Everyone exchanged glances, all with teasing smiles.

Sophia knew Matthew well - he was like a bomb that could go off at any moment.

Just as she was about to calm him down, the young man at the bow spoke up: "Hey bro, sorry about that. Our friend who just started the boat earlier is kind of clumsy. Didn't mean to ruin your mood."

His voice was deep yet had a youthful clarity. Sophia was struck by it, and when she looked up, she could finally see his face ...