Trouble in Paradise by Three Way

Chapter 0563

The cries of "Nick" over the phone grew increasingly desperate. Yet, Nicholas just listened with a blank expression. He didn't offer any response or decision.

I didn't feel much sympathy for Claudia. But in that moment, I understood the hope laced in her voice.

Because I, too, was once someone who couldn't stop calling him "Honey". I had also been through the moments when no matter how many times I called, it didn't make a difference.

Through Claudia's voice, I saw a reflection of my former self. Was he just as indifferent back then, standing cold and motionless while I yearned for him?

I closed my eyes, overwhelmed by the memories. This kind of bleak, hopeless love was something I never wanted to endure again.

"You should go see her. She needs you," I said softly.

Nicholas hesitated briefly before chuckling bitterly. His expression was dark as he replied, "Alright. If that's what you want."

This time, he didn't look back as he left. Moments later, the sound of an engine starting echoed from the courtyard.

once again left because of Claudia's call. Feeling numb, I'd lost count of how many times this had

bed, hoping to recover some of my drained strength. Staring at the

was exhausted, but just as I was about to fall asleep, Neal

years, but this wasn't a personal call. He needed me to come to the hospital to

I'll head

off in my voice. "What's wrong with your throat? Are you sick? If you're unwell, I can talk to my superiors and arrange for you to come

accused me outright. If I don't show up, won't that just make it easier for

ever learned that everything was orchestrated by the brother she loved, could Nicholas

"Don't worry. Claudia's condition is severe, so the meeting will take place in the hospital. It's just a confrontation and

"My friend?"

Yasmine. She's brought along

through me. No wonder Yasmine hadn't contacted me despite my phone being on for a while. She had been

to the hospital, I couldn't go too fast. My body was still weak, and focusing on the road sapped my energy. By the time I arrived, my clothes were damp with a thin layer of

Seeing me step out of the car, he immediately came over and

never imagined seeing you so worn out. I've followed your news. You seemed to be

a couple of nights ago, drank too much, and caught a cold," I cut him off quickly.