American Tax Officer

Time swiftly moved on to May 15th.

At nine in the morning, Lewis Keanu and other high-ranking officials from the branch entered the director's office and presented David with a pile of documents.

These were the work reports on the Hollywood tax receipts collected by various departments during this period.

After a brief overview, following Disney's acceptance of punishment, the combined taxes of all the big and small film companies in Hollywood amounted to 143.6 billion US dollars.

Generally speaking, it was more than expected, and David was quite satisfied. He then praised everyone, "Not bad, you've all worked hard during this time." Find more chapters on My Virtual Library Empire

"It's what we ought to do..."

Although everyone responded with modesty on the surface, each of them couldn't hide their joy.

Their workload had been tremendous, not just David's.

Fortunately, the tax collection work focusing on Hollywood had been completed. Not only could they now relieve their stress, but it was also time for rewards and recognition.

"There's something... I think it's time to tell you all."

The crowd immediately perked up their ears.

"This is the situation: The main bureau has already informed me that they want me to take a position at the city bureau. The transfer orders should come through in about a month or two."

Last time Donald visited Los Angeles, I had already discussed this with him.

This was compensation for the obstacle in his promotion to the main bureau due to interference from Freemasonry, and also because the tax inquiry in Hollywood was completed and there wasn't much room left for David to demonstrate his skills at the Western Suburb Branch.

The crowd seemed surprised by this news but soon came to terms with it.

Now that the tax situation in the Western Suburb had been mostly sorted out, it seemed inappropriate for someone as talented as David to stay there.

However, what no one noticed was that Keanu's eyes were flickering with excitement.

Now that he was Deputy Director of the Western Suburb Branch, if David was promoted to the city bureau, then that Director's seat here... Perhaps he could look forward to it as well?

"In the future, the Western Suburb Branch might be in your hands. I'm counting on you all to take good care of it."

People like Keanu and Lewis, who had been transferred to the Western Suburbs just a few months ago, were just becoming familiar with their positions and work there.

Even if David was promoted to the city bureau, he had no plans to transfer them too.

Leaving them to steady the foundation of the Western Suburb Branch was more advantageous for their future promotion paths.

Of course, David was definitely going to bring along trusted aides like Nisen Bakesimmons.

"Don't worry, Director, we will manage the Western Suburb Branch well," they all echoed, Keanu particularly keen.

"Alright, let's get ready for the assessment period meeting. Everyone go up on stage later to summarize the report on the Hollywood tax work."

At one in the afternoon, the assessment period meeting was held as scheduled in the conference room on the seventh floor.

As usual, after David went up on stage and briefly introduced the current assessment period, commended those who should be commended, and awarded those who should be rewarded, he let high-ranking officials like Keanu Lewis take turns to go on stage and give their reports.

As the meeting neared its end, David resumed control over the proceedings, announcing his upcoming transfer to the city bureau, which immediately dampened the spirits of many inspectors in the room.

Under David's leadership, the Western Suburb Branch had not only been illustrious in battle but had also received commendations from the main bureau, the public, and even the White House. This had made the inspectors remarkably proud, and they walked with their heads held high.

But with David leaving, the branch would likely return to its former unremarkable state – a disparity difficult for many to accept.

"Ladies and gentlemen, though I may be leaving, my heart and spirit will always remain here with you. So, do not feel lost; we should look forward..."

Seeing the inspectors' low spirits, David began an American-style motivational speech.

About ten minutes later, with his final remark, "This meeting is adjourned," the inspectors began to orderly get up and move towards the exit.

David too exited the room, took the elevator down to the first floor lobby, where a large number of media were already waiting.

Because the Western Suburb Branch had been preoccupied with tax collections from various Hollywood companies, there hadn't been time to disclose specific amounts and details to the media.

But now that the collection work was completed, it was naturally time to make a public report to the media.

"Please be quiet, and listen to what I have to say."

The media cooperated, and silence promptly fell over the scene.

"The tax audit and collection process for Hollywood has been completed as of today. In addition to the eight major film companies, our Western Suburb Branch has accumulated a sum of 143.6 billion US dollars in taxes."

Upon hearing this, the media immediately buzzed with surprise.

"Oh my God, as high as 143 billion US dollars? Plus the back taxes and fines paid by the previous eight major companies, that's over 300 billion dollars!"

"Who knew Hollywood of all places had over 300 billion dollars in outstanding taxes? They should have had Director David come in earlier."

"Just Hollywood alone has uncovered so many tax issues. Just think about Wall Street, think about Silicon Valley."

"Wall Street is the world's financial center and also a hotbed for tax evasion and avoidance. If Director David could audit there, I bet there'd be at least 3000 billion US dollars!"