Chapter: 462

"Go on."

"Jonathan is also in Brokdon. I think he's there because of Bethany. He won't admit it, though."

Ryan abruptly stood up. “He's in Brokdon!"

"Yes! Ever since he divorced Bethany, he's often gone to Brokdon. I've gotten used to it, but this time it's different. Ryan, as your friend, I have to warn you. Don't waste your time on Bethany. That woman is so entangled in Jonathan's life all these years. It's best not to fall for her!"

Ryan wanted to confess to Nikolas that it was already too late.

He had already fallen in love with Bethany.

"Yes, I'm aware. Could you find out from Jonathan why he's in Brokdon, and if it's because of Bethany?" Ryan asked.

"Isn't it obvious?" Nikolas responded, his tone reflecting a mix of frustration and clarity. "Bates Group hasn't launched any recent projects in Brokdon. Even if there were projects, none would necessitate the president's personal visit."

“They've divorced, and Jonathan is going to marry someone else, isn't he?" The news of his wedding was well-known in business circles.

Ryan had assumed Jonathan had moved on.

Divorces happen because things aren't working. Now Bethany claimed she was married and had a child, and Jonathan announced his wedding.

Ryan truly couldn't imagine that they might still be involved.

He didn't expect Jonathan to travel to Brokdon for Bethany's sake.

And Jonathan was aware of the incident involving Bethany being forced to drink, suggesting he still kept tabs on her, either directly or through someone close to her.

If it was the latter, then it might only be a matter of time before Jonathan discovered Bethany's daughter.

Ryan did not dare to think further.

Now that Bethany was supposedly married and Jonathan still looked out for her, what would happen if he learned that the child was his?

"He just announced it, but none of us have seen the bride," Nikolas said cautiously, fear of getting trouble if he said something wrong about Jonathan's private life.

"Maybe his wedding is fake news?"

"I can't confirm that! He doesn't share everything with me, especially when it comes to matters concerning Bethany."

Jonathan thought of him as Maddie's accomplice, so he was not privy to much.

“Then... when you left Westsilver last time, did you mention anything to him? About Bethany having a child?"

"No. Didn't you tell me? It would only upset him. It's not his child, and knowing would just bring him pain. But seeing how he's still not letting go, I'm considering telling him. Let him see how happy Bethany is without him," Nikolas said, his voice tinged with frustration.

His good friend never moved on, but Bethany did. Not only did she remarry, but she also had a child.