Marrying the Man in the Dark

Chapter 56 Truth Unveiled

“I’m not heavy, am I?” Cherise pursed her lips, afraid that she might exacerbate his health. issue with his legs by sitting on his lap.

Touched by her thoughtfulness, he softened his voice. “Not at all.”

“Cherise.”

“Hmmh?”

“Do you know what being husband and wife means?”

“Yes.” She looked at him with innocent, wide eyes. “It means we have to take care of each other, sleep together and have kids.”

Damien was stumped by her innocent tone. Her explanation had another meaning behind. it, but she seemed unaware of it.

After a while, he cleared his throat. “That’s not all. More importantly, it’s trust and honesty. We have to depend on and trust each other.”

She understood what he was implying.

in embarrassment. “I don’t want to

been burdenless

her as distance and melancholy seeped into his voice. “I’ve been alone for so many years. I’ve longed for someone to be my burden. At least

reminded of his

been living a carefree and peaceful life for years. Suddenly, I showed up in his life with my troublesome relatives. Anyone would find it

reason for hiding the

having no

upon hearing his answer. I don’t understand

breath and spilled the beans about

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knows about our marriage, I… I’m afraid she might enter the emergency room again. Her health is quite delicate nowadays. She can’t take surprises and ordeals

she speculated the possibilities. “Bring me

embrace instantly. “No, no, no! She just regained consciousness a few days

to me after a conversation; who knows?” his low voice rang persuasively.

still not

alone. He’s been my family doctor for years, and