Marrying the Man in the Dark

Chapter 984 Campus Intrigue

That individual’s resounding voice seized the entire library’s attention, focusing it squarely on Cherise.

The once tranquil library instantly morphed into a bustling marketplace filled with whispers, discreet snickers, and open mockery.

Amidst this cacophony, Cherise heard every word.

She pressed her lips together, her hands clenched tightly by her side.

While she had always maintained the belief that she shouldn’t heed the words of others and knew she shouldn’t allow the gossipmongers to affect her, the unpleasant voices stirred a deep rage within her.

After all, ignoring such matters entirely was an impossible feat, wasn’t it?

“Let’s go.”

Blake took a decisive step forward without uttering another word, positioning himself protectively in front of Cherise. He then turned to the girl with twin ponytails and inquired, “Is there a back exit here?”

The girl was taken aback by the unfolding scene before her.

Upon hearing Blake’s query, she snapped back to reality, nodding vigorously. “Yes, yes, there is! I know where it is!”

With that, she instinctively attempted to gather her belongings, hesitating as she clutched her backpack.

backpack, hurried over, and took Cherise’s hand, apologizing profusely. “I’m

the girl’s eyes, Cherise

the brunt of responsibility for the current

gently squeezed the hand holding hers and offered a reassuring smile. “It’s

“Ms. Shaw.”

Cherise prepared to depart, another young woman

smile “I’m Emma Raumolde a student from

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Campus Intrigue

at her, already disinclined

her question. “Ms. Shaw,

him to excruciating pain under the guise of

indulging in your promiscuous inclinations while effortlessly

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and seemingly impartial words thinly veiled disdain for Cherise.

furrowed his brow. “Are you

and

promptly pivoted and extended an apology

glanced at the students barricading all exits, a faint smile touching her lips. “No way