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."

could look into houses near the campus, and you could move in with

thoughts froze momentarily. I needed someone to

couldn't help but chuckle, which drew Claudia's curious look and

speak when heavy footsteps suddenly echoed behind me. A disheveled, homeless man

car.

man's knife as it tore through my clothes

rich folks!" the homeless

me as the man

knocked the homeless man aside with a powerful kick, while the

eyes were rimmed with

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her, but a sinking realization that this debt of gratitude would be mine to settle. How could I ever fulfill it? Nicholas' piercing stare made me fear

yelled at me, "Why are you just standing

he didn't even ask if I was alright. My

backseat with Claudia in his arms while I gritted my teeth

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 with you. We're almost

had never experienced such gentleness from him before. I