Marrying the Man in the Dark

Chapter 989 Unexpected Rescue

Cherise’s heart quickened its pace within her chest, racing with apprehension.

Could it be?

Was her meticulously crafted escape plan unraveled too soon?

Contrary to the scandalous rumors that swirled around her, no journalist could have fathomed finding her concealed within the confines of such a filthy receptacle!

As the footsteps outside dwindled into silence, a fresh set of resolute footfalls approached, each bearing an air of elegant indifference.

With each approaching stride, Cherise braced herself for the inevitable.

Gritting her teeth, she resignedly closed her eyes, fully convinced that her fate was sealed.

This was the moment, the end of everything!

step

Not only had she failed to shake off the relentless pursuit of those shady journalists, but now she was about to be caught squatting in a trash can, which would undoubtedly bring immense shame upon herself.

She held the esteemed position of Damien’s wife, who presided over the Lenoir Group!

The humiliation weighed heavily, proving too much to bear!

the scandalous headlines, picturing her grimy

No way!

embarrassment to

Cherise was startled

lid, sunlight flooded in, causing Cherise to squint,

either pull her qut of the trash can or, at the very

to her surprise, the person who lifted

heard a voice from above, tinged with a mix of helplessness and amusement. “Mrs. Lenoir, want me to take this

utterly

voice-clearly Damien’s-sent a surge of excitement through her, warming her heart instantly.

Balance:

235 + 0

= 1 Pearls

989 Unexpected

smile dancing upon his lips as he uttered, “You

of emotions-annoyance, excitement, and tenderness-tears welling in her

reaching out to embrace Damien.

be blocked, leaving him unaware of her predicament.

had resigned herself to face the ordeal alone, fearing that her inability to

yet to anticipate

reaching out to encircle her waist with one arm while gently stroking her back with the