A Bumpy Road to Power

This office is the largest Dirk Carter has ever seen. He doesn't know the total area, but he estimates it's at least not less than three hundred square meters.

Logically speaking, such a large office should be filled with furniture or office facilities.

In fact, it's not.

In the middle of the empty room, there is a not-so-large desk with only a computer on it, about the same size as what he usually uses.

In front of the desk, there's a set of sofas that look quite ordinary.

Other than that.

There's nothing else.

A woman sits on the sofa; because the distance is far, it's not very clear. Only from her figure and long hair can it be judged that she's a woman.

"Secretary General Carter is here, please sit."

Indeed, it's a woman.

The voice echoed in the empty room.

Dirk Carter's leather shoes hit the floor, seemingly producing a crisp echo.

Slowly approaching.

The woman's face appeared in front of him.

Looking from the side, this is a breathtakingly beautiful face.

It's no exaggeration to say that even if Dorothy Zechariah stood in front of her, she would be somewhat inferior.

The woman appears to be at least over thirty years old.

Her long wavy hair is gathered on the left side, making her look intellectual and graceful.

Her upper body is dressed in a very textured shirt.

The lower body is a long skirt that almost reaches the ankles.

Along with a pair of high heels.

Although it seems simple, it's very pleasing.

And you can tell by the naked eye that these clothes are very expensive.

"Why doesn't Secretary General Carter sit down? Is it that you don't believe I'm the owner of The Empyrean Palace, or are you interested in this office?"

The woman looked up and smiled while asking.

At that moment, looking at the woman's face, Dirk Carter was slightly dazed.

The love of beauty is universal.

But this face is truly flawless, rarely seen in the world.

Any single feature taken apart is invincible, let alone assembled together still so perfect.

Those top entertainment stars, seeing her, would probably feel ashamed.

For Dirk Carter, who has seen countless women.

At that moment, he was somewhat moved.

"Both."

He steadied his somewhat flustered mind and said.

The woman smiled faintly.

She pointed her finger opposite her.

As soon as Dirk Carter sat down.

The woman assumed a leisurely posture, appearing carefree, and said, "My name is Claire Kane."

Claire Kane?

The name sounds good.

But it still feels unfamiliar.

Dirk Carter searched his mind.

It seems that he's never heard anyone mention this name.

"No need for Secretary General Carter to reminisce, you've never heard my name. Of course, this is my real name, I'm not deceiving you."

As if she could read his thoughts.

Claire Kane said with a smile.

Then.

She said leisurely, "I founded The Empyrean Palace by myself. As for the curiosity about this office, I can only tell you that I like big spaces, and I also like silence. It allows me to calm down and think."

"Thinking about the future of The Empyrean Palace?"

Dirk Carter asked.

Claire Kane smiled faintly.

Again, breathtakingly beautiful.

And said, "Also thinking about the future of Secretary General Carter."

"Oh? Seems like you know me quite well."

Dirk Carter said.

Claire Kane didn't deny it, changed the subject, and asked, "Sheryl Schultz is very beautiful, has a great figure; generally, men can't resist, especially after you've spent such a large fortune. Why not touch her?"

"Don't want to touch, naturally I won't touch. Didn't you also predict I wouldn't touch?"

Since the woman has acted deep.

In this aspect, Dirk Carter isn't lacking either.

Claire Kane shook her head, saying, "I don't have the ability to foresee the future. I just let you make the choice. If you didn't touch, you could see me. If you did, perhaps we'll be strangers for life."

Dirk Carter laughed.

And said, "Running such a place like The Empyrean Palace but expecting men to be Emilia Hale. Miss Kane, don't you think it's contradictory?"

Claire Kane laughed.

And said, "I've heard Secretary General Carter is quick-witted; indeed. Alright, no need for us to probe each other's backgrounds. I've already got yours. Do you want to know mine?"

"Then it depends on what Miss Kane has brought me here for. If it's just to get acquainted, then we've already met. If it's to cooperate with me, naturally, you should tell me your background; it's fair trade."

Dirk Carter said.

Claire Kane was startled.

Asked, "How do you know I want to cooperate with you?"

"The guests of The Empyrean Palace are either wealthy or noble. Even if I spent eight million today, it wouldn't be a big deal in Miss Kane's eyes. Since I've appeared here, surely there's something to discuss."

"You're very smart."

"Perhaps a bit inferior to Miss Kane."

Dirk Carter said.

Who doesn't like being praised?

And especially by someone you think is smart.

Claire Kane's smile deepened.

But looking at Dirk Carter, her gaze suddenly became profound.

She sighed deeply.

Asked, "Has Secretary General Carter heard of the Ronan Kane case?"

Originally, Dirk Carter was slumping on the sofa.

The whole person was relaxed.

However, when "Ronan Kane case" slipped into his ears.

Dirk Carter shuddered.

Suddenly looked at Claire Kane.

Asked, "What is your relationship with Ronan Kane?"

"My question was really unnecessary. Secretary General Carter, being in the officialdom, has naturally heard of the Ronan Kane case. After all, it was so sensational at the time, right?"

Dirk Carter nodded.

And said, "I don't fear Miss Kane's ridicule. When I was studying, I wanted to be a person like Secretary Ronan at that time. It's just that fate has a way of making pranks, and things turned out unexpectedly later."

"My father never made a mistake. The reason he chose to plead guilty later was entirely because he was forced."

Claire Kane's words made Dirk Carter spring up.

Asked, "You're Secretary Ronan's daughter? I remember... I remember the news at that time said... said Secretary Ronan's daughter fled abroad... how... how are you here?"

Claire Kane nodded slightly.

And said, "I never fled abroad. I just left Argentum and came here. I've been hiding for ten years."

Buzz!

Like being struck by lightning.

Dirk Carter was shocked, his mouth wide open, almost unable to close.

Why was it different from what was said in the news.

Could it be something was amiss in Ronan Kane's case?

Impossible!

How could it be!

You have to know Ronan Kane was one of the legitimate leaders back then.

Who has the power to falsely accuse him?

Speaking of which.

Have to talk about Ronan Kane as a person.

Before stepping down, Ronan Kane was the highest-level Discipline Inspection Secretary.

Of course, he was also one of the members of the standing committee of the administrative bureau at the time.

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