Trouble in Paradise by Three Way

Chapter 0553

At work, I found myself distracted. Douglas had spoken to me several times, but I hadn't heard a word. Even though I was confident in my confrontation with Claudia, I had to admit that her words had affected me.

Who was Nicholas really doing all this for? Claudia claimed it was for her-that he stood up for her in her time of need. Everything she said seemed to add up.

Was it really just a coincidence? I wasn't sure anymore.

I didn't know whether I doubted Nicholas or just lacked confidence in myself. I wasn't sure if Nicholas would pick me over Claudia. To me, it didn't seem possible.

Douglas could tell I wasn't focused on work. I'd never had much enthusiasm for corporate management. So, he tactfully excused himself.

Left alone, I idly flipped through case files, losing myself in them until nightfall.

When I got home, I heard the sound of a car pulling into the driveway. Wendy must have brought Tabitha back. I'd missed her terribly after just one day apart and rushed outside to meet them.

I stepped outside, it wasn't Wendy holding the

instantly when I saw him. Yet,

are you doing here?" I looked at

cold stare. It was so different from the image of me in his

endure it and put on a smile. "Ariana, about what happened

nuzzling her. Tabitha called out

"Ah! Ah! M-Mommy, D-Dad..."

was giggling. In the blink of an eye, her head rested against my chest, her

like other children one day. She was still so young, and all I could do was shower her with love

You should go now," I urged

in. I'll help her get ready for bed and put her to sleep, and then I'll leave, I

me. That's

ignore what she wants!" He reached out to touch Tabitha's face, bringing her back to the moment." Tabitha, isn't Daddy your favorite? Don't