Don't Mess with the Girl with Candy novel Chapter 1381

Chairman Anson flipped through the document, stunned by the sheer length of the resume. It was dozens of pages long.

Grassroots campaigns, public welfare projects...

How had he never heard of any of this before?

At that moment, someone nearby whispered, "Three minutes until the live broadcast begins."

Chairman Anson glanced at Luella, then at Burt Dalton.

Fine.

They would just add Dalton to the roster and let him show his face to the public.

Ultimately, Burt Dalton's name was officially entered into the candidate pool.

The broadcasting crew immediately flashed the names and resumes of all four candidates onto the massive screen.

The studio lights flared to life.

The cameras locked onto the four of them, and the global broadcast commenced.

Dalton had thoroughly memorized the briefing Luella had provided, making his introduction incredibly smooth. Since his speech was deeply authentic, it resonated far more powerfully than the rehearsed platitudes of the others. The audience erupted into genuine, heartfelt applause.

Sitting in the audience, Luella Langley quietly watched Burt Dalton, a slow smile curving her lips.

Not bad.

She hadn't chosen the wrong person.

Checking the live polling data, Luella wasn't surprised to see Dalton's votes skyrocketing past the competition.

She had anticipated this.

Dalton had worked tirelessly on the ground, interacting with countless everyday citizens. When someone truly cared about the people, the people would naturally elevate them to the top.

Beyond the official votes, a massive wave of online support was rallying behind Dalton.

Right then, Kate suddenly leaned in, her face pale. "Mr. Langley, something's happening online."

"What is it?"

Luella took the phone and saw that Borealia's media had just dug up her real identity.

The voice of the people had spoken.

Chairman Anson hadn't expected Dalton to be this overwhelmingly popular. But thinking back to his resume... hardly anyone in Stellara Country had endured the kind of grueling work he had. It made sense that the public chose him.

"Congratulations," Luella said, extending her hand with a slight smile. "Executive Chief Dalton."

"Thank you."

Burt looked at Luella, his eyes glistening with emotion. "I have to give interviews to the foreign press and deliver my speech. Let's celebrate properly once this is over."

"There's no need."

Luella shook her head, her smile unwavering. "I have a few personal matters to tie up. Once they're handled, I'll be leaving Stellara Country."

After Dalton exited the hall, the cameras from the domestic press immediately swarmed Luella.

"Mr. Langley, how do you explain the news online? Are you really involved with the actor from Borealia?"

"Same-sex relationships are strictly forbidden in Stellara Country!"

"Mr. Langley, please give us a statement!"