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.

the backpack, hurried over, and took Cherise’s hand, apologizing profusely. “I’m sorry… I’ll lead you out.”

the girl’s eyes, Cherise sensed a profound self–blame.

lady believed she bore the brunt of

hers and offered a reassuring smile. “It’s not your

“Ms. Shaw.”

prepared to depart, another young woman rose, holding her phone aloft,

Emma Raumolde a student from the

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984 Campus Intrigue

her, already

preempted Cherise’s potential refusal with a faint smile, swiftly posing her question. “Ms. Shaw, what do you think of the rumors circulating about you online?”

to excruciating pain under the guise of acting in his best interest,” Emma articulated, her tone measured and seemingly impartial, yet subtly laden

inclinations while effortlessly resolving the crisis facing the Lenoir Group, both

do you find alignment with?”

impartial words thinly veiled disdain for

furrowed his brow. “Are you asking for trouble?”

Blake’s arm and shaking her head. “This is Emma… we shouldn’t antagonize

an apology to Cherise. “I’ll guide you

exits, a faint smile touching her lips. “No