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“Let’s go.” 

Alice nodded and followed him. 

Linda spoke up quickly. 

“They’re just embarrassed and frustrated. Guys, please don’t get mad.” 

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The townspeople hadn’t really seen the world much, but pride mattered a lot to them. 

One choice would shame them, reminding them of the cold, selfish things they’d done before. 

The other made them feel powerful, like they might get rich. 

Even a fool could see which option was more appealing. 

Some of the people who were still unsure finally made their choice. 

Linda finally relaxed and smiled at Yvette. 

Yvette glanced at Michael. 

When Eric had shown up earlier, Michael had looked awful, his whole presence heavy and oppressive. 

Now, though, he looked completely different, noticeably more confident and handsome. 

“Beating him alone is enough to prove a point to Nolan Group’s shareholders.” 

He clenched his fists. 

Ever since childhood, he had lived in Eric’s shadow. 

He finally stepped out of it today. 

He was overjoyed. 

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Truman had just come back from checking the land when he saw Emma fuming. Clayton was equally upset. “We came here to help them rebuild, and they’re acting like we’re 

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some charity? 

“This is ridiculous!” 

Emma felt disheartened. 

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“Mr. Anderson is a good man. He’s only been gone a few days, and they’re already saying they don’t need him. 

“Now they’re voting, and they’ve even coordinated with the authorities. It’s heartbreaking!” 

Emma’s parents were simple, honest people. They could only sigh at the situation. 

After getting the basics, Truman didn’t get angry like the others. 

Instead, he went straight to Alice’s room. 

Alice still had the mood to scroll through short videos on her phone 

Eric was reading a county record he’d borrowed from the library. 

They both seemed completely unbothered by the project chaos outside. 

Still, as an employee, Truman had to report in. 

“Ms. Spencer, Mr. Eric, after today’s survey, I don’t think this area is suitable for our project. We should bring in Nolan Group’s senior management and explain.” 

Alice just nodded and said nothing. 

Truman was confused. 

That’s it?! This is a huge deal for Nolan Group’s investment! How could she just brush it off? 

“Ms. Spencer?” 

He wondered if they caught what he meant. 

So he tried to speak again. 

Alice put down her phone. “Voting is starting soon. You’ll be in charge of livestreaming it.” 

Truman seriously felt like Alice had been possessed. 

Still, he handed over the info he’d collected and went out to get ready for the livestream. 

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Time flew by, and in the blink of an eye, voting day arrived. 

Nobody cared about Dominic’s funeral. Everyone was at the town entrance instead. 

Emma’s parents were still hoping the townspeople would see who was really helping and back 

Alice. 

But they were collectively targeted and pushed out. 

By now, they’d been kicked out of town and weren’t allowed to vote. 

The ballot box for the vote had been set up by Jasper. Since he had past issues with Alice, he stayed out of it to stay fair. 

Even the officials praised him, saying he was showing fairness and responsibility. 

Once the notary staff arrived, the officials gave a quick rundown of the project, and the voting officially started. 

Yvette stood at the back of the line, watchin 

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veryone dropped their ballots into the box. 

Her smile widened. 

If things went as planned, that person would save the Martinez Group from collapsing. 

Then she’d get back at everyone who had mocked her. 

Also… 

Thinking of Alice’s smug face, Yvette’s eyes filled with hatred. 

She was determined to turn Alice into the biggest joke in Mapleford. 

As for Eric? 

Once the Martinez Group was the top power, the Nolan Group would be crawling to her for favors. 

She was definitely marrying Michael. 

But she could keep Eric around, too. 

Her smile grew even wider. 

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All she needed was for today’s vote to wrap up so she could humiliate Alice completely. 

Since Alice and Eric were the project leads, they had to be there. 

When they showed up, the voting officially kicked off. 

Truman asked Emma, “Has Ms. Spencer been in a bad mood lately?” 

Emma blinked. “I don’t think so.” 

“Then why isn’t she fighting for it?” 

Emma figured he meant the project and sighed. 

“People here only care about money. Sometimes, whether a project happens depends on the 

cost. 

“If the losses are too big, it’s better not to do it at all.” 

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