American Tax Officer

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"Hmm... Our company has a market value of over $200 billion; it's normal to have some issues with the books. How about this, give us some time to verify everything thoroughly!"

"What, does Mr. Bennett doubt the accounting ability of our country's tax inspectors?"

A cold smile formed on David's lips.

Disney's legal department is known as the best, and you want time so they can quickly fix this loophole?

You think I'm an idiot!

"No, no, no, I didn't mean that, just..."

"No more 'just,' Mr. Bennett. We've cleared up the accounts, and I'm fully aware of the insider trading involved. If there's any problem, we can take it up with your legal department in court!"

"Director David, what do you mean by that?"

"No other meaning, just that today your Disney needs to give us an explanation at the Western Suburb Branch."

"What if I don't?"

"Group, park, assets, media... all industries will be seized until you agree to pay the tax evasion penalties!"

Hearing David's stern words, everyone around Robert went numb.

And on the other end of the phone, Bennett was silent for a long time.

After a full minute, a voice finally came from the other end, "Young man, don't get too arrogant with a bit of power. You still need to learn the rules of the game in America. If you learn well, you might survive. If not, you might end up like Kennedy!"

"Are you threatening me?"

David's expression grew darker.

They say that the boss behind Disney has Jewish background, and now that this boss mentioned Kennedy, it sounded like the rumors might be accurate.

That being said, if he were talking to someone from the Morgan Family, he might be slightly apprehensive.

Even though Disney's shadowy backer might be a member of the Jewish People, he didn't believe they held a very important position among the Jewish People or within the Freemasonry Group.

Otherwise, the main bureau wouldn't have sent him here knowing that such a situation could arise.

Moreover, the situation had now reached the point of no return, and even if the other side had a Jewish background, he couldn't possibly back down!

That would cause his reputation and career to crumble.

"Threat is a strong word. I'm simply reminding you not to take things too far," replied Bennett.

"Oh, by the way, Director David, I should also remind you that here in America, Disney has 160,000 employees alone, and more than 220,000 globally."

"If you do this, you might be cutting off the livelihoods of 160,000 people. Can you afford the consequences if you seize all our industrial assets?"

As he spoke, Bennett's tone gradually rose.

Not to mention 160,000 employees, even protests and demonstrations caused by 1,000 unemployed workers could provoke a national upheaval in the American societal system.

David or the tax bureau might be powerful, but would they dare to face off against so many unemployed workers?

"Really? Well, let's see if I dare!"

Bennett was stunned; he had thought that by playing the 160,000-employee card, David would surely hesitate, but to his surprise, David remained resolute. Discover stories with empire

Anger bubbling up within him, Bennett gritted his teeth and retorted, "Fine, very well. You young people really don't know your limits. Let's just wait and see what happens next!"

With that, both parties hung up the phone.

Okonji, seated nearby, had shrunk into himself out of fear.

The conversation had reached this point.

David couldn't possibly reach through the phone line to deal with Bennett, but Okonji was still here.

He wouldn't be detained and thrown into prison on a trumped-up charge, would he?

The more he thought about it, the more frightened he became. To 'save his own skin,' Okonji quickly explained, "Director David, this decision was made by my boss. I can't interfere with anything. How about this, I'll resign as soon as I get back. How does that sound..."

"Indeed, it's not your fault. You may go."

"Ah?"

Okonji was stunned as he hadn't expected David to let him off so easily.

Was it possible that Director David had a sudden change of heart?

Not having time to contemplate further, Okonji quickly gathered his thoughts, thanked David, and hastened out of the office, heading for the door.

"He's out, the Disney official is out!"

"Guys, the results of the bets will be revealed soon. Let's see what happens!"

"Looking at the expression on this official's face, I think he definitely had a falling out with Director David. Definitely!"

Seeing Okonji step out of the office through the camera, the online world erupted.

And the reporters on site didn't want to miss out, swarming around to interview him.

However, Okonji didn't seem to want to be interviewed like the other major film company officials; he simply got into his car and sped away.

Now, not only the on-site reporters but also the online audience were puzzled.

All of the big six film companies usually gave interviews after their talks. Why was it different with Disney?

Could it be...

Yes!

It must have been a breakdown in the talks!

Only if the talks had broken down would there be no need to speak to the public to calm them or to reassure the stock market!

"Shit, now we can eliminate the first option in the betting."

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