Chatper 697
Marrying the Man in the Dark
Chapter 697 The Beauty
After uttering those words, she turned her attention to Frances and asked, âIs Ms. Shaw here? Iâve come to
apologize to her.â
âUmâ¦â
Frances was in a difficult position.
Since Mrs. Shawâs Uncle Shaw and Aunt Wanda were visiting today, it was somewhat inconvenient to welcome
Ursula and Rowena.
Howeverâ¦.
Tm here. Cherise said confidently.
Frances was taken aback. She observed Cherise as she calmly removed her apron and approached them. You must
be Rowena, right?â She asked politely.
Raising her eyebrows, she coolly assessed the woman in front of her.
The woman sat in a wheelchair, with casts on her feet visible under a thin blanket.
She wore a striped hospital gown and appeared fragile, with delicate features and a pale complexion. Despite this,
her eyes emanated a softness that evoked compassion and vulnerability.
In contrast to her sister, Rowena appeared more ordinary.
Cherise watched Rowena while also being observed by her.
Cherise appeared composed and refined, with a touch of aloofness. Yet, her face was as delicate as a porcelain
dollâs.
This intriguing contrast emphasized her extraordinary charm and beauty.
Rowena pressed her lips together and asked, âYou must be Ms. Shaw, right?â
âYou look so young and stunning: itâs hard to believe youâre a mother of two.â
Cherise greeted them with a gentle smile and signaled Frances to let them through. âAccording to Ms. Mortis,â she
chuckled softly, âI donât quite fit the mold of a mother of two.â
âSo, in your opinion, how should a mother of two look? Tired and aged?â
âHave I failed to meet your expectations?â
Rowena was taken aback, her face turned pale, and she stuttered, âMs. Shaw, I didnât mean that; L.
âRelax, I was just teasing youâ
She offered Rowena a comforting smile and giggled, âAfter all, your sister is quite the joker herselfâ
I assumed Ms Mortis could appreciate a joke, but it seems
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Cherise briefly glanced at Rowena and considered, âCoincidentally, we have guests for dinner tonight. Youâre
welcome to join if you two are interested.â
Ursula rolled her eyes and scoffed, âWho would want to dine in this place?â
Ursula gave a cold look to Elvis, who was lazily sitting on the couch, and to Sarah, an elderly lady with white hair
standing behind Cherise. âYou accused me of making unreasonable requests just because my sister saved Damienâs
life.â
âIn the end, you returned only to bring along your poor relatives for a free meal?â
The term âpoor relativesâ struck a chord with Sarah.
She pursed her lips, quickly removed her apron, and muttered, âCherry, Uncle Shaw, and I should probably leave.â
âIf you have guests hereâ¦â
âYou are the guests. Where are you going?â
Cherise smiled, grabbed Sarahâs hand, and insisted, âIâve insisted you stay tonight. Letâs see who dares to
challenge.â
Feeling uncertain. Sarah put on her apron and busied herself in the kitchen.
Cherise sat on the sofa, crossed her legs, and smiled faintly like a poised hostess.
Elvis grunted and promptly escorted the two children away.
Cherise and the Mortis sisters were left alone in the living room.
âLula, watch your language.â
Rowena pressed her lips together, helplessly looked at Cherise, and began earnestly, âMs. Shaw, I apologize for my
sisterâs rude words. Sheâs been spoiled since she was young and often speaks without considering the
consequences. Please donât take it to heart.
âAnd what if I do?â
Cherise greeted Rowena with a cold smile and warned, âIf your sister continues to misbehave, she may face
consequences beyond my disciplinary measures.â