A Bumpy Road to Power

Chapter 535 535

Humans have a subconscious sense of impending danger.

Lying on the bed was Irving Pace, who suddenly opened his eyes, just ready to get up, when a knife was already pressed to his throat.

"Director Pace, don't move, don't put your wife in danger."

A small voice warned.

"Who are you people?"

Irving asked, in the midst of danger.

The man sneered slightly and said, "Director Pace, someone wants you to take a few days off."

As soon as he finished speaking,

The man covered his mouth with one hand, and with the other, stabbed down toward his shoulder...

...

5:30 a.m.

It was still dark.

Dirk Carter rushed into the operating room of the County First People's Hospital.

When he arrived, the city deputy secretary Teresa Thorne was already on the scene.

As soon as she saw Dirk Carter, she immediately stepped over.

"How is Director Pace?"

Dirk grabbed Teresa Thorne, asking nervously.

Teresa glanced around, pulled Dirk to a quiet corner, and said, "A penetrating shoulder blade injury, he's now being resuscitated, but the doctor said it's not fatal."

"That's good."

Dirk sighed in relief upon hearing the news.

Teresa's eyes darkened as she said, "There's another deadly issue: Director Pace's police gun is missing."

"What?"

Dirk widened his eyes at once.

He knew what a missing police gun meant for a cop, and if it harms someone out there, the consequences would be even more severe.

Even though Irving Pace is the victim,

He is still accountable.

"Who did this?"

Dirk asked.

Teresa shook her head and said, "The security guard of the community was knocked down, all the surveillance was shut off. According to Director Pace's wife, it was two men in black, but the streetlights weren't on at the time, she didn't see their faces clearly. What is certain is that both men had local accents. Jamie Ford has already gone to catch people, but I reckon it will be hard to find them."

This news,

left Dirk feeling suppressed.

This case, he asked Irving Pace for help, and now they have made a move against Irving Pace, very much like sending a warning.

These people have become so brazen that they even dare to target the Director of Public Security, truly audacious.

At the entrance of the operating room.

Irving's wife clutched her head, sobbing constantly.

The other subordinates were anxiously pacing beside her.

At this moment, the sound of leather shoes stepping on the floor echoed through the empty hall.

Everyone looked up.

Only to see a man in a suit and tie, followed by several men in black suits, walking over this way.

"That's Bennett Kane."

Teresa gasped slightly and said to Dirk.

Dirk, who was seated, suddenly stood up.

He had seen this figure before, while tracking Teresa Thorne, he saw this man hugging Teresa Thorne, walking into a hotel together.

Beside Bennett Kane, there was a gentlemanly man wearing glasses, his subordinate, Franco Carter, the general manager of New Materials Corporation.

"Oh, Deputy Secretary Teresa is also here. And this gentleman is..."

Bennett's gaze fell on Dirk, deliberately pretending to be puzzled.

Dirk seethed with anger.

He grabbed Bennett Kane's collar, yelling, "What are you doing here?"

Franco Carter and the other bodyguards saw the situation and immediately wanted to charge forward.

They were stopped by Bennett Kane.

His hand clasped Dirk's wrist, saying, "Director Carter, isn't this a bit impolite?"

Teresa quickly signaled Dirk to let go.

Dirk let go of his hand.

Bennett Kane adjusted his suit, and looked at Dirk coldly, saying, "Director Carter, your way of hospitality is quite unique."

"Bastard! Don't think I don't know it's you guys who caused Director Pace's injury."

Dirk roared.

"Director Carter, you can eat recklessly but not speak recklessly. You say we did it; do you have proof? I heard about Director Pace's injury; as the city's largest contributing enterprise, we fully understand Director Pace's efforts for the business environment and came to express our sympathy. Is there anything wrong with that?"

Bennett commented expressionlessly.

Having said that,

He glanced aside at Franco, who pulled out a thick envelope.

Just about to walk over to Irving's wife,

Dirk blocked him.

Suppressing his anger, he said, "Mr. Kane, I'll accept the sympathy on behalf of Director Pace, but this money, I think Director Pace definitely wouldn't want it. If he catches you one day, he'd have to return this money, so much trouble."

Franco upon hearing this, became furious.

Wanted to make a move again, but a glare from Bennett made him retreat grudgingly.

"Director Carter, may I have a private word with you?"

Bennett asked.

Dirk smiled slightly and said, "Sure."

The two walked away from the crowd to the window.

"Mr. Kane, you can say whatever you want now."

Dirk said.

Bennett sighed and said, "Director Carter, your activities here in Koryn City are quite remarkable. I truly admire your reputation. In fact, we can totally become friends. I, Bennett Kane, never let my friends suffer losses."

"What? Mr. Kane is trying to bribe me?"

"The word bribe sounds a bit harsh, but if Director Carter could show mercy, I would surely reciprocate."

Bennett said smilingly.

Dirk asked, "What if I refuse?"

"Director Carter is young, has personality, and is an outsider with no ties in Koryn City. But those who work on your orders, they all have families."

"You're threatening me?"

Dirk asked.

Bennett waved his hand and said, "Not a threat, just an emotional expression. Besides, Director Carter, I heard Director Pace also lost a police gun. That could impact his future. I've operated in Koryn City for many years; black and white, I know some friends. If Director Carter needs my help, a word from me, who knows, maybe the police gun can actually be found."

Threats!

More threats!

Bare threats!

Dirk gritted his teeth, looking at Bennett's conceited face.

He snorted coldly and said, "No need, Mr. Kane, as I said before, I'll accept the kind gesture, but don't bother about Director Pace's affairs."

"Oh? Is that Director Carter's final answer?"

"Yes, that's my final answer."

Dirk firmly stated.

Bennett nodded and said, "Then I apologize if I was presumptuous. Let's see if Director Carter can remain so resolute tomorrow."

After dropping this remark,

Bennett waved his hand.

The people he brought followed him out.

"What did he say to you?"

Teresa asked.

Dirk said, "What else, of course he threatened me."

"Dirk, there's one thing I think I must tell you."

Teresa took a deep breath and said.

Dirk nodded and said, "Go ahead."