Marrying the Man in the Dark

Chapter 1045 White Lie

Cherise observed the subtle tremors in the women's demeanor.

The male classmate who had earlier mentioned the exorbitant price of Maybachs spoke up, "Maybachs are quite the splurge, aren't

they?"

Cherise nodded, "They're alright. We've got even pricier ones back home."

She wasn't fibbing; this Maybach wasn't the top tier in their garage.

After all, she was Damien's wife; by extension, his things were hers too. No harm in a little white lie, right?

"Wow, this car must have set you back a pretty penny," the man remarked, eyes wide.

Cherise couldn't help but grin. "You could say that."

The conversation sputtered out, replaced by an uncomfortable silence. Millions for a car? Was she kidding?

The women throwing shade at Cherise earlier felt their faces burning up. Talk about payback.

After an awkward silence at the table, the plumpy man tried to lighten the mood, "Cherry, your boyfriend's quite the looker. Did

you snag him, or did he snag you?"

vultures sensing fresh gossip.

chased afterfor nearly two

had a few other

table fell silent. All eyes were on Cherise, bewildered, unsure of what to

ashamed they wished they could vanish. Just moments ago, they

asserting money was paramount in society

price of Cherise's car was something they could only dream

in their lifetimes!

up. "Remember that tin school when our teacher said Cherise

make it big? Damn,

someone chimed in, flashing Cherise a knowing smile. "With your looks and success now, you

No wonder your hubby's a stunner - must've been

grinned, a wave of satisfaction washing over her. She nodded in agreement. "Truth is, if

helpful he is around the house, I wouldn't have given him the tof day.

exactly lacking in qualities,

room fell silent. Who knew the quiet bookworm of their high school days would turn

girls who used to torment Cherise quickly grabbed their drinks and scurried off to another table,

saying goes, revenge is a dish best-served cold.

picture how cruel these people

ostracized her. Now, everything

was so sweet that Cherise almost instinctively reached for

Damien's intense gaze fixed on her. Her body tensed instantly. "Uh,

a teacup, and sipped, "When you mentioned I fell for you at