Trouble in Paradise by Three Way

"Ariana Jones! Do you even realize what you're saying?"

For the first time, Pete yelled my full name. His face contorted, unable to hold back his emotions any longer.

He grabbed my shoulders tightly and shook me. "Did Nicholas say something to you? Did that bastard threaten you!"

"No, he didn't..."

I shook my head, unable to bear seeing such a proud man fall apart in front of me. My vision blurred when I noticed the tears in his eyes. I had no idea what to do anymore.

The better Pete was to me, the more guilty I felt. I couldn't return the same feelings he had for me. It was unfair to him.

Because whenever I saw Nicholas, the emotions he stirred were far stronger than anything I felt for Pete. I hadn't moved on from the past. Whether it was love or hate, those feelings weren't for Pete.

"I see you as a brother, a friend. If you're willing, I..."

onto the balcony railing. His eyes were red as he cut me off, "Ari, have I not been good to you? Do you think I'm not good enough for you? After all this time, can you really bear to sever ties with me like

I..." I couldn't finish the sentence.

feel the pain. If I

kind of lousy excuse is that?" Pete laughed

we've both calmed down. Right

sighed. "Are you going back to the Shelman residence, or should I have

if I were

gaze and said

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every word. When Tabitha gets a bit

One day, you'll find someone who truly loves you. Don't waste your time on me

wants your apology?! If you told me you had fallen in love with

your happiness! Your parents

the aisle with a smile! As long as