Marrying the Man in the Dark

Chapter 1154 Cherise's Irresistible Charm

He chuckled softly, maintaining Colin's nonchalant tone as he continued, "But why is Damien so taken with you if your figure isn't all that great?"

Cherise, oblivious to the fact that Damien was right in front of her, replied with a swelling sense of pride, "Don't you know? I have an irresistible charm! The moment Damien first saw me, he was spellbound, and ever since then, he's been completely devoted to me! You have no idea how smitten he is!" Confident that Damien wouldn't catch on to her boasting to Colin, she exaggerated further, "He can't bear to be apart from me for even a day. He's absolutely restless without me!"

"Oh? I can't tell. I never would've thought Damien depended on you so much," Damien remarked, feigning surprise.

"Absolutely! I wasn't keen on him at first, but he kept pursuing me relentlessly. I finally gave him a chance because I sensed his sincerity. Without me, Damien would've long been swayed by women like Violet!"

Damien nodded. "I see." As he poured water for Cherise, his eyes glinted, suggesting he was already plotting how to deal with the ignorant woman later that evening. Unaware of the looming threat, Cherise continued chatting animatedly, spinning tales of her and Damien's romantic escapades while watching her sitcom until...

from across the room as soon as he entered,

over casually.

was quite a hassle!" Colin rushed

a bit,"

"You... both of you..." The man who had long been there appeared distant and composed, whereas the man who had just arrived smiled warmly. The former had deep brownish-black eyes, while the latter's eyes were

brow before asking, "S-Sweetheart, when did

said casually as he poured her

cautiously asking, "You didn't hear what

didn't mince

Colin, who had returned. Why didn't I notice that the man sitting across from me is my husband?! Thinking of her earlier boastful remarks, her heart raced as she admitted,