Marrying the Man in the Dark

Cherise widened her eyes as she stood up. “Can’t we… chat a little longer?”

She was not done discussing the acquisition of Lenoir Group’s shares.

“Let’s not talk about it for now.” Sebastian smiled at Cherise. “I have something I want from Damien. But I won’t reveal it at the moment.”

“If Damien can’t find a solution, you can come find me again. Remember, I’m only willing to entertain negotiations from you, not Damien.” He gave her another smile and left.

Cherise stood still and pursed her lips as she watched Sebastian leave.

He’s only willing to talk to me, but not Damien. Is it because I was his classmate that he’s ready to negotiate?

Regardless, it’s still a positive development as long as Sebastian is willing to talk.

Cherise told Damien about her discussion with Sebastian that night.

“No need to talk to him.” Damien smiled. “If he’s willing to negotiate, Lennon would have done it long ago.”

with one hand while holding a nail clipper with his other hand. He gently trimmed her toenails, saying, “As for what he said to you today, he’s either teasing you or being polite because you were

as foolish as you would take it seriously.”

was at a loss for words.

“I’m not foolish!”

foolish, just naive.”

naive either!”

treatment of her husband trimming her toenails. “I don’t think he’s the type of person to break his promise. Who knows,

that Sebastian still cared about their friendship.

chuckled lightly. “Sebastian is not that kind of person. Try not to meet him again, and don’t bring up this matter with him.”

advised sincerely, “It won’t end well, so no

focus on being my assistant and organizing documents

the carpet, silently

did not have to worry

up early the following day.