Marrying the Man in the Dark

Chapter 969 The Little Negotiator

“Why not accept this and rid yourself of worries in the future?” Damien proposed, a subtle gesture accompanied by a reassuring smile.

Acknowledging his suggestion with a subtle nod, Cherise prepared to make her way to the kitchen However, as she made her move, she was taken aback to find a cup of steaming hot water already prepared for her.

Instinctively, she glanced downward, cradling the cup in her hands. Her attention was swiftly diverted as Alexis, with an air of innocence, inquired, “I couldn’t help but wonder, does the lady from earlier have children of her own?”

Cherise’s gaze shot up in surprise, seeking confirmation from Damien, who mirrored her intrigue.

Drawing closer to Alexis, Damien crouched down, his curiosity piqued. “And what prompted this question?”

“I was merely… curious,” Alexis confessed, his cheeks tinged with a hint of embarrassment. “I find myself rather drawn to her.”

A gentle smile tugged at Damien’s lips. “That is quite intriguing.”

“The lady from carlier also expressed her fondness for you,” Damien revealed.

“Truly?” Alexis’s countenance brightened with anticipation. “Then, may I go home with her?”

In truth, whether it was Cherise, Yolanda from the previous encounter, or even the women – from the orphanage who had entertained thoughts of adopting him, none had left quite the impression on Alexis as the lady from earlier.

He felt a profound connection towards her, akin to love at first sight.

he sensed she

his voice cutting through the young boy’s hopeful

no

plans

his dreams shattered before

of injustice gnawed at his heart, his face flushing with emotion as tears threatened to spill from

969 The Little

Damien replied, his voice tinged with

distress, Cherise knelt down, enveloping Alexis in a

stroking his hair soothingly. “I will do my best to persuade her, alright?”

up at Cherise with tear–filled eyes, his hope rekindled. “Really? You… you would do that for me?”

behalf to persuade her to accept me?” Alexis

gaze earnest.

sincerity reflected in the young boy’s eyes, Cherise’s resolve solidified.

“Worry not, I will spare no effort in convincing her to welcome you into

exclaimed gratefully, his

Alexis tiptoed forward, pressing

voice floated down from upstairs, drawing attention as she pointed towards the backpack in Cherise’s grasp. “Mommy, could you please

recalled

her forehead, she reassured Alexis before swiftly making her