But.

Mark still ate some.

After all, it was Francis Underwood, the House of Representatives' biggest figure, who invited, and everyone in Washington knew that Underwood was not such a benevolent guy.

Soon.

The grilled ribs on the table turned into bare bones at a rate visible to the naked eye.

Compare the quantities.

Mark won by a narrow margin.

Francis wiped the corners of his mouth and handed Mark a copy of the Ohio newspaper that had been placed next to him.

"What is this?"

"Take a look."

Mark smiled and shook his head, then took the newspaper that Francis handed over.

into the eyes.

Walker appealed to Black voters, a loyal supporter of the Democratic Party, in Dayton, Ohio, on Sunday to help him "restore social and economic justice in America."

Garrett Walker.

Democratic.

The newspaper also said that Walker told the more than 1,000 parishioners gathered at the Chailo Baptist Church in Dayton: "My friends, this is the choice you should make in this election." This choice is about what kind of country and society we will have! ”

Mark took his eyes off the newspaper and looked at Francis on the other side and said with an indifferent expression: "Why should I read this?" ”

Francis also said lightly: "I accepted Walker's invitation to help you win this election." ”

Mark didn't speak.

Who wins or loses doesn't have much to do with him.

Even if a monkey wins the election and sits on the throne on his home turf, Mark is still a giant of the FBI.

After a while.

Francis looked at Mark who was silent, and said, "After I helped Garrett Walker win the election and sit on the throne, Walker promised to appoint me Secretary of State in return." ”

Mark glanced at him and said, "I remember when you first came here, you said that you don't believe a politician's words unless they fall literally." ”

Francis nodded.

Mark raised an eyebrow, "So you're sure Walker will appoint you Secretary of State after he succeeds?" ”

"He didn't have a choice, he needed my influence in the House."

"It's the same when you're elected, and don't forget, it's easier to push Walker's proposals in the House of Representatives than it is for you to be Secretary of State."

“…… He won't. ”

Francis Underwood frowned, although he said something, but he was already suspicious in his heart.

Which is more important, Secretary of State or the House of Representatives?

On the surface, it looks like a secretary of state.

But it's actually the House of Representatives.

Mark shrugged his shoulders and continued to look at the newspaper.

The second page is full of Walker's criticism of the incumbent president's policies over the past four years.

The incumbent president said that he would continue to promote a global counter-terrorism policy after his re-election, and Walker directly blamed the terrorist attacks that have occurred on the soil in the past four years.

There are several.

All in all.

Whatever the current president says, Walker is directly interviewed and publicly refuted by the exposed situation.

Mark looked at the words on the last page of the newspaper.

A recent poll conducted by the Joint Center for Economic and Political Research showed that 70 percent of dark-skinned voters voted for Walker, well ahead of the incumbent president, who is seeking re-election......

It's a delicate situation.

Mark thought to himself as he folded the newspaper.

But......

Mind his business.

Mark smiled and said to Francis, "I still don't quite understand what kind of meal you invited me to eat?" ”

Francis reverted to his original form and said to Mark, "Help us." ”

Mark blinked as if he had heard a big joke, "Are you kidding me?" I'm a Republican, not a Democrat. ”

There is a turnstile saying.

But Mark was unwilling.

The republic itself denotes the superstructure, as for democracy?

Democracy is good, but let Mark mingle with people of all colors would rather choose to be independent.

The character can't collapse.

Mark reminded himself again.

Frances, on the other hand, shook his head and smiled: "Mark, if we succeed, we need an ally on our side." ”

"I'm the head of the federal bureau, not the attorney general."

“…… When Walker is elected, you will be. ”

“……”

Mark, who was already about to get up and leave, hesitated for a moment, sat down again, and looked at Francis silently.

There is no doubt that the president has the highest executive power and has the power to appoint and dismiss officials.

But......

"Why?"

"You're my friend."

"I'm a friend of a lot of people and have no intention of offending Francis."

"You have enough seniority to solve both terrorist attacks and major cases quickly, and the state of New York under your tenure is far more secure than any other state."

"Haha, thanks for the compliment, but I'll forget it anyway."

“…… Why? ”

"I love New York, the climate here in Washington is a bit uncomfortable for me, and if you can get that, you should know that I'm semi-retired after taking over the New York State Board."

"But your name is enough to deter them."

Mark smiled and shook his head at Francis and said, "That's because I only stay in one place, and I won't go to them if they don't mess with me, this is what you often call a compromise." ”

Francis: "......"

Francis's temptation finally disappeared after Mark's interjection......

Night falls.

Mark sat on the couch and watched a talent show on the TV.

Kate was cooking in the kitchen.

Mark's gaze was on the TV, but he was distracted.

Attorney general?

FBI sub-bureau seats?

There is no doubt about this problem.

Does Mark want to be a presidential heir in line?

Think.

But it's just a thought.

Giving him the throne of the Minister of Justice in his arms, Mark would not ask for it.

Not to mention that it's just hypothetical.

Besides.

Although the position of the Minister of Justice is good, an uneasy old man always has to worry as much as he wants.

An careless attorney general can turn into a backstabber at any time.

This is true of the world of origins.

Not to mention here.

Half an hour.

Mark looked at the food on his plate and looked up at Kate very seriously and said, "Kate, I'm a human, not a rabbit." ”

Look at what's on your plate.

Except for the green ones, the ones are green, and at most the vegetables are topped with a layer of gravy.

Kate smiled and said, "Are the grilled ribs at noon delicious?" ”

Mark was stunned.

Kate grabbed the phone next to her, clicked it, and handed it to Mark.

Mark took it and looked at it.

[House Majority Whip Francis Underwood Invites FBI New York State Director to Lunch – Washington Herald!] 】

Kate looked at Mark's expression and asked, "You don't know?" ”

Mark looked up.

Jingle bells!

Looking at the caller ID of the mobile phone, he shook it and said to Kate: "Do you think I seem to know, sure enough, the realm of Washington can't stay for long, and the most basic trust between people is gone." ”

Kate: "......"