Man With Super Medical Skill novel Chapter 3451

The big guy's words and the look of indignation on his face brought a hush over the crowd. Then, as if coordinated, they all took a step forward, speaking up in unison. "Show us proof that you had that much cash in your wallet, or we'll assume you're trying to scam our brother!"

Matthew stood nearby, observing their united front, a flicker of satisfaction in his eyes. At least this group still had each other's backs. When trust was in the picture, everything else would naturally fall into place.

The thin man in front of the crowd looked shaken, taken aback by the big men advancing toward him. He took an involuntary step back, a flash of fear in his eyes.

"What are you all doing?! I came here with a good heart, offering ten Dornia Emeralds per crate, and this is how you treat me? Not only am I heading to the Island Watch, but I'll be bringing this up with Chief Falkrenn of the Emberhold Syndicate. Unlike you lot, he wouldn't sweep things under the rug!"

Matthew's gaze narrowed as he watched from the edge of the crowd. So, this is what it's all about—this lost wallet business is just a ruse to stir up trouble.

"Well said! Men of the Veiled Assembly, I hate to say it, but…" A voice full of mock sympathy sounded from afar.

Matthew turned his head and spotted Casimir, dressed sharply in a tailored suit, strolling over with a dozen rough-looking men at his side. He gazed at the big men surrounding the thin guy on the dock with feigned regret. "This really looks like bullying."

Casimir's appearance brought a glimmer of hope to the thin man's eyes, though it quickly faded. Matthew caught the entire exchange, sensing the set-up. This commotion was clearly a ploy for attention.

"Chief of the Emberhold Syndicate, have you come looking for trouble, waltzing onto our dock uninvited?" A voice thick with menace rang out on the dock.

Mack casually dropped a crate to the ground, his heavy brow fixed in a fierce glare at Casimir. Though Mack wasn't known for his intellect, he knew well enough that a rival chief showing up unannounced on his turn was an open challenge, mocking him and his guild.