Marrying the Man in the Dark

Chapter 1102 Meeting the Grays

Damien extended his hand in a polite gesture towards Jude.

After exchanging pleasantries with Damien, Jude turned his attention to Cherise, a smile gracing his lips. "Dr. Shaw, it's been a while," he remarked, clarifying he had no intention of glossing over their previous encounter four years ago.

Cherise returned the smile, albeit somewhat awkwardly. "Yes, it has," she replied.

"I must admit, I didn't expect you to remember me, Dr. Shaw," Jude remarked with feigned surprise. "It's a shame that Phoenix didn't live to see us reunite. If she were alive, she would've been thrilled to know you came to our city, Dr. Shaw."

of conversation, Cherise was uncertain how to respond. Her lips pressed together. "Mr. Jude, my condolences,"

hand back, he continued, "Today, with your presence, we have reason to celebrate,

not here as distinguished guests; there's no need for such formality. I'd rather pay a visit to Gray Residence and have a cup of tea with the Gray family than

he responded after a pause, a faint smile gracing his lips. "Regardless, you're now the Gray family's esteemed guests, Mr. Lenoir and Dr. Shaw. Our guests have the freedom to dine wherever

Gray Residence," Damien suggested, a hint of concern knitting his brows as he strolled

it agreeable. I've consulted my father, and he's open to publicly acknowledging your relationship with Colin until he's firmly established his presence in the Gray

old fogeys at the company. But you, Mr. Lenoir, carry a different weight. Your achievements within the Lenoir clan precede you. And the memory of my past defeat to you, Mr. Lenoir, lingers within the Gray Group.

"This was your