien, do you even know who I am?”

“I am Sebastian’s secretary at the Weiss Group!”

“Soon, your Lenoir Group won’t be yours anymore. What are you pretending for?”

Damien smiled faintly, his demeanor calm and distant. His eyes seemed to dismiss her words as inconsequential.

There was no hint of anger or annoyance, as though her insults were mere trifles.

a

they failed to

that he had never held her opinions in high

I know who you are. Your name is Malice

Cherise, spøke calmly. “I am aware that Sebastian prompted your words.”

taken

a senior secretary wouldn’t speculate about company

a company is influenced by more than just its shares.

suggest either incompetence

business dealings suggest he

Malice. “You can tell Sebastian his tactics

the business arena. Insulting

that, Damien shielded Cherise

Malice remained stunned,

had already portrayed herself enough as

this man see through her flaws?

dialed a number. “Boss, it didn’t

“I witnessed it.”