A Bumpy Road to Power

Chapter 536 536: One Stone, Two Birds

"Janton State is one of the provinces with the most private enterprises nationwide, and also the first to implement stock reform. From a certain perspective, it wouldn't be an exaggeration to say it's the national beacon for the private economy, right?"

Carly Lambert asked.

Dirk Carter nodded, and Carly continued, "Apex Group, as one of the earliest enterprises in Janton State's stock reform, has always been regarded as a model. Bennett Kane is a representative figure of the private economy and indeed contributed greatly to Koryn City's economic development. With the establishment of The Economic Development District and the commencement of recruitment work, if you move against Bennett Kane now, it would not only greatly affect The Economic Development District's recruitment but more importantly, take down this benchmark figure of stock reform, which will certainly cause a stir in the province's business community."

"Are you suggesting Bennett Kane cannot be touched?"

Dirk Carter asked.

Carly nodded slightly.

Saying, "What was mentioned above is merely the impact of moving against Bennett Kane. He himself, as he said, is well-connected in both the legitimate and less legitimate circles. He even dared to act against Irving Pace; he might yet dare to act against you, which is why I'm advising you to be cautious."

Carly's words.

Were entirely out of goodwill.

Dirk Carter is not a biased person, he understood.

After mulling over for a moment.

He smiled slightly and said, "Carly, thank you."

Carly blushed and said, "No need to thank me given our relationship; I'm just worried about you."

"I know."

Dirk Carter paused and said, "But what about those who have been hurt by him? Gia Gomez? Milton Stone? Enzo Sawyer? Should all these righteous people die in vain? If such people have no one to defend them, no one to seek justice, do you think there is hope left in this world?"

Carly sighed deeply.

Hesitated for a moment.

Said, "Like last time, I will always stand by you, no matter what you do, I will support you."

Dirk Carter patted her shoulder.

Said, "Bennett Kane will likely make a big move tomorrow, find some trustworthy people to protect Irving Pace's whole family."

"Alright, rest assured, I'll take care of it."

Carly nodded in agreement.

Seeing Dirk Carter about to turn and leave.

Carly grabbed him, asking, "What are you going to do?"

Dirk Carter smiled and said, "To find someone who can deal with Bennett Kane."

"Someone who can deal with Bennett Kane? Is there such a person?"

Carly asked in surprise.

Dirk Carter smiled slightly and said, "No matter what, we have to give it a try."

Walking out of the hospital doors.

The sky finally began to light up a bit.

Heading to a car parked in the lot.

Arlo Yarbrough, The Leopard Cat, and Renee Carter all waited inside.

"How is Irving Pace?"

Renee Carter asked worriedly.

Dirk Carter said, "He's fine, they didn't intend to kill him, presumably just to stop our investigation."

Upon hearing these words.

All four in the car felt some concern.

Their worry was not for their safety, but for how the case could proceed.

Related individuals in the case, either dead or missing, with Irving Pace now lying in the hospital. Though Dirk Carter is the Secretary General, he can command his subordinates, but from what angle should this be approached?

Time waits for no one.

Bennett Kane expressed hope that Dirk, even after tomorrow, remains so confidently self-assured.

Which suggests Bennett Kane also has big plans upcoming, but what exactly is this major move?

"Dirk, what do you think Bennett Kane will do?"

Arlo Yarbrough asked.

Before Dirk Carter could answer, The Leopard Cat said, "I think he's after Dirk's life."

Dirk Carter waved his hand, saying, "No, although I've been investigating, there is no solid evidence against Bennett Kane, he dared not really kill Irving Pace, as he doesn't want to escalate matters."

"So what is he planning to do?"

Renee Carter asked.

Dirk Carter thought for a long time and said, "Initially, merely injuring Irving Pace was enough, achieving the purpose of intimidation. The issue is his police gun is missing; hence I believe Bennett Kane's next major move is to support Jamie Ford's rise to power. Before the police gun is retrieved, letting Jamie Ford oversee police work would mean we would be constrained no matter what we do."

This statement made everyone realize.

But also filled the room with concern.

From the current circumstances.

Jamie Ford is probably Bennett Kane's man.

With the police department in his hands, the cases will likely sink into oblivion, never to resurface.

"Getting Jamie Ford to temporarily take over the police department isn't easy, at least it would require approval from the standing committee. Secretary General, you managed to topple Jeff Hughes, preventing Jamie Ford should also be achievable, right?"

Renee Carter asked.

Dirk Carter shook his head.

Said, "The situation is different now. Back then, I had Robert Shepherd's support and Irving Pace's backing. Now, with Robert gone and Irving in the hospital, that's why Bennett Kane is so confident."

Michael Hall doesn't need mention, always at odds with him.

The remaining three factions will naturally take this critical moment to step on him; simply relying on Dirk Carter's current "strength" to prevent it is already impossible.

"Is there really no option left?"

Arlo Yarbrough asked.

The Leopard Cat gritted his teeth and said, "If worse comes to worst, we'll try anything; they made the first move, we'll respond in kind, what's there to be afraid of?"

"No, we can't add more issues."

Dirk Carter stopped him.

"This is not an option, neither is that. Are we just going to accept this defeat?"

The Leopard Cat said unhappily.

Dirk Carter squinted his eyes and said, "Since this case doesn't work out, we'll take another approach, achieve two goals with one move."

"Two goals with one move? How so?"

The other three asked in unison.

...

More than five hours later.

Around eleven-thirty at noon.

In room 401 on the fourth floor of The Fragrant Garden Grand Hotel.

A still charming Teresa Thorne lay stark naked on the bed.

A young woman, dressed like a technician.

Was massaging Teresa Thorne's body.

Must be well-maintained.

Though not young anymore, her figure remained firm, and the creek between her legs was still rosy.

At this moment, there was a sudden knock at the door.

Teresa Thorne frowned.

The technician sensibly pulled a bath towel over, covering her, hiding the critical areas.

Then.

Walked to the door and opened it.

A man in a black suit hurriedly entered.

"Madam, Miss Snow has appeared."

Teresa Thorne shivered.

Sitting up suddenly.

The bath towel slid down, revealing much of her skin.

Frightening the black-suited man to avert his eyes.

"Where is she?"

Teresa Thorne asked.