strictlysupreme Chapter 792 792:
Chapter 792 792:
The so-called "working on something" naturally means helping Brett Summers.
Upon hearing this.
Jabez Shaw let out a cold snort.
He said, "Secretary General Carter, you're really making yourself at home. With my introduction, you've just met President Summers, and you already consider yourself the host. Not bad."
"Hahaha..."
Dirk Carter burst into laughter.
Suddenly.
He restrained his laughter.
He said, "County Mayor Shaw, the waves of the Yangtze River drive the waves before it, and the front wave dies on the beach. You've made quite a bit of money in Helios County; maybe it's time to step aside."
Dirk Carter's words made his intentions clear.
There was also a hint of signaling his power to Jabez Shaw.
Jabez Shaw felt a chill in his heart.
With disdain, he said, "Secretary General, aren't your words a bit over the top?"
"Oh, really? I don't think so. I came to inform County Mayor Shaw that the Chairman of the People's Congress position must go to Arsenio Dempsey. I hope County Mayor Shaw can be sensible about this. If we collaborate well, we can get along harmoniously. If not, don't blame me, Dirk Carter, for being unkind."
Dirk Carter said leisurely, crossing his legs.
"Really? I'd actually like to see how Secretary General can be unkind to me."
Jabez Shaw said with a laid-back tone.
Dirk Carter clapped his hands on the sofa armrest.
He stood up.
And said, "I'm here to inform County Mayor Shaw, not to negotiate. How to proceed, that's up to you, County Mayor Shaw. Alright, I won't disturb you anymore, I'm leaving."
After throwing these words.
Dirk Carter leisurely left.
His footsteps had just disappeared down the hallway.
The furious Jabez Shaw swept everything on the coffee table to the floor, a glass cup shattered on impact.
Hearing the commotion, Liam Zane, the secretary, hurriedly rushed in.
Looking at the mess on the floor, for a moment, he dared not speak.
"Who does Dirk Carter think he is, daring to challenge me in Helios County within just a month? Damn it, if I hadn't introduced him to Brett Summers, he'd be nothing..."
Jabez Shaw roared at Liam Zane as if venting his anger.
Liam Zane paused, then said, "Leader, it seems that Dirk Carter is quite ambitious; he might want to replace your standing with President Summers."
"Bah! Him? He's been in Helios County for some time; he knows there's profit to be made here and wants a share. Dream on. Go to Deputy Secretary Ford's office and have her come over."
Jabez Shaw said angrily.
Liam Zane hesitated.
And asked, "Are you calling Deputy Secretary Ford for something specific?"
"Dirk Carter isn't the only one who can undermine me; I'll undermine him in return. If he wants to support Arsenio Dempsey for the Chairman of the People's Congress position, I'll counter by elevating Britt Ford."
Jabez Shaw grew angrier as he spoke.
Liam Zane maintained more composure.
He said, "Leader, with all due respect, you're the one who personally sent Deputy Secretary Ford to Secretary General Carter's bed. If we now promote Deputy Secretary Ford, won't she..."
Liam Zane's implication was clear to Jabez Shaw.
Jabez Shaw gave a cold laugh.
He said, "Liam, do you think sending Britt Ford to Dirk Carter was just to test him?"
"Isn't that the reason?"
Liam Zane asked in surprise.
Jabez Shaw said coldly, "Britt Ford is Garrison Summers' woman. If Garrison Summers finds out about Britt Ford's affairs, what do you think he'll do? And wouldn't Britt Ford be scared?"
Liam Zane paused.
Suddenly, he came to an epiphany.
And said to Jabez Shaw, "Leader, that's brilliant! I thought you were giving Dirk Carter the advantage, but it turns out Dirk Carter was led by his desires and planted a bomb in his vicinity. When that bomb goes off, let's see if it doesn't blow him up..."
Jabez Shaw also laughed out loud, feeling proud of his "masterpiece."
...
At half past six.
Fortuna New City.
This is a high-end residential area in Helios County.
Dirk Carter rang the doorbell of one of the doors.
About a minute later.
The door opened.
Britt Ford, in a seductive nightdress, appeared at the doorway, catching Dirk Carter's eye.
A simple silk slip dress.
Her fair and smooth shoulders were almost completely exposed.
The perfectly defined collarbones seemed like the Creator's masterpiece.
The plump and soft curves were half-exposed, and even the scenery Dirk Carter had seen before was still breathtaking.
The hem of the skirt wasn't long.
Just right to cover the perky hips.
"Come in."
Upon seeing Dirk Carter.
Britt Ford gave a charming smile and let him in.
Once inside.
The fragrance of a woman's boudoir filled the air.
This was a tastefully decorated three-bedroom apartment.
Clearly, a lot of money had been spent.
Several dishes were already set on the dining table, steaming hot, evidently just out of the kitchen.
"What's this? Inviting me for dinner?"
Dirk Carter asked.
Britt Ford smiled and said, "Jabez Shaw visited me today. He said he's planning to recommend me for the Chairman of the People's Congress position."
"Great, it's time to celebrate."
Dirk Carter said with a smile.
Britt Ford took a deep breath and asked, "Secretary General, I'm very curious, why does everything seem to go according to your plan, as if everything is under your control?"
Dirk Carter chuckled.
And said, "Do you think Jabez Shaw sent you to my side just to test me?"
"Isn't that the case?"
Britt Ford asked.
Dirk Carter shook his head.
And said, "Although Garrison Summers seldom sees you now, officially, you're his woman. Even if Jabez Shaw had the guts, he wouldn't dare. The reason he finally did is because once you're in my bed, he has leverage over you. If you ever want to defy him, he can use this to threaten you."
"Since you already knew this outcome, why did you still have me speak for him at today's Standing Committee meeting?"
Britt Ford asked.
Dirk Carter gave a slight smile.
And said, "That's called a psychological suggestion. In order to secure the Chairman of the People's Congress position, if Arsenio Dempsey speaks for me, Jabez Shaw, being a suspicious person, would certainly think I've reached some private agreement with Arsenio Dempsey. Earlier, I transferred Melody Holloway, indirectly proving I'm someone new and old. He must think I'm no longer interested in you. And for the Chairman of the People's Congress position, considering all of Helios County, his best candidates are either Franklin Ross or Arsenio Dempsey..."
"I understand. Franklin Ross definitely can't rise due to the Iris incident. You've hinted at a conspiracy with Arsenio Dempsey, so he believes you're the only one he can control. Therefore, endorsing me for the Chairman of the People's Congress becomes the sole choice, right?"
Britt Ford asked.
Dirk Carter nodded and said, "I've blocked the only two paths he could choose, leaving him with just the backup plan. So, it looks like he chose you, but it was actually a choice I forced him to make..."