"I regret to inform you that the matter of the numbers is for the committee to decide, not within my purview; please forgive my inability to assist!"
Listening to Josh's refusal, Church narrowed his eyes before swiftly changing the subject, "Don't be too hasty in declining, Josh. This could be a good opportunity for you."
"Opportunity? What do you mean?"
"Let me be frank. You may appear to be in a glorious position as the House Majority Whip at face value, but in reality, because of your stance, you have been suppressed by Nancy for many years. Am I right?"
At these words, Josh's expression darkened slightly.
Indeed, Church was correct. Josh's association with Freemasonry and his unclear relationship with the Illuminati and the Angsa people had long made him disfavored by Nancy, the haughty Speaker of the House. Thus, suppression was almost inevitable.
However, it must be said that he was also a shrewd politician.
