American tax officials

Chapter 37 We've struck gold in this game!

Megan confirmed again, "Yes, and this inspector only joined three months ago. We might really have struck gold this time!"

"I only started working here three months ago..."

William was stunned once again.

If a newly hired tax inspector can become familiar with the IRS's regulations, procedures, and case-handling methods within three months, that's already considered quite good.

Not to mention the many cases they solved in succession.

It seems that Meghan's statement that she "found a treasure" was not an exaggeration.

Sorting aside his jumbled thoughts, William asked, "Since the credit for these four cases mainly goes to David, what are your thoughts on the vacancy left by Lewis's transfer?"

Megan pondered for a moment and replied, "Based on tax performance, over 80 in tax revenue is enough to qualify him for the position of tax commissioner. However, David is only 25 years old, too young, and his qualifications aren't quite there..."

William nodded in approval.

Currently, those who can become tax chiefs around the age of 30 across the country are already considered exceptional individuals.

As for those who are under 30 years old and have been promoted to tax chief, they are extremely rare. It is estimated that there are no more than 30 people in the entire audit system!

Megan added, "However, these are extraordinary times. If David can produce such excellent tax results before the next evaluation period, promoting him out of turn wouldn't be a problem!"

"Yes, these are extraordinary times. If he can continue to demonstrate outstanding performance, he will serve as a role model for inspectors nationwide, and the municipal bureau will most likely approve it!"

Strictly speaking, the real decision-making power for the transfer of tax chiefs lies with the municipal bureau.

As the leaders of the branch office, they only have the right to make recommendations.

Generally speaking, as a branch office leader, as long as the candidate he recommends has sufficient qualifications and tax performance, and no other major blemishes, the municipal bureau will usually approve it.

David's current problem is that he has enough tax records, but not enough qualifications.

However, we are currently in the period of the expansion of the Black Tax Act, so as long as the performance is excellent enough, the seniority aspect can actually be ignored.

……

The meeting at the State Taxation Bureau's Hu District Branch, which was scheduled for the performance evaluation period, has ended.

David was unaware that he was only one step away from becoming tax chief. At that moment, he and the other seven members of his team were in Lewis's office.

"The deputy director just called me from Washington, D.C. She's very satisfied with the bureau's tax results this time, especially your performance, David. She even said that after I'm transferred..."

At this point, Lewis suddenly remembered something, paused in his speech, and then subconsciously looked at Nissen and Bucky.

Sure enough, the two tax chief candidates seemed to understand the implication in his words, and their expressions turned somewhat unpleasant.

"Cough cough..."

To avoid further discouraging the two, Lewis skipped the topic and continued speaking to David, "Our team secured $15 in official funds this time, David. Don't hesitate to ask if you need anything; after all, you're the one who fought for it!"

"To be honest, Your Excellency, I really do need to use government funds!"

As Lewis said, he had secured this funding, so he might as well take it.

In addition, showing that he needs funds can also provide some explanation for solving other cases in the future. Otherwise, if he solves major cases so easily time and time again, people will become more and more suspicious.

"Then I'll allocate you 5... oh no, I'll give you 7, is that enough?"

Upon hearing Lewis's words, Bucky and the other inspectors all showed expressions of pain.

This amount of official funds is 15.

David took 7, leaving the remaining three groups with a maximum of just over 2.

But there's nothing we can do about it.

It's because they secured this funding; without them, they wouldn't even have 200, let alone 2.

The inspectors could only console themselves with this thought.

"That's enough for the tax chief!"

Seventy thousand was indeed a considerable sum, and in order not to displease the other inspectors, David agreed without hesitation.

Lewis replied, "Okay, that's settled then. I've been busy with probationary period matters these past few days and haven't had time to go to the intelligence department to screen cases. We'll assign new cases to you tomorrow!"

David hesitated for a moment, but ultimately swallowed back what he had said about the Dieter case.

Since the other party didn't actively ask him to handle the case, the meaning was self-evident.

However, putting yourself in their shoes, this seems to be only human nature.

After all, Lewis is about to take up his post as deputy tax inspector.

But Dieter is no ordinary person. If we deal with him at this critical juncture, it's fine if we handle it quickly, but if we mess it up and it turns into a protracted battle, it could delay his appointment.

And who knows, given the power of the Omaha family, will taking action against Dieter cause any trouble?

Therefore, it's normal for Lewis to prioritize stability over tax revenue.

"Never mind, let's wait a bit longer..."

David thought to himself, "Anyway, Lewis will be gone after the next probation period at most. Besides, I just heard him say that the deputy director seems to be interested in letting him take over."

If I can solve more cases during this period, I might actually get the chance to take the position.

When a new broom sweeps clean, using this Dieter to establish authority seems like a good option!

……

The next day, David arrived at the station and took over a new case from Lewis.

He opened the file folder and found five photos inside, each featuring a sexy woman, which left him somewhat bewildered.

However, after reviewing the subsequent materials, he finally understood the situation.

According to information obtained by the intelligence department, these five women belong to a "honey trap" gang.

They are different from the people of those island nations and Koreans.

People from island nations and South Korea are known for ripping off tourists, but this honey trap gang doesn't discriminate between tourists and locals!

According to the data, this gang's monthly criminal earnings are guaranteed to be over $40.

"So, are you going to make your move now?"

After reviewing the information, Nissen looked at David with an eager and impatient expression.

He had realized that the vacancy left by Lewis was most likely not his responsibility. Once David became tax secretary, they would no longer be bound by the partnership system.

In other words, if David solves a case in the future, the bulk of the tax revenue will be attributed to him.

So now, he needs to rely on David's coattails to generate as much tax revenue as possible.

Do you have any leads on this gang?

"No... no!"

Nissen scratched his head awkwardly. They had only taken on this case today, and apart from the general information above, they had no other clues.

(End of this chapter)