Ch. 611..620

Marrying the Man in the Dark Chapter 611-Gossips A group of young nurses even knocked on the door to confirm what they heard. “This has never happened before!” “Ms. Lane has been at odds with Dr. Shaw ever since she joined our hospital. Are they finally getting along?” “Are they getting along, or is there more to it? Ms. Lane has always been deceptive. Don’t be fooled by her smiles. Once they’re in the office, she might start scolding Dr. Shaw.” “No… Really?” “You girls don’t know Ms. Lane well enough. She’s capable of anything…” Charles, who went out to get fruits for Maeve, happened to overhear the nurses’ animated conversation. He hurried back to the ward.

Damien was peeling an apple for Maeve in the ward.

“Dame!” Charles rushed in anxiously. He grabbed the apple and fruit knife from Damien’s hand. “I overheard the nurses talking about someone being against Dr. Shaw! It seems to be Ms. Lane. Do you want to go check what’s going on?” Damien glanced at Charles calmly before taking the fruit knife and the half-peeled apple. “It’s a matter between them. Why should I get involved?” “Shouldn’t you make sure Cherise isn’t being bullied?” Maeve leaned against the head of the bed and said anxiously, “If you want to win her back, you should stand up for her in times like this and be her knight in shining armor!” Damien’s hand, holding the apple, paused slightly.

He looked at Maeve’s worried expression and smiled. “Do you think I should win Cherise back?” Of course!” Maeve rolled her eyes, “She saved my daughter and my life. Of course, I hope you can get back together with her!” Damien laughed. “I’m relieved that you think so.” +15 Free Coins Chapter 611 Gossips Maeve pouted. “Your relief is useless! What you should do is win her back quickly!” “I’ve talked to the nurses and heard a lot about what happened to her in the past two years. She has so many men vying for her attention. If you don’t make an effort, your children. might call someone else ‘Dad’ soon!” Damien focused on the apple and peeled it elegantly. “They won’t have that chance.” Charles and Maeve exchanged glances.

The next second, Charles snatched the apple and fruit knife from Damien’s hand again. He pulled Damien from his seat and pushed him out of the ward. “Stop wasting time here. Your sister has me to take care of her. Go see Dr. Shaw!” He slammed the door shut right after that.

Damien stood outside and looked at the door before sighing softly.

Love can truly change a person.

If Maeve had met Charles five years ago… Would everything be different now?

Damien sighed again.

Even though he had been kicked out of the ward, he could not go to Martha’s office and disturb her, causing trouble for Cherise. He also could not leave the hospital.

So, he glanced at the nurse’s station, which was still buzzing with gossip, and walked there.

Maeve said she had heard a lot of gossip about Cherise from the nurses recently… Meanwhile, Cherise sat on a couch in Martha’s office and sipped a cup of tea worriedly. “Ms. Lane, I believe you know Isaac is not doing well nowadays…” She sighed softly before continuing, “Although what happened two years ago wasn’t something I instructed him to do, I still feel sorry seeing him like this.” Martha feigned a sigh. “Yes, Isaac is very talented. I mentored him from medical school and recruited him into our hospital, hoping that he would achieve greatness and become the face of our hospital..

Marrying the Man in the Dark Chapter 612-I’m A Tanner But later… Martha, now in her middle age, had an imposing demeanor. She gently shook. her head “Thankfully, we have you. Dr. Shaw. Otherwise, our hospital would not have any promising young talent after his incident.” Is this why you tried to frame me?

Cherise silently scoffed in her heart.

However, outwardly, she sighed, “Ms. Lane, Isaac used to be your student, and the two of you were close. Can you try to persuade him?” Please urge him to produce the evidence from back then… Even though I know the evidence. is fake, others aren’t. If he brings it out, he can clear his name.” “Seeing such a promising young talent go to waste is disheartening.” Martha furrowed her brows, “But Cherise, if Isaac manages to clear his name, what about you?” Cherise smiled and replied, “Martha, you probably don’t know, but my father is at businessman. He has always hoped that I would take over his business.” Martha’s hand, holding the teacup, paused abruptly.

