Marrying the Man in the Dark

Chapter 871 A Husband’s Shield

Her outcry immediately drew the attention of the bystanders.

Cherise stepped back, preparing to retrieve her hat and mask, when she was warmly embraced.

Damien, holding Cherise with one hand and carrying Soren with the other, fixed a cold gaze on the woman. “You should be mindful of your words.”

“My wife has never engaged in plagiarism. If you persist in spreading false rumors, I won’t hesitate to take action.”

“Are you attempting to intimidate me?”

“I’m terrified!”

The woman sneered, “Damien, do you even know who I am?”

“I am Sebastian’s secretary at the Weiss Group!”

“Soon, your Lenoir Group won’t be yours anymore. What are you pretending for?”

Damien smiled faintly, his demeanor calm and distant. His eyes seemed to dismiss her words as inconsequential.

There was no hint of anger or annoyance, as though her insults were mere trifles.

The woman felt a sense of unease.

the hurtful nature of her words, they failed to elicit

was evident that he had never held her opinions in high regard, regardless

you are. Your name is Malice

am aware that

was taken aback. “You…”

a senior secretary wouldn’t speculate

by more than just

1/3

this.”

suggest either incompetence

Sebastian personally, his recent business dealings suggest he wouldn’t

Sebastian his tactics won’t work on

do so in the business arena. Insulting my wife will only diminish his reputation and that of the Weiss Group.”

that, Damien shielded Cherise and departed.

after their departure, Malice remained stunned, unable to regain

portrayed herself enough as

person.

see through her flaws?

she dialed a number. “Boss, it didn’t go

“I witnessed it.”

concealed in the shadows, spoke. “You’re