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.

and took Cherise’s

Cherise sensed a profound self–blame.

believed she bore the brunt of responsibility for the

the hand holding hers and offered a reassuring

“Ms. Shaw.”

Cherise prepared to depart, another young woman

with a smile “I’m Emma Raumolde a student

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984 Campus Intrigue

already disinclined

her question. “Ms. Shaw, what do you think of the rumors circulating about you

etiquette and morality, accusing you of mistreating your husband and employing a hypocritical strategy to subject him to excruciating pain under the guise of acting

those who suggest that you are indulging in your promiscuous inclinations while effortlessly resolving the

perspectives do you find alignment

demeanor and seemingly impartial words thinly veiled disdain for Cherise.

furrowed his brow. “Are you asking for

twin ponytails, Emma, swiftly intervened, seizing Blake’s arm and shaking her head. “This

promptly pivoted and extended an apology to Cherise. “I’ll guide you

barricading all exits, a faint smile touching her lips. “No