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.

The bidding from the first half will be nullified, and there should be no starting price set. Whatever my wife desires, I'll win

"That's..." Nelson hesitated.

price," Nicholas said, emphasizing

are just words. Why should I

a better option?"

other down for a full ten seconds before Nelson

all along?" I asked, my voice catching in

late," he said, pulling me tightly into his embrace. His arms encircled me with a strength that seemed to say he wanted to meld me into himself, conveying

did you find

didn't you tell me when you were

It wasn't just because I didn't want to bother

someone? Anyone would mind, wouldn't they? Forcing a light-hearted tone, I looked up from his embrace

at me, frowning

is starting," I said,