Trouble in Paradise by Three Way

Chapter 0624

The doctor quickly nodded. "Of course. Our entire medical team is at your service. We'll immediately prepare the necessary equipment."

"Go ahead." Nicholas gave the command without even blinking.

I couldn't help but think about how much influence he had. They were even arranging medical equipment on the spot.

Lost in thought, I barely noticed when he firmly gripped my hand and led me back to the examination room. We sat on the couch together, and he held onto me as if he couldn't bear to let go.

Seeing him remain silent, I instinctively thought he was nervous about the check-up.

Perhaps it was because of the painful memories of being ill a few years ago. Besides that, there was no reason for him to need me with him just for a check-up.

I turned to look at him, trying to confirm my thoughts.

Nicholas picked up a strand of my hair, twirling it between his fingers. His dark eyes betrayed no emotion, but they weighed heavily on me.

bring up anything that might reopen old wounds. But as he played with the strand of hair and tugged on it

the couch and let out a deep sigh, closing my eyes to pretend to nap. But the next moment, my hair was discarded, and a large hand gently pressed against

abruptly and saw Nicholas facing me, his hand caressing my

"Are you nervous?"

I be nervous

pretending! Just

clutching me for comfort

few years hadn't been easy for either

if he saw through my thoughts. I knew

and followed her through a maze of hallways, turning left and right for what

here?" Nicholas suddenly

The nurse was startled by his question, her face turning bright red. She stammered, unsure how to respond.

The oppressive chill of his demeanor made him seem intimidating. The poor nurse was already stressed from running errands and didn't need to be terrified

innocent, but he responded with