Chapter 703
"That night, I had a meal with Ethan," Isaac said, puffing out a smoke ring.

Ethan?

Connor's smile instantly disappeared, and his gaze grew solemn.

Even those on the lowest rung of the ladder knew who Ethan was, much less Connor, who'd been a high-ranking official for so many years.

"Isaac, what are you trying to say?" Connor's voice also grew deeper.

Isaac raised his cup and had a sip of coffee. Softly, he replied, "Connor, you're a good official. I think you can stand on an even bigger stage."

Upon hearing that, a smile bloomed on Connor's face once again. He shook his head and said, "I'm going to retire in two years. You're not a part of my world, so you don't know what my position entails. I think, after so many years, I've done enough! After I retire, I just want to enjoy coffee and play chess with the other elders. If my son does well, I may even get some grandchildren soon."

Despite those words, Isaac could see different emotions on Connor's face—satisfaction, disappointm
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