'I have a right to make that judgment': The Bachelor's Nick Viall defends decision to keep free-spirit Corinne on the show

By Dailymail.com Reporter

Published: 23:07 EST, 9 February 2017 | Updated: 23:07 EST, 9 February 2017

It seems tensions continue to run high on the latest season of The Bachelor.

Star of the show Nick Viall recently talked to People about how certain contestants' criticism of his choices was quite unwelcome.

The 36-year-old four-time contestant made it clear that he was very much in control when it comes to making decisions about himself and a future companion.

Having none of it: Nick Viall recently talked about how certain contestants' criticism of his choices was quite unwelcome

Having none of it: Nick Viall recently talked about how certain contestants' criticism of his choices was quite unwelcome

'I think a general rule of thumb is that I don't think anyone is in any position to tell someone whether they're ready for a relationship outside the two people in that relationship,' he stated.

He then clarified about which situation he was addressing: 'If I decide that I don't think it's the right fit, well, I'm part of that relationship so I have a right to make that judgment, and so does Corinne.'

His fiery words come after the now-eliminated Taylor Nolan, 23, accused Corinne Olympios, 24, of being 'emotionally immature' and unable to fully commit to a relationship during a 2-on-1 date with Nick.

The so-called 'emotional intelligence' debate apparently affected Nick quite deeply. 

Tough love? His fiery words come after the now-eliminated Taylor Nolan, 23, accused Corinne (pictured), 24, of being 'emotionally immature' and unable to fully commit to a relationship during a 2-on-1 date with Nick

Tough love? His fiery words come after the now-eliminated Taylor Nolan, 23, accused Corinne (pictured), 24, of being 'emotionally immature' and unable to fully commit to a relationship during a 2-on-1 date with Nick

During the discussion on the show, Taylor accused Corinne of lacking the required intelligence and maturity needed for successful relationship.

'I think when other people start saying: 'Well, I don't think you guys are right [for each other],' you know, that's not really [their] business,' he admitted, before adding 'it's irrelevant.'

Nick then changed pace to discuss a slightly less contentious issue: Corinne's supposed 'nanny.'

Both fans and contestants alike haven't known what to make of the existence of such a person in Corinne's life, whose name is reportedly Raquel.

Ouch! During the discussion on the show, Taylor (pictured) accused Corinne of lacking the required intelligence and maturity needed for successful relationship

Ouch! During the discussion on the show, Taylor (pictured) accused Corinne of lacking the required intelligence and maturity needed for successful relationship

'Maybe [I've met Raquel], maybe I haven't,' teased the heartthrob, 'but I think probably in fairness to both Corinne and Raquel, maybe 'nanny' is not the most accurate description of the role she plays.'

He then tried to explain Raquel's role in Corinne's life.

'From what I gathered… Raquel is someone who has worked for the family,' he revealed. 'Quite honestly, her family has been through some things and Raquel has played a very positive role. Corinne, not taking herself too seriously, has fun with the word 'nanny' and then people run wild with it.'

Wild! Corinne has been prone to taking off her top on the nationally televised dating show

Wild! Corinne has been prone to taking off her top on the nationally televised dating show

 

 

 

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