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!

picturing her grimy face amidst the garbage.

No way!

couldn’t cause embarrassment

distress, Cherise was startled by the

sunlight flooded in, causing Cherise to

of the trash can or, at the very least, tip it over, revealing her shameful predicament to all.

who lifted

with a mix of helplessness and amusement.

was utterly

voice-clearly Damien’s-sent a surge of excitement through

Balance:

235 + 0

= 1 Pearls

Unexpected Rescue

slightly downward, a faint smile dancing upon

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

state, Cherise stood up abruptly, reaching out to embrace Damien. “Darling… she

library’s signal would be blocked, leaving him unaware of her predicament.

ordeal alone, fearing that her inability to escape would

yet to anticipate his

apologized, reaching out to encircle her waist with one arm while gently stroking her back with the other.