A Whirlwind Marriage with the Beautiful CEO

Chapter 2227 The Election Unfolds

No matter the hidden agendas.

No matter the brewing tension in Zovince.

The sun still rose, and the world moved forward.

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One of the most pivotal events in recent history came with it–the triennial election for the Chamber of Commerce presidency.

By early morning, the area surrounding the Chamber of Commerce building was swarming with people.

Journalists crowded the entrance, cameras flashing as they recorded every moment. Some were even live- streaming, their feeds flooded with comments from viewers eager to witness history unfold.

Everyone knew–this election wasn’t just about the Chamber of Commerce. It was a critical turning point that could sway the presidential race’s outcome.

Due to the high stakes and recent unre

in Zovince, Emmanuel did not publicly accompany Mackenzie to the event. Meanwhile, Quintus remained detained and was awaiting investigation.

Mackenzie arrived with Lexi beside her, flanked by her two elite bodyguards, Anna and Solana.

Though they weren’t as well–known as Rhett or Quintus, their skills were unmatched by most in Chanaea. Against common threats, they were practically untouchable.

Terence and Beatrix were also in attendance, though they entered through a different passage because they were not candidates.

Excitement buzzed through the crowd as eager eyes searched for key figures.

“Look! The stunning chairman of the Nuthana Chamber of Commerce is here!”

At once, the press surged forward, cameras flashing like wildfire.

Anna and Solana immediately stepped in, forming a protective barrier around Mackenzie as reporters shouted over one another.

Their questions came fast and sharp.

“Ms. Quillen, is it true that you’re challenging Mr. Tanner for the presidency?”

“What makes you think you can win? Mr. Tanner has held this position for nine years!”

“As a woman, do you truly believe you have the strength to lead?”

“You came from a second–tier business background–how did you climb this high so quickly?”

“Who’s funding you? There must be a powerful team backing you, right?”

win, what are your immediate plans? Can

questions were relentless, some

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remained composed. Had she been with only

gave Lexi a subtle

could hear. She announced firmly, “Ms. Quillen will not be taking any questions before the

expected

a clear mes

bait, excitement rippling through the crowd as they hurried to draft headlines.

her way inside, instinctively scanned the

eyes locked onto a shadow

of the buildings.

Gautier.

moment their eyes met, he

of

tricks again… Mackenzie

didn’t need to guess–he had likely planted some controlled media here, waiting for her

ploy, but his mere presence left a sour taste in her

long after Mackenzie’s arrival,

group of reporters that had bombarded Mackenzie now turned their attention to him—but the shift in tone was

are you

your leadership, the Chamber of Commerce has thrived over the past three years. If re–elected, do

the chairman of the Nuthana Chamber of Commerce, Mackenzie Quillen?”

Mackenzie had received, Teddy was met with admiration and

Shane shared knowing glances, quickly

this is how they’re spinning it… If we are neutral voters, just going by what we’re seeing, we’ll probably end up siding with

on Teddy’s behalf. “Everyone, please understand–my master,

smooth

a standard statement. Yet, for those paying

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It was a quiet yet deliberate move–signaling that supporting Teddy also meant recognizing

the game, journalists stepped

even whispered condolences to Teddy as if he were

Shane clenched his fists. “They’re flipping the entire narrative! We’re going to

lie were repeated enough times, it wouldn’t just be believed. It would

tightened her jaw. She spoke firmly, “Their manipulation won’t work forever. Mackenzie will win–I know it.”

them, Claudette and the others wore the same grim

silently praying. Mackenzie, you have to succeed… Everything we fought for in West