Chapter 1102 - 1102

Everyone was still on edge from what had just happened.

When they saw Dirk Carter again, their view of him naturally rose a few notches.

Although Colter Hall was seething with anger, there was nothing he could do as the embarrassment was entirely of his own making.

Cough, cough...

Hadley Thorne cleared his throat.

He said, "Because of Mayor Hall's recent agenda topic, we wasted some time, let's continue the meeting now."

This was actually a needless remark.

But Hadley Thorne said it anyway.

His goal was simple: to mock Colter Hall.

Fuel to the fire.

Colter Hall was even more furious, his nostrils smoking.

"Today's agenda, as stated at the start, concerns the nomination of the Greshire County Committee Secretary, Comrade Kendrick Zane from the organizational department, please share your department's nomination list,"

Hadley Thorne said.

Then.

Kendrick Zane, the Director of the Silverwood City Organizational Department, stood up.

Holding a folder in his hands.

He said, "On our end at the organizational department, after a period of observation, for the position of Greshire County Committee Secretary, we are presenting two candidates, first is Stanley Keating, Deputy Secretary of the Municipal Government, whom many of you are familiar with. During his time as Deputy Secretary, he has been diligent, spearheading reforms that improved the office efficiency at the Silverwood City Government, with notable achievements. After evaluation, the organizational department recommends him as the candidate for Greshire County Committee Secretary."

Upon hearing the name Stanley Keating.

Dirk Carter paused for a moment.

Why such an unusual reaction?

Because Stanley Keating is a prominent figure in the Silverwood City Government, Dirk Carter heard his name by the second day he arrived in Silverwood City.

Stanley Keating, 29 years old this year, graduated from Silverwood Vocational and Technical College at 21, an institution providing diploma-level education.

After graduation, Stanley Keating voluntarily applied to teach in remote areas, entering as a teacher at 22.

Two years later, at 24, due to his "excellent" performance, he was promoted to Deputy Director of the County Education Bureau in the remote teaching area, transforming from an ordinary teacher to a civil servant.

At 26, Stanley Keating transferred from the remote area to Fairview County in Silverwood City, continuing as Deputy Director of the Education Bureau, and became Director in the same year.

At 28, he was transferred again from Fairview County to the General Office of the Silverwood City Government, serving as Deputy Secretary until now.

Stanley Keating's career path can be seen as a model of ascent against the odds, but is that truly the case?

He also has another identity, being the son of the Vice Secretary of the Novaria State Committee, Stanley Keating.

Definitely a second-generation official.

Mentioning Stanley Keating necessitates mentioning another person, Colter Hall.

During Stanley Keating's tenure as Secretary General of the Prospera City Committee, his secretary was none other than the current Colter Hall.

In other words, Stanley Keating's nomination for Greshire County Committee Secretary is orchestrated by Colter Hall.

It must be noted that Stanley Keating has never managed a local region, not even served as vice-county chief supervising a specific department, making his experience insufficient for promotion.

Yet, he was the first name raised by the City Organizational Department.

This indicates that the current standing committee meeting, is essentially conducted for Stanley Keating.

Upon realizing this.

Dirk Carter looked towards Hadley Thorne.

He observed Hadley Thorne's calm demeanor, unchanged by the nomination of Stanley Keating, indicating that he was already aware of it.

This is not surprising.

As a key figure in Silverwood City.

This nomination would definitely have been communicated to him in advance.

"I regularly interact with Comrade Stanley Keating, and although he is young, he is vigorous and enthusiastic, I personally support the organizational department's decision to promote him as Greshire County Committee Secretary, placing him in this position can also bring new vitality to Greshire County's tourism industry."

As soon as Kendrick Zane finished speaking.

The Municipal Committee Secretary-General Brenton Sullivan interjected.

Colter Hall maintained a serious expression.

Addressing Kendrick Zane, he said, "Director Zane, didn't you mention two candidates? Who is the other one?"

Kendrick Zane quickly replied, "Oh, oh, oh, the organizational department has also appointed another candidate, Comrade Bria Tanner from Centria County."

Bria Tanner?

Upon hearing this name.

Dirk Carter chuckled inwardly.

Bria Tanner, the County Mayor of Centria County, already over fifty.

His political achievements are mediocre, his position sustained purely by seniority, it's impossible for him to be promoted to the top position.

This nomination is clearly just a foil for Stanley Keating.

Of course, it's also meant to highlight Stanley Keating.

The people below knowingly exchanged amused glances.

Who among them isn't fully aware of the situation?

Yet, Dirk Carter was still puzzled, why would Hadley Thorne agree to such a blatantly preferential promotion?

Is it because of Stanley Keating?

Or perhaps because Mayor Barrett Tatum is his ally, and he has to concede in the appointment of the County Committee Secretary?

As he pondered the underlying intrigues.

Municipal Committee Standing Member and Vice-Mayor Emmanuel Linden frowned and said, "Although Comrade Tanner fits the conditions for promotion, placing him in Greshire County, I personally don't think it's suitable. The development of Greshire County in recent years has focused on tourism, a young industry, as Secretary Sullivan mentioned, what Greshire County needs is vigor, is vitality, Comrade Tanner is rather advanced in age, lacking the necessary capacity, I personally feel Comrade Stanley Keating is more suitable."

Municipal Committee Standing Member, Director of the United Front Work Department Bravon Shaw promptly said, "Yes, yes, yes, I think Mayor Linden is very correct, Greshire County is now an emerging star, sending Comrade Stanley Keating there would be a perfect match."

His words.

Seemed to ignite the crowd's emotions.

Everyone started expressing their opinions one after another.

Of course, they were all singing praises for Stanley Keating.

Dirk Carter, seated at his position, had little demands, plus he had more important matters to attend to next, so he didn't oppose the candidate.

Avoiding extra trouble is best, after all Stanley Keating has Stanley Keating backing him.

As his mind began to drift.

Suddenly, a voice from the crowd asked, "Secretary General Carter, what do you think?"

Dirk Carter snapped alert.

He looked up.

Seeing Director of the Propaganda Department Alexis Lewis staring at him with wide, bright eyes.

He had spent a considerable time in Silverwood City.

His encounters with Alexis Lewis were strictly on the professional front, apart from meeting at some conferences, they had no personal interactions.

Moreover, Alexis Lewis rarely expressed her opinions in public settings.

In several meetings.

She remained silent.

Like an invisible person.

If not for her striking appearance.

Dirk Carter would hardly notice her presence.

But during today's meeting.

Why did she suddenly seek his opinion?

The chatter in the conference room abruptly died down.

Everyone's attention shifted quickly to Dirk Carter.