The Guardian's Return by Old Pumpkin

Chapter 24

If Ethan were to vie for George's position as governor, that would be

unacceptable

Luckily, George had discovered Ethan's intentions quickly and acted even faster. He had nipped Ethan's aspirations in the bud!

"I've really underestimatell him. Who would have thought he had such a strong ability to win people over?"

George sat on the sofa and took a sip of his coffee, which calmed him down a little.

"What does Ethan Rivers have to do with Riveria's success? It's all thanks to my wise leadership. Without me, Riveria would have fallen into chaos."

Not long after, Stephen returned, bringing some important news he had uncovered.

"I've made some big discoveries," he told George. "I found out that Ethan owns more than ten properties in Horizon Heights, among which are eight villas."

George perked up

Horizon Heights was not the most luxurious community in Riveria, it was by no means bad

200 thousand dollars, and a

there would easily amount to

also found out that he's hardly ever stayed there. He's always had others manage them." Stephen snickered and continued, "I suspect there's

money hidden in there?" Stephen nodded. If not live in them, what else would someone do with over ten properties? The obvious answer

embezzled or obtained through legitimate channels, they could claim it was Ethan's ill-gotten gains. That way, they could solidify the charges of embezzlement and bribery

repeat of that last time when the properties turned out to be for the families of

assurance. "Don't worry. I've confirmed it

are empty, except for the few people

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cars often pull up with people carrying several

be filled with

was living there, it could only mean one thing:

the essence. Gather

morning had been a

to let these people know exactly what kind of person