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.”

screen showing Mr. Gardner being mobbed, and Jeff, looking pale

spectacle. I simply can’t look away,”

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

Arnold, you still need to

and reassuring, “Don’t worry, Evadne. I’ve got people inside. They’ll make

whether as his wife or as a lone doctor without borders, she had always been a proud, thorny

now longed to be nothing more than his woman, cherished

allowed in,” one of the Chambers family’s bodyguards stepped

steely, “I’m here on official business. The DA’s office

a warrant for the arrest of Representative Edgar Gardner. Please do not obstruct the course of

haven’t received any notice. We only know

attitude

his gaze sharp as ice, “Do you

of the Chambers

not official. So scared of us arresting someone, there’s only one possibility: you’re with the Chambers

flashed across the

they were deployed, Mr. Chambers had been clear: no mention of the Chambers family, just delay the prosecutors to buy time. If Edgar was

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

Bartley? Funny, I don’t recognize

with approaching footsteps, and all

Bartley’s chief of staff, followed by

caught in an awkward bind,

of the Bartley family

of staff was stern, then turned to Arnold with a congenial smile, “Prosecutor Arnold, I believe you should issue another arrest warrant for these troublemakers acting under unknown orders, obstructing justice. It’s only

of determination in his eyes, “I’ll see this through to the

esteemed Mayor has been quite vocal about 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

none dared to stand in the way any

“Appreciate the cooperation.”

his team in tow, heading for the

Chief of Staff discreetly slipped away to a corner

Meanwhile-

was playfully entangled with Evadne, seeking a

pressing against his crisp shirt, feeling the contours of

of distraction, he gently gripped her chin and planted a kiss on her lips before switching his phone to speaker.

“Mr. Thaddeus, I’ve taken care of the matter you arranged. Prosecutor Arnold and his team have

Mr. Joseph.”

imposing figure leaned into Evadne, pinning her against the car window.

kiss descended powerfully, claiming her

its greed, was evident in his reluctance to settle for a mere

shimmering, wrapped

in the hall

inside man been the Mayor’s own Chief of

sharp and

with obsequious laughter, “You’re too kind, Mr. Thaddeus. It’s an honor to be of service to you. And after all,

Mr. Bartley. The Mayor has been looking forward to today’s spectacle for

“In the future.”

need anything else, please don’t hesitate to ask, Mr. Thaddeus!” Mr. Joseph’s eagerness was palpable, as if Thaddeus was

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