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."

what does she

Every time I think about how that little girl nearly cost

Nicholas grabbed my finger,

with my hand, frowning. His words set off alarm bells in my mind. If Nicholas harbored such thoughts, would he neglect Tabitha's treatment? What if he refused

him, worry etched on

teasing you." A gentle kiss landed on my furrowed brow. "As long

if you can't give Tabitha the love 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

gripped my shoulders and gave me a firm shake. "Ariana, what do you

question caught me off guard.

still a

in shock. How did he zero in on that? I shook my head quickly. "I didn't say

my heart with someone else's uncertain sincerity was still too daunting. That

dwell on it further, my feet

me high into the air and spun me around twice. His joy was barely contained, although his trembling breath gave him away when he

heard you loud and clear, Ariana. You haven't