Chapter 7280

"After all, it's better to clear up any major misunderstandings beforehand than to cause a scene during the party itself, right?" Alexei offered the explanation cautiously. "By the way, where is Ms. Mandy? Events like these are great for networking and getting to know the influential and the wealthy. This is a perfect opportunity for her." Harvey calmly said, "She's never had much to do with Grand City. Her business has little overlap with the underworld. I didn't want her to get dragged into this, so I sent her away." Alexei paused briefly before nodding. "That's for the best. Right, did Dan and his cohort just let it go after you took over Platinum Casino? They didn't try to pull you into some scheme?" Harvey coolly said, "They've gone after Lanny, but not me. But I doubt it will end there. Everything will start again once the Hierophant's party is over. Of course, they might even make their moves during the party itself." Harvey shrugged unconcern at that. While Grand City looks peaceful now, it has become the eye of the storm. While he was just a passerby, he wouldn't hesitate to use the authority of the Martial Arts Alliance. "Careful," Alexei said worryingly. "I won't worry if it's someone else. But this is Dan. He always thinks he's destined to become the mayor. Your presence alone is already disruptive to his plans. That's why he won't simply let you go, and the only question is what method he'll use. "Don't forget, his current strategist is Gaius. He may look like some pretty boy, but he's always been quite vicious. They might already be planning to strike right now." Before Alexei could finish, Harvey suddenly narrowed his eyes and used his hand to press on the gearshift. The slow-moving Range Rover came to a sudden halt. At the same time, a G-Class Mercedes veered in from the side and slammed into the Range Rover from the front. There was a loud crash, and more cars approached from all directions, blocking their escape routes. Alexei's gaze sharpened as he sensed something. "You fool! Look at how you're driving! Don't you know I'm driving here? Ever heard of moving out of the way?" A man and a woman jumped out of the leading Mercedes, and even more people came out of the other cars. Harvey narrowed his eyes, and there was a slight surprise on his lips. Juliana and Hawk? Both of them had bandaged arms, and they looked quite pitiful. However, their faces glowed with smug confidence. Harvey rolled down the window and asked, "Can I help you?" "Of course! And it's something serious, too!" Juliana said, her expression one of smugness. "I got a tip saying that our stolen Staff of Jekuthiel is right in this car!"