Chapter 190 Outrage

Meanwhile, everyone inside the City Bureau’s office was waiting eagerly to meet the new Secretary–General.

Aside from his extraordinary position, the man also bore the Keller’s name. Anyone who had been in the industry for long enough would know what this meant.

All the departments had gathered in the office. They could get this meet–and–greet started as soon as the big man arrived.

Even the boulevard that led up to the City Bureau had been swept spotless today.

Everyone peered through the windows while waiting, but they did not spot any approaching vehicles.

However, Otis Buchanan, the deputy mayor, was patient. He instead busied himself with swapping out tea bags in the thermos flask with new ones.

At last, a car approached. But it hurtled toward the City Bureau with a speed that was uncharacteristic of Lucas.

Otis was still baffled when the driver bolted out of the Peugeot. He surveyed the crowd and asked urgently, “Which of you is Mr. Buchanan?”

“I am. Is something wrong, sir?” Otis recognized him. “Are you Mr. Keller’s bodyguard?”

Bodyguard aside, the man had served in the military. He was also Lucas‘ confidante. He might not look the part, but his gait was steady and his stance was firm.

It would be unfortunate for him if he didn’t and couldn’t recognize Otis.

the crowd and

chuckling. “He told me last night that he’d be visiting a friend.

he on his way? Or is he being

“Mr. Buchanan, is anyone in the police force

unavailable today,” Otis explained, still smiling. “Is there

aloud, “Mr. Keller has been taken away by the police for

that moment, Otis‘ smile sl*pped. He stared at the driver in disbelief.

Chapter 190 Outrage

police did what?”

elaborated gravely. “. the Chamber of Commerce was

or from

body cameras. I’m worried they might resort to coercion during the

when he heard the driver’s

as saucers. They couldn’t believe the new City Bureau Secretary

justice was at work here, only outrage. Lucas was assigned to Southdale to restructure it and help it flourish.

collapse from the shock. He pressed a hand to his chest. His breath came up short as he said, “Get Jerome on

chief commissioner of the police force.

mayor. If he truly wanted to resolve this, he needed

a matter under Jerome’s purview

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