Mistaken Match: Marrying the Enigmatic CEO by Ruby Fennimore

Love at the Wrong Table

Chapter 2263 A Game of Many Sides!

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“I understand that completely.” Gautier nodded before hesitating. “But I do have some concerns…”

“What concerns?” Mike asked sharply. “Are you afraid Catherine won’t use you once she becomes president?”

“No, of course not!” Gautier denied it outright, though that was precisely what worried him.

He had no relationship with Catherine–they had never even spoken. Once she won the presidency, there was no telling if she would still acknowledge him. But with Mike pressing him, he couldn’t admit to such a

fear.

“What is it you’re worried about then?” Mike narrowed his eyes, his tone growing more forceful.

“To be honest, Mr. Connaught, we’ve already made arrangements with Mayor Zelinsky.” Gautier lowered his voice. “In two days, we’re holding the Grand Hunt. Once Emmanuel Lowe is eliminated, Ethan Hunt will undoubtedly be the next assassination target.

“But we’re still unclear about Mason Morgan’s stance, as well as the Holy Trinity’s next move. If Ethan dies, they might retaliate against Ms. Zelinsky, and we can’t be certain she’ll successfully secure the presidency.”

“Hahaha…” Mike suddenly burst into laughter, his booming voice filling the courtyard.

Gautier was baffled but remained silent, watching him closely.

After a long moment, Mike finally lowered his head, saying, “That’s exactly why I came to see you today.”

“Really?” Gautier’s eyes brightened with anticipation. “Please, Mr. Connaught, tell me.”

but he had never been able to determine whether Mason and the Holy Trinity were allies

Trinity has already started their operation,” Mike answered with a cold scoff. “I originally returned to inform Mr. Tanner of the external developments and discuss our next move. But who would’ve thought he’d end up falling into an ambush… Now, I can only discuss this with

feigning a look of deep

has made a deal with Kasango,” Mike continued, “encouraging them to create tension and low–intensity conflicts at the border.

desire a strong leader who can sweep away these nuisances. If Hunt dies and they

out a cold chuckle. “A well–laid

Trinity never intended to win the election through conventional means. Their real strategy has always been deception and subterfuge.” Mike smirked darkly. “But they failed to realize that there’s always a bigger predator lurking in the shadows We still have a trump card

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and now more than ever, he felt that Teddy’s death

and Mayor Zelinsky never mentioned it to you?” Mike suddenly asked, his gaze turning

Gautier’s spine. He could tell–Mike sull didn’t fully trust

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was sharper than most. Piecing together what Mike had just said, he quickly made an educated guess. Steeling himself, responded, “They have, but I wasn’t sure if I had the full picture. You must be referring to the grand plan that my master and

he had

surprise. “So, Mr. Tanner truly considered you his disciple. He even told

let out a regretful sigh. “My master died such an unjust death. There

now,” Mike waved a hand dismissively, fully dropping his guard around Gautier. He spoke candidly, “Nearly thirty years ago when Mr. Tanner and Mayor Zelinsky were still young up–and–comers like yourself,

Summerton family–once Mayor Zelinsky gained dominance over political policies, Mr. Tanner would take charge of finances and logistics. In secret, the Summertons would build a

spine at the revelation, though he held his tongue, allowing Mike to continue

there have been disagreements and even conflicts among the three factions,” Mike went on. “But in the end, everyone understands the bigger picture. When the decisive moment comes, they will all unite behind Catherine Zelinsky’s presidency, and only

suppress his curiosity. “Mr. Connaught, are you saying that if the public sentiment in the election doesn’t shift in our favor in the next

but no matter how much influence they wield outside of Chanaea, they can never

every method at our disposal. That is the essence of true power! And it guarantees our victory! Once we take control of Congress, we can immediately issue orders to the Northern Region and Tocvale’s armies, commanding