A Bumpy Road to Power

Chapter 590 590

This excuse is really clumsy.

How could a dish of drunken shrimp have such a strong smell of alcohol?

And looking at Elliot Douglas, he doesn't seem to have any symptoms of acute gastroenteritis.

But in the political arena, even if things don't add up, as long as the surface story is passable, no one will press the issue, because in the realm of unspoken rules, face is still something to be considered.

If everyone was as unruly as Dirk Carter, the political scene would have been chaotic long ago.

Michael Hall snorted coldly.

He said to Lincoln Griffin, "Mayor Griffin, your timing is impeccable. Otherwise, Mayor Douglas would have been wrongly accused by me."

Though it sounded like self-reproach, it was actually a warning to him.

Lincoln Griffin didn't dare to respond, just chuckled awkwardly to dodge the matter.

"Mayor Griffin, we are about to start a meeting, aren't you leaving?"

Michael Hall asked.

Lincoln Griffin paused and said, "Secretary Hall, I have an urgent matter to report."

"What urgent matter? Wait until we finish the meeting."

Michael Hall said unhappily.

Lincoln Griffin was not ready to give up and continued, "This matter concerns the overall image of our Koryn City, and it has a significant connection with a city leader."

These words instantly piqued the interest of many standing committee members.

Deputy Secretary Hakeem Young said, "Secretary Hall, since Mayor Griffin's issue is also urgent, let's handle it together since everyone is here."

This emergency meeting clearly revolved around the disappearance case of Ambrose Garrison.

Why would a regular missing person case capture such significant attention from the Koryn City Committee?

It's precisely because of the Apex Group.

Apex Group's bounty for the missing employee has already disgraced the Koryn City Committee. If not addressed urgently, who knows how the public opinion might spiral.

"Secretary Hall, I agree with Comrade Young's opinion. Since Mayor Griffin says it is an emergency, we should also take it seriously."

Elliot Douglas said.

Both the second and third in command were pressuring him.

Michael Hall couldn't act unilaterally.

He nodded and said, "Alright, Mayor Griffin, go ahead."

Lincoln Griffin felt a sense of delight.

He cast a somewhat smug glance at Dirk Carter and said, "Secretary Hall, Mayor Douglas, and all the leaders, just a moment ago, I received a public report alleging that some of our government officials lead quite a dissolute private life, blatantly taking women to hotels, and even taking two at a time, which is already suspected of organizing public indecency."

This is no small matter.

The moment he finished speaking.

Whispers began to arise.

Everyone exchanged glances, seemingly wanting to know who Lincoln Griffin was referring to.

Michael Hall also frowned.

He asked, "Mayor Griffin, who is this person? Are they in our meeting room?"

"Yes!"

Lincoln Griffin said firmly.

Another bout of commotion arose.

This news was too explosive, and everyone was intrigued.

Initially, Elliot Douglas didn't know what Lincoln Griffin was going to report.

Now, he could somewhat guess.

He said to Lincoln Griffin, "Comrade Griffin, don't be cryptic, who is this person? Just say it, rest assured, as long as I'm here, no one can intimidate you."

This remark was both a reciprocity and a gesture of support for Lincoln Griffin.

Lincoln Griffin nodded.

Then he looked at Dirk Carter.

Slowly, he raised his hand, pointing at Dirk Carter, and said, "It's Executive Carter!"

"Ah..."

A series of gasps erupted on the spot.

Everyone's gaze simultaneously turned to Dirk Carter.

They began whispering among themselves.

As expected.

Although Elliot Douglas didn't show it on his face.

He was laughing inwardly.

He said with a stern face, "Comrade Griffin, Comrade Carter is the Executive Deputy Mayor of the city, such jokes are not to be made lightly. You must be responsible for what you say."

"I take full responsibility!"

Lincoln Griffin said directly.

"I personally saw two women clinging to Comrade Carter, walking into a hotel. Executive Carter, am I right?"

Lincoln Griffin looked at Dirk Carter provocatively.

It was as if he was telling Dirk Carter, "Weren't you the one who witnessed me taking Ambrose Garrison away from the hotel? Now you're seizing the opportunity to make a fuss. Fine! Since you're making a fuss, I won't hold back either. I will expose your scandal too!"

"Comrade Carter, don't you think you owe everyone an explanation?"

Elliot Douglas also cooperated by asking.

At this moment, Dirk Carter slowly looked up.

He asked, "Do you have evidence?"

"Of course, I personally saw it, and I knew you would deny it. No worries, I've already sent someone to retrieve the surveillance footage from the hotel. Soon, everyone will see the truth."

The more Lincoln Griffin spoke, the more excited he became.

It was as if Dirk Carter had already been trampled underfoot.

At this moment.

Elton Hall arrived breathlessly at the meeting room door.

Shouting at Lincoln Griffin, "Mayor Griffin, I brought the item."

He was holding a USB flash drive.

Lincoln Griffin asked softly, "No issues with it?"

Elton Hall smiled proudly and said, "No issues, everything is inside."

Great!

Simply wonderful!

If it wasn't such a serious meeting, he would be excited enough to jump up high.

Nonetheless, he still maintained a very serious expression on his face.

Holding up the USB, he said, "The evidence is here. If Executive Carter still won't admit it, then let's show everyone."

At this moment.

No one in the meeting room was more nervous than Irving Pace.

But when he looked at Dirk Carter, he felt that Dirk Carter was expressionless, which eased his tension a bit.

Seeing Dirk Carter remain silent.

Elliot Douglas said, "In the spirit of seeking truth from facts, I suggest we play the content of the USB, so everyone can have a clearer understanding of the matter, Secretary Hall, what do you think?"

Although Michael Hall disliked Dirk Carter.

Now, he was also a bit worried.

He belonged to Herman Bates' faction in the Rexton City Committee.

Not long ago, Herman Bates advised him to maintain a good relationship with Dirk Carter; otherwise, he wouldn't stand a chance against Elliot Douglas.

If Dirk Carter fell now.

He might really be sidelined by Elliot Douglas in Koryn City.

"Uh... this..."

Michael Hall hadn't yet figured out how to respond.

Elliot Douglas said, "Alright, Comrade Griffin, go ahead and play it."

It seemed like he was asking for Michael Hall's instructions.

In fact, no response was needed.

It was just a formality.

Then Lincoln Griffin moved to the projector and inserted the USB.

At that moment, he didn't forget to give Dirk Carter a final provocative glance, perfectly embodying the phrase "small man intoxicated by success."

The footage appeared.

As expected, just as Lincoln Griffin described.

On the surveillance footage.

Dirk Carter was flanked by two women, with their heads resting on his shoulders, their intimate posture immediately bringing many images to mind.