Trouble in Paradise by Three Way

Chapter 0229

I met Nicholas's gaze and spotted the palpable grief in his eyes. I could tell that he was struggling, but it was probably because his hope to build his own family had been shattered. This was something he'd been longing for since he was young, after all. He said that I was ruthless because I failed to take his feelings into account and accommodate him. Daniel had also emphasized this point repeatedly to

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People said that an imperfect childhood required a lifetime to heal. He resented me for not staying by his side to maintain the pitiful facade of our marriage, so he thought I was heartless.

I drew in a deep breath and stifled the sting in my nose. I absolutely wouldn't believe that Nicholas had even a sliver of affection for me.

"Suit yourself," I said, pressing my forehead.

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Waves of resignation and exhaustion flooded through me. There was not point in arguing with him anymore.

Just as I was about to leave, Nicholas suddenly stood in my way. He was dressed in all black as if he was attending the funeral of our marriage.

Looking down at his shoes, I smiled wryly and shifted my stance so I could get past him. I wanted to get out of this relationship as soon as possible-at least I had to leave his side now.

But he got in my way again. As Nicholas grabbed my shoulders and shook them heavily, my chest tightened.

"But Ariana, why do I feel so upset?" he cried out.

Stunned, I stared at him in confusion and forced a smile. My voice was unconsciously tinged with imploration as I begged, "Just let me go. I can't take it anymore."

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