Man With Super Medical Skill (Matthew) novel Chapter 3543

At that moment, inside the Governor's Keep on Ore Island, Orla had just finished reviewing a stack of documents when she noticed Toliver entering with a hint of urgency in his step.

"What's the matter, Toliver? Why are you in such a rush?"

Toliver's expression was heavy as he addressed her. "Mr. Dallinger has arrived, Governor—with a stranger. And that man claims to be your… fiance."

Orla's fair complexion shifted slightly as she quickly glanced toward Toliver. "Has Matteo returned yet?"

Toliver shook his head. "Mr. Larden hasn't made contact since he left for Larch Island. According to our correspondence with Larch Island's Governor's Keep, it seems that Mr. Larden left on some business."

Orla's brows knitted together briefly before she composed herself. "Stall them for a bit. I need to change my clothes."

"Yes, Governor." Toliver acknowledged and strode out of the room while Orla headed toward her inner chambers. The best approach now was to create the illusion that she was already married.

"Please hold, gentlemen. The Governor is resting inside. Please wait here." Toliver stood firmly in front of Brennan, the warden of the Island Watch, and the unfamiliar man beside him.

Brennan looked at Toliver and raised his voice. "This man is the Governor's fiance—and future husband. Since when does a husband need permission to see his wife?"

The man beside Brennan, his face composed and friendly, spoke up with a gentle smile. "Mr. Dallinger, there's no need to be so forceful. Since Orla is resting, we can wait a little while."

Toliver remained silent, standing like a wall before them, unmoving and unyielding.

The stranger's gaze flicked toward Brennan with a hint of concern as he addressed Toliver. "Sir, Mr. Dallinger is advanced in age. I don't mind standing outside, but could we at least move to the guest hall so he can rest?"