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Chapter 173 Such a Coincidence...
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It was another night at the controversial nightclub, Red Light. The dancers moved lazily, barely putting effort into their performance, knowing they would still be "complimented" by the drunken, eager customers.

Among the crowd, James entered, not caring about getting caught or drawing attention.

From James's point of view, Adrian sat, completely spellbound watching the dancers on stage.

James approached, snapping him out of his trance.

"I'm here!" James announced, sitting down.

Adrian glanced up, greeting him with a smile. "Hey, James! I took the liberty of ordering you a drink. The bartender will make it now that he's seen you sit down."

"Thanks," James responded sourly. "I have to tell you what happened today, the biggest scam Mark Ferro pulled on me."

Adrian leaned forward, intrigued. "I'm all ears."

A scantily clad waitress served drinks to Adrian and James.

James had just finished condensing the story.

Adrian, stunned, tried to make sense of it. "Let me get this straight: a brok
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