Delilah Goodman's skin was already delicate, with water droplets clinging to it.

The feeling of touching it was even smoother.

Dirk Carter began to gently massage from her neck, little by little.

When his hands covered her chest, Delilah Goodman's throat let out a soft moan, and she closed her eyes, seemingly enjoying it.

The softness and elasticity made Dirk Carter unable to stop.

After staying for a while, he began to explore downward.

From her waist with not a trace of excess flesh, down to her peach-like hips.

Delilah Goodman could no longer bear it, snuggling into Dirk Carter's chest, her whole body soft and pliant, as if she had lost consciousness.

"Shall we go to the bed?"

Dirk Carter asked in a low voice.

Delilah Goodman bashfully nodded.

Dirk Carter directly stood up from the bathtub, ignoring the splashing water, picked up Delilah Goodman, carried her into the bedroom, and tossed her onto a warmly decorated round waterbed.

Looking at the tempting body before him.

Just as Dirk Carter was about to move, Delilah Goodman pressed him down, murmuring, "Let me dry you off."

As soon as she spoke.

She opened her mouth and darted out her red tongue.

She began licking every place on Dirk Carter covered with water droplets.

Unexpectedly, her so-called "drying" was actually using her lips.

The warmth and softness caressed Dirk Carter's skin, every pore breathing, it felt truly transparent.

Gazing at the body before him.

Dirk Carter took a deep breath and pinned her down.

Parting her legs slightly, entering deeply...

After the act.

Dirk Carter gently stroked Delilah Goodman's heaving chest.

Looking at her satisfied expression, he asked with a smile, "How was it? Was it satisfying?"

"Mhm!"

Delilah Goodman responded softly.

"Being with you... too satisfying. I find that I can't bear to leave you."

Delilah Goodman said.

Dirk Carter kissed her forehead and said, "Silly girl, if you can't bear it, then don't leave, did someone else catch your interest?"

"What are you talking about?"

Delilah Goodman playfully hit his chest.

She mumbled, "You don't know, do you? There's already word from above saying that in the next few days, I'm going to be transferred."

Boom!

Like a bolt from the blue.

Dirk Carter, who had been quite calm, sat up abruptly and asked, "When was this, and why didn't I know?"

"Magistrate Summers has already spoken to me. The City Committee has decided to transfer me to the City Health Department as the deputy director."

Saying this, Delilah Goodman's voice started to choke up.

"That's a good thing, why are you unwilling?"

Dirk Carter asked, puzzled.

Delilah Goodman also sat up, wrapping her arm around Dirk Carter's neck, and said, "If I go to the city, I'll definitely be busier, and we won't know if we'll have time to meet each other in the future."

Dirk Carter laughed suddenly.

He said, "Silly girl, I thought you were being transferred out of the province or the country. We're both in Ardmore City, not far at all; there's no scarcity of opportunities to meet. This is a good thing, we should be happy about it."

"But... but I can't bear it."

Delilah Goodman's voice was tender, and she hugged Dirk Carter tighter.

"As I've always said, people aim high, water flows low. At your age, to step into a deputy director level, your future is boundless. If love is long-lasting, why should it be confined to moments?"

Dirk Carter's comforting words finally made Delilah Goodman feel a bit better.

She whispered in Dirk Carter's ear, "So you won't abandon me, right?"

"Of course not, how could I bear to?"

Dirk Carter teased, his fingers playing with her sensitive spot.

The ticklish sensation surged back once more.

Her face flushed.

She asked, "Can I have it one more time?"

Dirk Carter pressed her down and said, "Ten more times if you want..."

Three days after this date.

Delilah Goodman received the official transfer order from the city.

She was relieved of her position as director of Stillwater County Health Department and transferred to Ardmore City Health Department as deputy director.

On the same day.

Another piece of news stirred up the County Committee office.

There were rumors from the city that Dahlia Hughes was also going to be transferred.

Upon hearing this, Dirk Carter seemed to sense something unusual.

First Delilah Goodman, then Dahlia Hughes—both women had significant ties to him and had greatly assisted him in his political career. If merely a coincidence, it seemed unlikely.

Very soon.

Dirk Carter was called into Donal Lewis's office.

When he pushed the door open, Dahlia Hughes was also sitting inside.

"Have you heard? Deputy Director Hughes is getting transferred."

As soon as Dirk Carter entered, Donal Lewis got straight to the point.

Dirk Carter nodded, glanced at Dahlia Hughes, and asked, "When did this news come?"

Dahlia Hughes looked worried and said, "It's a recommendation from the City Committee. It's up for discussion at the committee meeting today. The current direction isn't confirmed yet, but there's a high chance she'll go to Sunward County as the Deputy Party Secretary."

A promotion is a good thing.

Like Delilah Goodman.

But seeing both of them frowning.

Dirk Carter had a sense of understanding.

Asked, "What are you worried about, Director?"

Donal Lewis sighed and said, "Deputy Director Hughes hasn't been in her position long, and she's handling the Sunglow Town Tea Cooperative. Technically, her position shouldn't change soon. With such a sudden transfer, there's definitely some behind-the-scenes maneuvering happening."

Dirk Carter asked, "Are you worried that Kelton Levin is making a move?"

Donal Lewis nodded.

He said, "After Dylan Tate's death, Kelton Levin surely thinks I have no constraints, so he's likely supporting Sherman Summers. You can see this from the City Bureau's intervention last time when Sherman Summers was at a disadvantage. Moving Deputy Director Hughes seems clear to be severing my right-hand allies."

"I don't think it's Mayor Levin's doing."

Dirk Carter said.

Donal Lewis was taken aback, "Why?"

Dirk Carter squinted his eyes and spoke slowly, "Kelton Levin acknowledges Dylan Tate's capability. He believes Dylan Tate could suppress you, but he doesn't know Sherman Summers well. Moreover, the previous incident also proved that Sherman Summers didn't gain any advantage against you. In such a context, he wouldn't exert such effort to support Sherman Summers. Even if he wanted to help, it would only be symbolic, for appearance's sake. Although he's the mayor, truly promoting a deputy director requires balanced interests all around—it's not just a simple transfer. Director, do you think Kelton Levin is someone who would make blind bets?"

"Secretary Dirik, I think there's merit in what you're saying."

Beside them, Dahlia Hughes said.

Donal Lewis thought for a moment and asked, "So you're saying this transfer of Deputy Director Hughes is completely normal?"

"No, it's definitely not. I suspect someone else is pulling the strings. Deputy Director Hughes has done nothing wrong and has ongoing tasks. If she's to be transferred, a lateral move wouldn't make sense—only a promotion would work. Of course, their goals are as we guessed, which is to weaken your power, Director."

Dirk Carter said confidently.

"Someone else? Who do you think it could be?"

Dahlia Hughes asked.

Dirk Carter shook his head and said, "We don't know yet, but when the orders come out, we'll find out soon enough."

Indeed.

The political scene is the place with the most secrets.

But sometimes, keeping secrets is impossible.

Especially with such public matters.

In the two confrontations with Sherman Summers, Donal Lewis held the upper hand each time.

Sherman Summers isn't someone who easily submits. Since returning, he hasn't mentioned previous incidents at all, as if they never happened. Dirk Carter had already warned Donal Lewis that Sherman Summers might have a major plan brewing; now that premonition has come true, indeed.

Sighing deeply.

Donal Lewis said, "We can only take it one step at a time, Dirk. Could you assist with Deputy Director Hughes's send-off?"

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