Right Person, Wrong Time

Chapter 1376 Refusing the Partnership

The confrontation between Evelyn and Ryan had stretched on for about five minutes in the villa's living room. After Evelyn finished her statement, Ryan didn't immediately offer a rebuttal. Instead, he continued to gaze at her, a silent smile playing at his lips, as if he was trying to read her like an open book.

"However, Miss Wrenn, you should be aware that Nicole and Colton are currently in the same city and very close." Ryan finally spoke, his words flowing like he was simply sharing an interesting tale.

His lips parted slightly as his upper and lower lips met in a deliberate collision. The deliberate manner of his speech allowed Evelyn to release a breath she didn't realize she had been holding.

In this silent showdown, she had emerged victorious.

"But, Miss Wrenn, have you considered this: if Colton were to bring me down, do you think he would still stay with you? Is the issue of the child's paternity something he can overlook? Or to put it another way, even if he doesn't end up with Nicole, would he continue being with you?" Ryan's words struck the core of Evelyn's heart.

Evelyn inhaled sharply, taken aback by the question she hadn't pondered before. What would happen if Colton discovered that the child wasn't his? What kind of fate would she face?

Ryan, with his gaze fixed on Evelyn, found that his words were beginning to take effect as a change in expression spread across the woman's face. He knew that with a bit more provocation, he could achieve his goal.

"As far as I know, you and Colton haven't obtained your marriage certificate yet. The law might not protect you." Ryan lightly chuckled, his demeanor seemingly carefree.

that of a devil—a malevolent force that aimed to inflict

what's your decision,

lifted her head to meet Ryan's gaze, a

though something had slipped from his grasp, something he desperately tried

wanted to control the situation but found himself

Mr. Yael, I have no interest in such a partnership," Evelyn declared without waiting for Ryan's response. She

Evelyn's departing

to her disadvantage. Why, then, did

and he couldn't comprehend how he had been rejected despite revealing the chessboard

the courteous assistance of the maid, Ryan found himself outside

stood watching Ryan's departure, her

he hadn't lied to her. His strategy was sound, and what he had said could indeed sway

Ryan didn't know. This villa was under constant surveillance by Colton. Even though Colton was currently in Florend and the living room was empty, he would still know everything that was said

the reasons Evelyn had declined the partnership. Another reason was Ryan's unreliability. For instance, after he had helped Evelyn poison Nicole, he promptly informed Colton about it despite promising to