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The confidence in the mayor’s voice as he revealed each and every way he had rejected the Howlers’ many attempts to expand was invigorating for the gang leaders to hear. Nevertheless, when Ben told the gang leaders that for the next step he needed their help in stopping the Howlers’ revenue streams by doing things that he, as a public figure, was unable to do, the hesitation from their side was palpable.
“You do understand that doing that is the same as crippling Slough as a whole, don’t you?” Tony from the Lock Gang pointed out the issue they all had with the mayor’s proposal.
“Mr Lock, weren’t you the one who stated that the Howlers would win without having to do anything if things continue as they are? I admit that forcing most business to pause their operation is a drastic step, but it’s necessary, though I assure you that it’s only for a limited period of time.