Marrying the Man in the Dark

Chapter 710 Why The Rush?

Damien furrowed his brow as he examined the two pills in Cherise’s hand. “What are these for?”

They’re anti-diarrheal pills, Cherise sighed. “Did you really think that water was infused with vitamins? Our mischievous son decided to swap Zac’s constipation medication with the vitamins and have some fun at our expense! That rascal, I swear, he’s always up to something.”

Damien chuckled and leaned down, opening his mouth to take the pills. In the process, his lips brushed against Cherise’s fingertips, surprising her. Her checks flushed as she quickly pulled her hand back and offered him a glass of water.

He said with a mischievous glint in his eyes, “So, Zac is experiencing constipation too, huh?”

Cherise pursed her lips and nodded. “Yes”

“Well, that just confirms that I have a healthier gut!” Damien declared with a laugh. He leaned closer to Cherise, a hint of satisfaction in his voice. Therefore, choosing me over him was the right decision.”

you?”

returned to Adania with me,” he said,

a beat. “I long for us to return to what we once shared. I’ll call you Wifey, and you call me Hubby. What do

The suddenness and intensity of Damien’s proposal left

the rush?” she stammered,

into his embrace, placing a gentle kiss on her forehead. “Am I rushing? Then tell me, what pace would you consider

Cherise felt utterly lost.

with a blush she couldn’t control. Everything was happening too fast; she couldn’t allow

if trying to merge with her. They stood locked

atmosphere with its insistent ring. Seeing an opportunity to break free from the intensity of the moment,

she unlocked it and pressed the speaker button, hoping to inject a dose of reality into the situation. The person on the other end would hear every sound and word spoken now, hopefully