1053. Homecoming (4/5)
People come and go, and traffic rolls.
Ben McGee stood in the huge floor-to-ceiling window and looked out. Half of the town fell into view. After the snow swept through, the straight and flat roads were exposed, and some gardens were still a little red.
Looking down at the busy or leisurely crowds below, McGee unconsciously felt a bit of heroic from the bottom of her heart.
Soon, this radiant spirit expanded rapidly and turned into ambition.
"Cruff", with a sound of the door, McGee subconsciously trembled, and quickly left the floor-to-ceiling window and walked to the side.
He looked up and saw that what he walked in was not what he thought Wang Bo, but Raf Jackson, who was gradually becoming his confidant young man.
He breathed a sigh of relief, stood in front of the window again and asked, "Where is the mayor? Raf, do you know where he went?"
Yes, he is standing in the mayor's office now, so there is such a large floor-to-ceiling window that makes him nervous when he hears the door being pushed open.
Jackson shrugged and said, "Maybe he's going to his ranch. The mayor likes to do some personal affairs when he's at work. I think he must be working on his own business again."
After hearing what his subordinates said, McGee showed a jealous expression on his face: "Damn it, God is really unfair. Why did he hand over such a good piece of land to a yellow-skinned hybrid? New Zealand is our National Party, and the land in Sunset Town should also belong to the National Party."
Jackson said helplessly: "But the reality is so unfair, and I can't understand why this is happening. Such a good town falls into the hands of a lazy and selfish guy. If it's the boss, you can definitely turn it into the second Queenstown."
"No, it's the second Auckland, Auckland in the South Island." McGee corrected.
He really thought so. Sunset Town has unique conditions, beautiful scenery, convenient transportation, important geographical location, fertile soil, and excellent quality of livestock. It is simply a paradise carefully cultivated by God.
But this paradise fell into the hands of a foreigner who didn't even know the New Zealand electoral system. Whenever McGee thinks of this problem, he hates it so much that he wants to spit.
Jackson said: "Yes, the second Oakland, I believe you can do it, boss. There are more than two months left to be the mayor's election day in Sunset Town. It would be great if you can beat Mayor Wang at that time."
Speaking of this, McGee shook his head helplessly: "Forget it, man, let's face the reality. There will be no second mayor in Sunset Town. I really don't understand what the people in Wellington think, how could they allow a town to be built on a private land?"
"It's very simple. They wanted to use this method to reclaim this land. In the past, this was New Zealand's last independent territory. They obviously wanted to build a town on this land first, and then send their people to the mayor position through elections. In this way, they slowly erode and eventually nationalize the land." Jackson said.
McGee sneered: "Ha, I think so beautifully. Those idiots, they certainly didn't expect that the town is developing very well now. The townspeople are very satisfied with the mayor's ability to govern. It's a dream to get back the leadership of the town."
Jackson thought about it and said, "But, based on the information I found out, this is not the case. Mayor Wang's status in Sunset Town is not unshakable."
"What if his status can be shaken? If I win the election, what? This is his private land and he can expel us!" McGee said angrily and powerlessly.
Jackson smiled and said, "I don't think he will do that, boss, we all see that this guy is still very concerned about the development of the territory. I think even if someone becomes the mayor, he is still willing to compromise as long as the town develops well."
"The most important thing is that life is not just the final say of the law. It belongs to the Green Party now. If our National Party wins the general election, then the Green Party will inevitably surrender to us. At that time, through party negotiations, we can let the Green Party force Wang Bo to compromise."
McGee is not a fool, he shook his head and said, "This is not reliable. Mayor Wang is a very tough bastard, so he won't buy it."
Jackson said: "Why not? Sunset Town's industry is so big, it's no longer enough for him to say. I mean, you are too pessimistic. If you are interested in the mayor, you may find that this is a possible success after trying it."
McGee looked at him in confusion and said, "Are you so confident?"
Jackson took a natural gesture and said, "Yes, boss, I have confidence in you. If you can be elected as mayor, then Wang Bo will compromise through party pressure and our negotiations."
"Look, you don't want to own his land and property. Your goal is in the Congress of Wellington. Sunset Town is just a ladder for you to advance. After you become the mayor, just promise Wang Bo to work hard to develop the town. After you take office, you will be promoted to Wellington or Auckland to serve, and give him a better town. What's wrong with him?"
"Especially, the Green Party will put pressure on him. When he is in trouble internally and externally, what other choice do you think he can have?"
After hearing Jackson's words, McGee showed a thoughtful expression: "You are right, Raf, I have to admit that you are saying something."
Jackson said: "I just told a fact. Boss, think about it, winning the National Party election is a foregone conclusion, so you are only one step away from becoming the mayor and even saying that you are entering Congress: you win the hearts of the people in the election, get their votes, and become the mayor!"
McGee frowned and thought about the topic, then nodded slowly: "There are some truths, but it is not easy to get votes from the townspeople. After all, we are outsiders."
"It's up to man, boss, whether it's the national election or the township election, it's a gamble. I think the future benefits are worth a bet. Anyway, the party has given you a lot of money."
After Jackson said this, McGee became alert: "How do you know that the party has given me a lot of money? Besides, this money is used to give the party votes in this area."
Jackson said: "Everyone knows this news. After all, you are the backbone member of the National Party that the most important. I don't think it's worth using this money to attract votes for the party, because the votes in Sunset Town do not affect the victory of our National Party. Instead, you have to consider yourself. If you don't seize this opportunity, I think it will be difficult for you to enter Congress in the future."
McGee nodded slowly and looked calm: "So, if we run, how can we win the vote?"
Chapter completed!