Man With Super Medical Skill (Matthew) novel Chapter 3558

At the dock of Ore Island, Matthew and Corey stood side by side.

"Your development strategy is solid. You should continue down that path. As for new recruits… for now, base your selection on what we can realistically handle," Matthew said, laying out the next steps for Corey.

He trusted Corey's ability to get things done. His only concern was whether Corey could maintain the right direction as things progressed.

"Don't worry, Mr. Larden," Corey said with a nod. "I'll handle everything with the Viper Crew."

Still, a hint of worry lingered in Corey's eyes as he looked at Matthew.

To him, Blackshore Island was utter chaos, and with the Viper Crew still in its early stages, they couldn't provide Matthew with any real support. That left Corey feeling a little frustrated—and helpless.

Matthew gave him a reassuring pat on the shoulder. "No need to feel discouraged. You haven't had enough time to grow yet. But I trust your capabilities, and that's exactly why I've felt confident leaving the Viper Crew in your hands."

Corey nodded quietly, silently making a promise to himself. I can't let Mr. Larden down.

Just then, the Viper Crew's vessel pulled up to the dock.

"I'm heading out," Matthew said.

"Take care, Mr. Larden." Corey watched Matthew's upright figure as he boarded, his voice low but firm.

"Matteo!"

A sudden, feminine voice rang out from the distance.

Orla came running toward them, dressed in a flowing violet robe. She reached the dock just as Matthew was about to board.

"Be careful!" she called out loudly. "You have to come back safe!"

Matthew's lips curved into a rare smile as he took in Orla's flushed, breathless face.

"Alright. When I get back, I'll take you and your brother out for dinner. But you two are paying," he said, half-joking, a rare note of lightness in his voice.

Without waiting for a reply, he boarded the modestly sized vessel.

The broker's eyes held a flicker of nervousness, but he forced a neutral expression. "I only passed along a couple of lines. That's hardly leaking."

"Anything about Blackshore Island breaks District 1's rules," the black-clad man snapped. "And you were once a scout for District 1. Don't tell me you didn't know that."

His voice was ice, and as he raised his hand, the others around him drew crossbows in perfect synchronicity.

The info broker, who had been sitting until now, went pale when he saw the weapons.

"You're from the Hundred Blades Division! This was only a third-tier breach! Why are you here?!"

The leader didn't answer. He simply dropped his hand.

Thwip!

Dozens of bolts launched at once.