Trouble in Paradise by Three Way

Chapter 45

Chapter 0045

1 first reinforced Nicholas' psychological defenses, then lowered his expectations to gain agreement. True to form, he agreed in a detached tone.

"I wouldn't lay a finger on you again even if you begged me to."

I smiled triumphantly, though inside, I felt less than pleased. My smile faded and I quietly hoped he would keep his promise. What was so hard about taking Claudia to her college? briskly nodded and said, "Deal."

Nicholas shot me a sideways glance, his forehead creased. Make sure she knows I transferred her to a different college for her good."

"Got it."

"She suspects we're still arguing. Let her know we're not." I hummed in acknowledgment.

He paused, then upped the challenge for me, stating, "She's quite sensitive, so be casual in your approach. Don't give her any reason to question!"

I smiled in a detached manner. Nicholas treated me as if I didn't matter. He had finally shown his hand.

I stared into his eyes and felt a chill settle

I remained close

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who was regarded as

I handed out. Nicholas tolerated my behavior and remained composed. Since love eluded me, I pursued a different route to secure what I believed was rightfully mine. I threw

Claudia's gaze conveyed a mix of

something more intense, almost

a man she desired, rather than the gaze of

it like Nicholas did, so

hid in a corner to catch my breath

two women

stage for Mr. and Mrs. Hawk to flaunt their love," whispered a woman, her hand covering

but how did Mrs. Hawk manage to

about Mr. Fisher, right? He rarely attends these gatherings, but today he showed up

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