Marrying the Man in the Dark

Beckham gazed into the camera, a subtle smile gracing his lips. “I firmly believe Cherise did not err.”

“Were I in my wife’s shoes five years ago, I would have made the same decision.”

“On a smaller scale, it’s due to my unwavering trust in my daughter and my willingness to place my life in her hands.”

“On a grander scale, it’s a step toward resolving these complex issues.”

“After the events unfolded, I found the online commentary nonsensical.”

“As the individuals closest to Charisa, Cherise and I–are averse to witnessing this outcome, yet we are the most profoundly impacted.”

“Yet, netizens advocate for justice, labeling Cherise cruel and disloyal.”

“May I ask: before this incident, did you truly pay heed to and understand Cherise?”

“Do you truly comprehend who Charisa was?”

“No, you don’t. You are merely following the herd without engaging in critical thought.”

“I genuinely hope you keyboard warriors can learn to think independently.”

Following Beckham’s video, another clip featuring Charisa emerged.

was one Cherise

appeared wan and weary, forcing a feeble

am scheduled for surgery tomorrow,” Charisa spoke into the

prevent any misconceptions about my daughter should anything

remains unseen, for its viewing would mean

Charisa’s smile remained

Cherise couldn’t help but burst into

it turns

had already

it

to

surgery willingly,” Charisa continued. “Cherise visited my hospital room earlier and expressed reluctance

perhaps because I near death. I’ve experienced all life has to offer; a few months

discern Charisa’s subsequent

streamed down her face as she

Mom…

mother was genuinely

hardships without complaint and seeking

a love for her husband and shielded him from

with her daughter