A Bumpy Road to Power

Chapter 623:

Upon hearing this, Owen spoke in a reproachful tone: "Peter Palmer, how can you say that about a leader? I heard that Executive Carter has been tirelessly pursuing investments recently. Even if there's not a penny today, his spirit is worth learning from."

These words maximized the effect of mocking Dirk Carter.

To everyone present.

Dirk Carter's reputation was bound to be tarnished today.

It was at that moment.

Director Indigo Nash from the city office rushed in.

He said to Elliot Douglas: "Mayor Douglas, Mayor Vincent has arrived."

Hearing this.

Elliot Douglas did not hesitate at all and turned towards the doorway.

Suddenly, Fabian Vincent walked in with his secretary Briscoe Young and several other unfamiliar faces, smiling cheerfully.

"Mayor Vincent, how come you're here without prior notice? We could have met you at the highway entrance."

Elliot Douglas said, nodding and bowing.

Fabian Vincent waved his hand, saying: "No need, no need, I heard there's an investment fair in The Economic Development District today, so I brought colleagues from The Science and Technology Industrial Park to learn. I'm not here as a leader, but to learn from the masters."

"Mayor Vincent, today's signing event is being managed by Executive Carter."

Elliot Douglas said.

Fabian Vincent pretended to be surprised.

He looked at Dirk Carter and said: "Oh? Looks like I came to the right place. Executive Carter's capabilities are well recognized, so make sure you all learn properly."

The officials from Rexton City's Science and Technology Industrial Park all replied in a compliant manner.

Fabian Vincent approached Dirk Carter and said: "Executive Carter, the Science and Technology Industrial Park started late. Today I've brought not just the leadership cadre to learn, but also a group of corporate leaders interested in investing in the park to observe as well, you wouldn't mind, would you?"

"Of course not, with Mayor Vincent here, it only adds to my credibility."

Dirk Carter said.

Fabian Vincent nodded and turned to Briscoe Young: "Young Briscoe, invite our esteemed guests inside."

"Alright."

Briscoe Young nodded and left.

About a minute later, under his guidance, a large group entered—around ten people. Dirk Carter blinked and realized these were the enterprises he had visited one by one.

Each of these enterprises.

Dirk Carter had received cold receptions.

No need to guess, Fabian Vincent brought them here to humiliate him.

"Executive Carter, these entrepreneurs, would you like me to introduce them to you?"

Fabian Vincent said proudly.

Dirk Carter waved his hand: "I appreciate Mayor Vincent's gesture, but since they've chosen to invest in the Science and Technology Industrial Park, it has no relevance to The Economic Development District."

"Hahaha… well, since Executive Carter is not interested, I won't persist either. Mayor Douglas, can the signing event begin?"

Fabian Vincent asked.

Elliot Douglas looked at his watch.

He said: "It's about time, let's begin. Mayor Vincent, please take your seat!"

Fabian Vincent waved his hand, saying: "I already mentioned, I'm here to learn today. You sit, you sit, I'll just sit here."

Saying this, he took a seat in the front row of the audience.

Elliot Douglas laughed: "Alright, Mayor Vincent feels comfortable, then let's begin. Everyone, please be seated."

The leaders from Koryn City and The Economic Development District took their seats on the stage.

Time reached approximately nine forty-five, yet at this moment, Dirk Carter's so-called signing guests hadn't shown up.

Everyone understood this was nothing more than an empty strategy.

In their view, Dirk Carter just wanted to stall for time.

But this tactic was powerless to change anything.

Soon.

Another ten minutes passed.

It was now nine fifty.

Ten minutes remained before the signing event was to start.

It was almost settled.

Fabian Vincent exchanged a glance with Elliot Douglas.

Elliot Douglas was well aware and turned to Dirk Carter: "Executive Carter, where are your guests? Do you need to make a call to prompt them?"

"No need, they'll be here."

Dirk Carter said.

As these words were spoken.

Committee Secretary Owen snorted coldly and said: "Executive Carter, I suggest you make a confirmation call. Everyone's quite busy, it wouldn't do if all this results in nothing, at that point, Executive Carter would be even more embarrassed."

"That's right, Executive Carter, the time is almost up. If there really aren't any guests, telling everyone wouldn't be disgraceful. It avoids wasting time, doesn't it?"

Deputy Party Secretary Hakeem Young couldn't help but remind.

Upon hearing this.

Dirk Carter chuckled and said: "What's this? Want to see Dirk Carter embarrassed so much you can't even wait a bit longer?"

"Executive Carter, that's not what we're saying. What do you mean by embarrassed? Everyone is considering Koryn City's interest. There's only five minutes left, I reckon there's no need to wait, why not just wrap it up?"

Elliot Douglas, sitting upright, proclaimed.

Indeed.

The final moment was near.

But listening at the entrance, there was no sign of movement.

Fabian Vincent felt assured.

He stood up and said: "Dirk Carter, aren't you just being ridiculous? You think we are here to read with the Crown Prince? Are we all playing house with you?"

The vibrant atmosphere.

Instantly cooled down with those words.

Now not only Elliot Douglas's faction had complaints, but the entire Economic Development District was also starting to feel resentment.

After arduous preparations.

In the end, it turned out to be a farce.

Who could swallow this?

"Alright, let's not wait, just end it like this. Dirk Carter, you need to give the committee, The Economic Development District, and the entire city an explanation, this went too far."

Elliot Douglas saw the time had come.

He tossed the cigarette butt on the ground and stood up with feigned indignation.

As those words were spoken.

Everyone who had been tense instantly relaxed.

Just as everyone thought the show was over, suddenly, they heard Arlo Yarbrough's voice: "Jefferson Ford, President of LeapDrive Technologies, from Gildan City is here."

This voice echoed.

Everyone was jolted.

They quickly looked towards the entrance.

A well-dressed middle-aged man with an air of refinement walked in slowly.

Behind him, followed his subordinates.

Upon seeing this, Grant Technologies founder Alan Goodman felt a jolt of realization.

LeapDrive Technologies is also an electric vehicle producer. Unlike Grant Technologies, LeapDrive Technologies is not an emerging company but a well-established electric vehicle manufacturer.

Initially starting with bicycles.

It had been a leader in the bicycle industry.

After transitioning to electric vehicles, it also surged in popularity and currently ranks second in the national electric vehicle market, a true top-tier enterprise.