Leo wrote Monroe's name next to "Governor."
"Second."
Leo drew another arrow.
"When Monroe becomes Governor, the position of Vice Governor will become vacant. And the one to replace him will be the newly appointed Acting President of the State Senate—William Saint Cloud."
Leo wrote William's name next to "Vice Governor."
Ethan stared at the roadmap of power transition on the whiteboard, his breathing growing a little ragged.
Leo continued with his deduction.
"Now, let's look at the pardon committee."
"By the time Luigi's case needs a pardon, the committee chairman will be William Saint Cloud. He's our man, so that's one guaranteed vote."
"The most crucial part is the remaining three expert seats."
Leo's pen tapped the three empty spots.
"The current three experts were appointed by Campbell. They're the Establishment Faction's watchdogs, and they'll be hard to deal with."
"But once Monroe becomes Governor, he'll have the authority to reappoint those three seats."
