Trouble in Paradise

moment of it from the sidelines.

I'd gladly pick up the tab for this meal, so I excused myself to the restroom. I had just swiped my card at the front desk when Nicholas caught up with me, grabbing my wrist and pulling me to a quiet corner. I was feeling upbeat, so I asked calmly, "What's the matter, Mr. Hawk?"Property belongs to Nôvel(D)r/ama.Org.

Nicholas' tense voice betrayed his unease. "Do you honestly believe asking for Silas' help will miraculously fix your mess? Ariana, who do you think will act faster-me sending you to jail, or him defending you?"