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The four characters for "rival" made David's facial expression darken slightly.
It's estimated that Selina isn't aware of the 'Project Deification' yet, if she had known, she would understand that it wasn't a matter of "giving it time"; the competition between them had already begun!
"For example, suppose one day you both want to advance to a high position in the headquarters, but there's only one spot, and they need to choose between the two of you."
"If your tax achievements are similar and your abilities are roughly the same, then, at that time, your backgrounds will play a huge role!"
"Just let Brown Soros use his background to pull some strings at headquarters, do you think, you would still have the chance to take that high position?"
Selina's words, for David, were another blow.
The situation he was facing was just like this.
The 'Project Deification' obviously could only choose one god, to then serve as the Tax Investigator or a regional bureau chief.
Previously, David hadn't confirmed Brown Soros's background, and he harbored a glimmer of hope, believing that as long as he was excellent enough, he would have a chance to be chosen!
But now, after seeing Brown Soros's background, he was no longer confident.
After all, his grandfather's firm was one of the top in America, and indeed the world, and whether it came to providing assistance or exerting influence, it certainly held an absolute advantage!
Seeing David apparently worried, Selina rejoiced inwardly and struck while the iron was hot, "Director David, our Kennedy Family might not have the power we used to, but we still have our deep roots. If you need it, we can offer you all the help..."
David fell into deep thought.
It was unmistakable that the other party intended to win him over.
One couldn't deny the power of the Kennedy family, but if he decided to side with the Kennedy family, that would mean standing opposite the group of capitalists, which was also very dangerous...
"Thank you for your hospitality, Miss Selina. I've had enough to eat, I shall head back now!"
David picked up his napkin and wiped his mouth, thinking that it wasn't yet time to choose sides decisively. Better to take one step at a time!
Watching David's retreating back, Selina wasn't too disappointed; she hadn't expected to persuade David with just one conversation.
After all, with David's naive background, she felt that sooner or later, he would come to understand the significance of one's background!
By then, it would be their turn to take the initiative!
...
In the blink of an eye, four days passed, and the date for the end of this assessment period had arrived.
While all the inspectors had faces flushed with eager anticipation and rapid breathing, Selina was the exception, even though she also revealed a hint of joy.
But her delight was different from that of the inspectors.
Four days ago, the day after her conversation with David ended, rumors about 'Project Deification' had already started circulating within the department.
To be honest, she hadn't expected such coincidence, and since it was just a rumor, she didn't dare to get too excited too soon.
Until now, the headquarters had finally issued a formal announcement, officially proclaiming the plan!
This meant that originally, David, Brown Soros, Bellamy Hattie, and their group, were just competitors on the list.
But after this announcement, as Selina initially said, they became true competitors!
After all, 'Project Deification' would only elevate one deity, and who would become this deity depended not only on individual ability but also on who had stronger backing!
David certainly had the ability, but what about connections?
The opportunity for their Kennedy Family was now at hand!
Selina had already decided in her heart to find the right time today to persuade David once again!
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Big Street District Branch.
Keanu burst into Katharine's office and exclaimed, "Director, 'Project Deification' has really been officially announced by headquarters!"
"Oh?"
Katharine was surprised and immediately opened the internal network to check.
After reading the announcement, it seemed she realized something and said in an epiphany, "So that means, David might have known about the plan in advance. No wonder, these past few days he has been delaying action on the three major cases!"
Keanu nodded in agreement, then replied, "Yes, he probably wants to use the achievements from the three major cases to leverage his position in 'Project Deification'!"
Katharine paused, her expression playfully contemplative as she asked, "Keanu, do you think David could be selected?"
"With his abilities, it's hard to say whether he could be selected or not, but the headquarters will definitely consider him one of the candidates, and if he really gets selected..."
Keanu didn't continue, but the envy and jealousy on his face were undeniable.
It took him a full 15 years to rise to the position of a Tax Investigator.
And now, with this so-called 'Project Deification,' if chosen, one is guaranteed at least the position of Tax Investigator, with the highest possibly being promoted directly to a local branch head, akin to a provincial governor.
This kind of meteoric rise gave him an inevitable sense of defeat, feeling that his 15 years of effort became worthless in the face of such an opportunity!