Trouble in Paradise by Three Way

Chapter 0048

I had already run out of patience with today's conversation. The task was already completed, and it was time to bring this pointless dialogue to an end. "Don't worry, I've already spoken with Nicholas about- "Ariana!" Nicholas interrupted sharply.

"About what?" Claudia asked.

"We're almost there," he said abruptly.

Claudia noticed his darkened expression and chose not to ask. more questions. She spoke tenderly. "Let's park at the college entrance. We can take a walk and check out my new campus."

The Hawks' car had full access to campus, but knowing she preferred to walk, we didn't mind joining her. After all, today was all about ensuring her happiness.

Nicholas exited the car and gallantly opened Claudia's door. She smiled broadly and threw herself in his arms, hinting at a reconciliation between them.

They seemed ready to enjoy their time together, while I prepared to embark on my journey. It felt rather liberating.

I opened my door and stood on the other side of the car, observing as their conversation unfolded.

"Nick, is it possible for me not to stay on campus?"

"This college is quite a distance from home. Daily commuting would be tough."

near the campus, and you could move in

my thoughts froze momentarily. I needed someone

help but chuckle, which drew Claudia's curious

awkwardly, I was about to speak when heavy footsteps suddenly echoed behind me. A disheveled, homeless man burst forth from nowhere,

car.

it tore through my

you rich folks!"

appeared before me as the

He knocked the homeless man aside with a powerful kick, while the driver restrained him

rimmed with red as he urged, "Ariana,

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It wasn't pity I felt for her, but a sinking realization that this debt of gratitude would be mine to settle.

me, "Why are you just

was alright. My clothes were torn as well. Watching him with Claudia felt like watching

carefully settled in the backseat with Claudia in his arms while I

it hurts so

about her blood loss, so he pressed his hand against her wound, causing her pain. "Claudia, hang in there. I'm here

him before. I couldn't help stealing glances