Chapter 849: Chapter 425: Who Do You Have to Explain Yourself To?_2

In the time that followed, Steinbeck and his colleagues took turns apologizing for their earlier behavior, expressing their remorse.

“Fantastic!”

“Inspector David is brilliant!”

“Hooray!”

“…”

Naturally, the workers and the homeless people on site weren’t concerned with these individuals’ repentance. All they knew was that David had forgiven them, and that the budget for the relief funds wouldn’t be indiscriminately cut. As a result, the crowd, which had been tumultuous, began to calm down, and they eventually dispersed, heading to their respective homes.

Within less than ten minutes, the crowd at the scene had mostly dissipated.

As for the protestors, they, who had just been through a harrowing experience, were no longer bold enough to make noise.

After all, the Governor’s promise to secure good positions for them hadn’t even begun to take shape.

With regard to relief and unemployment funds, the social security benefits, the Internal Revenue Service could cut them without warning. They weren’t fools—they knew what was light and what was heavy and naturally made the right choice!

“Phew… wrap it up, wrap it up!”

Seeing the crisis resolved, Jimmy Carter breathed a sigh of relief and, with a grand gesture, led the police away from the scene.

Before long, only some media reporters remained onsite.

“Viewers in front of the TV, I believe you have all witnessed the situation regarding the reconsideration of New York’s social security funds has come to a close…”

“…”

To be honest, the stabilization of the situation left the media reporters somewhat disappointed.

After all, for those dependant on viewership, bigger events were more beneficial for them.

But before they could remain disappointed for long, a piece of news exploded among the media.

It was said that within the next two days, tax investigations into the New York City Mayor, the Police Chief, and even the Governor might go to court.

Such swift action and handing it over to the court caught everyone off guard.

“Viewers, we have just received explosive news. The trial involving Director Kang Gua and Governor Derick may take place within the next two days. Stay tuned!”

“…”

After countless media broadcasts, the internet exploded with the news.

After all, those the Internal Revenue Service had taken for investigation weren’t ordinary criminals, but some of the most powerful figures in the state. Was David really that confident?

However, considering David’s past performances, most netizens still had great confidence in him.

…

At five o’clock in the afternoon.

David was still in his temporary office, studying the upcoming court proceedings against these individuals.

But at that moment, an inspector from the Manhattan Branch knocked on the door and said, “Inspector David, Chief of Staff Wylder from the White House is here. He says he wants to see you.”

Upon hearing this, David’s gaze narrowed. The White House’s leading administrator had come to see him at this crucial time—no need to guess that it was surely about Governor Derick’s problem!

“Bring him in!”

After all, as the Chief of Staff to the President and having come directly from Washington D.C., David naturally couldn’t refuse to meet him.

He decided to first listen to what the other party had to say.

A few minutes later, Wylder was brought in, and as soon as they met, he spoke directly, “Inspector David, here you are again, having taken away the Mayor of New York, the Police Chief, and the Governor. Cutting the social security funds here has caused quite a stir.”

“Taking away the Mayor, Police Chief, and Governor is because they were indeed involved in tax issues. As for cutting the social security funds here, that’s to make them realize the contributions our Internal Revenue Service has made. I see no problem with these actions.”

“Inspector David, New York is after all an international financial center. If you continue like this, it will leave the city without dignity, and it could even cause international repercussions. I hope you can reconsider this matter.”

“Is this the President’s opinion?”

“Of course.”

David fell silent for a while, and then with a determined gaze, he replied, “Then relay to Mr. President that this matter has already reached the point of no return. It would be difficult to pull back now, but I will try to handle it as reasonably as possible.”

Upon hearing this, Wylder’s expression darkened.

He had already realized that even with White House intervention, David still had no intention of backing down.

That meant, likely as the rumors currently circulating outside suggested, the Governor and the Mayor might still be dealt with!

Thinking of this, Wylder grew impatient and stressed his words, “Inspector David, you may be skilled in taxation, but sometimes your understanding of the bigger national picture isn’t quite enough. As I’ve said, depending on how you handle this next, our city, even America’s image in the international community, could be damaged. So, we at the White House hope this matter can be downplayed.”

“Downplayed?”

David clearly understood what this meant and replied with a slight smile, “Chief of Staff Wylder, I’ve put in so much effort to bring you all at the White House so many ‘fruits of victory’, and now you don’t want to bear any pressure? Don’t think about reaping all the benefits without putting in any effort.”

His main purpose in making such a big move in New York State was to undermine the influence of the Freemasonry Group.

With the operation already halfway through, how could he possibly stop at this critical juncture?

Moreover, as he said, during this time, he had been hitting hard on The Big Three Groups, promoting a tax evasion bill that had created huge revenues, while the White House had stayed mostly silent, watching from the sidelines and ultimately reaped many benefits. They’d enjoyed the fruits of victory far too comfortably!

“You…”

Wylder, the powerful White House Chief of Staff, second only to one, was not used to being treated this way, and he was livid inside.

But remembering the person before him was David, he could only suppress his dissatisfaction and respond, “Inspector David, matters should be dealt with on their own merits. If you continue this way, the President will have a hard time explaining this to the international community. I hope you can understand.”

“Ha, America is the most powerful country on this planet, and the President is the most powerful man in the world. Who would dare to demand an explanation from him?”

“Well…”

David’s shameless words left Wylder momentarily speechless.

“All right, Chief of Staff Wylder, I will review this once more. I will handle this matter as properly as possible, but stopping is not an option. As for the international repercussions it might cause, I trust the White House will deal with it. That’s all.”

At this moment, Wylder’s brow was completely furrowed, but with David standing firm, he had no other choice and turned to leave.

After stepping outside and getting into his vehicle, he immediately dialed a number and said, “Sir, I’ve already talked to David, but that bastard hasn’t given any ground, and it looks like Derick and the others are doomed.”

Meanwhile, in the White House President’s Office.

Hearing the voice on the phone, Payden furrowed his brow and then responded, “Didn’t you tell him about the consequences this would cause?”

“I did, and I reiterated twice the impact this would have internationally, but the bastard said we shouldn’t just think about enjoying the fruits of victory and that we should resolve this trouble.”

“Just enjoy the fruits of victory? That bastard!”

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