A Bumpy Road to Power

Channing Langdon hesitated for a moment, immediately not reacting.

Dirk Carter asked, "Didn't Secretary Langdon say he took a sick leave?"

"Yes, yes, I had a cold a few days ago, but I'm much better now, much better."

With Dirk Carter's reminder, Channing Langdon suddenly realized.

"Secretary Langdon, although work is hard, your health is still the most important. If you're still not fully recovered, it's okay to rest for a few more days, after all, health is the capital of our revolution."

"Thank you, Secretary General Carter, for your concern. My health is fine now."

Channing Langdon was clearly feeling guilty.

His eyes kept dodging when answering this question.

Time shouldn't be wasted on these useless topics.

Channing Langdon cleared his throat and said, "Secretary General Carter, I'll be straight with you. I've come here for the selection of the top ten cadres, and essentially, I'm here to recommend myself to you."

After he said this.

Channing Langdon stared seriously at Dirk Carter.

Wanting to see his reaction.

But Dirk Carter smiled lightly, pretending to ponder.

He said, "Secretary Langdon, drink some tea, drink tea, otherwise it won't taste good when it's cold."

Channing Langdon was a bit confused, but still took a small sip.

Dirk Carter put down the cup in his hand.

He let out a long breath and said, "Secretary Langdon, since you're straightforward, I'll be straight too. The province is paying a lot of attention to the selection this time and has given our city two spots. But as you know, the city has quite a few cadres at both deputy section and section levels. I've just come here not long ago, so I don't have much say in these two spots, so..."

These words sounded ambiguous.

Channing Langdon was a bit puzzled.

Dirk Carter looked at his confused state.

He sighed.

Said, "I'll be more direct, these two spots were actually decided last night."

"Decided? Who?"

Channing Langdon sat up straight and asked.

"Well, how do I put it, Vice Secretary Lewis has been in this position for quite some time. Look at his hard work rather than achievements, he should take one spot. Erastus Hamilton is about to retire, we have to take care of the veteran comrades somewhat, so allocating a spot to Erastus Hamilton isn't unreasonable, right."

Dirk Carter stammered and said this.

Channing Langdon was startled.

Asked, "Who decided this? Vice Secretary Lewis?"

Dirk Carter didn't answer.

Said, "Secretary Langdon, actually, you really shouldn't have fallen ill these days. You neither took leave nor reported, this makes it absenteeism, lacking even basic work attitude, so how could you be selected?"

While describing the whole matter.

Dirk Carter constantly displayed an extremely troubled expression.

The kind of feeling of wanting to speak but stopping.

Channing Langdon wasn't a fool.

Adding the previous statement from Dirk Carter about "no say."

He grasped some of the subtleties.

These two spots were already internally decided by Sidney Lewis.

Upon hearing this.

He stood up abruptly.

"Secretary Langdon, where are you going?"

Dirk Carter asked.

Channing Langdon showed a furious expression.

Said, "I'm going to find Vice Secretary Lewis, I want to ask why I don't qualify for this spot?"

"Secretary Langdon, let me tell you, how can you be so naive? If you go find him, would he admit it? He'll just shift the blame onto me. I have an idea, listen to see if it's useful."

"Secretary General Carter, please go ahead..."

Dirk Carter beckoned him over.

Channing Langdon leaned towards Dirk Carter.

After Dirk Carter whispered to him.

Channing Langdon paused and said, "Secretary General Carter, thank you, truly thank you, let's discuss further at the meeting."

After saying this.

Channing Langdon hurriedly left.

At this moment.

In Sidney Lewis's office, a scene of interaction between a boss and a female subordinate was unfolding.

This female subordinate was named Wendy Walsh, the Deputy Director of "Silverwood City Municipal Commission for Discipline Inspection Propaganda and Education Base", she's 33 years old.

Wendy had decent looks, a voluptuous figure.

Considered curvaceous.

Today, she was looking for Sidney Lewis, ostensibly to report work, but in reality, she's aiming for the position of "Education Base" Director.

She wanted to schedule a meal with Sidney Lewis several times before.

Unfortunately, Sidney Lewis didn't give her face.

So, Wendy decided to go all in today.

Specially bought a smaller-sized business outfit.

There's an inelegant saying circulated in Silverwood City's official circles: "Want the leader to smile, wear a smaller size."

Sure enough.

The effect the outfit gave, immediately made Sidney Lewis feel something.

The tightly fitting shirt outlined the two protrusions in front.

Giving a strong visual impact.

Especially her full hips, under the wrap of the smaller-size skirt, fully showcased the rounded and perk beauty, Sidney Lewis couldn't move his eyes after a glance.

Of course, this wasn't the big move yet.

The true big move was after Wendy sat down, and slightly parted her legs.

As Sidney Lewis glanced over.

A delightful scene emerged before him.

Wendy specifically wore a thong today.

The triangular piece of fabric covered the most private area, the intention of partially revealing was most enticing.

Although holding a document.

Sidney Lewis couldn't move his eyes away.

"Leader, let me explain some parts to you."

Seeing Sidney Lewis had already taken the bait.

Wendy decided to push further.

She stood up.

Voluntarily sat next to Sidney Lewis.

A waft of charming perfume started rushing into Sidney Lewis's nostrils.

With Wendy leaning close.

The two protrusions at her chest rubbed against his arm, quietly igniting a deep-seated flame.

In the political circle.

Such situations are far from rare.

Sidney Lewis certainly understood her intentions.

Putting down the document in his hand.

One hand landed directly on Wendy's smooth thigh, saying, "Comrade Wendy, you've done a good job with the work at the Education Base, commendable."

Wendy was overjoyed.

Pressed closer to Sidney Lewis, coyly said, "Well, isn't it thanks to the leader's excellent guidance."

"Hahaha, such smooth talk, how come I never noticed you're so capable before."

Murmuring as he spoke.

The hand didn't stop.

Slowly exploring under Wendy's skirt.

Seeing it reach the thigh root.

Fingers already felt warmth.

Wendy deliberately moaned softly, collapsed onto Sidney Lewis.

Finally.

Fingers touched the edge of the marshland.

Just as he was about to move the fabric aside, explore further.

Knock knock knock.

A series of urgent knocks echoed.

Like an electric shock.

Wendy quickly sat up straighter.

Returned to the sofa opposite.

This time, she crossed her legs.

Sidney Lewis's face showed a hint of regret.

Called out, "Who is it? Come in!"

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