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."

she even mean

time I think about how that little girl nearly cost you your life,

I pointed at him and warned, "Don't you dare say something like that. She's your daughter!" Nicholas grabbed my finger, bringing it to his lips for a gentle kiss. "Good thing she is. If she weren't,

alarm bells in my mind. If Nicholas harbored such thoughts, would he neglect Tabitha's treatment? What

gazed at him, worry etched

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

Tabitha the love of a father, then you're nothing to me." I wouldn't hold back when

gave me a firm shake. "Ariana,

caught me off guard. "I

saying there's still a chance for

in on that? I shook my head quickly. "I didn't

someone else's uncertain sincerity was still too daunting. That step would

it

into the air and spun me around twice. His joy was barely contained, although

to admit it. I heard you loud and clear, Ariana. You