“Do you mean… your family…” “My family is affluent.” Cherise smiled faintly. “Martha, since we’ve known each other for over two years, I see no reason to conceal this from you.” “My surname is Shaw, solely because my adoptive father’s surname is Shaw. But my actual surname is Tanner.” The office suddenly fell silent.

Martha stared at Cherise for a long time.

“Do you mean… the European Tanner family?” The surname Tanner was quite distinctive. Martha had encountered it during her studies in Europe and knew it belonged to a highly influential family.

And now, Cherise claimed her surname was Tanner.

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1/3 Martia knew no other family with that natin Yes Chense similed at Martha ‘Are you familiar with our family I’ve heard of it Martha mamtamed a smile on her face, bur wardly she scuffed The Tanner family! Don’t make me laugh’ The Tanner family is a noble family in Europe!

Why would a lady with such a noble lineage come to axmall town like Lermille to work at a humble doctor Does she think I’m stupid?

She resides in a modest apartment the hospital director arranged for her when she first arrived Yet, she dares to claim to be a Tanner.

She must think quite highly of herself!

Martha maintained her composure while ridiculing Cherise in her mind. She sighed before. replying with a smile, “I never knew you come from such a prestigious background!” “Since you wish to return home and take over the family business, the medical profession is no longer good enough for you. In that case, you’ll be doing a good deed in assisting Isaac to overturn the case and enable him to return to the hospital.” Cherise noticed the contempt and disdain in Martha’s eyes.

She responded with a faint smile. “That’s why your assistance is crucial. I’m not in the position to persuade Isaac.” “I understand. I understand!” Martha nodded and grasped Cherise’s hand excitedly. “Ill persuade Isaac for you!” Cherise feigned a smile.

The two women, who were once at odds, sat together and conversed for a while. Then, Cherise excused herself, saying she had to work on a proposal requested by the hospital.

director.

Martha sneered as she watched Cherise leave.

She was not sure why Cherise suddenly boasted about being a Tanner. Still, since Cherise was 川 23 m the baline for Isaad and allow to return to the hospital, Martha would not let her stupidity go to waste.

III

Marrying the Man in the Dark Chapter 613-Jealousy Cherise let out a deep sigh as she left Ms. Lane’s office.

Despite the passage of time, she still found herself vulnerable to deceit.

The unsettling memory of pretending to be pleasant and consoling with Mr. Lane made her stomach churn.

Realizing that Ms. Lane had orchestrated the incident two years ago only made her discomfort worse.

“Mr. Lenoir, you have quite a talent for humor!” “Do I?” “Absolutely! I never thought Mr. Lenoir, who seems rather detached, could be so witty in conversation!” Cherise heard a man’s voice and a few women’s voices while still engrossed in the imaginary conversation.

Furrowing her brows, Cherise instinctively glanced in the direction of the voices.

She saw Damien leaning casually against the nurse station counter, engaged in lively conversation with several nurses.

And these nurses… They were the ones who had visited her office a few days ago, asking for Damien’s contact. details.

She remembered giving them his number during a heated exchange with Damien.

So, were they flirting now?

Her eyes flashed, and anger prickled her skin.

Just yesterday, he had declared, “I’m pursuing you.” And now he was entertaining these women?

Cherise swallowed hard as a deep sense of uneasiness gripped her, and disappointment dulled her eyes.

She strode to the nurse station and stopped abruptly.

Damien remained oblivious, his back turned and unaware, until one nurse noticed the formidable woman behind him.

“Dr. Shaw, Dr. Shaw…” Silence quickly fell upon the group.

Damien casually turned his head to glance at Cherise, his eyes free of guilt. He greeted her with a gentle smile and said, “Hi.” Despite the man’s indifference, the surrounding nurses were anything but composed.

