The Williams sat together for dinner, awaiting Eric and Sylvia's return.

As they ate, Brook revealed, "After I called Tiger last night, he sent someone to keep an eye on Ivan."

This revelation took Queenie aback. It seemed to her that Tiger held a significant position in the underworld. She sensed a strong unity not only among the Williams but also among other families and underworld figures in Salt City.

Queenie had observed Irvin visiting the Williams multiple times, establishing a close bond with Eric.

Brook continued. "Today, a few individuals from King City sought out Ivan. We suspect them to be the reinforcements he summoned. Queenie, do you know which family in King City has the closest ties to the Oberdeens?"

Typically, prominent families maintained their own social circles.

"It's the Moores," Queenie replied. "The Moores, a second-tier family in King City, have the closest connection to them. Their son is mentally disabled. Lately, my family had been urging me to marry h