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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.

Finished

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?”

a second–tier business background–how

There must be a powerful team backing

what are your immediate plans? Can you give us

questions were relentless, some blunt,

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so she remained composed. Had she been with only Lexi, they would

a brief opening, she

voice so the reporters could hear. She announced firmly, “Ms. Quillen will not be taking any questions before the election. If she is elected, she will hold a press conference afterward

fully expected

words sent a clear

bait, excitement rippling through the crowd as they hurried to

she made her way inside, instinctively

locked onto a shadow

one of the buildings.

Gautier.

moment their eyes met,

ducked out of sight.

usual tricks again…

didn’t need to guess–he had likely planted some controlled media here, waiting for her

obvious ploy, but his mere presence

after Mackenzie’s arrival, Teddy’s motorcade pulled

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

Tanner, how confident are you in securing another

the past three years. If re–elected, do

chairman of

had received, Teddy was met with admiration

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

just going by what we’re seeing, we’ll probably end up siding with

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 taking

delivery was

Yet,

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a quiet yet deliberate move–signaling

with the game, journalists stepped

as if he were some noble leader

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

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

firmly, “Their manipulation won’t work forever.

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