Trouble in Paradise by Three Way

Chapter 0566

Nicholas' words pierced my heart like needles, making even breathing painful.

I struggled to catch my breath. After taking a deep breath, I lifted my gaze and stared at him intently.

"Nicholas, you once said that at your age, you didn't want to hear about love from me. Now, I'm at the age your were back then, and I think I understand your state of mind. So, let's not talk about those things anymore."

"..." Nicholas' eyes filled with desolation and despair. He looked like he'd been struck by an invisible blow, his figure trembling slightly.

"How can you punish the present me for who I was in the past? Ariana, you're generous with everyone-except me.

I laughed bitterly, tears blurring my vision until they spilled uncontrollably. Taking a deep breath, I wiped away my tears, forcing a carefree smile.

"Nicholas, if you still care about Claudia, you should find someone to properly treat her legs. After all, if she ends up disabled, that's for life."

Nicholas' voice came weakly. "Why would I care about her?"

hadn't realized when my nails had dug into

legal punishment while choosing private, extreme measures to reprimand her only proved

too. He wanted to keep me but feared

He was consumed by

drained. In the end, I called Yasmine, asking her to drive me home. I didn't

Tabitha had changed me. I cherished my life now. I still had Tabitha to take care of, and

pang of sadness. Nicholas didn't

me, neither was on his mind. He was doing

hospital building. She helped me move from the driver's seat

you and Nicholas? You're sick, and now he's not doing well either?" Yasmine asked. Her words startled me. I turned to

came out to find you,

seat, the leather creaking under my hands. Was Nicholas showing signs

to help him at first. But then I thought if you were here, you definitely wouldn't ignore him. So, I called a doctor for him. I didn't know what happened next. But compared to Nicholas,

fine." I sighed in relief. Exhaustion swept over me, and I

City and go on a business trip to clear your mind. I want you to stay busy, but I don't want to overwork you. I'll set up some business

not