Marrying the Man in the Dark

Chapter 608 My Charm Outshines Yours

Cherise’s knuckles turned white as she declared, “You’re right. I’ve sanitized and scrubbed our past more thoroughly than any instrument in the operating room.”

Damien’s lips curled into a faint smile as he observed her. “Are you certain, Dr. Shaw? Have you erased every lingering trace?”

Cherise’s voice, barely a whisper, confirmed, “Of course.”

“Very well.” His smile deepened, sly and knowing. “Since you’ve forgotten everything, I’m just an ordinary friend, correct?”

Damien then began his questioning, “Alright. Suppose this regular friend, Zachary, gets playdates with Soren and Serafina. Why can’t I, another ordinary friend, receive the same treatment?”

Damien’s eyes sparkled with amusement. “Are you worried that my charm might outshine yours? Afraid they’ll forget their mother after spending a day with their father?”

Cherise’s eyes widened in disbelief and she retorted, “Nonsense!” How could her meticulously raised children switch sides after one outing with him?

Damien was trying to provoke

the sake of the children, and you

eyes. “Deal. But if they choose me, Shaw, you must respect their decision.”

left speechless.

Dr.

“But let’s be clear: if the kids decide they’d rather stay with me than you, there’s no need for a bruised

knew her children were

a weakness for sugary treats, but leaving her mommy, even for a Prince Charming impersonator, was out of the question. And Soren, sharp as a

his eyes. “I understand your point. Now, let’s address Dr. Lane’s vendetta.

faded away. “What do I need

pie. You must confess your fault from two years ago to the director. No excuses, just the truth.”

morning light filtered through the office window as Cherise, having completed her duties, approached the

not alone but