An armed man spent the afternoon inside Lush Leaf, a cannabis shop in Port Laveau. Witnesses said he interviewed the owner, a woman who also works at a local clinic. The man took notes while she discussed suppliers and inventory.

The Ledger learned the visit coincides with a Sheriff's Office audit of business arrangements. Sources say the audit links to a ledger with non-standard entries. The Syndicate's outreach arm, led by Bapteme and Red Magdalene, has begun contacting operators who claim independence.

A department spokesperson said every business in Port Laveau operates under the same understanding.