Chapter 229

Frederick's expression darkened at Nelson's words. He hadn't expected the man who'd tried to harass June to confront him instead of the other way around.

His eyes narrowed as he addressed Nelson. "You have the audacity to show your face in front of me, huh?"

Nelson recalled Frederick's intimidating glare and impressive fighting prowess and instinctively recoiled.

However, he quickly regained his composure, realizing they were on the Monroe family's cruise ship. Surely, Frederick wouldn't dare cause a scene in such a public setting.

With his confidence bolstered, Nelson puffed out his chest and retorted, "Did I strike a nerve? You used to leech off Priscilla, and after she dumped you, you somehow managed to latch onto these two beauties. Now you're here, posing as some important figure. If I were you, I'd have slunk away in shame long ago."

Nelson's aim was clear. He wanted to drive Frederick away and expose him as a freeloader, hoping this would appease Sirius. But Frederick had