American tax officials

In the time that followed, although David was not at the center of the dinner party, many people still came up to him and chatted with him.

Among these people were members of parliament, cabinet officials, and celebrities from all walks of life. Not all of them came to talk to him out of a desire to befriend him; many of them were mainly looking to find out his next move.

After all, David had made such a big fuss in New York when Padden was in office, and now that his own person Kachira has taken office, how could his next move be any small-scale?

However, David didn't need to explain his next move to these people in detail, so he just chatted with them for a few minutes and then sent them away.

The time came to 12 o'clock, and the banquet finally came to an end.

"Inspector General David, thank you again for attending tonight and for your help. I will always remember this."

There were too many people at the dinner party tonight, and Kachira drank quite a bit amidst the toasts. After seeing David off at the door, she took advantage of the alcohol to say something from the bottom of her heart.

David nodded slightly, then changed the subject, saying, "By the way, Madam President, there's something I'd like to explain to you."

"What is it?"

Upon hearing that someone had something to tell her, Kachira immediately sobered up a bit and listened attentively.

"I won't interfere with how you arrange the other cabinet members, but Sullivan is a talented person. If you don't mind, you can keep him."

The trigger for his conflict with Paten was actually Sullivan's instigation.

However, the two didn't actually have any major personal grudges, and David could understand Sullivan's desire to bring power back to Padden.

Of course, this was not the main reason why David wanted to let Sullivan go.

The reason, as he said, is that Sullivan is indeed a rare talent.

Sullivan's foreign policy strategy is designed to enable the United States to maintain its influence abroad, which in turn benefits the country's domestic tax revenue.

This is like the petals and stem of a flower; only with a stem can beautiful petals grow.

"Sullivan?"

Kachira seemed somewhat surprised to hear this.

Logically speaking, it was Sullivan's instigation that led to the conflict between Padden and David. Now, not only is David not punishing this guy, but he's even letting him stay on.

"Is it inconvenient?"

"Of course not. Sullivan is indeed a talented individual. There's currently no one in America more suitable for the position of National Security Advisor than him!"

Kachira wasn't trying to flatter David.

Sullivan's talent is indeed undeniable, and if David really doesn't mind, she would be very happy to keep this talent.

"That's settled then, Madam President. Go back and get some rest. You have a lot to do tomorrow."

"Okay, goodbye."

David got into the Cadillac Beast and headed back to his residence.

Meanwhile, in the main hall of an old manor in Washington, D.C., a large group of people were sitting.

If David were here right now, he would recognize familiar faces such as Jep, Cyril, and Rezer among them.

However, the main characters today are clearly not them, but the three elderly people sitting in the middle.

One of them was none other than the 43rd President of the United States, John B. Smith!

Just then, a man in a blue suit arrived at the scene. He looked at the three of them and said, "The presidential inauguration dinner is over. Although we couldn't get anything out of David, it's certain that in the upcoming midterm elections, in addition to dealing with the Freemasons, he will definitely kick out us and the candidates supported by the Illuminati."

Upon hearing this, Reiji, Cyril, Jep, and the others present frowned, while the three sitting in the center, including Xiao Bushi, also looked rather grim.

After a long pause, Xiao Bushi looked at the two men beside him and asked, "Gentlemen, what are your opinions?"

"David currently controls a majority of seats in Congress, and now even the White House has fallen into his hands. Even if our three major groups use all their resources, it will probably be difficult for us to defeat him."

"Besides the White House, he also controls a host of henchmen including the CIA, FBI, and NAS. Unless we declare war on him with the military, we're most likely doomed to lose!"

The words of the heads of the Yadangsi and Luo Sifu families revealed a deep sense of sorrow.

They had originally hoped that by winning a large number of seats in this midterm election, they could repeal the tax avoidance law and reduce the power of the IRS, thus making a remarkable comeback.

However, the New York purge made them realize one thing: with David's abilities and the resources they currently controlled, they simply couldn't win without resorting to violence.

David is now like the Gestapo of Germany during World War II, wielding immense power and legal authority, able to target anyone he wants and bring misfortune upon anyone he sets his sights on.

Even more critically, the White House has now fallen under their control.

It's true that their Onsa Group has influence in America, but how can that influence possibly compete with David's current power?

"I also feel that no matter how hard our three major groups try, we are probably doomed to lose. In order to prevent our groups from being destroyed, I think... we should let go."

"Let go? Mr. Little Bu Shi, this isn't child's play. If we let go, there'll be no chance of turning things around. And you need to know what we did to David—do you think he'll let us off the hook?"

"You're right. The situation is difficult, but we have to take the plunge; it's a matter of life and death!"

"..."

As soon as Xiao Bushi made his remarks, he was immediately met with opposition from many people from the Angsa Group present at the scene.

"I believe there's nothing in this world that can't be discussed; it's just a matter of how we choose to compromise!"

Despite the rebuttals from the crowd, Xiao Bushi remained calm and composed in his reply.

Just as everyone present was about to say something, the head of the Yadangsi family spoke first.

"Mr. Bush is right. If we continue fighting like this, our entire group will be at risk of being destroyed. It's time to withdraw."

The Yadangsi family is known as the "First Dynasty" family, and this old man is naturally the most prestigious person in the Angus Group. Seeing that he had openly voiced his support for Xiaobushe's opinion, everyone present looked at each other and no one dared to refute him.

