Chapter: 1351

“Do I have to answer just because you want to know?"

“Yes." Jonathan's tone was uncharacteristically commanding, demanding a response.

Feeling cornered, Bethany paused, then responded reluctantly, “I can't trust you."

“I don't need your trust. Can you stay with me?"

Bethany frowned. "Jonathan, you have more than most can dream of! But being with me, you'll lose so much! You might even be seen as a disgrace by your family!"