All eyes cautiously fixed on Cherise.

Why did it seem like Dr. Shaw was displeased?

Did she face reprimand from Ms. Lane?

“Don’t you all have duties to attend to?” Cherise approached the nurse station and heard the distinct, urgent summons of a patient call bell.

What were these nurses doing?

Were they engaging in idle chatter with Damien?

This was absurd!

Cherise’s words prompted a swift dispersal of the nurses at the station.

Soon, only Damien and Cherise remained.

The man casually observed the nurses who had scurried off before turning to Cherise. “Why is Dr. Shaw so angry?” he asked defiantly.

“Did Dr. Shaw get upset because of my friendly conversation? Are you feeling jealous?” Jealous? In his wildest dreams!

Cherise shot him a fierce glare and retorted, “Mr. Lenoir is reading too much into it.” “These nurses are neglecting their responsibilities during work hours. My duty as a doctor is to remind them to fulfill their duties and provide proper patient care.” Damien applauded and laughed, “Well, Dr. Shaw does sound like a conscientious and commendable doctor.” 2/3 Cherise rolled her eyes at him, turned on her heel, and prepared to retreat to her office. She had no desire to engage further with this man.

“I heard you were summoned by Ms. Lane earlier?” As she turned to leave, the man’s resonant voice echoed from behind her.

Cherise paused, and her heart fluttered. “How did you know?” she muttered.

Damien laughed. “Did you really think I came to the nurse station to flirt with these young nurses?” 3/3

Marrying the Man in the Dark Chapter 614-The Fish On The Hook “I know that Ms. Lane just called you away, and I’m also aware that since you arrived at the hospital, there have been 18 patients seeking your attention and six doctors interested, including Isaac.” “I’m also aware that, in the eyes of others, Zachary is your husband.” “And…” Before he could finish, Cherise turned with a flushed face and seethed, “If you have something to say, say it in my office!” A group of patients and their families huddled around the nurse’s station, straining to overhear the conversation.

These gossipy nurses!

Do they keep track of how many patients and doctors are seeking her attention?

Don’t they have anything better to do?

Damien gracefully entered Cherise’s office behind her, suppressing a chuckle.

“Oh.” Lucy was engrossed in a medical journal in the office.

Lucy nearly whistled in surprise as Cherise and Damien walked into the office one after the other.

The doctor beside her looked at Lucy confusedly and asked, “Dr. Staber, is something wrong?” “Nothing.” She stifled her laughter.

Lucy stood up and scanned the young doctors who had just started their internships. “Who mentioned wanting to visit Maeye?” A row of young doctors raised their hands simultaneously.

Maeve’s condition was unique, and though no one openly admitted it, they were all intrigued by this patient.

“Let’s go! I’ll take you to see her!”.

1/3 Lucy gestured, and the group of young doctors, notebooks in hand, obediently followed her out the doo As she passed Damien, Lucy smiled and remarked, “To ensure your privacy, I must sacrifice. your sister.” Damien chuckled sofily and responded, “She would be more than happy.” Lucy scoffed and left with the group of young doctors.

In an instant, the office was left with only Cherise and Damien.

She closed the office door, turned, and looked at Damien, “Were you just asking the nurses about me?” “What else would there be?” He raised a smile, “I’m not interested in them.” Cherise’s voice froze in her throat.

Although she always believed there was no connection between them, hearing Damien say that invoked warmth in her heart.

She pursed her lips and scoffed. “What else did they tell you?” “Quite a fair bit.” Damien settled into Cherise’s chair, casually flipping through the files on her desk before glancing at her computer desktop.

“Runaway Hearts?” Damien looked at her and chuckled, “Who said she doesn’t read novels now?” Cherise was surprised as she remembered discovering an online novel during a boring night shift.

She saved a bookmark on the desktop for easy accessibility.

Her face flushed as she hurriedly grabbed the mouse to delete the icon.

