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?”

are your immediate plans? Can you give us

some

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and Anna kept the press at bay, so she remained composed. Had she been with only Lexi, they would have been completely overwhelmed by

gave Lexi a subtle

forward, raising her voice so the reporters could hear. She announced firmly, “Ms. Quillen will not be taking any questions

expected

a clear

excitement rippling through the crowd as they

she made her way inside,

locked onto a shadow ne

of the buildings.

Gautier.

eyes met, he quick

of

his usual tricks

controlled media here, waiting for her to make a

but his mere presence left a sour taste in her mouth.

long after Mackenzie’s arrival, Teddy’s motorcade pulled

same group of reporters that had bombarded Mackenzie now turned their attention

Tanner, how confident are you in

Chamber of Commerce has thrived over the past three

you view your competitors? Particularly the chairman of the Nuthana Chamber

grilling Mackenzie had received, Teddy was

the sidelines, Frederick and Shane shared knowing glances, quickly identifying the tactic

just going by what we’re seeing, we’ll probably

moment, Gautier re–emerged and stepped forward to address the media on Teddy’s behalf. “Everyone, please understand–my master, Mr. Tanner, is mourning the tragic loss of Mr. Lestrange and will not be

delivery was smooth and intentional.

sounded like a standard statement. Yet, for those paying close

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yet deliberate move–signaling that

sync with the game, journalists stepped aside.

to Teddy as if he were some

act unfold, Shane clenched his fists. “They’re flipping the entire narrative! We’re going to look like the bad

knew all too well–perception was everything. If a lie were repeated enough times, it wouldn’t

She spoke firmly, “Their manipulation won’t

them, Claudette and the others wore the same

to succeed… Everything