A Whirlwind Marriage with the Beautiful CEO

Chapter 2232 The Comeback Begins

The entire nation was glued to the screen.

It wasn’t just Mackenzie’s allies keeping a close eye on the election–power players like Ezra, Mason, and Catherine were watching just as intently.

They all understood that this vote would shape Chanaea’s future, and once the final count was in, they would need to adjust their strategies accordingly.

Despite Teddy’s commanding lead early on, no one was rushing to declare him the winner just yet.

Watching alone, Gautier clenched his jaw. His mind raced, already calculating his next move in case Teddy

lost.

Teddy leaned toward Mackenzie, his voice laced with false humility. “Ms. Quillen, congratulations! Two votes–just like my past competitors. You’re quite remarkable.”

He didn’t need to say the rest–Mackenzie knew precisely what he meant. Every “remarkable” competitor before she had vanished–and he was implying that she would be next.

Teddy was always careful with his words, never saying anything outright incriminating. His threats were always buried beneath charm and diplomacy.

Mackenzie didn’t flinch. Instead, she met his gaze with a smile. “I appreciate the compliment, Mr. Tanner. Soon, you’ll see–I’m not like them.”

Teddy’s eyes darkened for the briefest moment before his usual smirk returned. “I look forward to it, Ms. Quillen. I’m eager to see what makes you different.”

She didn’t bother responding. The real battle wasn’t in words–it was in the votes.

Then, it began.

“Nuthana’s representative, Ronnie Silverbane, votes for Mackenzie Quillen!”

“West End’s representative, Pippa Dinan, votes for Mackenzie Quillen!”

“Arendelle’s representative, Lorcan MacSanly, votes for Mackenzie Quillen!”

One after another, the tide turned.

Mackenzie’s two votes had skyrocketed to 29 in just a few minutes, nearly closing the gap with Teddy’s 31.

For the first time, Teddy looked unsettled.

The expected votes from Nuthana and West End weren’t what bothered him–those were predictable.

The problem was that the neutral delegate from Arendelle voted for Mackenzie.

One neutral vote could be dismissed as an anomaly.

Two in a row? That was a shift.

moderates leaning toward Mackenzie was dangerous. If this continued,

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Tanner–oh, I mean, Mr. Tanner, the score is tied. Looks like you might finally get

hold

war–where the winner would take everything, and the loser would be erased.

mask cracked, just for a

something far colder. “Don’t celebrate too soon, Ms.

in his act

at risk, the real Teddy was

smirked, perfectly

already knew how

flipped! Teddy must have gone too far with him. After years of being compelled

Disgust has triumphed

manipulating the

allows the results to unfold naturally while discreetly steering

few votes Teddy’s way–sufficient to maintain

Smart move.

votes, Mackenzie had

she was pulling ahead where it mattered most.

watching anymore.

took notice–and they didn’t

why are most of the recent votes from Nuthana and West End?!”

This isn’t random

the usual disruption strategy–loud accusations meant to plant doubt and

with the voting order? Where was this energy when the first 30 votes all came

and West End delegates, some of whom had already noticed

lackeys weren’t done

why we’re questioning it! Doesn’t seem fair at

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remained composed, his voice firm and steady. “The voting order is randomized.

sharp and unyielding. “This is a formal election. Conduct yourselves accordingly. Anyone causing a disturbance

fell silent for a

Projecting his voice across the hall, he spoke, “As chairman of the Chamber of Commerce, I have to agree

paused. Then came the real message. “That’s why I encourage everyone to take their time. Think carefully before casting your vote. Make sure you don’t

was clear.