American Tax Officer

Chapter 610: Chapter 307: Reaching an Agreement_2
 

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“In recent years, our Freemasonry has expanded too quickly, from the White House to Congress – our people are everywhere. Do you think the Angsa people have no opinion about this? No, they are quite bothered by it, just like us; they just don’t want to tear off each other’s masks just yet!”

“So what are you actually trying to say?”

Listenting to Joshua’s question, Munoz replied unhurriedly, “What I’m trying to say is that within the group of Angsa people, probably many have come to realize the role David plays, like how he might be used to weaken our power. You understand now, don’t you?”

Upon hearing his words, it was as if everyone at the scene had been struck hard on the head, suddenly coming to a realization.

Put yourself in their shoes for a moment.

If Disney, the Sackler family, and these families were Angsa people, would they not be delighted to see these families being toyed with by David?

The answer is definitely yes.

They too would want someone to come along to weaken the Angsa’s influence and then sit back to watch the tigers fight, swooping in to pick up the spoils!

And if they all have this idea, would the Angsa people not?

Impossible!

They’re not fools.

These people would definitely also like to see David take action against their Freemasonry.

Therefore, their continued support for David might not simply be about protecting interests; they could also be intending to use David as a pawn against us!”

“If that’s the case, we can’t hold any reservations against the Ansa Group anymore; we have to suppress David by any means necessary first!”@@novelbin@@

“Exactly, David is merely a chess piece. The heavens cannot be overturned by such, and it’s impossible for him to fundamentally harm us. But the Ansa Group can!”

“We must act decisively and cut through the chaos quickly, to prevent David from growing further with the support of the Ansa Group!”

Although in recent times David had caused considerable harm to the Freemasonry Group, many still only saw him as a thorn in the eye, not truly believing that this thorn could be lethal to them.

But the Ansa Group was different.

This group was an adversary with comparable strength to their own Freemasonry Group and posed a real risk of their downfall.

So nearly everyone present agreed that they could not allow the Angsa to continue supporting David, they had to contain him, to serve as a response and a warning to the Angsa!

“Kudus, intensify lobbying efforts with the president. Joshua, represent our group and talk to the major families of the Ansa Group to see if they are determined to keep supporting David!”

Henrietta, who was also listening, issued instructions, clearly realizing that allowing this situation to continue could bring substantial damage to the entire group.

“As for the Y party, Roosevelt, and the other major families – that’s manageable, but as for the Kennedy Family… I think they’re absolutely committed to strong support for David, so…”

Joshua’s face showed his difficulty.

Their Freemasonry’s conflict with the Kennedy Family was essentially irreconcilable. If he had to talk to this family, it would surely be risky, hence his reluctance.

“Ignore the Kennedy Family, just talk to the three major families!”

Henrietta was clearly aware that the real leaders of the Ansa Group now were the three major families, and although the Kennedy Family still had some power, there wasn’t much need to regard their stance.

“Alright then.”

Upon hearing that he could ignore the Kennedy Family, Joshua immediately agreed to do so.

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Beneath the undercurrents, a week quietly passed.

During this time, David was punctual in arriving at work each morning and equally timely in leaving, when the day ended.

So what was he doing during work hours?

The answer is slacking off!

And why was he slacking off?

The reason was simple: he was, in a way, putting covert pressure on headquarters.

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You’ve been discussing my promotion for half a day and still haven’t come to a conclusion, so I might as well slack off.

Just like the workers, teachers, and truck drivers in America, once they face an unequal situation concerning their interests, they’ll strike and protest until they get the benefits they want before they resume their jobs.

And yet, what David is doing is merely slacking off, not going on an actual strike, which is already giving them a lot of face.

What he doesn’t know is that the ones who are most anxious upon seeing him slack off are not the higher-ups at the IRS but rather the Ansa Group.

After being enlightened during the last banquet conversation, the major families carefully studied the situation and came to a unanimous conclusion. Utilizing David to weaken the power of Freemasonry was, indeed, a very good choice for them at the moment.

And while David was slacking off daily, not only was he unable to weaken the power of Freemasonry, but more importantly, there was no follow-up funding for the W Act, which were the reasons for their urgency.

“Director, the data from Binance Company have been sent over. Would you like to review them?”

Kepel walked into the office and spoke to David, who was by the window tending to the potted plants with scissors in hand.

“No need.”

David didn’t pay much attention and continued to be absorbed in his fish-feeding task.

“Um… so it’s the usual today?”

In the past week, David hadn’t dealt with a single matter or document, so Kepel’s “usual” was essentially asking if David was going to continue slacking off today.

“As usual.”

“Okay then.”

Kepel didn’t ask further and turned to leave the office.

As soon as he had left, the mobile phone on the desk started to ring. David put the scissors aside and walked over to pick it up. It was Sean calling. He immediately answered, “What is it, Mr. Sean?”

“Two things. First, regarding the Sackler family’s pardon, I’ve received information that the Freemasonry is pressing hard on this issue, and the White House is starting to buckle. ”

“Second, the Ansa Group has reached a consensus. They have agreed to continue supporting you and even promised that they could help lift you into the General Directorate, but there’s a condition.”

Upon hearing the first matter, David’s brows furrowed, but his expression eased a bit after hearing the second. He asked, “What’s the condition?”

“They need an additional 200 billion in funding for the W Act. As long as you promise to provide it for them, they’ll be able to ‘make a move’ right away!”

“Heh.”

David showed a contemptuous smile and replied, “They said the same thing last time. And yet, here I am, still not in the General Directorate.”

“It’s different this time, David. They will keep their word, and if they don’t, you can always ‘withdraw’ your support!”

David fell into thought.

The other party was merely asking for a promise from him; he could ‘make a move’ immediately after agreeing, meaning the money didn’t need to be gathered and handed over to them first. Indeed, there was no fear of them reneging on the deal.

Thinking this, he responded, “200 billion is too much. Tell them, at most 80 billion. There’s no room for negotiation on that bottom line!”

“80 billion… alright, I’ll call you back later.”

About two hours later, Sean’s call came again, and he said, “They’ve agreed to 80 billion, but there’s a catch.”

“What is it?”

“They require that this money must be obtained from the Freemasonry Group’s influence.”

“Such shrewd calculation; alright, tell them I agree. Let them ‘make a move’!”

The Ansa Group’s move not only secured a huge benefit for themselves but also struck a blow to the power of Freemasonry, killing two birds with one stone. That’s why David said their calculations were indeed cunning.

And the reason why he agreed was simple.

First, he had already started a feud with Freemasonry and naturally aimed to strike at this group first.

Besides, this group indeed has money in America, and if one wants to reap twice the results with half the effort, they are the most suitable target.