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Love at the Wrong Table

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?”

from a second–tier business background–how did you

funding you? There must be a powerful team backing you,

your immediate plans? Can you give us

were relentless, some

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Had she been with only Lexi, they would have been

brief opening, she gave Lexi a subtle

her voice so the reporters could hear. She announced firmly, “Ms. Quillen will not be taking any questions before the election. If she is

expected

words sent a clear

rippling through the crowd as they

made her way

eyes locked onto a

one of the buildings.

Gautier.

eyes

ducked out of sight.

usual

likely planted some controlled media here, waiting for her to make a

obvious ploy, but his mere

Mackenzie’s arrival,

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

confident are you in securing

thrived over the past three years.

competitors? Particularly the chairman of the Nuthana Chamber of

the grilling Mackenzie had received, Teddy was met with

sidelines, Frederick and Shane shared knowing glances, quickly identifying

neutral voters, just going by what

media on Teddy’s behalf. “Everyone, please understand–my master, Mr. Tanner, is mourning the tragic loss of Mr. Lestrange and will not

was

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

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was a quiet yet deliberate move–signaling that supporting

the game,

if he were

his fists. “They’re flipping the entire narrative! We’re going to look like the

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

“Their manipulation won’t work forever. Mackenzie will win–I know

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