Bang!
A slap on the table cut through the discussion, and the banquet hall instantly fell silent.
Mo Chen's expression darkened. "I have official duties to attend to. I have no time to waste here!"
He looked at Gao Shanhe, a hint of menace in his eyes. "Chairman Gao, your Fortune Commerce Association falls under the East Continent Federation. Under Federation law, the appointment of its chairman should be made by the Federation. I intended to respect your wishes, but you keep dragging your feet.
"In that case, I might as well appoint someone directly on the Federation's behalf."
Ignoring the strange looks around him, he patted Gao Jiye beside him.
"In my opinion, no one but Gao Jiye is fit to be the next chairman. Even Councillor Zhuge of the Federation holds his abilities in high regard. With him leading the association, and with Councillor Zhuge and me supporting him, expanding the Fortune Commerce Association's business across all five regions of the Federation will be child's play!"
Gao Jiye rose excitedly, barely resisting the urge to give Mo Chen a thumbs-up.
Godfather, oh, Godfather! You really do deliver when you take someone's money!
Excited though he was, he wore an apprehensive expression and repeatedly declined. "Godfather, I'm still young. I'm afraid I won't be able to win everyone over..."
"Oh, what are you talking about?" Mo Chen waved dismissively and declared with swagger, "With Councillor Zhuge and me backing you, who would dare object?"
Gao Shiman's face abruptly darkened. They're trying to force us to hand over power! Do they really think I'm a pushover?
With Mu Linsen beside her, she had all the confidence she needed.
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