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!

other hand, Ryan scowled since Quinn

of Sam

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

feeling that you don't want him to succeed,"

else would Ryan insult Sam like that or

she always

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 his

eye. "Every board member was

worried Sam can't grow up! Do you think the board is right, fawning over him after measly accomplishment?! No! They're just going to spoil him,

all adults," Quinn said quietly. "Are you really unable to differentiate between what's good and what's

Ryan demanded coldly, finally

me if I told you I'm not?" Quinn smiled, seeing the clear skepticism on his