Trouble in Paradise by Three Way

Pete's open palm in front of my eyes slowly clenched into a fist.

He could not hold himself back. Breathing heavily, he said, "Turn around and wait here. I have something to take care of. I'll be right back!"

I grabbed his hand, "Don't go!"

"What are you doing? He—"

I interrupted him, "I know. There's no need."

To avoid looking pitiful, I put on an indifferent face. "I found those girls for him."

The girls' giggles pierced my heart like knives. When I spoke again, my voice had a hint of pleading that I had not even noticed. "Can you take me away from here?"

Pete took a deep breath to suppress his anger. Taking my hand, he grinned mischievously. "Of course I can. I'll go anywhere with you!"

His action made the group of celebrities behind him hoot and whistle teasingly.

"Mr. Shelman, is this your wife? Introduce us to her!"

her too well! She's

probably Gabriela. She was

at her. It

even prettier

turned and

Then, he put his arm around my shoulders and whispered, "Ari, do me a favor. Otherwise, they'll mock me behind my back!" Meeting Pete seemed to have dispelled some of the misery

to save your face. But when they learn the truth later, you might lose more than

his head carelessly. "I don't

in the car, I saw Nicholas approaching with a dark expression. He had clearly heard the commotion, and

chattered in

Walking steadily

was so

would wait for him.

closed my door and stood in front of it. With his arms crossed, he waited for Nicholas. When Nicholas got close, Pete grinned and

teasingly, "Nick."

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