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."

and you could move in with

momentarily. I needed

which drew Claudia's curious look and

my throat awkwardly, I was about to speak when heavy footsteps suddenly echoed behind me. A disheveled, homeless man burst forth from nowhere, brandishing a knife. "Ariana, watch out!"

car.

it tore through

you rich folks!" the

me as the man pulled his knife

homeless man aside with

into Nicholas' embrace. His eyes were rimmed with red as he urged,

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Claudia's sleeve, I wished that blade had found me instead. It wasn't pity I felt for her, but a sinking realization that this debt of gratitude would be

"Why are you just

didn't even ask if I was alright. My clothes were torn as well. Watching him with Claudia felt like watching a

with Claudia in his arms while

it hurts

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

gentleness from him before. I couldn't help stealing glances at him