Chapter: 1896

His suggestion wasn't randomit was strategic.

He knew staying had to be Ryan's choice, not something he pushed for.

With Ryan's tendency to overthink, insisting would only create more doubts.

"You're overreacting. I just forgot where I put the antidote for a second," Ryan said, though it was clear he still didn't trust Jayson completely. "And don't worry about Bethany. I'm planning to marry her. I won't let anything happen to her."

"That's your concern, not mine. I've already done what I needed to."