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... id something about improving social welfare and whatnot, but that was nothing but an empty promise.

With such a vague goal, there was much room for the government officials to do whatever they wanted with the increased tax money.

However, the Banfield Family had just experienced a massive purge, and the officials working at the government office were worried about Liams purpose in raising the tax.

As for why this was the case

Hes definitely trying to test us!

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