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?

provoke her, but his words still stung.

agree! One last favor for the sake of the children, and you can

his eyes. “Deal. But if they choose me, Shaw,

was left

Dr.

smile tinged with mischief. “But let’s be clear: if the kids decide

children were not easily

a Prince Charming impersonator, was out of the question. And Soren, sharp as a tack and fiercely loyal, wouldn’t be influenced by promises

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

facade faded away. “What do

smile curving his lips. “First, you need to eat some humble pie. You

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

Dr. Keeples, not alone but engaged in