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!

imagine the scandalous headlines, picturing her

No way!

embarrassment to her husband!

distress, Cherise was startled by the sudden cessation of

in, causing Cherise to squint,

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

the person who lifted the lid

a mix of helplessness

utterly

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

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Unexpected Rescue

slightly downward, a faint smile dancing upon his lips as he uttered, “You

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

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

that the library’s signal would be blocked, leaving him unaware of her

face the ordeal alone, fearing that her inability

yet to anticipate his

out to encircle her waist with one arm while gently stroking