Matthew exuded a deadly presence after hearing Zane's threatening words. Suddenly, the surrounding temperature on the hot beach seemed to have dropped drastically.
Zane shuddered in instinctual fear. It felt like a ferocious beast had set its eyes on him.
Out of the blue, someone called from a distance, "Hey, what a surprise to see you here."
Matthew found the voice familiar and looked over. Was that Alex Miller?
The last time Matthew saw Alex was at Opulent Club, where Marty had dragged Alex away.
Matthew didn't expect to run into Alex here. But he wasn't close to him in the least, so he just took a glance and then proceeded to ignore Alex.
Having seen Alex, Zane quickly stood up—disregarding Matthew. He enthusiastically greeted, "You're a busy man, Mr. Miller. I can't believe I ran into you here. It's an honor."
While Zane was talking, he extended his hand for a handshake.
Alex asked absentmindedly, "What are you doing here, Zane?"
Zane casually offered a cigarette to Alex. "We're sorting out an issue, Mr. Miller. Some idiot got on the wrong side of my men in Brotherhood. I was about to deal with him. If it bothers you, I'll take him somewhere else."
Zane liked to show off in front of his men. But in Alex's presence, he was deferential.
The Brotherhood gang had been around for a decade, but its foundation was shallow compared to the long-standing Miller family. The group was hardly worth mentioning in a Miller's presence.
Alex knitted his brows together. "Who are you dealing with?"
Zane pointed at Matthew. "That fool—"
Before Zane could finish speaking, Alex slapped him hard. "Who the hell are you calling a fool?"
Shocked, Zane held his stinging cheek and retorted, "You've got it wrong, Mr. Miller. I was referring to the guy over there. I wouldn't dare disrespect you, even if I had nine lives."
As Zane spoke, he pointed his finger at Matthew again.
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