Chapter 2622 The Quarrel Before the Cruise

Overwhelmed by the warm invitation of the Stubber father and son, Matthew eventually agreed to have dinner with them.

"Matthew, you don't sound like a local here," Isambard asked during the meal, trying to make conversation. Matthew simply evaded the question. "Indeed, I'm not a local. I've come from out of town. I heard that Concordia has good medicinal herbs, and I'm a physician, so I came to collect some herbs."

"I see. Well, Matthew, let me raise a toast to you. Thank you for your help; my son's life was saved because of you," Isambard expressed his gratitude sincerely, raising his glass as he stood up. Naturally, Matthew had to stand up as well and return the gesture.

After this brief interaction, an unusual feeling emerged in Matthew. He couldn't shake off the impression that Isambard was a bit too formal and not as straightforward as his son, Warrick.

After some casual conversation, Isambard returned to the topic. "Matthew," he began, "I've noticed your remarkable skills. I have a somewhat delicate request."

ask, Old Mr. Stubber. If there's any way

recent trouble caused by the Perryvall Family, it's become quite a mess. On our way here, we've been contacted by the Zedler Family. They hope that both sides

peacefully. I'm concerned about my granddaughter's safety during this meeting. So,

believed that Matthew would be a capable protector for his granddaughter. On the other hand, he saw this as

was to gather information, he accepted the offer, seeing it as a way to gather intelligence by getting involved with these two influential factions. "Thank you, Matthew. Here's the two million as a token of appreciation," Isambard said. "Please don't rush to refuse. My son is

life in any other way. We can only express our gratitude through this kind of gesture." With their words leaving him little room for refusal, Matthew reluctantly accepted the gold card

was getting late, and Ivy began to yawn frequently. Matthew took his leave from

her. Is it really appropriate to arrange for Matthew to protect her?"

know nothing. I have it

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