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.”

we deserved another chance. Not as adversaries, but as

wink, “our two little ones

way, I couldn’t help but overhear you asking about Lyra’s family the other

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

two hit it off all those years ago. Naive birds of

lips curved into a playful pout. “Naive?

low rumble that sent shivers down her spine. “Mm-hmm,

the one!” she retorted,

help with everything, drives you crazy with worry,

Five years ago, he had guided her to her parents;

shuddered to think where she would be-maybe

1/2

up with Isaac.