Everyone is trying to get closer to Lance, whether they are of the same generation or older; they all want to be nearer to Lance.
With control over the casino operations, coupled with the companies seized from the Kodak family, Lance has become one of the rule-makers in this city.
And through Lance's connections, they too will climb into the privileged class.
This is a core driving force; people gather around Lance to achieve a better future, driven by him, working for him.
If Lance is the root of this interest group, then these people are the branches spreading out, an indispensable part.
Some who continue successfully on the path of success but have gone further along will tell newcomers not to have too many people who ascend through nepotism in the company.
Uncles, aunts, brothers, sisters, various relatives shouldn't appear in the company, especially not in the management.
