The Rise of a Master: It Starts With Rejection

Chapter 435

+25 BOHUS

Yvonne, who had followed them in, was just as baffled. Normally, Nala wouldn't care about such matters. Whether there were new suitors or someone chose to withdraw from the competition, it was all insignificant to her. But this time, she had come in person to question it, which was surprising.

Ryan was equally shocked. Nala's actions seemed beneath her stature, as if implying that he, a mere suitor, were important to her.

"Why are you interested in knowing my reason?" he asked.

George looked on with curiosity. This was unprecedented.

"Why? Is it wrong to be interested? Just tell me if you're willing to," Nala replied.

Frowning slightly, Ryan spoke up, "There's no real reason. I'm tired, and there are plenty of people better than me. My odds were always low, so stepping aside is only natural."

He didn't dare mention Felix's identity as the student of the revered medical doctor. Only a fool would miss out on that kind of detail.

From the gleam in Nala's eyes, it was clear that she did not believe him.

because of

Nala herself had

ties with

Ryan weighed the situation and

and left without another word. It seemed she had

answer.

Yvonne mustered the courage to

my care. I came here only to

interesting man, and he was truthful just now. His withdrawal was for two reasons. One, he knew his chances were slim, and two,

1/2

$20 BONUS

Chapter 4:19.

highly?

at the orphanage and even mentioned finding a renowned doctor to see if Felix could be

had hoped Felix would find a way to start anew, but it seems I was too

Silas couldn't help, there was only a slim hope that Ryan might find