His Unveiled Passion

Chapter 343

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Before becoming prime minister, Seyson Alridge had long been deeply entangled with James in a mutually exploitative relationship. His rise to power had depended entirely on James' financial and logistical support.

Seyson's term was now coming to an end.

According to the laws of Arcton, the next prime minister had to be a member of the House of Representatives. The speaker of the house would nominate the candidate, who must then be confirmed by both houses of parliament before being formally appointed by the king.

Stephen, due to his background and identity, could not directly interfere with the election. But he could lend support from behind the scenes, using others as intermediaries.

Back when Seyson ran for office, he had a formidable opponent. Her name was Ensa Mahana.

In both family background and personal capability, Ensa far outshone Seyson. In fact, she had nearly won the last election.

No one could have predicted that midway through the campaign, Seyson's popularity would skyrocket as if out of nowhere. Public support and votes surged, leaving Ensa far behind in the voter tally.

Shortly after his victory, Seyson pushed through legislation legalizing marijuana.

The biggest beneficiary of that law was none other than James, leader of Arcton's most powerful criminal syndicate.

It was then that Ensa finally realized the truth. Seyson had been working with James all along.

elected, Seyson repaid

to challenge the Jacobson family in Orkford directly

Stephen came to Arcton with a single purpose. He was there to help Ensa win

power, Ensa was upright and idealistic. She carried a sense of duty and a strong

a month ago, Xavier had already traveled to Arcton to act on Stephen's behalf

Stephen had brought a team

this point, James'

that not even a fly could escape. As soon as the election election results were confirmed and

Tessa headed back to the Yates

in the living room was playing

after dish

down the stairs, holding Seline by the hand.

nodded. She placed her bag on the

her hands in the

in time to hear the news report on

Mahana secured the majority support of

Arcton and has

the new prime