Man With Super Medical Skill (Matthew)

Inside the Lopez Mining Group headquarters...

Angus wore a beaming smile.

"Haha, it's incredible how much influence and prestige you've gained, Matteo. As your friend, I'll surely bask in some of your glory when I'm out and about!" Angus' words earned an exaggerated eye roll from Catia, who stood nearby.

"He's now the leader of the Viper Crew, and even the Governor holds him in high regard."

"You should watch how you interact with him. You can't act the way you used to."

"Ms. Catia, I was only gone for a moment," a familiar voice teased.

"And here you are gossiping about me about my back?"

Matthew's laugh came from the doorway as he pushed open the newly installed door.

Catia, startled by Matthew's sudden return, flushed red.

She hurried toward the inner room, stammering an excuse.

"I-I'll go make you something to eat!"

Watching her flustered retreat, Matthew and Angus exchanged amused glances.

"Haha! Matteo, your timing is impeccable," Angus said with a hearty laugh.

"Call it fate. I arrived just in time to hear Ms. Catia talking about me behind my back."

Matthew chuckled and joined Angus in conversation.

When it came to those close to him, Matthew never put on a stern face.

These were his connections in the West Montiria Islands.

When the time came to overhaul and develop Larch Island, he would surely need the expertise of a mining tycoon like Angus.

"By the way, Matteo, what did the Governor want with you?"

Angus suddenly wore a mischievous smile, leaning closer to Matthew with a conspiratorial look.

His look practically screamed, "Tell me! I swear I won't breathe a word!"

After all, it wasn't every day that a beauty like the Governor invited someone to her home.

Matthew shook his head slightly.

"I'm not sure myself. This was my first meeting with her."

Angus' eyes widened in surprise as he began recounting a story with great enthusiasm.

"Matteo, don't let the Governor's

stunning looks fool you. Her

schemes are as ruthless as they come. Years ago, when the previous Governor-her father-passed away, the entire Ore Island descended into chaos. The Island Watch, the Vipèr Crew, the construction markets, and other factions all began to stir and act recklessly. The old Governor had a son and a daughter, but rumors spread at the time that his son had already died while away from the island. With only a daughter left and no clear heir, the island fell into disarray. Every faction fought tooth and nail to seize control of Ore Island."

After a brief pause, he added, "Then, just as things were spiraling out of control, the supposedly deceased son of the Governor appeared, and he had an incredibly strong following. In a few days, he seized control of the Island Watch. Within weeks, he brought the Viper Crew under control, silencing theiro reckless behavior. Even the construction markets returned to their former calm as soon as he took over the Island Watch. The Governor's son was ruthless, showing no mercy to his enemies. Not a single person who crossed him survived. Using these brutal tactics, he quickly regained control of the entire island."

He continued, "But at the Governor's inheritance ceremony, the truth was revealed. He cast off his disguise, revealing a stunning face that captivated everyone-it was the old Governor's daughter, Orla Lew. She had been pretending to be her supposedly dead brother all along, swiftly stabilizing the chaotic situation. By the time people realized what had happened, it was too late. Orla's power had grown so immense that no one dared to challenge her. Everyone had no choice but to return to their previous way of life."

Matthew nodded slightly as he listened to Angus' recount.

What could that woman want with me?

"Dinner's ready!"