Chapter: 710

Samira, being a doctor at the Bates family's private hospital, was merely fulfilling her responsibilities by treating him; it was expected of her. At most, she might receive a bonus for her efforts.

Just as with Maddie, Francine often reminded Jonathan of how much Maddie had contributed to the Bates family. However, in his eyes, Maddie performed her duties and was compensated for it. That was her job.

“Don't overthink it. I wasn't jealous." Bethany was concerned he might think of changing doctors. "I promise!"

Jonathan was not convinced by her explanation, his expression turning a bit stern. "Not jealous?"

"No! I really wasn't! I'm actually thankful to Samira for saving you."

“Bethany, does it not bother you to see another woman around me?"

She paused, considering his question. "People have social lives, both men and women. Do you expect me to ask you, a CEO, to avoid all contact with women?"

“But I feel jealous when there are men around you."

Bethany was at a loss for words.

“Whether it's Jayson, Ryan, or someone else I don't know about, I feel jealous."

Jonathan, with his distinguished and aristocratic appearance, sounded surprisingly childish.

“Then you might as well keep me isolated, so I have no social life at all."

“I've considered that. I really do." Jonathan's eyes were earnest.

But he lacked the courage to go through with it.

They looked at each other for a long moment before Jonathan sighed.

He couldn't reveal the depth of his love all at once. He needed to show it gradually; otherwise, she would think of escaping.

Nikolas went back to his room, cursing as he changed clothes and jumped into bed.

He was done playing the role of a driver, always being nice to someone unappreciative. It was better not to bother at all.

Just as he was settling down to sleep, his phone rang at the worst possible time.

Nikolas sat up annoyed, grabbed his phone, and noticed it was Ryan calling.

“What do you want? Talk."

“What? Are you upset?" Ryan's voice was as carefree as usual, though he was faking it.

He couldn't find any information, so he was attempting to extract something from Nikolas.

"Nothing, just tired."