A Whirlwind Marriage with the Beautiful CEO

Chapter 2229 The Battle Behind the Votes

Under Ansel’s firm command, the uproar in the hall gradually died down.

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The representatives returned to their seats one by one, though tension still lingered in the air.

Teddy sat down, too, but his eyes sparkled with satisfaction as everything began to fall into place.

He and Mackenzie both knew their base support–each had roughly 230 votes locked in. The remaining 50 moderate votes would decide the winner.

Yet after the earlier spectacle, Teddy had managed to shift public perception just enough. By turning the room against Mackenzie, he had made her look just as ruthless as him.

In a close race like this, even the slightest edge could tip the balance in his favor.

Unlike modern elections, this process remained rooted in tradition. There were no electronic ballots or digital records; handwritten votes were counted on the spot.

Each representative received two cards upon arrival. One displayed their name and title, which was placed in front of their seat, while the other was used to cast their vote.

It was an antiquated system, outdated yet still upheld for the sake of “tradition.”

Before voting could start, formal procedures needed to be followed–lengthy, monotonous, and advantageous to the incumbent.

As the current chairman of the Chamber of Commerce, Teddy was required to give a speech outlining his achievements over the past three years.

This wasn’t just protocol–it was another opportunity for him to reinforce his influence and sway the undecided voters.

Meanwhile, Beatrix and the others anxiously followed the official live broadcast outside the venue.

“Why does it feel like everything is working against Mackenzie?” Beatrix muttered, her unease growing.

the

Anthony, coupled with the poisoning from the previous night, had already diminished their numbers. Several West

now wore

understood the stakes.

wasn’t just about the Chamber of Commerce–it would reshape Chanaea’s

needing clarity. “Magnus, how much does this election actually affect

glasses, his expression unreadable.

to be on the same side as you. That’s why I’m hoping

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she

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destabilize Teddy’s hold on power, shifting momentum to Ethan. while weakening Catherine’s support. Ethan already has the upper hand in the presidential race, but Mackenzie’s victory would all but guarantee his win. Of course, the final decision will still be made next

she

realize they can’t win fairly if Mackenzie wins. That’s when they’ll be forced to take drastic measures. When that happens, the final showdown

if Mackenzie wins today, it officially

entire landscape changes. Some of Ethan’s allies might waver,

the Chapman Family really turn against Emmanuel?”

Family didn’t become the wealthiest by making reckless bets. Business and politics go hand in hand. If they back the losing side, they risk

let Veronica handle things, keeping their real position hidden. If Mackenzie fails today, just wait–the true decision–makers in the Chapman

sighed, realizing Magnus wasn’t just guessing–he was laying out the

other three already fully

chuckled. “Let’s start with

analysis,

Despite Teddy’s current power, their foundation is the weakest among the Four Great Aristocratic Families of Zovince.”

of the Chamber of Commerce, the entire Tanner Family will be in danger. The influence he’s built and

another possibility. If Teddy’s back is against the wall, he may align with

different. Unlike the Tanners, they don’t rely on political influence–they rely

As in Yorick Dotson?”