A Bumpy Road to Power

As the sound of footsteps drew closer.

The silhouette of Arlo Yarbrough appeared first.

Then, a horrifying and bizarre scene unfolded.

Iris Baldwin, dressed in professional attire, walked gracefully through the conference room door, then smiled warmly at everyone, saying, "Hello, leaders."

Some people even wanted to rub their eyes with their hands.

What is going on?

They couldn't believe their eyes.

Over there, Jabez Shaw was preparing to forcibly apprehend Iris Baldwin.

And here Iris Baldwin was right in The County Committee building, appearing so vibrantly.

If you have to say it was a slap in the face.

This slap was exceptionally loud on Jabez Shaw's face.

Not only did everyone have this feeling.

Jabez Shaw did too.

He was briefly stunned.

Not having time to speak.

Dirk Carter shook hands with Iris Baldwin and said, "Comrade Iris Baldwin, the organization has decided for you to assume the position of Party Secretary of Northgate Town. The burden on your shoulders will be heavier, so you need to perform well."

"Thank you, leaders, for your training and promotion. I, Iris Baldwin, will not disappoint the expectations of the leaders,"

Iris Baldwin also replied with a cheerful smile.

What does this count as?

Provocation?

Jabez Shaw immediately flew into a rage.

Yet he still tried to appear very calm.

He said, "Comrade Iris Baldwin, you're here just at the right time. The Public Security Bureau is looking for you. There are things we need to talk to you about."

Dallon Lewis raised his neck.

He said, "Iris Baldwin, you are suspected of intentional injury, please come with us now, men, take her down!"

Upon the command.

Logically, the police brought should have handcuffed her.

But after this sentence was shouted, none of the police on the scene moved.

Dallon Lewis waited a few seconds.

He thought those below hadn't heard clearly.

He shouted, "Why are you all standing there stunned, execute the order!"

The fully armed police still did not move a single person.

Another surprising and horrifying scene.

What's going on? Things aren't right.

Dallon Lewis became a bit anxious and rebuked, "Move, what are you doing!"

But the result was still the same.

The police stood there standing, but did not move.

As everyone was puzzled.

Dirk Carter smiled slightly.

He said, "Alright, everyone has worked hard, dismiss."

"Yes!"

All the police present seemed to receive an order.

They all stood at attention, saluted Dirk Carter, then formed a line and left the conference room.

The police outside were the same.

They quickly evacuated the corridor.

As we know.

Dallon Lewis has always followed orders from Jabez Shaw.

And Dallon Lewis's control over the Public Security Bureau is exceptionally strong.

That's also why Jabez Shaw held Dallon Lewis as his backup plan.

Unexpectedly, as the Public Security Bureau chief, he couldn't command his own subordinates, but Dirk Carter's words worked instead.

Shock.

Still shock.

Some people on the scene were so stunned by the reversal they scarcely dared to breathe.

Dallon Lewis and Jabez Shaw locked eyes.

Their gazes were filled with astonishment.

As if their breathing stopped in an instant.

"Why are you all standing? Sit, everyone sit down!"

Dirk Carter broke the silence.

He waved to everyone to sit down.

Jabez Shaw no longer had the face to stay.

He said, "Dirk Carter, don't be smug, I don't know what you're up to behind the scenes, but remember, this is not over between us."

After saying this.

He intended to leave the conference room.

Just at that moment.

Dirk Carter's smile disappeared.

He asked coldly, "Did I announce the adjournment?"

Jabez Shaw, though defeated, was not afraid of Dirk Carter, and walked toward the door regardless.

Arlo Yarbrough happened to be at the door.

He directly blocked him.

"Dirk Carter, what do you mean?"

Jabez Shaw asked.

Dirk Carter smiled slightly and said, "County Mayor Shaw, you're wrong now. First you were late, and now you want to leave early. This behavior is unreasonable."

"I need to go to the bathroom, is that not allowed?"

Jabez Shaw loudly retorted.

Dirk Carter's pen tapped lightly on the table.

He said solemnly, "Before I announce the adjournment, no one is allowed to leave this room, not even if you need the bathroom, even if you have a heart attack, you must die here for me."

That sentence was extremely assertive.

The conference room instantly became silent.

Surely Jabez Shaw wouldn't physically confront Arlo Yarbrough.

Having reached this point, dignity was no longer a priority, he turned and returned to his seat, crossed his arms, and coldly said, "Then hurry up with the meeting."

It seemed.

This was a small retreat.

But for Helios County, it was of great significance.

It also signified the end of Jabez Shaw's era in Helios County.

Starting now, it officially ushered in the era of Dirk Carter in power.

At that very moment.

In everyone's hearts, a subtle shift occurred.

"The position of Party Secretary of Northgate Town is decided, next is the appointment of the town mayor. I propose that Comrade Quentin Bates from the Political and Legal Affairs Commission office be appointed as the mayor of Northgate Town. Does anyone have any objections?"

Dirk Carter asked.

Regarding the name Quentin Bates.

Everyone was still a bit surprised.

But they just looked at each other, and nobody dared to speak.

Jabez Shaw hesitated.

Just as he was about to voice his opposition.

But the words reached his mouth and were forcibly held back.

The current situation was one-sided.

Even if he said he disagreed, it would still be forcibly passed.

Rather than asking for trouble.

He might as well remain silent.

Seeing no objections.

Dirk Carter smiled.

He said, "It seems everyone's opinion aligns with mine. The appointment matter will be entrusted to you and the organization department, Minister Dempsey."

"Alright Secretary General Carter."

Arsenio Dempsey nodded and said.

To Dirk Carter.

This victory brought little actual benefits.

But it was highly significant.

He used an unprecedented meeting to suppress Jabez Shaw's arrogance.

And boosted the confidence of his supporters.

Simultaneously, initiated a new era in Helios County.

"Meeting adjourned."

Dirk Carter said lightly.

No one dared to leave first.

Only when Dirk Carter got up and left.

Did everyone quietly file out of the conference room.

In the past, after every meeting.

Jabez Shaw was always surrounded by a large group of people.

But today was entirely different, even those loyal followers seemed to deliberately maintain a distance from him.

Suppressing explosive anger as he returned to the office, Dallon Lewis followed him in.

Before he could speak.

A folder was thrown at his face.

Fortunately, Dallon Lewis reacted quickly.

Otherwise, he would definitely have been hurt today.

"What's going on? What's wrong with you? Damn, have you also been bought off by Dirk Carter?"

Jabez Shaw vented all his anger on Dallon Lewis.

Dallon Lewis looked aggrieved.

He said, "County Mayor Shaw, injustice, I have never had any private contact with Dirk Carter, I don't know why the people below just wouldn't listen…"

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