A Bumpy Road to Power

Chapter 479 479:

In the blink of an eye, it was already four votes.

However, this process was far from over.

Cornell Morgan had already seconded the motion.

The Political and Legal Secretary Wade Quincy, who had been mocking Dirk Carter, and the City Office Director Bertrand Levin had no choice but to follow suit.

The voting had just begun and wasn't even a minute in.

Genevieve's nomination had instantly secured six votes.

With a total of 13 committee members, as long as more than half, which is seven votes, were secured, the proposal would easily pass.

At this moment.

Jeff Hughes felt a sense of crisis.

In his original plan, Dirk Carter was not a consideration. His initial thought was for Robert Shepherd's people to secure both the District Chief and District Committee Secretary positions, which he was determined to obtain.

Among these people, Dirk Carter was the one he considered the least threatening.

After all, since taking office, it had been less than ten days. Could it be that Dirk Carter was already going to gain a share of The Economic Development District?

He cleared his throat, just about to speak.

Suddenly, Deputy Secretary Carly Lambert spoke up, "I've interacted with Genevieve quite a bit. She's diligent, practical, and hardworking. Since The Economic Development District has just been established, we need someone like her to take charge, so I also agree with Genevieve taking the position of District Chief."

Buzz!

At that moment, thoughts reverberated in almost everyone's mind.

Carly Lambert was the third in command.

She had been in Koryn City for less than three months.

During this time, three different factions had extended olive branches to her, but Carly hadn't responded.

Yet unexpectedly, she now stood up to strongly support Dirk Carter.

What exactly was going on?

Not only were the others puzzled, but even Dirk Carter couldn't comprehend it.

Carly Lambert was 31 years old this year.

Within the leadership team of Koryn City, she was only younger than Dirk Carter.

And she was quite attractive.

Despite that, Dirk Carter hadn't had any private interactions with her, so why would she do this?

There was no time to figure it out.

Because the result of the vote was already clear.

Jeff Hughes felt a pang of regret in his heart.

If he had just held firm initially, perhaps this wouldn't have happened. But now, with things at this point, he didn't wish to dwell on it further. After a pause, he said, "Alright, since Genevieve's votes have surpassed the majority, it makes no difference whether the remaining members express their stance or not. Minister Carter, have your Organization Department draft the orders as soon as possible and send them to me for signature."

"Okay, Secretary Hughes."

Dirk Carter nodded in agreement.

"Alright, today's committee meeting concludes here. Adjourned!"

Jeff Hughes finished speaking.

He was the first to walk out.

This was an extraordinary committee meeting, the most bewildering one in a long time, and it marked a seismic shift in Koryn City's political landscape.

Who would have thought that a young person navigating among various forces would become the bullet that broke the chaos?

Dirk Carter had just returned to his office, sat down, and before he could settle, the door was pushed open.

Such impatience could only mean one thing; it was surely Arlo Yarbrough.

"Hey, someone outside is looking for you."

Arlo Yarbrough carelessly said.

Dirk Carter frowned, giving him a sidelong glance, and said, "What do you mean by 'someone'? In public, you should call me Minister Carter or Leader."

"Really need to call you that?"

Arlo Yarbrough asked.

"What else? Should I call you Leader?"

"Wouldn't bother me; I don't mind at all."

Arlo Yarbrough said with a cheeky grin.

Dirk Carter picked up a cushion from the sofa and tossed it over, which Arlo Yarbrough caught mid-air, pouting as he said, "I seriously suspect you transferred me here to be your secretary just to break our equal footing. Now I can only call you Leader, doesn't that make you happy?"

"No, I'm doing this for your benefit. I secured a civil servant identity for you. Isn't that a plus?"

Dirk Carter asked.

Arlo Yarbrough retorted, "What's so plus about it? You tell me!"

"There are the five social insurances and housing fund."

"Didn't I have the five insurances and one housing fund as a doctor? My salary was several times higher than this secretary position."

"Well, there's status."

"What are you saying? Did I not have status as a doctor?"

Upon reflection, that seems to be the truth.

Arlo Yarbrough chuckled, "Actually, being your secretary and calling you Leader isn't a problem. As long as you do me a small favor, I promise to serve you dutifully afterward."

"What favor?"

Dirk Carter asked.

Arlo Yarbrough cheekily said, "Introduce me to a girlfriend."

"What about Elaine Nolan? Don't want her anymore? Weren't you head over heels in love with her?"

Dirk Carter asked irritably.

Arlo Yarbrough scratched his head, "I'm not foolish. How could a toad eat a swan like her? With her level and status, even ten of me couldn't match up."

That's indeed the reality.

"I mean, it's not impossible."

Dirk Carter suddenly said.

Arlo Yarbrough paused, asking, "What do you mean?"

"In the world of politics, what's important is to be well-matched. If you're just a doctor, then you're indeed unmatched for her family. But if you secure a decent position in politics, everything becomes logical."

These words.

Clearly gave Arlo Yarbrough hope.

He eagerly grabbed Dirk Carter's arm, asking, "So what should I do now?"

"You should invite the person outside in. Otherwise, you won't even qualify as a secretary, let alone a Leader."

Arlo Yarbrough slapped his forehead.

He said, "Oh, I left a lady outside."

"Lady?"

Dirk Carter perked up, just as he wondered who it might be.

Arlo Yarbrough had already dashed out.

In no time.

The door was opened again.

Arlo Yarbrough said, "Dirk... Leader, Deputy Secretary Carly is here."

Deputy Secretary Carly?

Carly Lambert?

Dirk Carter's heart skipped a beat.

He saw Carly Lambert, dressed in a black suit and pencil skirt, gracefully walking in.

"Minister Carter, am I interrupting your work?"

"Not at all, not at all, Deputy Secretary, please have a seat. Arlo, make some tea."

"Alright, I'll do it now."

Arlo Yarbrough hurriedly left.

Carly Lambert sat down on the sofa, legs together, her hands fidgeting by her knees, looking somewhat uneasy.

Soon enough.

Arlo Yarbrough served her tea.

Once the door was shut again.

Dirk Carter asked, "Deputy Secretary Carly, is there something you need from me?"

Carly Lambert seemed hesitant to speak.

She picked up the teacup, took a sip, and shyly said, "Minister Carter, I came to see you because I have a matter I hope you can help with."

"Help? Deputy Secretary, just direct your instructions, there's no need to speak of help."

Dirk Carter said with a smile.

Carly Lambert waved her hands repeatedly, "No, no, no, it's not official; it's personal... something personal, I just don't know how to start..."

Seeing her troubled expression.

Dirk Carter said, "It's all right, Deputy Secretary, feel free to say what's on your mind."

It seemed she was gathering her courage.

She said, "Help me deal with a troublemaker."

"Troublemaker?"

Dirk Carter paused and asked.