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"I'll get straight to the point since you seem like a man who's straightforward. The Bergs family is interested in collaborating with you. In exchange, we would use our influence to dismiss the rumours and ensure you take your place back in the industry."
Calhner Bergs extended the Bergs family's offer to Lucas.
Lucas didn't answer right away, as his mind was elsewhere.
'The Bergs family seems like the most likely suspect for the role of the mastermind.'
Lucas had done some digging on the top four families after the Exceptional Basis Examination at the EVL branch headquarters, and he also did so again some days ago, to understand his potential opponents.