Trouble in Paradise by Three Way

Chapter 0575

Earlier, when the maids had crowded outside my door, I hadn't even noticed that Nicholas had somehow left his

room.

Tabitha's room was arranged right next to his, so it was no surprise he had overheard every word I said. But it didn't matter at all. I couldn't stand even looking at him now.

With so many people around, I had no intention of engaging in pointless arguments. Lowering my gaze, I turned to open the door and go back inside.

Just as my hand touched the handle, a strong grip landed on my shoulder.

The maids, startled by Nicholas storming over, quickly scattered out of sight.

I turned around, smacking his hand off my shoulder with all the strength I could muster. My palm burned with pain, and the fiery red mark on the back of his hand made it clear that he hadn't escaped unscathed either.

and spoke in a low voice. 'Tabitha's asleep. If you have

reached for the doorknob again, but Nicholas stepped forward and blocked my way. A sliver of light

In the blink of an eye, he carried me next door

leaned in. His scorching breath brushed my face, sending a shiver through me. His heat was so overwhelming that I felt as though I

some rest. Even without touching him, his pale, drawn face was enough to

make me feel sorry for you. I didn't realize you

too strong. Trapped against the door,

block my way. I'm not

With his head lowered, his trembling shoulders betrayed

It's just... It makes me

somewhere else. Stop blocking my way!" My voice rose as

to say?" His voice dropped further, heavy