In their large numbers, Harold headed them to Avalon Heights, and as they got to the location, they stared unabashedly, their gazes fixed on the luxury that was before them, rendering them speechless,Some individuals slowly released deep breaths as they gazed at their surroundings with unblinking eyes,One of the top officials suddenly spoke,“I know this area! The houses in these places aren't cheap at all! I tried getting an apartment, but one cost over fifty million dollars per annum, way beyond my salary”"That's right! I have a billionaire client who stays in one of these, and it wasn't an easy purchase for him, even as a billionaire”Another person chipped in, and Harold smirked, he was buying his time before he would sow his seed of doubt and distrust.“Do you know what it means to own several of these homes? That person has to be a multi-billionaire. Purchasing a home like this is far beyond people of our kind and work”The secretary of state spoke loudly and a few others nod

Hearing his name, Sarah's frown lifted a bit as her eyes sparkled; she found herself wondering why they were asking about her savior; after her husband's death at the battlefront, Richard had seen to all of their needs, hers and her children. Lost in thoughts, she smiled as she glanced at Andrew and nodded, Andrew didn't fail to miss the change in her attitude, and he smirked to himself; it was obvious she was overly cordial with Richard and they weren't mere acquaintances, her attitude had given that much away, Turning to the crowd, he raised his hands and voice, “What do you say we interview all of these women and get to know what sort of dirty and sickening thing is going on here” Everyone bobbed their heads enthusiastically, as they called for the others. Sarah's brows furrowed as she glanced at them before looking at Andrew once more, who immediately nodded curtly as he responded loudly, “We would like to meet your other neighbors, we have to know those who live in our c

Her words seemed to jolt the officials’ guilts, and they began to murmur amongst themselves, their voices rising,“We have wronged Mayor Richard”Another nodded in agreement,"He's too noble a man”"I agree. Imagine taking care of these people single-handedly, all of their needs!”As the man spoke, he shook his head in amazement,“Yet we were already crucifying him without hearing him out. I feel so ashamed" another female official muttered, glaring daggers into Harold and Andrew.“We believed these two fools who have practically done nothing for the people!" “It all must be out of spite and jealousy! They can't match Mayor Richard’s footsteps, so they'd rather soil his name”As the man was speaking, he was sneering at the duo, even hissing loudly to express his displeasure. His lips were curled as he continued watching Harold and Andrew,The duo couldn't handle the officials’ words and were shaking their heads, Andrew most especially couldn't take the jabs anymore, he couldn't under

‘H-how’s this possible’ he mused to himself, almost crying in disbelief. He had come with the intent to maliciously slander Richard, but the fool was proving to be more of a saint than he realized.The officials, as well as Vivienne, picked the fallen book and skimmed through it, most of the officials sporting guilty looks on their faces; Vivienne's, on the other hand, was one of awe and astonishment; Richard was a rare breed.The journal detailed all of the good works Richard had done, receipts for donations he had made, charitable as well as to their personal and communal needs, Mrs Benson even had copies of letters of gratitude that the children had sent to Richard, even their aged parents, as well as a copy of the certificate of appreciate and man of the year that they had awarded Richard. It was a little eye-opening for each of them, some of them couldn't even bear to look at the journal anymore or Mrs Benson and the other women,At Harold's defeated expression, the officials e

Sighing to himself, Andrew nodded reluctantly and then smiled at the women, trying to buy them over with his innocent look; he knew what Harold was driving at, although he didn't expect that he would be made to carry Richard's responsibilities, but he had to accept as refusing would taint his political ambitions. With his heart beating rapidly against his chest, he seemingly smiled and nodded at the women and officials, his eyes beaming with unsaid promises.Seeing that the women had begun to calm down, Harold turned to Andrew as he whispered beneath his breath, instructing him to leave the area to not aggravate the issue further,“You have to leave now, things are beginning to die down. We can't risk another uproar. Take your men and media with you” as he spoke, he made sure to send smiles at the women and officials. Although Andrew was still seething with anger towards Harold, he nodded curtly and turned to leave, his men trailing behind him. Harold watched as they were walking aw