Marrying the Man in the Dark

Chapter 16 A Person with Integrity

It was the following morning when Cherise woke up.

When she moved her body, her back was still in burning pain. It hurt so much that Cherise awoke instantly.

After waking up, she realized she was lying in the hospital bed with Damien.

It was a single bed, so it was rather crowded for them to lay together. It was why he was hugging her so tightly. Both their bodies were closely pressed together. She could even clearly hear the man’s heart beating in his chest.

It beat at the same rhythm and frequency as hers.

The corners of her lips curved unconsciously

It was the first time someone had hugged her to sleep. It was also the first time she could hear the sound of someone’s heartbeat up close.

She looked up at Damien’s face.

He had a handsome and refined side profile, sensual and alluring collarbones that were defined, tall and polished brows, long lashes, and lips that were perfectly curved.

Under the glow of the morning sun, his eyes were exceptionally charming.

Wait a moment! His eyes!

came to her senses. “You’re… you’re

amused by her silly yet endearing appearance. He couldn’t help but kiss

doesn’t hurt anymore.”

or question. Either way, her heart started beating frantically, and

“That’s good.”

reached out to stroke her pretty and tiny face. “Why didn’t you

I

“But

have avoided the physical pain if you admitted

a person

hurts, but I won’t admit to something I didn’t do. Nor will I acknowledge making a mistake when

someone

is that I won’t confess to something I

exceptionally adorable when

her and sighed. “You’re precious.”

was in good shape. In

looked up and fell

and wanted to continue lamenting when the cell phone in

call from

her in a few

thought Sarah had called to ask about her and Damien’s progress, so she