"How is that possible? Executive Carter is the number one go-to in Koryn City. If he can't do it, then nobody can."
As soon as these words were spoken, Owen chimed in.
It seems like this was plotted in advance, to applaud Dirk Carter to death.
Immediately, Deputy Secretary Hakeem Young said, "Comrade Dirk Carter, you are the youngest in the group, those who are capable do more work."
"Exactly, don't be all talk and no action, when it comes down to serious business, you get cold feet. It would be so embarrassing if word got out."
Minister Zora Strong commented sarcastically.
This is typical workplace PUA.
It's like they want to roast Dirk Carter over the flames.
But Dirk Carter wasn't angry.
He smiled slightly and looked at Mayor Elliot Douglas, saying, "Mayor Douglas, you are the Mayor, surely you're more capable than me. Given how dire the investment situation is, wouldn't it be better for you to personally take charge?"
