Chapter 606
Marrying the Man in the Dark
Chapter 606 Mr Handsome Next Door?
Cherise raised her eyebrows, meeting his gaze that held a mischievous sparkle. She caught a glimpse of her
flushed reflection in his eyes, and warmth spread across her cheeks.
Taking a deep breath to calm her racing heart, she asked, âWhat kind of thank you gift does Mr. Lenoir expect?
Arenât these pierogis enough?â
Her gaze shifted to the plate of pierogis, evidence of her afternoon spent taking the children to the market.
Just moments ago, Serafina had complained about the pierogis, but Soren, wise beyond his years, remarked, âSera,
donât be silly. I donât think Mom made them for us.â
Serafina furrowed her brow in confusion. âBut Mommy doesnât have a boyfriend, itâs just us. Who are they for? Is it
for Grandpa? Or that attractive man next door?â
With a conspiratorial grin, Soren leaned in and whispered, âMaybe weâll have a daddy soonâ¦â
Cherise found herself haunted by her sonâs words as Serafinaâs persistent questions about having a father on the
way home tested Cheriseâs patience and wit. âWhen will I have a daddy, Mommy? Will he be handsome? Will he
give me strawberries like the man next door?â
Exhausted from their relentless questioning, Cherise finally snapped, âNo daddy anytime. soon, okay?â
Soren smirked. âGotcha! You said it yourself, and I recorded it.â
Cheriseâs breath caught. Soren, with his uncanny intuition, must have sensed somethingâ¦
Her
gaze shifted to Damien, a mischievous reflection of their son, although Soren melted her heart while Damien
possessed a captivating allure that threatened to consume her.
He smiled knowingly, his eyes narrowing dangerously. âPierogis? Just an appetizer. You know what I truly desire.â
His gaze held her captive, making her squirm. âWeâre not together anymore! Weâre neighbors now, alright? Good
neighbors,â she trailed off, her voice barely a whisper, âI just⦠see you as a friend. Donât push this.â
The man chuckled, his eyes twinkling with an enigmatic expression. âPush what? Is your imagination running wild,
Dr. Shaw?â
He pushed his plate away, wiped his mouth, and stood up, gradually closing the distance between them. His voice,
low and seductive, sent a shiver down Cheriseâs spine. âAm I
overthinking, or are you the one misunderstanding, Dr. Shaw?â
He set down his fork, casually wiped his mouth, and rose, slowly closing the gap between them. âOr perhaps your
desires are more intense than you care to admit? I simply mentione what I crave, thatâs all. What did your mind
conjure?â
Cherise clenched her teeth. Did he really ask what she thought? His suggestive remark was practically a flashing
neon sign!
Besides, ever since they reconnected, they had already engaged in a passionate encounter in the hospital
restroom. This man had no boundaries or shame!
Nervously, she retreated, backing away⦠until, with a soft âthud,â she tumbled off the couch and onto the plush
carpet.
âYou silly girl,â he chuckled, reaching out to help her up.
Cherise shot him a glare, rubbing her sore bottom. Iâm not silly! Iâm a respected figure in the medical field. Thank
you very much!â
âOf course, of course,â Damien smiled dismissively, returning to his pierogi feast. âA respected doctor who just
bruised her bottom falling off the couch.â
Cherise blushed, unable to find words.