The eastern and northern factions were different. Unlike the more ruthless western and southern groups, they kept their activities relatively restrained—not out of weakness, but because their strength was undeniable.
They had built their own set of rules and commanded enough power to ensure that no other faction could interfere with them.
But now, with the northern faction in turmoil, the other two factions were circling like vultures, looking for an opportunity to take advantage of the chaos.
Luke was still weighing his options. Whoever emerged victorious from this power struggle would inevitably affect his own interests in the future. That's why he had ordered his subordinates to keep a close watch—before making any moves, he needed to know exactly which side was worth backing.