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THE WRONG MAN
Ethan ignored every voice. He tapped a secure contact and raised the phone to his ear. The call connected almost immediately.A calm voice answered. “Master Ethan, we are ready.”Ethan kept his gaze on Gideon. “You may come in.”The person on the other side responded, “Understood.”Ethan ended the call and returned the phone to his pocket.The lead officer stared at him. “Who did you just call?”“You will see,” Ethan replied.Gideon shook his head in open amusement. “This performance is becoming embarrassing. First forged records, now mysterious phone calls. Do you believe drama will save you?”Ethan said nothing.Gideon looked toward the security officers. “Take him away. There is no reason to delay this national debate any longer.”The lead officer moved closer and reached for Ethan’s arm. Before his hand touched him, a message came through the radio attached to his shoulder.“All units, hold position at the central aisle. Senior federal personnel are entering the main hall.”The of
ARREST THAT MAN!
Gideon’s supporters began shouting louder. Some accused the other candidates of working with Ethan. Others demanded that the moderator end the segment. The hall that had chanted Gideon’s name only minutes earlier was now divided between anger, doubt, and confusion.The moderator raised both hands. “Everyone must remain calm. This is a national broadcast.”Ethan unfolded another page. “The Westbrook documents are only the beginning. The diverted trucks connect to Northbridge Civic Solutions, campaign logistics accounts, and private financial channels tied to Gideon Harrick’s political network.”Gideon’s smile finally disappeared.“You are insane,” he said.Ethan held his gaze. “The documents disagree.”Gideon struck the podium with one palm. The sharp sound traveled through the hall and silenced several voices at once.“This has gone far enough,” Gideon said. His tone was no longer patient or amused. “This man is not a citizen asking a question. He is a criminal disrupting a national d
FOUNDATION OF LIES
Ethan opened the first page. “Truck WR-041 reached Westbrook. Truck WR-042 reached Westbrook. Truck WR-043 reached Westbrook. Truck WR-044 disappeared from the delivery route. Truck WR-045 was redirected to a private warehouse connected to Northbridge Civic Solutions.”A political commentator near the media platform whispered something urgently to his producer. Another journalist began typing on a tablet. The room had not turned against Gideon yet, but the laughter had stopped.Gideon leaned forward. “Anyone can print numbers on paper. That doesn't mean that what you say is true.”Ethan looked at him. “The documents contain approval codes from your office.”Gideon’s expression hardened. “You expect this country to believe that because you claim it?”“No,” Ethan replied. “I expect them to believe the records once they are verified.”The moderator glanced uneasily toward the event director standing near the stage. “Mr. Harrick, do you recognize the Westbrook Relief Program referenced by
THE FIRST PIECE OF TRUTH
Onstage, Gideon gave a quiet chuckle. “This is what happens during an election. Some people believe accusations are more valuable than policies.”Ethan watched him closely. “Are you saying no accusation against you can be true?”Gideon spread his hands slightly. “I am saying serious accusations require serious proof. You have offered neither proof nor even your name.”The crowd applauded that answer.Gideon allowed the applause to continue before adding, “Still, I respect every citizen’s right to question those seeking power. Ask whatever you came to ask, and I will answer you honestly.”His supporters rose again, cheering his confidence.Ethan saw the calculation behind the smile. Gideon believed he had already won the exchange. He saw a poorly dressed stranger without visible allies, a man he could dismiss before the entire nation.The moderator pointed toward Ethan. “You have thirty seconds remaining.”Ethan slowly moved closer to the front rows. The security officers followed at a
EVERYTHING YOU HEARD WAS A LIE
Several Gideon supporters nearby heard the name and turned toward Ethan. One man laughed when he saw Ethan's appearance, while another raised his phone to record what he expected would be a humiliating exchange for Ethan.Onstage, the moderator looked toward the central section. “Sir, please remain where you are and introduce yourself.”Ethan stepped into the aisle instead.Two security officers near the wall immediately watched him more closely. The coordinator reached for his arm, but he continued forward at a controlled pace, carrying the microphone at his side.“Sir, you need to remain beside your seat,” she warned as she followed him.Ethan did not stop. “People at the back deserve to see the me speak.”The moderator’s expression tightened. “Please follow the venue rules. You may ask your question from the aisle.”Ethan stopped several rows closer to the stage. Every large screen in the hall now showed him from different angles. His worn jacket, plain shoes, and unusual beard sto
ONE MINUTE TO CHANGE VERDANIS
Gideon placed both hands on his podium. “When I become president, no child in Verdanis will go hungry because of where they were born. No village will be forgotten because it lacks political influence. No wounded veteran will beg for treatment after serving this country.”The hall exploded with applause.The businessman beside Ethan rose and shouted, “That is our president!”Others joined him. “Gideon! Gideon! Gideon!”Even several undecided guests were clapping now. Journalists exchanged looks across the media platforms, already understanding which candidate would dominate tomorrow morning headlines.Ethan remained seated.His anger was not loud. It settled inside him with the cold weight of a decision already made. Gideon was using the victims of his own corruption as proof of his compassion. He spoke of hungry children after stealing their food. He praised wounded veterans after allowing their equipment to be redirected. He promised transparent leadership while hiding millions thr
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