Chapter: 719

Bethany chuckled at her reaction and said, “You're practically drooling over the table."

Aimee flashed a big smile. "This place has really opened my eyes. If anyone calls me ordinary from now on, I'll just boast that I've dined with Mr. Bates!"

"Don't talk so much. Be sure to eat plenty later."

Bethany pulled out a chair for Aimee, and soon the table was filled with dishes.

Just as Aimee reached for her fork, someone suddenly pushed the ward door open.

Everyone turned to look.

“Jonathan, why didn't you tell me about this wonderful dinner?"

Nikolas then pulled out the nearest chair to Jonathan and sat down, acting as if he hadn't seen Aimee.

The mood suddenly turned a bit tense.

Without addressing Aimee, Nikolas turned to Bethany and asked, “Is Rowan your son?"

Caught off guard by his direct question, Bethany said with an uneasy smile, “Yes.”

She wasn't quite comfortable with Nikolas; their previous encounters had been rather hostile. Sitting together peacefully like this felt quite odd.

"Rowan is so clever!" Nikolas' face brightened at the mention of Rowan. "He's got Jonathan's good looks and brains. What's more, he's a lot more fun than Jonathan. Rowan doesn't keep a straight face all the time like his dad."

Jonathan just frowned and gave him a look.

Bethany was aware that Rowan's personality did indeed resemble Nikolas’.

“Rowan has been fascinated with computers from a very young age," she said.

"He's so intelligent and adorable!" Nikolas exclaimed. "Bethany, I wish I had a son like him too. Could you have one for me?"

Before Bethany could reply, Jonathan scowled and shot a fierce glare at him. "Are you asking for trouble?"

Nikolas realized his comment was out of line.

"No, no, no. I meant, maybe you and Jonathan could have another kid, and then give me Rowan. He really likes me, and we have such fun together!"

Bethany turned to see Aimee, who continued eating steadily, seemingly accustomed to Nikolas' outrageous comments.

“If you want a son, why not have one yourself?" Jonathan dismissed Nikolas’ suggestion bluntly.

Nikolas pursed his lips. "Me? I'm never getting married! Who would I have a child with?"

Without missing a beat, Aimee said, "It looks like there are plenty of women who would be willing to have a child with you."