Laurence would handle the boys’ accommodation behind the scenes.

If Laurence were seen with the Johnsons, Manny would know that he was the guy they had been searching for.

Laurence wanted to keep the Longbottoms guessing. Unable to wipe out the threat, the Longbottoms could only watch as Laurence rose to power in Havenmill.

Longtail Group dabbled in every business venture Longbottom Corporation was involved in, making both companies direct competitors. While a partnership was an option, La