A Life Debt Repaid novel (John and Cordy) novel Chapter 1474

"I'm sorry, Mrs. Saunders," Quinn replied, avoiding Lindsay's question. "I may be upset too since what happened in the past couple days can get on anyone's nerves. I'll do my best to show restraint after this—I'm getting changed now. I'll talk to Ryan."

As Quinn left, Lindsay wheeled on Marvin, who sighed. "She's right—everyone's upset after what happened, but we can't take it out on others because of that. It's unfair to anyone."

"I'm just—"

"You're the one who told me how much Sam changed, and said we should make it up to him after owing him so much, so why are you so upset with him now? He stayed here alone keeping watch the entire night without sleep, and he needs it no matter what happens. How else would he be able to take over while we rest?! Don't forget that we're too old to stay up for too long."

Lindsay remained indignant. "Then why would Sam tell Ryan about the amputation?! The doctor had orders to keep Ryan in the dark, and even if we neglected Sam, it's unbelievable why he would do something like that!"

"You're wrong about that too. Did you really think Sam would do that?" Marvin shot back. "I've made personal inquiries among the executives about Sam's management, and they all agreed that he's understanding and knows what he's doing. There was no negligence under his leadership."

"That's why I'm upset. I thought he's better than this—"

"Did it cross your mind that Ryan guessed it himself?" Marvin cut her short.

While Lindsay appeared stunned, Marvin continued, "You know how smart Ryan can be. Did you think he wouldn't know just because Sam kept quiet?! And it's Ryan's own body—he can feel it better than anyone. Sam just happened to be in the room, and thus the misunderstanding."