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 even mean

time I think about how that little

could finish, 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

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

gazed at him, worry etched on

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

hold back when it came to Tabitha. "Without her,

and gave me a firm shake.

off guard.

still a chance

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

else's uncertain sincerity was still too

could dwell on it further, my feet

twice. His joy was barely contained, although his trembling breath gave him away when he set me down

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