"To be honest, the mastermind behind the assassination was the Freemasons. We were just accomplices at best. Besides, David is alive and well now. I think this matter is worth discussing, and I believe he would probably be happy to see this outcome."

Following the head of the Yadangsi family, the head of the Rothford family also stepped forward to echo this sentiment.

"Gentlemen, even if we were willing to withdraw, as you've said, who can guarantee that David would actually let us go?"

"Yes, David is ruthless. If we withdraw now, and he finishes dealing with the Freemasons and the Illuminati, we'll be truly isolated and helpless."

"Illuminati?"

Little Bush sneered and said, "The people on the Illuminati aren't fools or brutes. I guarantee that after seeing the White House fall into David's hands, many of them will definitely start to back down."

"In that case, only the Freemasons are left. And what about them...?"

"Forget about the Freemasons. There are rumors flying around that David is planning to take action against the Federal Reserve next. The Federal Reserve is the Freemasons' darling, and they will not let go of it easily."

No one present refuted Xiao Bushi's words.

In fact, many of the people present, although they expressed their dissatisfaction, were not entirely opposed to the idea of ​​stopping.

The main reason is that David's power is indeed too great now, controlling various key departments, making it very difficult for them to fight against him.

If David can guarantee that he won't settle scores with them, it's not a big deal for them to pay a price.

However, the Freemasons are different.

They control the Federal Reserve, the goose that lays the golden eggs, which is also a major advantage that has enabled the Freemasons to develop to where they are today.

So if they were Freemasons, they would definitely fight David to the end.

"Jep, tell Sean to come over and have a talk."

The Kenneth family is a member of the Onsa Group and currently maintains a close relationship with David. So Xiao Bushi thought he would act as an intermediary to deliver a message to David and, incidentally, sound out his opinion.

……

Half an hour later, a man was brought in by a servant.

The person who arrived was none other than Sean.

"Gentlemen, you've come all this way so late to see me. You can't just not give a reasonable explanation."

Sean had just returned home from the dinner party when he received the notification. Since it was an invitation from the Onsa Group, he thought about it and came over anyway.

Of course, the reason he was willing to come so late was not to give face to the Angsa Group or the three major families.

Both sides have basically become shameless now, so there's really no need to give each other any face anymore.

The real reason he was willing to come was that the White House was now under their control, so he came more to show off and vent his anger.

"Now that you have someone backing you up, you're speaking with a bit more confidence, Mr. Sean."

It was Xiao Bushi who uttered this slightly sarcastic remark.

"hehe."

Sean scoffed.

In the past, a junior like him wouldn't have dared to be so presumptuous in front of a bigwig like Xiao Bushi.

But things are different now.

Firstly, due to a series of previous events, the Onsa Group has essentially kicked the Kennedy family out of the Onsa Group.

Secondly, he is now dependent on David.

David is now not only a high-ranking official in the IRS, but also controls the CIA, FBI, NSA, and even the White House. Such immense power gives him confidence, so he no longer needs to fear the small fry like the Onsa Group!

"Alright, alright, Mr. No, Mr. Sean's family is one of ours, there's no need to be so formal."

The head of the Yadangsi family quickly stepped in to smooth things over.

"Mr. Yadangsi, you seem to have misunderstood something. Our Kennedy family has been expelled from this group, so I am no longer one of you!"

When Sean arrived, he had already guessed why the Onsa Group was looking for him. Now, hearing the polite manner of the head of the Yadangsi family, it further confirmed his previous guess.

"This is just wishful thinking on the part of some ignorant people in the group. Our three families have never said that they want to expel your family."

"Alright, it's so late and you've all gathered here, and you even called me here. Let's get down to business first."

Sean was too lazy to waste any more words.

The three of them exchanged glances, and then the head of the Yadangsi family spoke up: "Sean, things have gone too far, and we don't want to continue. We know you and David are close 'comrades-in-arms,' so we'd like you to pass on a message to David: is there any room for reconciliation between us?"

Sean wasn't too surprised to hear this.

The New York Freemason group suffered a crushing defeat, helplessly watching its network of relationships crumble.

Now that such a major change has occurred in the White House, it would be strange if the Onsa Group weren't afraid.

"Now you're scared? Where were you before?"

"you……"

Sean's sarcastic remark infuriated many of the Onsa Group members present.

The three heads of the families sitting in the center also looked furious. Xiao Bushi, barely suppressing his anger, said, "Sean, as a member of our Angsa Group, your family should be able to understand our difficulties in protecting our family interests."

"I understand, but we're on different sides now. Besides, you once plotted an assassination attempt, which, although unsuccessful, greatly angered Inspector General David!"

"We were also instigated by the Freemasons in the assassination attempt. How about this: if David is willing to negotiate with us, our three families are willing to personally visit him and apologize.

Upon hearing this, both Xiao Bushi and the head of the Rothford family turned their heads in surprise.

It should be noted that the Adam Smith family is known as the First Family of America, yet they are now uttering such humble words.

But on second thought, they can understand.

After all, this is a matter of life and death for the family. If being humble can resolve the situation, then it's worth it.

Sean hadn't expected the head of the First Family to be so humble. After thinking for a moment, he replied, "Mr. Yadangsi, I can see that you are quite sincere. I can personally convey this matter to Inspector General David, but I cannot guarantee the specifics."

"Great, Sean! Whether this succeeds or fails, we'll owe you a favor!"

"That's all for now, goodbye."

Having learned the other party's purpose in seeking him out, Sean saw no reason to linger and turned to leave. (End of Chapter)