Marrying the Man in the Dark

Chapter 784 Damien’s Secretive Effort

“Why the sudden silence?” Damien held his phone with a knowing smile, watching the children bicker playfully, However, the question was quickly forgotten as a blur of motion dashed toward him.

His teasing was abruptly interrupted by a whirlwind.

Cherise, with her arms outstretched like a joyous bird, crashed into his embrace. He effortlessly caught her, his strong frame easily absorbing her momentum. So, what’s got you buzzing like a hummingbird on sugar water? Something tells me your reunion with Aunt Priscilla went well.”

Cherise nestled in Damien’s arms, finding comfort in his familiar scent. “Mm-hmm,” she confirmed, a contented sigh escaping her lips.

“Happy?” he asked.

“Very,” she mumbled, her arms tightening around his waist. “But how did you manage all this?”

A hint of guilt colored his voice as he confessed, “Because I wanted to give you another wedding. Five years ago, ours turned into a nightmare. I’ve never forgiven myself for that.”

such joy, I realized maybe… maybe we deserved another chance. Not as adversaries, but as husband and wife. A chance to clear

a playful wink, “our two little ones could be

way, I couldn’t help but overhear you asking

Charisa Neller, I tracked down your mom’s lost relatives. And guess who

two hit it off all those years ago. Naive birds of a feather, always charging into things

curved into a playful pout.

rumble that sent shivers down her spine.

quickly melted away. “No, you’re the one!” she retorted, burying her face in his

help with everything, drives you crazy with worry, and you just grin and bear it. Tell me, who’s the naive one?”

her constant, her anchor in the storm. Five years ago, he had guided her to her parents; five years later, he had gifted her Aunt Priscilla and

to think where she would be-maybe

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with Isaac.