Damien sat there leisurely, watching her, “Right, it should be deleted.” “Otherwise, it might harm your image if people discovered that the usually serious and scholarly Dr. Shaw reads romance novels during work hours.” 2/3 Cherise’s words caught in her throat.

Everyone knows that she loves romance novels. What’s wrong with that?

She took a deep breath and asserted, “Mr. Lenoir, I thought you came here to discuss serious. matters with me.” Damien smiled faintly, “I want to discuss serious matters with you.” He glanced at my phone, “The fish is on the hook.”

Marrying the Man in the Dark Chapter 615-The Shopping Trip He raised his phone and showed it to Cherise.

The screen displayed a map of Lermille with a dot constantly moving.

Clearly, it was a GPS location.

“After you left Ms. Lane’s office, she left as well.” “I had Mr. Kolson follow her.” “We should be able to locate the person who impersonated your voice that year soon.” Cherise nodded, her eyes following the moving dot. She sighed in relief, “I was worried that after confronting her and revealing my connection to the Tanner family, she would become more cautious and stop provoking me.” Cherise shrugged and remarked, “It seems my father’s reputation isn’t as influential as I thought.” Damien smiled sympathetically as disappointment masked her face.

He instinctively reached out to ruffle her hair, only to realize she was out of his reach. It was a poignant reminder of their changed relationship.

The man paused with his hand suspended before reluctantly pulling it back.

Nevertheless, he still smiled at her. “Perhaps it’s not that the Tanner family’s reputation is ineffective, but that Ms. Lane simply doesn’t believe you’re the heiress of the Tanner family.” “Why wouldn’t she believe?” Cherise frowned, glancing at her reflection in the mirror. “What about me doesn’t seem fitting?” She whined.

Damien had no words.

“You don’t resemble one at all.” “You even bargain when you buy groceries at the market.” “Isn’t it normal for a mother to haggle over prices when grocery shopping at the market?” Cherise gave Damien a disapproving look, though her words lacked conviction.

Upon arriving in Lermille, Cherise realized that her words and actions were not suitable for her status as the heiress of the Tanner family, despite her initial protest.

1/3 But that was who she was.

Raised in the Shaw family village, Cherise never grew accustomed to a luxurious lifestyle nor aspired to it.

She was content with her current life and found fulfillment in simplicity.

However, she had already spoken honestly to Ms. Lane as a reminder.

If she didn’t believe, it was simply due to her limited perspective.

Cherise took a deep breath and turned to Damien, “Should we just wait for the fish to take the bait now?” Damien nodded and grinned at her, “You could also go shopping and relax with Lucy.” Cherise frowned and scoffed, “relax?” “Yes.” A glint of mischief flickered in Damien’s dark eyes as he asked, “You haven’t been to a luxury mall in quite some time, have you?” Cherise was taken aback and instinctively nodded.

It had indeed been a while since she visited those high-end malls.

It wasn’t that she couldn’t afford it; she simply didn’t care for those expensive and impractical items.

Lucy suggested wearing designer labels to enhance prestige while researching.

But Cherise believed that instead of spending a fortune to impress others, it was better to invest in self-improvement.

Respect is earned by those with wisdom and authenticity.

She was determined not to become as vain as Gwen.

The last time she visited a luxury mall was five years ago in Europe when Damien took her to a mall owned by his company.

Time slipped away quickly.

She was at the mall selecting cufflinks for Damien when she had an argument with Gwenn and Kareen.

2/3 Those events felt like they had happened just yesterday.

Five years had passed.

Marrying the Man in the Dark Chapter 616-Luxury Shopping Scheme Cherise furrowed her brow and scoffed, “I’m not a fan of such things and certainly wouldn’t spend my money on them.” Her current income was enough to provide a comfortable life for her and her two children.

Wouldn’t indulging in luxury items leave her finances in a precarious state?

