Marrying the Man in the Dark (Damien and Cherise) novel Chapter 518

Chapter 518 A Mother’s Sacrifice

Cherise’s jaw gnawed, and her fists clenched tightly..

“Mom…,” she began.

She was willing to relinquish her identity, resentment, and possessions for her well-being.

Because she loved Damien, her mother chose to accept him despite his father’s atrocities.

Cherise closed her eyes as warmth and sorrow swirled in her heart.

Charisa had truly devoted her entire existence.

The first half of her life was lived for Beckham.

The second half…

“Compose yourself.”

Zachary inhaled deeply and turned to leave.

Cherise remained in the hospital room.

She leaned against the headboard, her gaze fixed on the distant pale wall. Her heart swelled with emotion.

Surprisingly, she reflected on the recent kindness bestowed upon her by her parents.

The tenderness Damien displayed during this time lingered vividly in her mind.

After a while, she opened her eyes and reached for her phone.

The most recent call log was from Damien.

The latest chat record showed that Damien reminded her to get enough rest and be the most. radiant bride tomorrow.

But the fate of this wedding…

She held her phone, hesitated for a while, and finally sent a message to Damien.

“Are you okay?”

The man on the other end of the phone swiftly responded, “I’m okay.”

Cherise pursed her lips and hesitated.

She struggled to convey her thoughts as waves of emotions paralyzed her, yet not a single word.

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escaped her lips.

Following their enchanting wedding at the New World Restaurant yesterday, Cherise and Damien discovered themselves in a state of wordless uncertainty, unsure of what to say to one another.

“How’s your hand?”

After a long pause, the man on the other end of the phone sent another message.

“It’s okay.”

“Are you at the hospital?”

“Yes,”

“Can I come see you?”