Marrying the Man in the Dark

Chapter 1044 Damien Faked Impoverished

Probably his first encounter with such shallow judgment.

Despite the situation, Damien managed a faint smile. "Sure, I might not be a millionaire with a sports car, but does that mean I

can't defend Cherise?"

His voice was calm and convincing. If Cherise hadn't known he was just messing with them, she might've believed his "broke guy"

act.

Hearing Damien's "confession," the women went in for the kill. "What a joke you are! Do you think adulting is like getting straight

A's and sucking up to teachers for special treatment? Newsflash, sunshine, that doesn't fly here!"

"This is the real world, honey. Money talks. No money, no respect."

"Look, Cherise. We can't have sbroke nobody acting all high and mighty here."

The women's voices echoed, creating a hostile and oppressive atmosphere.

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waste yourself on someone like her? Sticking with a loser like that won't get you anywhere fast."

She clearly referred to Cherise, "Why not jump ship and cwithinstead? I can save you five years of grinding away at

nothing."

a flirtatious wink, she oozed confidence that he'd

tolerate three years of

grief!

feeling mischievous, grabbed Cherise's hand. "lI know I might be broke, but

today? All thanks to

eyes widened in surprise. She elbowed him playfully, letting out an awkward laugh

getting at

chuckle, not bothering to answer, just giving her

stares flew around the room like

appeared. "Excuseeveryone, but who owns the

moved, please."

entire second floor went nuts. A Maybach? Like the super luxurious car brand? Owning one was

seeing one parked here!

waiting for the Maybach owner to make their grand

what happens when you don't listen. I told you I

here. I'll go deal

huffed tically

the empty seat, feeling a wave of chatter and curious stares directed at her. The others at the stable did

double take.

freakin' Maybach?!" a male classmate blurted out. "Who knew Cherise was rolling

at Damien's supposed lack of money moments ago all looked like they'd

sips of their drinks

men couldn't resist asking, "Spill the

that ride?"