“Of course, I’m not suggesting you should buy anything.” Damien lightly quirked his lips and smiled, “But to let you enjoy the shopping experience.” “During your conversation with Ms. Lane, you mentioned that you were the heiress of the Tanner family. However, she didn’t believe you and assumed you were boasting.” “To convincingly deceive her, indulge in luxury shopping and portray the image of a pampered heiress,” he continued.

Cherise was momentarily taken aback, but then she realized what he meant.

“She would become even more suspicious if I wandered the shops without making any purchases. It would seem like I was pretending to be wealthy.” “Exactly.” Damien’s smile grew wider as he suggested, “You could have also bought a high-end scarf or lipstick when you had the chance. They weren’t too expensive but could have given the impression that you were a luxury goods shopper “This way, she will lower her guard around you.” Cherise nodded, picked up her phone, and dialed Lucy, “Feel like going shopping?” Lucy was in Maeve’s hospital room, talking to Charles, when Cherise’s call caught her off guard.

“Cherise, are you suggesting we go shopping during work hours?” Cherise pursed her lips, “I’ve asked for leave from David.” Lucy raised an eyebrow and teased, “What are you planning to buy?” “Nothing specific; I’m just feeling down and thought some retail therapy might help.” Lucy was puzzled by her response.

Cherise was feeling down?

Why did Cherise seem unusually happy lately?

Damien had been constantly by her side, and Lucy hadn’t seen Cherise laugh so genuinely in a long time.

“That’s settled then! I’ll request leave for you from David and Mr. Carlos right away!” Cherise happily ended the call.

On the other end of the line, Maeve looked at Lucy in surprise and asked casually, “Is Cherry planning to go shopping?” A frown briefly crossed Lucy’s face.

Lucy had always had a negative impression of Maeve because of Cherise.

Maeve’s enthusiasm made her somewhat uncomfortable.

“Charles!” Maeve called for Charles.

Charles promptly retrieved a shiny black card from his bag and declared, “This card has no spending limit.” “Go ahead and buy anything that Cherry fancies.” Lucy stared at Maeve in disbelief and stammered, “You’re entrusting me with this kind of black card… with no limit… just like that?” “You’re Cherry’s friend, so I trust there won’t be any issues.” Maeve smiled at her and continued, “After using this card, return it to Cherry.” “Initially, this was the card Damien had prepared for her… Maeve trailed off.

Lucy hesitated before accepting the black card.

But she couldn’t help but look at Maeve with confusion, “Why the sudden kindness towards. Cherry?” “Because of past events….

Maeve shook her head and sighed softly, “I made many mistakes back then.” “The gravest mistake was refusing to acknowledge the genuine feelings between Damien and Cherry,” she said remorsefully.

Guilt was evident on her face.

In the past, Maeve had struggled with disfigurement, declining health, and years of resentment, making it difficult for her to understand the depth of love shared between Damien and Cherise.

Her perspective changed when she met Charles at the plastic surgery clinic three years ago.

Marrying the Man in the Dark Chapter 617-True Love Both she and Charles had scars on their faces when they first met.

They were both survivors of a devastating fire, seeking a second chance at life in the hospital.

Their paths crossed, love blossomed, and she finally understood the true essence of love.

“True love does exist,” she declared.

After sharing those words, Maeve looked at Lucy and whispered, “Ms. Staber, Lenn has been searching for you all these years.” Lucy’s grip on the black card tightened.

Lennon had been… searching for her all these years? – She was so busy that she could barely recall who Lennon was.

She shook her head, “Searching for what?” “Even if he found me, there’s no valid reason for us to reunite,” Lucy muttered, leaving immediately.

As Lucy’s hands brushed against the doorknob, Maeve sighed, “Lenn hasn’t been well these past few years.” “How does it concern me?” Lucy scoffed and strode out of the ward.

The breeze in the corridor left her feeling a bit chilly.

She wrapped herself in her white coat as a cold shiver filled her heart.

The haunting echoes of Lennon’s anguished voice during their breakup reverberated in her cars.

