Chapter 499

The center was in total disarray, security personnel scrambled to maintain order amidst the chaos.

But today’s event was a hit, a real media circus. Every reporter swarmed Edgar like bees to honey, hemming him in on all sides, leaving him with nowhere to turn, completely immobilized!

That’s the media for you. Scandal was to them what blood was to a shark!

And this wasn’t just any scandal; it was a bombshell!

Jeff’s son–in–law, currently the hot favorite in the mayoral race, was behind closed doors, nothing more than a corrupt leech, fattening his own pockets and indulging in every vice imaginable.

Who wouldn’t kill for that exclusive scoop? They all seemed ready to devour Edgar down to the bone!

“Mayor, do you want me to call for backup? This is getting out of hand!” his secretary, a worried look on his face, hurried over to Mr. Bartley.

Mr. Bartley, standing in a quiet corner, left the spotlight to his rival, a smug smile on his face as if to say, ‘Why get our hands dirty when we can just watch the show?‘

“Let’s just sit back and enjoy the chaos, shall we? Why bother with all the fuss? But do make sure my wife and I are well protected. Wouldn’t want to get splattered if things get messier.”

To prevent further escalation, the Chambers family doubled down on security at the front and back doors of the venue.

Suddenly, three black sedans rolled up with authority and parked in front of the entrance.

The doors swung open, and out stepped prosecutors in sharp suits, badges gleaming on their chests.

Leading the pack was Arnold, his eyes shining with a serious intensity that was a far cry from his usual playful demeanor at home. His commanding presence was breathtaking.

The security guards at the door exchanged nervous glances as the prosecutors marched in with purpose.

“Excuse us, please step aside. Don’t interfere with our investigation,” Arnold said coolly, his voice detached and stern.

The security staff didn’t dare obstruct and made way for them.

As Arnold stepped into the lobby, he tapped the Bluetooth earpiece in his ear, “Evadne, I’m in.”

“Hmm? That was too easy. Surprising,” Evadne responded, a hint of surprise in her voice.

“Hey. You obviously don’t know who’s handling this for you. Trust me to handle the critical moments.“.

But Arnold’s bragging lasted all of three seconds before the Chambers family’s men swiftly moved to block their path, a veritable wall of muscle and suit!

“Whoa, looks like you just got served,” Evadne teased, her laughter tinkling in Arnold’s ear, “Seems it’s not going as smoothly as you thought.”

“You can see me?” Arnold’s voice was tense as he scanned the room.

“Of course. I can see you and what’s happening inside the venue.”

fixed on the screen showing Mr.

turning out to be quite the spectacle. I simply can’t look away,” she mused with a curve

Evadne. The most dramatic part of today’s drama will be

but Prosecutor Arnold, you still need

his touch gentle and reassuring, “Don’t worry, Evadne. I’ve got people

into his embrace. Independent as she was, whether as his wife or as a lone doctor without

now longed to be nothing more than his woman, cherished

is a private event. You’re not allowed in,” one of the Chambers family’s bodyguards stepped up.

Law, prosecutor Arnold,” Arnold’s eyes were steely, “I’m here on official business. The DA’s office

of Representative Edgar Gardner. Please do not obstruct the course of

haven’t received any notice. We only know that unauthorized

attitude

cold smirk, his gaze sharp as ice, “Do you realize that you’re breaking the law?”

in the muscle of the Chambers family,

of us arresting someone, there’s only

the bodyguard’s

the Chambers family, just delay the prosecutors to buy time. If Edgar was taken

“No! We’re not with the Chambers family! We’re here to keep order on behalf

Bartley? Funny, I don’t recognize a single one of

came with approaching footsteps, and

of staff, followed by

caught in

family right under Mr. Bartley’s nose, and attempt

should issue another arrest warrant for these troublemakers acting under unknown orders,

faint hint of determination in his eyes, “I’ll see this through

supporting the organizational decisions. He’s ready to go the extra mile to cooperate with the DA’s office,” the Chief of Staff added, seizing the opportunity to sing his boss’s praises–a true political animal if there ever was one.

the Chambers family were utterly cowed; none dared to stand in the way any

“Appreciate the cooperation.”

a storm, Arnold strode forward, his team

the Chief of Staff discreetly slipped away to a corner to make

Meanwhile-

seeking a kiss when his phone rang.

Evadne said, her cheeks flushed with a rosy hue, her hands pressing

and seizing her moment of distraction, he gently gripped her chin and planted a kiss on her lips before

taken care of the matter you arranged. Prosecutor Arnold and his team

appreciated, Mr. Joseph.”

second, Thaddeus’s imposing figure leaned into Evadne, pinning her against

powerfully,

reluctance to settle for

of his kiss, her eyes shimmering, wrapped her arms around his neck involuntarily, yet she was

everything that transpired in

the Mayor’s own Chief of

was sharp and unexpected!

Mr. Thaddeus. It’s an honor to be of service to you. And after all,

been looking forward to today’s spectacle

“In the future.”

Thaddeus!” Mr. Joseph’s eagerness was palpable,

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