Dark Secrets of the Blind Husband

Chapter 229 I Need to Grow

Damien knew that there was no deterring her once Cherise had set her mind on something. Yet, as a man, he couldn’t bear to witness his beloved facing the deluge of those rumors. He wasn’t afraid of trials or the judgment of others. His only fear was seeing her hurt.

“I believe you can and will protect me.” Cherise affirmed. She gently pressed her lips together, reached out to encircle his neck, and kissed his lips tenderly. “But, my love, this all began because of me. I can’t just sit here and wait for you to resolve everything on my behalf.”

Her eyes shimmered as she gazed at him. “You’ve done so much for me already, but I can’t keep sheltering myself behind you. I need to grow.”

“I need to be ready for anyone who might wish me harm.”

Damien, convinced by her words, could only release a deep sigh. “Alright.”

Amid his concern, Damien found solace in witnessing his once young and naive wife transforming into an independent and resilient woman.

love is in the air!” Lennon teased, cupping his cheek. “My teeth

me!

end, let out a chuckle. “Looks like you’re

room door swung open. Jacob, sporting khaki pants and a light blue shirt leaned casually

in, her

banter between Lennon and Jacob, the conversation shifted

was like that,” Jacob remarked, stifling a yawn. “He’d do anything for success. That’s why I had to

you wanted him to

“I wouldn’t have been so accommodating

darkened. “I heard some netizens are planning to visit the research. institute this afternoon to

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even want the institute to award lan a Good Samaritan Award. The prize could support a less fortunate

help but curse. “So Ian, who harmed a child and spread false

Jacob said, lifting his eyes to glance at Damien, “Have you