“Lucy, I’m not a substitute for the family love you’re seeking!” “You don’t have to force yourself to be with me just because your mother donated your kidney to me!” Lucy gave a bitter smile.

He hadn’t been doing well these years?

He deserved it.

Due to Cherry’s recent unusual behavior, David couldn’t help but feel that something was amiss with her lately.

So when Cherry went to the director and dean to request leave for a shopping trip with Lucy, David exchanged a knowing glance with Mr. Carlos.” Mr. Carlos beamed, quickly approved the leave, and said, “Cherry, if you’re feeling down, go out and enjoy yourself, don’t overthink!” “Lulu is your best friend. Let her accompany you and open your heart!” “Enjoy yourself for a few days, then return and focus on your work!” Cherise nodded with a smile and turned to leave.

As she left Mr. Carlos’ office, she noticed that the leave was for two days.

She frowned as she had only requested one day.

She quickly turned back and pushed open the office door.

Mr. Carlos was on a call in his office.

“Lulu, yes, I’ve approved the leave.” “David mentioned Cherry’s recent unusual behavior. She’s trying to reopen Isaac’s case from years ago. Do you think she’s not thinking clearly?” “Yes, you should advise her not to do anything reckless…” “I think she might be under immense pressure lately; could she be depressed?” “If you an persuade her, that would be ideal. If not, we do have a psychiatric department…” Cherise was standing outside the door and felt numb.

In David and Mr. Carlos’ opinion, did Cherry’s recent effort to reopen Isaac’s case suggest mental instability?

The woman discreetly sighed and closed the door, avoiding embarrassment.

On the way to the mall, Cherise wasn’t surprised to be teased by Lucy the entire way.

“What was Damien thinking, trying to reopen your case?” “Why did he make you apologize to David?” “This is outrageous!” “Reopening a case involving a competitor from years ago, especially at the peak of one’s career, seems counterproductive and self-sabotaging. Who would even consider such a move?”

Marrying the Man in the Dark Chapter 618-The Beauty Store Buzz Cherise strolled through the mall, her gaze fixed on clothing with price tags far beyond her means. “When did I become Isaac’s rival?” she wondered.

Hadn’t they always been allies?

Isaac had even once referred to her as his mentor!

“Since when were we not rivals?” Lucy alternated between selecting bracelets and giving Cherise a sympathetic look. “You were so engrossed in your research that you didn’t notice the rumors, right?” Cherise paused, then nodded.

She had no idea how she and Isaac had become rivals.

“Isaac was once Ms. Lane’s most promising protégé.” Lucy gestured toward the bracelets in the display case, casually glancing at Cherise, who was scanning the surroundings. “Weren’t you the one who received the only chance for a study abroad program from our hospital?” Lucy confirmed.

“If it hadn’t been for you, Isaac would have had that opportunity.” “Your emergence was unexpected, and the fact that you could guide Isaac in surgery sets you apart. You’re not on the same level, so it was rightfully given to you.” Cherise paused.

There had been quite a commotion when she first arrived at Lermille Hospital.

“So we became rivals just like that?” Lucy rolled her eyes and scoffed, “Of course not.” “There are various factors at play. The young quota in our hospital’s cardiac surgery department is yours.” “I’ve seen Ms. Lane passionately advocating for Isaac, even clashing with the Dean to secure him an opportunity!” “Ms. Lane had a clear goal to mentor Isaac. If it weren’t for your presence, Isaac might have been successful by now…” Cherise paused.

She had been oblivious to all these things Lucy mentioned.

However, since she brought it up, Cherise did recall.

She and Isaac had indeed been in a competitive position at certain times.

But she hadn’t felt it because they had always collaborated and had a good relationship.

Now that Lucy mentioned it, it all came back to her quickly.

So Ms. Lane had been harboring resentment against her for a long time.

So she sighed. Since things had come to this point, she could only take it one step at a time.

