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Chapter 857

Author: Cozy Season
Andrew said, "In the past, maybe not, but now it's hard to say."

Erica furrowed her brow. "Is it because of Juan?"

Juan's previous actions at the party suggested that he had allied himself with Drake.

Randy grumbled, "Juan is a huge problem. Can't we take him down together?"

"It's not that simple," Andrew replied. "The Nichols family has been thriving since Juan took over. Even our ancestors had to avoid their sharp edge, and Juan's abilities are better than his predecessors."

Erica frowned. "But why would he ally with Drake? Everyone knows about Drake's shady business, while the Nichols family's businesses are all legitimate. Is Juan trying to ruin his family?"

Andrew explained, "Well, legitimacy might be the key here. Juan needs Drake's help with his gray business. He can't rely on Marion for that."

He glanced at Debra and continued, "Moreover, Juan has his reasons for doing this. The alliance between the McKinney Group and the five families has threatened Juan's position as t
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