Ask yourself why that is?
Is it more likely they suddenly had a change of heart or is it more likely they are doing it because there's direct competition in their market [this place]?
Let's not forget, it's easy to be extra vigilant in a honeymoon period, which the other place is in, but what will it be after it's lost the new car smell?
We know the character of many of those in charge, they can't help what comes naturally to them.
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