Don't Mess with the Girl with Candy novel Chapter 1374

“Glad you realize that.”

Lachlan looked at Luella, his eyes utterly devoid of any paternal warmth. “Luella, if we weather this storm, I'll consider finding a more prominent position for you within the Political Council.”

“Understood.”

Luella nodded respectfully, feigning absolute loyalty. “Leave the rest to me, Father. You have nothing to worry about.”

“Mhm.”

Lachlan nodded, well aware that this child coveted the Executive Chief seat. “Luella, right now, we’re tied to the same sinking ship. Do you understand?”

If he crashed and burned, her ambitions would burn with him. She would never get another chance.

He firmly believed Luella wouldn't do anything stupid.

“I understand!”

Luella nodded obediently, flashing a hollow smile as she walked out of the study.

Once she was far enough down the hall, she pulled out her phone and contacted her people at Subterra Vanguard. Her voice was stripped of all emotion.

“The news isn't explosive enough. Burn it all to the ground.”

——

At the Political Council.

The staff was in absolute chaos, scrambling to manage the fallout of Lachlan's massive scandal.

Luella called Burt Dalton into her office and handed him a comprehensive, highly detailed election dossier.

“Memorize every detail of this by tomorrow morning,” Luella instructed. “I’m backing you for the leadership transition election next week.”

“What?!”

Burt stared at the files in his hands, leaping to his feet in sheer terror as he gaped at the person across from him. “Mr. Langley, are you saying you want to make me the Executive Chief?”

“Is there a problem?” Luella’s lips twitched, her expression deadly serious. “Lachlan Langley is never bouncing back from this, and Stellara Country needs someone at the helm.”

“I’ve looked at all the options, and you’re the best fit.”

“No.”

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