American Tax Officer

He could only shake his head against his will, "No, our Human Rights Organization has not been threatened by the IRS. It's because for such a long time, we have realized that we had the wrong target.

It is precisely because the IRS collects taxes for the country that America can afford to build airplanes, cannons, aircraft carriers, and enjoy various benefits like welfare and health insurance, becoming the world's leading superpower. Such an institution, which has devoted itself to the country, should not be vilified or blamed!"

After saying this, Charlotte herself felt a bit like vomiting.

But there was no other way; she could only do her best to flatter the disgusting feet of the IRS in order to give the public the impression that they had found their way back, not that they were admitting defeat.

Charlotte's words once again caused the values of many people across the country to crumble because in their minds, the Human Rights Organization had never said a good word about the IRS.

As for Director Charlotte, every time she was in the public eye discussing the IRS, it was nothing but criticism.

Now, however, she was openly leading the praise for the IRS's achievements. Wasn't that a slap in her own face?

"Alright, Director Charlotte, what is the second point you would like to discuss?"

The media no longer dwelled on that point. They wanted to hear what the second point Charlotte had mentioned was.

"Everyone knows about the incident in Los Angeles. Three of our Human Rights Organization members were severely sentenced by the IRS for tax evasion. Many people said the punishment was too harsh, but I have to say, I support what the IRS did... They did the right thing!"

Nobody noticed that Charlotte had almost said these words while pinching her thigh with her right hand.

And upon hearing these words, everyone was dumbfounded again.

They even doubted if there was something wrong with their ears.

This thing, doing the right thing???

These were your own Human Rights Organization members, for heaven's sake.

Wasn't your organization always so protective of its own?

Now, with three members receiving such harsh sentences from the IRS, you not only refuse to defend them, but you also praise the IRS for doing the right thing?

"This... is Charlotte possessed?"

At the Western Suburb Branch, Nisen too was incredulous, while David squinted his eyes. He was now certain that the head office had definitely spoken to Director Charlotte.

And in that conversation, it was very likely that some sort of threat had been made to make the president assume such a posture now.

Press conference site.

Before the journalists could recover from their shock...

Charlotte continued, "As everyone knows, paying taxes is a responsibility that every citizen should fulfill. Our three members, being part of the Human Rights Organization and quite knowledgeable about the law, chose to evade taxes. This is an added crime, so the punishment is not at all too harsh."

"And here, I also call on all citizens of the country and the members of our organization to honestly pay taxes and fulfill the responsibility of a citizen. I have said all I want to say!"

After finishing, Charlotte did not want to stay on stage for a second longer. All she wanted was to end this torturous moment as quickly as possible. Therefore, after finishing her speech, she left the stage without looking back, leaving behind a group of still confused journalists.

...

At the Western Suburbs Branch, as soon as Charlotte's press conference ended, David's phone rang. He picked it up and saw it was from Donald and answered immediately, "Deputy Director Donald."

"Haha, David, you saw the press conference of the Human Rights Organization, right? It was absolutely gratifying!"

"Yes, I watched it, but Deputy Director Donald, did the head office talk to Director Charlotte?"

To David, his previous threat surely wouldn't have been enough to make the president of the Human Rights Organization personally come out and admit defeat. The head office must have exerted some pressure or threats.

"Oh right, I forgot to tell you about this, yes, just a while ago..."

A few minutes later, David finally understood.

The Los Angeles branch of the Human Rights Organization was on the verge of falling apart after his threats, and the head office had not only spoken to Charlotte but even threatened to send her to another city's Human Rights Organization branch.

No wonder the president had to personally come out and make concessions.

"Alright, since the crazy dogs of the Human Rights Organization have quieted down, there is no need to waste any more time on them. You focus on starting the tax investigation in Hollywood. Compared to those criminals, there's a lot more money in taxes to be collected."

"I understand."

After ending the call, David immediately summoned Hakim and asked, "How's the plan coming along?"

Three days earlier, he had assigned Hakim the task of preparing a preliminary plan for a tax review of Hollywood.

"It's almost ready, but, Chief, I think it would be best to wait seven days before taking action."

"Oh, why's that?"

"To penetrate the gap at the eight major Hollywood studios, I think it's best to start with the stars under their banners, their cooperating manufacturers, and investors. On March 16th, the annual Oscar celebration will be held. A large number of top Hollywood figures, producers, and investors will be present. It's a rare opportunity."

"The Oscar celebration is scheduled for March 16th?"

David was taken aback. The Oscars are usually held from February to April each year, but the date isn't fixed, so he hadn't known until Hakim mentioned it.