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Chapter 229 - Tensions Rising
Author: Herolich
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As Zane's group was enveloped in an atmosphere of warmth and friendship, in the other pit lane, Jack’s team was quietly observing them.

One of Jack’s crew members commented, “Boss, look at that. It seems like Zane is surrounded by many beautiful women.”

“Yeah, boss, they all look like angels,” chimed in the second crew member, half-provocatively. “I bet you could get one of them too.”

Jack, irritated, smacked the second crew member on the back of his head.

“Forget one, I can get all of them,” he said with a sneer. “I have plenty of money and power. If they knew me, I’m sure they’d leave that idiot Zane in a heartbeat,” he added, laughing loudly.

The crew members exchanged glances, their expressions a mix of admiration and skepticism.

They knew Jack was wealthy and influential, but they also recognized that money and power weren’t always enough to win genuine affection.

The first crew member, trying to appease Jack, nodded quickly.

“Of course, boss. Anyone would be lucky to be with
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