Trouble in Paradise by Three Way

Chapter 0632

Nicholas' abrupt change in demeanor startled me. His fierce, aggressive approach left me frozen.

The moment his lips touched mine, a strange dizziness overtook me. My mind buzzed into a blank hum.

He cupped my face in both hands, his forehead resting lightly against mine as he panted softly. "When will finally get you to open that mouth of yours?"

Before I could respond, one of his hands slid down to my waist, caressing the soft curve. "Your whole body is soft, but this mouth of yours is hard as stone."

I turned my face away, refusing to look at him. "That's none of your business!

"It is my business, Ariana. It's my business for the rest of my life!"

My mind buzzed inexplicably. The words 'for the rest of my life" were too heavy, too much.

I stared straight at him. "I can take care of myself. I don't need you. Take care of Tabitha instead."

does she

child. Every time

daughter!" Nicholas grabbed my finger, bringing it to his lips for a gentle kiss. "Good thing she is. If she weren't, and

words set off alarm bells in my mind. If Nicholas harbored such thoughts,

gazed at him, worry etched on

A gentle kiss landed on my furrowed brow. "As long as you're here, even if it's because of you, I'll

of a father, then you're nothing to me." I wouldn't hold back when it came to Tabitha. "Without her, there wouldn't even be a shred of possibility

me a firm shake. "Ariana,

caught me off

still

How did he zero in on that? I shook my head

now to meld my heart with someone else's uncertain sincerity was still too daunting. That step would be painful and difficult. For now,

I could dwell on it

His joy was barely contained, although his trembling breath gave him away

don't have to admit it. I heard you loud and clear, Ariana. You haven't even realized it