Marrying the Man in the Dark

Chapter 649

Cherise’s heart twinged slightly.

At the traffic light, she took the opportunity to glance at Damien in the back seat through the rearview mirror. The man’s eyes were closed, and his long lashes softened his stern expression. He seemed unapproachable yet vulnerable.

She remembered that the files on his computer had last been saved at four-thirty in the morning when she went to his room to fetch his clothes.

Does he… often stay up late? He must not have taken good care of himself for the past few years while I wasn’t by his side.

This man always prioritizes his work and my affairs. He never considers his own well-being…

She took a deep breath and turned away. “He does work hard.”

“Dr. Shaw, Mr. Lenoir’s feelings for you… are genuine. As someone who once pursued you, I feel inadequate. Compared to Mr. Lenoir, my slight affection for you is nothing. It was merely puppy love.”

“You still remember?” Cherise was amused by Isaac’s words. “I almost forgot. You wanted to pursue me in the past.”

“I don’t want to pursue you anymore.” Isaac turned away and looked at the scenery outside. the car window. “Now I know I don’t stand a chance at all.”

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dedicated as

is resolved, come back to work at

lips. “Dr. Shaw.” After a brief pause, he hesitated before turning to face Cherise. “What… what will happen to

We may have to

said this, she glanced at Isaac again. “Have

Ms. Lane tomorrow?”

solemnly. His gaze was determined and sincere as he stared into the distance. “Before meeting Mr. Stein today, I never would have considered doing such an ungrateful act. After

to harm her, but Mr. Stein’s appearance today made me realize

steering wheel paused for a

his gaze unfocused, not paying attention to the scenery outside. “Mr. Lenoir also told me that Ms. Lane might

Stein today. When Mr. Stein

Lane has done something wrong. If I don’t come forward to rectify

Isaac said deeply

principles long ago, but he still

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