Rising from the Ashes (Andrew) novel Chapter 1431

However, more Chamber of Commerce members were still making their statements, eagerly rushing to pledge their loyalty to Andrew.

The Keller sisters were completely stunned, utterly speechless. If they had not witnessed it with their own eyes, they would have thought these people were under some kind of spell.

Had Andrew somehow controlled their minds and turned them into his puppets?

Nonetheless, the reality was right there in front of them. Whether they believed it or not, they had to accept it.

"H-How did he manage to win over so many people with just a few words? Half of the people are already supporting Andrew. Could he really be about to steal the chairman position?"

"It's not just half—it's nearly two-thirds already. Even when Dad was in office, his approval rating was only around this number."

"This guy is just too good at winning people over!"

Finally, the heart-stopping show of hands came to an end. Looking around the room, more than two-thirds of the people had raised their hands for Andrew, showing their complete support.

The remaining less than one-third were split—nearly half of them remained motionless. This gesture meant they were abstaining, neither supporting nor opposing Andrew.

Only a pitiful few people stood with Duncan, expressing their opposition. However, their faces looked absolutely miserable.

The majority ruled, but this minority was pathetically small, so few that they could practically be ignored.

With a heavy sigh, one of Duncan's supporters turned to him and said, "Duncan, it's over. Just withdraw while you still can. Walk away now, and you still can save face."

Duncan shot up from his seat like a rocket, his face red with rage as he shouted, "Withdraw? Why the hell should I? Andrew, you little punk! You think you can go up against me? I'll destroy you! I oppose this! I'll use everything my family has to oppose you—to the very end!"

His fury was so intense that spit flew from his mouth as he yelled. The people sitting nearby got splattered and frantically wiped their faces, looking disgusted.

Andrew calmly stood up from his seat and walked over to face Duncan directly.

"Mr. Irving Senior, so you're opposing me?"

The few people who had originally supported Duncan scrambled on their hands and knees toward Andrew! "Mr. Lloyd, we support you—completely support you!"

"Please, Mr. Lloyd, lead us to success and fortune from now on!"

The three Keller sisters stood frozen like statues, wondering what the hell was happening.

There were about 80 Chamber of Commerce members, and they were just one vote short of a unanimous decision. Moreover, that one opposing vote was now lying by the door, possibly not even breathing.

George stood up, his smile growing wider and wider. Finally, he began clapping his hands together with enthusiasm.

"From today forward, I hope Mr. Lloyd will lead our Gabo Creek Chamber of Commerce to charge ahead fearlessly!"

All the members shouted in unison, "Lead us forward, Mr. Lloyd!"