Trouble in Paradise by Three Way

Dressed in a black coat, the hem of Nicholas' garment billowed as he took a long stride forward.

He walked toward me, his dark eyes seeming to hold an infinite power. At the moment our gazes met, a sense of calm washed over me.

Only Nicholas made me truly think of this word. He was my calm, but he was also my turmoil.

Lowering my eyes slightly, I took a deep breath to suppress my emotions. Then, I felt a strong arm wrapped around my shoulders. Nicholas asked again, "Are you done?"

His voice was cold, carrying a sharp edge that made his words seem forceful.

Nelson's expression shifted, but as someone who had weathered many storms, he maintained his composure and even managed a smile.

"Mr. Hawk, what insights do you have to share?"

Nicholas glanced at me briefly before locking eyes with Nelson again. "Whatever my wife wants, I will provide. There's no need for you to trouble yourself. If my wife wants that piece of land, I'll make sure she gets it.

will be nullified, and there should be no starting price

"That's..." Nelson hesitated.

you a satisfactory price," Nicholas said, emphasizing each word for greater

are just words. Why should

a better option?"

stared each other down for a full ten seconds

voice catching

his embrace. His arms encircled me with a strength that seemed to say he wanted to meld me into himself, conveying his deep anguish.

you find

phone. Why didn't you tell me

silent. It wasn't just because I didn't want to bother him—it was more

confide in someone? Anyone would mind, wouldn't they? Forcing a light-hearted tone, I looked up from his embrace and gave him a small smile. "It's

stared at

go back. The second half is starting," I said,