"The Salazar family's stuff ain't sorted yet, so what's the point in you going to her?"
Jeremy's words successfully stopped Steven in his tracks. Steven turned around and said, "The relationship between the Salazars and the Dixons is a real spiderweb. It’s not just about money but about our families and all that jazz. If I make a move against the Salazars, it's like cutting off the Dixon Group's lifeline. So, the big shots in the Dixon Group are blocking me from taking action against the Salazars, and the folks in our family are against it too. So for now, the Salazars are a real pain in the neck."
Jeremy asked, "Need a hand?"
Steven replied, "Jeremy, don't underestimate me. I may be at a dead end with the Salazars now, but that doesn't mean I won't be able to do something in the future. I'm gearing up, and soon enough, I'll make the Salazars, especially Daniela, regret their actions and pay the price."
Jeremy said, "In the business world, there are no permanent friends or enemies. If your chips are enticing enough, someone will come knocking."
Steven got Jeremy's drift. "Don't worry. I won't be stingy when it comes to this."d2
Lucas stepped forward and patted Steven on the shoulder. "If you need our help, just give us a shout."
Steven said, "Got it. I'm off to chase Hannah, so I might not have time to hang out with you guys for a while. Once I get her back, I'll treat you all to a meal." With that, he walked away.
Lucas turned to Jeremy. "Jeremy, is your family heading back to Riverton?"
Jeremy replied, "Yeah. We've packed our stuff, and will hit the road after lunch."
Lucas said, "There's something I want to discuss with you."
Jeremy said, "Shoot."
Lucas thought for a moment, and then said, "Zavier has been harping to me that Skyler is still alive and that you've hidden her. Tell me the truth today, is there any truth to it?"
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