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.

a condition. The bidding from the first half will be nullified, and there should be no starting

"That's..." Nelson hesitated.

satisfactory price," Nicholas said, emphasizing

words. Why should

a better option?" Nicholas

other down for a full ten seconds before Nelson reluctantly signaled his secretary to push

voice catching in my throat

me with a strength that seemed to say he wanted

did you

at your phone. Why didn't you tell me

just because I didn't want to

mind, wouldn't they? Forcing a light-hearted tone, I looked up

at me, frowning

The second half is starting," I said, turning to