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Chapter 478

Author: Cozy Season
After having dinner at the Blair family's house, Juan left and got into his car.

Joe said, "Marion has booked the place."

"Then let's go," Juan replied, his eyes gleaming with a cold determination.

He had been wanting to have a serious talk with Marion, and tonight seemed like the perfect opportunity.

The car pulled up to the nightclub. Marion had rented out the entire place.

The manager, recognizing Juan, immediately approached him with a fawning smile and led him to the most luxurious private room at the back.

The hallway was lined with Marion's men, their presence a clear display of power.

Joe muttered, "What does Marion want? Is he trying to show off?"

Juan remained silent. For years, Seamar City had been his territory, but with Caleb's retirement and Marion's rise, the dynamics had shifted.

The city was now a formidable three-way standoff between Juan, Marion, and the elusive Tracy, who never appeared in public.

In the private room, Marion sat on the couch, a defiant sm
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