A Bumpy Road to Power

Monday.

Early morning.

Dirk Carter walked into the Municipal Government Compound as usual.

People coming and going to work seemed oblivious to any abnormalities.

This indicates that the news of Terrence Hall's sudden death hadn't spread yet.

Not surprising.

Neither Jamal Palmer nor Norman Ross likely wanted to be involved in the matter.

This doesn't mean that the bomb won't explode.

It just needs a fuse.

Indeed.

Just as he walked into the office, the Municipal Committee's office called; around ten-thirty this morning, the newly appointed governor, Rasco Shaw, will visit Veridia City for research.

Upon hearing this message, Dirk Carter was not surprised at all.

Instead, he felt a bit relieved.

The confusing question was suddenly clear.

Rasco Shaw is the fuse for this bomb.

Behind Terrence Hall's death, it was indeed Rasco Shaw; only Rasco Shaw would dare to do something like this.

Since the news came suddenly,

the Municipal Committee Compound became busy.

Dirk Carter currently has no better countermeasures and can only take it one step at a time.

Knock knock knock.

The sound of knocking on the door echoed.

Dirk Carter responded, and Domhnall West, the deputy secretary-general of the Municipal Government, came in: "Mayor Carter, there's someone named Elbert Rivers looking for you outside; he said you asked him to come today."

Elbert Rivers?

Dirk Carter suddenly remembered.

He's the intern at the Alba Spire Precinct.

He had Gwendolyn Lewis notify him to come and report.

For a moment, he felt a bit regretful.

If Terrence Hall's matter hadn't occurred, he indeed could have kept this young man by his side; now the situation has become clear, after today, being the deputy mayor might no longer exist.

Bringing him over might actually harm him.

"Let him in."

Dirk Carter said.

Domhnall West was about to turn around.

Dirk Carter suddenly thought of something.

He asked, "What about Secretary Lewis? Why haven't I seen her today?"

"Oh, Secretary Lewis took a leave."

"Leave? For what reason?"

Dirk Carter asked.

Domhnall West frowned and said, "It seems she twisted her foot and needs to go to the hospital."

Twisted foot?

Didn't she check yesterday? There was nothing wrong.

Could the bones be fine, but the muscle tissue still hurt?

Dirk Carter thought, it might be better that she's not here; when Rasco Shaw makes things difficult later, he would take all the responsibility, sparing Gwendolyn Lewis from trouble.

About two minutes later.

Elbert Rivers knocked and came in.

"Hello, Mayor Carter."

Elbert Rivers greeted politely.

Dirk Carter quickly stood up, intending to invite Elbert Rivers to sit, his mind still calculating how to explain things to Elbert Rivers when Elbert said: "Mayor Carter, I came to tell you, I currently don't want to transfer to the Municipal Government."

"Oh? Why?"

Dirk Carter didn't expect Elbert Rivers to speak first.

Elbert scratched his head, looking hesitant.

Dirk Carter smiled, "It's okay, say what's on your mind."

Elbert Rivers nodded.

He said, "Mayor Carter, I've heard about what happened at Alba Spire, Terrence Hall's death is mysterious, so I want to stay at Alba Precinct to investigate this matter."

This answer slightly surprised Dirk Carter.

"What's the situation at Alba Spire now?"

Dirk Carter asked.

Elbert Rivers said, "Instructor Fred Carter and the on-duty police officer that night have been taken away by the inspection team; Terrence Hall's body has been handed over to the criminal police for examination; the results aren't out yet, but it's pretty much confirmed as suicide."

"And what do you think about this matter?"

Dirk Carter asked.

Elbert Rivers shook his head, "I don't know yet, but I'm sure it has nothing to do with Mayor Carter, so I want to stay, since I'm at the precinct, many investigations are more convenient."

That night.

Elbert Rivers obviously knows about Dirk Carter's visit to Alba Spire.

Maybe he also thought this event might involve Dirk Carter, which led to his decision.

Moreover, his intent is quite clear.

He wants to find out the truth in this matter, which might truly benefit Dirk Carter.

For a moment.

Dirk Carter felt a wave of emotion.

"Braddock Yarbrough already dislikes you, if you go back, he'll make things difficult for you."

"It's okay, I'm just an intern cop anyway, if worst comes to worst, I'll just keep my head down, Mayor Carter, honestly speaking, I suspect this matter is related to Director Yarbrough."

Elbert Rivers said.

This thought coincides with Dirk Carter's suspicion.

Braddock Yarbrough offended Dirk Carter and Gwendolyn Lewis at Haha Dishes Restaurant; he should know his position is no longer secure, maybe even the police uniform will be stripped off.

At this time.

If someone uses this to threaten Braddock Yarbrough, he might indeed resort to such actions.

Additionally.

Braddock Yarbrough was the first to discover Terrence Hall's death.

Plus, as the director of Alba Spire, orchestrating a suicide is possible.

Despite such doubts.

Dirk Carter can only ponder; right now, he really has no way to handle Braddock Yarbrough.

Having Elbert Rivers manage this matter.

Is clearly the most suitable choice.

"Elbert Rivers, I'm entrusting this matter to you."

Dirk Carter said.

Elbert Rivers nodded, saluted Dirk Carter.

Then he said no more, turned, and left.

Around ten-twenty in the morning.

Dirk Carter received notification.

Rasco Shaw's convoy had exited the highway.

All leaders were required to gather at the entrance of the Municipal Committee Building.

When Dirk Carter heard the news,

his mood was somewhat stirred.

After many years.

Enemies met again.

Even though they hadn't met face to face yet.

Dirk Carter already felt Rasco Shaw's grip on him, it was truly uncomfortable.

Even so.

He did not regret.

Just as he said, this path was chosen by himself, and even if he had to kneel, he would walk it.

Even if he's not Rasco Shaw's match.

His resolve is unwavering in Rasco Shaw's presence.

The entrance to the Municipal Committee Compound.

The main leaders of Veridia City's four chief organizations had all arrived.

The compound was vibrant with flags and banners.

The central LED screen displayed: "Warmly Welcome Governor Shaw to Veridia City for Research."

At the forefront.

Three people stood.

Municipal Party Secretary and Chairman of the People's Congress Jamal Palmer, Mayor Norman Ross, and Chairman of the Political Consultative Conference Thayer Burke.

Jamal Palmer's expression was somewhat gloomy.

Evidently, he felt nervous about Rasco Shaw's visit.

Whereas Norman Ross had an assured look, with some eagerness between his brows, indicating Rasco Shaw's sudden appearance was beneficial for him.

As for Thayer Burke.

Neither happy nor sad.

Appearing unrelated to the matter.

"Coming, coming..."

Someone shouted in the crowd.

At a glance, the entrance revealed a lead car followed by a Coaster, slowly entering the compound.

The car hadn't yet come to a complete stop in front of the crowd.

Jamal Palmer, Norman Ross, and Thayer Burke eagerly stepped forward...

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