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."

flirtatious wink, she oozed confidence that he'd

but cringe. Seriously, how did she ever tolerate three years of

grief!

grabbed Cherise's hand. "lI know I might be broke, but at least Cherry here has

you seein today?

She elbowed him playfully, letting out an awkward laugh that screamed, "Excuse me?

getting at

a low chuckle, not bothering to answer,

whispers and stares flew around the room like

a hotel staff member appeared. "Excuseeveryone, but who owns the Maybach parked out front? We

moved, please."

Maybach? Like the super luxurious car

seeing one parked here!

necks, waiting for the

Cherise a fake-hurt look. "See, this is what happens when you don't listen. I told you I didn't need a car.

driving anyway. You wait here.

tically and

slid into the empty seat, feeling a wave of chatter and curious

double take.

classmate blurted out. "Who knew Cherise was rolling in dough now? Talk about a

lack of money moments ago

of their

plumpy classmate and a few curious men couldn't resist asking, "Spill the tea, Cherise! What

that ride?"