The Duncan Manor stood tall and imposing. Paxton, holding the latest intelligence, approached the door of the study. Once granted permission, he cautiously pushed open the door. "Boss, there's some information regarding the Swanns. Would you like to take a look?" In the past, Paxton would have handled such matters himself without reporting to anyone. But things were different now; she was the head of the Swanns, and she would be Branden's wife. That was to say, the Swanns were now considered part of the Duncans' interests, so it was natural to report such matters to Branden. Branden glanced over, frowning slightly. "Grelin Group?" Paxton bowed and responded, "Boss, the Grelin Group is backed by the Coopers from Loxton, who are the in-laws of Mr. Facer." Noble families loved powerful alliances, and Jada's mother also came from a prestigious background, with her family's influence matching that of the Facers. Otherwise, Jada wouldn't have gained Conor's favor and affection.
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