Lucy accompanied Cherise to the mall for a while.

Cherise had no interest in luxury goods, and Lucy didn’t find anything she liked. Lucy grew weary after aimlessly meandering through the mall for a while.

She looked at Cherise and pleaded, “Shall we head back?” Cherise, who also felt exhausted, nodded in response.

But she looked at their empty hands and remembered what Damien had suggested about buying a scarf or lipstick.

It seemed… she hadn’t bought lipstick in a long time.

Cherise maintained a diligent and conscientious approach to her work. She rarely wore makeup her daily routine included applying lotion before heading to work. As such, a tube of lipstick could last her several years.

– She decided to buy lipstick after comparing the prices of scarves and lipsticks.

It was within her budget for an international lipstick brand, which only cost a few hundred each.

Lucy observed a woman enthusiastically entering the beauty store and remarked, “Someone who hasn’t worn makeup in centuries wouldn’t be buying lipstick if not for Damien.” Cherise glared at her, then turned and walked in to try on different shades.

There was a dazzling array of brands and shades.

Cherise was about to test the third shade when footsteps interrupted her.

Then, the jubilant voices of the beauty store staff announced collectively, “Ms. Miles,

Marrying the Man in the Dark Chapter 619-Cherise’s Unexpected Generosity Cherise furrowed her brow as she opened the tester and asked, “Ms. Miles?” Ms. Miles was known for her extravagant lifestyle.

“Ah, isn’t this my dear little sister, Cherry?” Before she could turn around, the woman behind her had already recognized Cherise.

Cherise smirked, and it was indeed her.

She took a deep breath, closed the trial pack, turned around, and glanced at the woman. standing at the door.

At that moment, Kareen leaned against the beauty shop door, arms crossed. Her deep brown eyes were coldly fixed on Cherise, and she quipped, “Dame mentioned that you, Cherry, were a serious and responsible doctor with no interest in makeup.” “Why are you here buying lipstick?” “Cherise, did you suddenly notice that her face had aged after having a child and was trying to fix it?” Accustomed to Kareen’s sharp tongue and irrational behavior, Cherise had no intention of arguing with her. “I was just buying lipstick, Ms. Miles; you’re overthinking,” she asserted.

“Indeed, I rarely wear makeup. I looked better than Ms. Miles even without it.” Kareen’s eyes blazed, and anger heated her blood.

“What are you implying, Cherise?” She glared at Cherise; she was about to explode with rage and seethed, “Are you insinuating that I’m ugly?” “Not at all.” Cherise responded with a reticent smile, raised her hand, and handed the lipstick she had just tried to the receptionist, “I’ll take one in this color.” The receptionist took it and quickly walked away.

Only then did Cherise glance at Kareen standing at the door. “I was merely stating the truth,” Cherise said brazenly.

“I’m not wearing any makeup at the moment, Ms. Miles. You can tell the difference between you with makeup and me without it.” “Also, don’t put words in my mouth. I never said you look ugly… that’s your assumption.” With that, the woman stifled a yawn, directed a casual gaze at Kareen, and chided, “Usually, Ms. Miles would dramatically exit at this point.” “She avoids stooping to my level but lacks a convincing argument.” “But now Ms. Miles is still here… do you want me to buy you lipstick?” After saying that, she turned to the receptionist who was fetching her lipstick and said, “Get me another one in that color; wrap it up for this lady.” Kareen was red with rage, standing at the door as her hands clenched tightly.

Cherise didn’t know what was good for her!

If it weren’t for the fact that she was Rebecca’s biological daughter, she would have torn her apart today.

“Ms. Miles.” A clerk who knew Kareen well approached her slowly and whispered, “Don’t let her get under your skin…” “I can assure you, the lipstick she was eyeing is our latest addition, and as for the price…” She appraised Cherise’s appearance, noting her modest and slightly worn attire, “In any case, it’s definitely beyond the means of someone with her income.” “Let alone two; one could already bankrupt her!” Kareen’s eyes flashed.

