Trouble in Paradise by Three Way

Chapter 0046

I should thank these two women. They'd given me a new perspective on my marriage. What I possessed, which was something others admired, wasn't what I truly desired. Despite my efforts to explain, they never trusted me and kept their distance. I gazed at them, realizing that words were futile, and asked, "How about I introduce you to him?"

It was more of an offer than a question. It was a rare chance for them, and I was sure they wouldn't refuse.

I hoped they could connect with Nicholas, perhaps even forge a deeper bond. Whoever ended up with Nicholas would have my blessing.

I guided them over to Nicholas' side and quietly slipped away. It amused me to see Nicholas and Claudia both suddenly become displeased at the same time.

Once I slipped away unnoticed, I returned to the banquet hall and resumed mingling, handing off business cards to everyone I met. Everyone around me wore smiles and showered me with flattering remarks.

In a daze, my mind drifted back to four years ago when I married Nicholas. Our wedding in Radiant City was a dazzling display of opulence that was unmatched back then.

Unexpectedly, I began to see Nicholas in a different light. He had shown me every kind of respect I could wish for, except

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unwavering devotion to him.

I noticed Claudia deep in conversation with Nelson. It struck me as unusual

appeared more attentive than Claudia, swiftly turning when he sensed my gaze. His years had marked lines around. his eyes. Yet,

a little. He eased up upon recognizing me. I pondered whether Mom and Nelson had sorted

if waiting for me to approach him. We

or to approach Nelson to greet him, Claudia said her goodbyes to him. His focus finally shifted away from me, relieving the tension

pink dress, looking adorable like a princess. Her eyes were watery, her lip chewed in distress as she stood before me. Peering into her troubled gaze, I

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