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

which were eight villas, was no small number. Although Horizon Heights was not the most luxurious community in Riveria,

apartment cost over 200 thousand dollars,

ten properties there would easily amount to tens

Stephen snickered and continued, "I suspect there's something hidden there that cannot see the light of

not live in them, what else would someone do with over

as they found money stashed in there, whether 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 against Ethan. After that, who

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

assurance. "Don't worry. I've

are empty, except for the few

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cars often pull up with people carrying several suitcases Inside, but

be

and no one was living there, it could only mean one thing:

Time is of the essence. Gather

make arrangements right away. The failed operation that morning had been a huge embarrassment for lin, and he needed to redeem himself

him to bring along those who had spoken up for Ethan earlier. It was a perfect opportunity to let these people know exactly what kind of person they were defending. They