She knew that although Cherise was the daughter of Charisa and Beckham and came from a distinguished background, she was not one to rely on her family’s wealth.

In Lermille, nobody knew her true identity; they only saw her as a humble and ordinary doctor.

Cherise never used the money from Miles’s family and the Tanner family… Someone like Cherise wouldn’t have enough money to buy these expensive luxuries.

She had set herself up for embarrassment by coming to this place to shop.

As Kareen lazily stretched, she sneered and said sarcastically, “If Ms. Shaw is enough to buy me lipstick, I’ll graciously accept.” generous

Marrying the Man in the Dark Chapter 620-Luxury Lipstick Feud After finishing her sentence, she smiled at Cherise and said, “I have other matters to attend to, so could you please settle the bill promptly, Ms. Shaw? I want to leave with the lipstick you’ve generously gifted me.” Cherise furrowed her brow slightly.

Kareen, who had seemed completely humiliated, was suddenly appeased by a few whispered words from the shop assistant. There must be more to this story.

This was a surprise.

Shortly after, the cashier brought over the bill for the two lipsticks, presented it to Cherise, and said, “Ms. Shaw, if you would please.” Cherise nodded as she looked at the price column. She noticed that a single lipstick cost 250, and the total cost for two lipsticks was 500.

Cherise’s eyes widened in disbelief as she held the bill.

Two lipsticks amounted to 500?

That was half a month’s salary!

“Ms. Shaw?” The cashier noticed Cherise’s stillness, and a trace of disdain flickered in her eyes. Nonetheless, she continued to smile and address her.

“Please make your payment here.” Cherise pursed her lips and looked at Lucy helplessly.

Initially, her plan was simple: buying a single luxury lipstick to project the image of a wealthy Tanner family girl to Ms. Lane.

Hence… she hadn’t brought that much money.

She had thought a budget of 300 would suffice.

However, she hadn’t anticipated that two lipsticks would total 500.

Kareen yawned nonchalantly, “Ms. Shaw, please hurry.” “I’m still waiting for the lipstick you’re gifting me!” She sneered.

A subtle mockery gleamed in her indifferent eyes and ridiculed, “Ms. Shaw, it seems you haven’t brought enough money, have you?” “Or is Ms. Shaw hesitant to spend her money and perhaps considering reneging on her promise?” The shop assistant beside Kareen flashed a faint smile at Cherise, “If this lipstick isn’t to your liking, we have other price ranges available in our shop.”.

“I’ve set my heart on this color and style.” Kareen crossed her arms and was prepared to challenge Cherise to the end.

Cherise pursed her lips, After a moment, Cherise took a deep breath, looked up at Lucy, and pleaded, “Lulu, I didn’t bring enough money. Could you lend me some?” Lucy was taken aback..

She lowered her voice and leaned into Cherise, “Are you out of your mind? Are you seriously buying lipstick for Kareen?” “I can see – she’s just trying to ridicule you!” Cherise smiled, “Lend me the money first.” “I was overly confident, and I was the one who promised her a lipstick.” “If I renege on my promise, she’ll have more ammunition to humiliate me in the future.” Lucy pursed her lips, understanding Cherise Shaw’s logic.

But… “That’s half a month’s salary!” “If you spend it all, what will you and the kids eat and drink for the rest of the month!?” Cherise furrowed her brows and muttered, “That won’t happen.” “Worst case scenario, I’ll have them stay and eat at Damien’s place.” Lucy was speechless.

Despite her reluctance, Cherise’s decision held firm, and as her friend, Lucy could only offer her support.

As Lucy reached into her backpack for her bank card, her fingers brushed against the “Lenoir” black gold card.

The cool, metallic texture brought back memories of the card Maeve had given her at the hospital.

Lucy frowned, thinking that giving this card to Cherise was not appropriate.

After all, even Maeve had said that this black card was a gift from Damien to Cherise.