A Bumpy Road to Power

Chapter 645 - 645

A flush of red instantly spread across her face.

She let go of her legs as if electrified.

Dirk Carter pulled away, got out of bed, and picked up his clothes from the floor to put on.

At that moment.

Amid Dorothy's shyness, there was actually a hint of disappointment.

It wasn't until Dorothy got up to dress that Dirk saw that perfect body.

A youthful and tender body.

And on the outside of her thigh, there was a tattoo of a flower petal, looking both sexy and beautiful.

The two silently finished dressing.

Dirk let out a long breath and said, "It's over, I should be going."

"Oh."

Originally lively Dorothy now turned shy.

As images from earlier flashed in her mind, her face reddened again.

Just as Dirk was about to open the door.

Dorothy said, "Wait a moment."

"Is there something else?"

"Um... I... you haven't told me your name?"

"My name is Dirk Carter."

Dirk said.

Dorothy silently mouthed the name Dirk Carter, then smiled sweetly and said, "I'll remember your name, perhaps we'll meet again."

Dirk waved his hands saying, "Forget it, better we don't meet again."

After saying this.

Dirk left straight away.

Dorothy rushed to the doorway.

Watching Dirk's retreating figure, for some reason, her heart began to thump uncontrollably.

At this moment, Dirk had no idea that his story with "The Maplewood Gang" was just beginning.

The following afternoon.

Dirk and Arlo Yarbrough drove to Rexton City.

They were originally scheduled to leave on Sunday.

The reason for leaving early was because everyone wanted to treat Dirk to a farewell meal.

It left Dirk in an awkward position, so he decided to "run away" ahead of time.

When the transfer order first came down.

Dirk had Dorothy Zechariah and the child move to Rexton City first.

With Dorothy's financial resources, buying a house in Rexton City was a piece of cake, but Dirk didn't let her buy one; instead, they rented a place.

After all, no one knew how long he would stay in Rexton City.

Buying a house and leaving it unoccupied would be troublesome to deal with.

At the same time, he specifically arranged for The Leopard Cat to protect Dorothy and the child.

With that, Dirk could focus on his work without worries.

After taking two days to settle completely, Dirk finally put his mind at ease.

On Monday morning.

Dirk arrived at the Rexton City Committee's Organization Department to report in.

It was completely different from his last visit here.

The last time the committee's organization director, Jackson Perry, waited for him in the office. This time, upon hearing of Dirk's arrival, Jackson Perry came out of the office to greet him personally.

Warmly shaking Dirk's hand, he led him into the office.

After having the secretary brew a cup of tea and bring it over.

Jackson Perry smiled and said, "Comrade Dirk Carter, I remember our conversation last time you were here, and now, in the blink of an eye, we've become colleagues."

"I hope you'll take care of me in the future, Director Perry."

Dirk politely said.

Jackson Perry waved his hand and said, "What are you talking about? You're the talented young one; perhaps it's I who will need your support in the future."

Jackson Perry was someone.

Dirk had interacted with a few times.

The first was when he took office as the organizing director of Koryn City, the second was when he personally escorted Michael Hall to take office in Koryn City.

Not too memorable, though.

But before coming here, Dirk had inquired and learned that Jackson Perry was quite a slick person.

In other words, a fence-sitter, as people say.

Back when Yves Giles was the mayor.

Jackson Perry and Herman Bates were quite close.

Later, Yves Giles was transferred, and Fabian Vincent took the mayor's position. It was rumored that Fabian had backing from the Houseman Family, so Jackson Perry unhesitatingly aligned himself with Fabian.

Fabian Vincent's relationship with Dirk was no secret.

Logically, Jackson Perry should have assisted Fabian in suppressing Dirk, but he always wore a facade, and treated Dirk politely, clearly wanting to be the nice guy that everyone liked and offend no one.

"Director Perry, your words really flatter me."

Dirk smiled and said nothing.

Jackson Perry laughed and said, "Comrade Dirk Carter, I won't say much more. We'll be working in the same unit from now on; if you encounter any difficulties, come find me. I'll help if I can."

"Director Perry, actually there is one thing I'd like to ask about."

"Oh? Go ahead."

Jackson Perry said.

Dirk deliberately lowered his voice and asked, "I heard that Gilbert Dixon might be on the move?"

Jackson Perry was stunned.

He said, "Who did you hear that from?"

"I heard about it even before I came here. Could it be a rumor?"

Dirk asked.

Jackson Perry pondered for a moment and said, "My friend, this is just between us; don't spread it around. Can you promise that?"

"Rest assured, Director Perry, I, Dirk Carter, am reliable."

When Jackson Perry said that, Dirk knew this rumor wasn't groundless.

People who say such things have usually spread plenty of information.

"Regarding the potential move for Comrade Dixon, it's something the city has been considering for a while. It's not clear yet whether it would be to the civil affairs bureau or the transport bureau; both are possibilities. Don't assume it's due to Dixon's work ability; it's entirely because he has someone above."

After this.

Jackson Perry mysteriously pointed upwards at the ceiling.

"Director Perry, it sounds like you don't quite get along with Comrade Dixon, do you?"

Dirk noticed something and asked.

Jackson Perry snorted and said, "He's in the city office while I'm in the organization department; what would we not get along over? I just can't stand his demeanor. Enough about him; I'll arrange someone to help with your paperwork. You should visit other leaders; it's only right to introduce yourself."

"Thank you, Director Perry."

Dirk stood up and said.

Jackson Perry waved his hand and said, "No need to be formal. Come by for tea when you have time."

"I will."

Dirk said, and then turned to leave.

Once he left.

Secretary Jahlani Sutton, who was sitting outside, came in.

Puzzled, he asked, "Director, didn't I hear that Dirk and Mayor Vincent don't get along? Aren't you concerned about Mayor Vincent having an issue with you being so cordial to Dirk?"

Jackson Perry sneered.

He said, "What Dixon did can't be let go. Dirk isn't afraid of anything; if Dixon bothers him, we're in for a good show, aren't we?"

Upon hearing this.

Jahlani Sutton suddenly realized.

He said, "Oh, you intend to use Dirk against Dixon, don't you?"

"Otherwise, why would I, a high-ranking committee leader, ingratiate myself to him? Even if he hadn't brought up Dixon today, I would have found a way to insinuate something, giving him a preconceived notion. As it turns out, he asked himself, saving me the trouble."

Jackson Perry sighed and said.