Chapter 969

Qian Zilai knew full well that he would become a pawn in Si Ren's hands to keep Yao Honghui in check, yet he was more than willing to accept it. People in official positions possess a craving for power that outsiders can scarcely imagine. Especially at the level he had currently reached, taking even one step further required not only formidable connections and resources, but also immense luck and exceptional skill—every single one of these was indispensable. He had neither background nor resources; he had reached this point entirely through luck. Naturally, he had also made many decisions against his conscience and employed plenty of underhanded methods.