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

couldn't help but cringe. Seriously, how did she ever tolerate three years of high school

grief!

know I might be broke, but at least Cherry

today?

widened in surprise. She elbowed him playfully, letting out

getting at

not bothering to

stares flew around the

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

moved, please."

went nuts. A Maybach? Like the super luxurious car brand? Owning one

seeing one parked here!

the Maybach

is what happens when you don't listen. I told you I didn't need a

anyway. You wait here. I'll

huffed tically and walked

chatter and curious stares directed at

double take.

classmate blurted out. "Who knew Cherise

of money moments ago all looked like they'd swallowed a lemon. They

of their

"Spill the tea, Cherise! What kind of job did

that ride?"