America 1919

Donnie asked with a smile, "Harry, what do you think is a good interpretation of the American Dream?" Harry, "..." The two talked for a long time, and when Harry D'Agostino left Donnie's office, Donnie hadn't brought up anything about the successor to the head of the IRS, nor had Harry D'Agostino mentioned it. Because Donnie understood, although Harry D'Agostino had already compromised in his series of plans, it was only a partial compromise. When it came to the selection of the head of the IRS, they were definitely not going to let him get involved. If he insisted on showing his hand, then he would definitely shift these people from a cooperative mindset to one where they felt they must eliminate him! . Nevin Byrd did not believe that he was blinded by the situation at hand, even though many of his subordinates reminded him not to try to challenge Donnie's authority in Atlantic City. Moreover, Nevin Byrd had challenged him before and failed. But Nevin Byrd had his own ideas. The idea came from the history of Atlantic City, which existed long before Donnie; even before Nucky, there had been an underground emperor in Atlantic City, the Commodore! The Commodore had operated in Atlantic City for an even longer time, with his influence deeply entwined and formidable. But what was the outcome? The Commodore was still taken away by the IRS and lost his power in Atlantic City. With a precedent in mind and a heart full of anger towards Donnie, Nevin Byrd decisively chose to trust his own judgment. He not only trusted his own judgment but also went to see Nucky, wanting him to stand by his side! "Nucky, you are the true emperor of Atlantic City. Now that the IRS has started to investigate Donnie, you know the ability of the IRS. They are definitely going to catch Donnie. The only uncertainty is just how long it will take! But you don't have to worry, I've had people look into it. The attack on Donnie this time comes from the IRS Deputy Director, Coshek Kevin, who is also the predetermined future head of the IRS. This investigation of Donnie is to raise his own prestige. Just think, under such circumstances, Donnie absolutely has no chance of turning the tables. As long as you act too, I believe Donnie will definitely be sent to prison in the shortest time possible. Then, Coshek Kevin will surely remember your favor, and perhaps those investigators looking into you in Atlantic City will leave. Nucky, I will always stand by your side. Once Donnie is caught, isn't Surf Hotel yours?" At this moment, Nevin Byrd was in Nucky's study, gesticulating excitedly as he spoke. Looking at the excited Nevin Byrd, Nucky remained calm. He knew very well that Nevin Byrd's reason for coming to him wasn't because of the ideas he expressed, but rather to borrow his influence. In fact, before this, Nucky had indeed been considering what stance he should maintain in this matter! But now, Nucky had made his decision! "Nevin, I don't know what you think, but I'm very certain that I have a very strong friendship and cooperative relationship with Donnie. I also have a great respect for Donnie's capabilities, so I will not agree with what you're suggesting. And I believe that Donnie will certainly find a way to solve this current trouble. As for the Bureau of Investigation matter you mentioned, thank you for your concern, but I have a way to deal with it!" Nevin Byrd looked at Nucky in disbelief. He couldn't understand why Nucky still refused to step forward at this time. "Well, since you've said as much, Nucky, I won't say anything more. But rest assured, Nucky, I will always stand with you. When Donnie is taken away by the IRS, I promise to show you the same absolute respect I did before Donnie got out!" After finishing his statement, Nevin Byrd turned and left! "Idiot!" Once the office door closed, Nucky gave Nevin Byrd just such an evaluation. "Boss, Donnie's situation is indeed quite dangerous now. Looking at the reports in the newspapers, the IRS is dead set on taking Donnie in to establish their authority!" Although Louis did not try to persuade Nucky, his words still made clear his stance. Nucky said, "I did initially think so too, but when I saw Nevin Byrd, I actually lost that thought. If Donnie were someone who could be taken down by Nevin Byrd, he wouldn't have achieved what he has now. And you've forgotten Harry D'Agostino is already in Atlantic City. It seems the White House has made its decision, they won't give up on Donnie!" Louis nodded and said, "I misspoke just now!" Nucky stood up and said, "It seems I should also pay a visit to Donnie's office. Nevin Byrd is likely to completely disappear from Atlantic City. The fool, does he not realize that everyone in Atlantic City is getting their meal ticket from the Surf Hotel? Donnie is the myth maker of the Surf Hotel. If the ordinary citizens of Atlantic City find out we are fighting among ourselves, how will they look at us in the future?" Louis bowed his head, not daring to say any more. When Nucky arrived at Donnie's office, Donnie was bent over working on something. Seeing Nucky's arrival, Donnie looked puzzled, then Nucky told Donnie about Nevin Byrd's visit. And he made it clear that, no matter what others thought, he would definitely stand with Donnie! Donnie also expressed his thanks to Nucky. The two sat down and had a pleasant chat, and after about half an hour, the phone on Donnie's desk rang. Donnie answered the phone, had a brief conversation, and hung up with a smile! "Just got the news, Nevin Byrd was taken away by the Federal Investigator. The charge is violating the Mann Act. He is expected to be tried by the Federal Court, and even if we wanted to do something in New Jersey, we couldn't now!" Nucky was not surprised by this outcome; what surprised him was the efficiency of the event. Nevin Byrd had just shown an attitude of wanting to organize a protest march, and the Federal Investigator had already taken him away. Even if the Federal Investigator had actions to carry out, there should be a timeline for arriving in Atlantic City, right? "It was Diesel Mallard and his group!" Donnie saw Nucky's confusion and explained with a smile. Nucky's expression shifted slightly, but he said nothing. Donnie continued with a smile: "Nucky, I need to be busy dealing with the IRS issues lately. As for the business Nevin Byrd left behind, I'm afraid it's trouble for you!" Nucky laughed and said, "The least I could do!" After Nucky left, Donnie returned to his seat and began working on a piece entitled "The American Dream!"