A Life Debt Repaid

Chapter 1400

Quinn stared at Ryan quietly, suspicion lurking just beneath her eyes.

She had always trusted Ryan ever since they were children, convinced that he was more mature than their peers, smarter, and more protective of her.

Now, however, she suddenly started wondering if she had misunderstood something about him.

In fact, she thought his behavior at the moment was so childish she had no idea where to start.

She certainly had no idea how Ryan could say something so easily, especially when he obviously knew that she and Sam were married. She had also repeatedly told him that she was doing fine with Sam at the moment too, and that there was no way she would rekindle her relationship with Ryan.

Moreover, Ryan also obviously knew that as Saunderia's acting board chairman, Sam's decisions would decide Saunderia's development. He especially needed Quinn's help since he was under huge pressure.

And yet, Ryan brazenly spouted such thoughtless words and appeared so selfish!

hand, Ryan scowled since Quinn stayed silent." What, is

work, Ryan?" Quinn asked bluntly. "Or perhaps you think so lowly of Sam that you're dead sure he can't

I'm here to work." Ryan snorted. "Why else would I apply for leave, put aside my important research work, and come here?! And yes, I do think lowly of Sam. I'm sure he's not going to do well—if anything, he'll get full of himself and throw his weight around if he accomplishes anything at all. Saunderia will not survive his

somehow get this feeling that you don't

that or be so

she always gave her very best

or something?! Why wouldn't I want him to succeed? I couldn't ask for more if he can keep Saunderia afloat, what with Dad being sick and a successor being needed. I can't share

him in the eye. "Every board member was praising and encouraging him. You did not do that at all and kept doubting him

board is right, fawning over him after measly accomplishment?! No! They're just going

said quietly. "Are you really unable to differentiate

doubting me, Quinn?!" Ryan demanded coldly, finally losing

not?" Quinn smiled, seeing the clear skepticism on his face. "By how you're treating