Marrying the Man in the Dark (Damien and Cherise) novel Chapter 1184

Chapter 1184 Embers of Hope
"Listen, you must act like nothing's changed and stick to the plan. It's the only way to keep Violet from getting suspicious about me."

Even with Violet by his side, he couldn't shake the lingering sense that the Belcourt family still eyed him suspiciously.

Violet's mistrust likely originated from her own lingering doubts about him.

Otherwise, she would have made the long journey from Adania to Yatesville without taking some action.

Maybe that birthday party had been just what Violet needed to relax finally.

He hesitated, stealing a glance at Lucy.

It wouldn't be fair to her.

"I'm sorry, but I decline."

Lucy took a deep breath, her gaze narrowing as she looked at Lennon with a hint of sarcasm. "I'm not interested in being your pawn to salvage your relationship."

"Help me out this time," Lennon insisted, his lips pursed.

"I won't contest you for custody of Alexis in the future," he added firmly.

"Otherwise, you know my lawyer is more than capable."

Lucy sat at the table, lips pressed together, and hands clenched tightly in her lap.

Lennon was now openly discussing Violet in her presence, referring to their relationship.

Did he honestly think she wouldn't feel hurt or upset?

The man she had once deeply loved was now with the woman who had nearly caused her harm and put their child in danger.

He was even willing to give up custody of their son to degrade himself in front of that woman.

How much did he genuinely care about her?

He cared enough to tolerate the woman who had once profoundly hurt him, nearly taking their child's life.

He cared enough not to desire anything—neither Lucy nor their son.

She closed her eyes, a bitter smile playing on her lips.