American Tax Officer

Eugene also smiled and then said, "Now it all hinges on his performance. If he can really smear Lawson Rubins, that would save us a lot of trouble."

Stevenson also stopped smiling, becoming anticipative.

His term as Governor would soon end. Although he wanted to run directly for President, there were simply too many ruthless characters in American politics.

There were predecessors like old Trump and the incumbent old Biden.

In addition, Hillary, known as the Iron Lady of America, was also waiting to make a comeback in '24.

While he had the backing of the Morgan Family, compared to these figures, his reputation and political resources were far inferior.

Therefore, his real plan was to run for Senator after his term as Governor to accumulate more fame and political resources, then use that as a springboard to aim for the top position.

But the current problem was, Lawson Rubins wasn't just his biggest competitor but also repeatedly attacked him on TV for his improper policies as Governor of Nevada.

If David could really stink up and take down that guy, that would be sweet!

...

Lake District Sub-Bureau Branch.

After ending the call, David stroked his chin in thought for a while before finally picking up the phone: "Bring me the files on Senatorial candidate Lawson Rubins."

About 20 minutes later, Ariel brought over the documents.

David flipped through them, quickly getting to grips with the details of this candidate.

Indeed, this person was Stevenson's political enemy.

And he had often publicly criticized Stevenson at various events... no wonder Stevenson wanted to use David to smear the man!

However, what David said to Eugene on the phone about starting an investigation was just a delay tactic. He wasn't about to foolishly let himself be used as someone else's pawn.

The Governor had been giving him a hard time on every front, and if he let it go unchecked, who knows what trouble he might bring next.

Now, after reviewing Lawson Rubins' information, he had some ideas.

This Stevenson wanted to use David to get rid of a political enemy, so couldn't he also use the opponent's enemies to get rid of him in return?

All along, what made David wary of Stevenson was the worry that directly targeting him could raise concerns among his backers and other high-level figures, resulting in a very disadvantageous situation for David.

But if he could use one of Stevenson's opponents, such as Lawson Rubins, he might just have himself a shield.

Of course, this required careful planning!

"Hehehe..."

Just as David was deep in thought, there was a knock at the door.

"Come in."

Bucky walked in and reported, "Checked it out—the two gangs that bribed Poppy have been taken away."

"Taken away? By whom?" David was puzzled.

Bucky replied: "Can't find out for now since their identities are concealed, but for sure, it's someone from a law enforcement agency!"

David's expression darkened as he asked, "Did you find out where they went?"

If he could just meet these people and scrutinize them with his 'golden finger', he would probably find out which law enforcement department it was.

"Bradley, Condliffe are on it. It's going to take some time," Bucky informed.

"Alright, carry on. Let me know if there's any news."

...

The time reached 9 o'clock in the evening.

David was still in his office, dealing with case files sent from various cities.

At the same time, he was awaiting news from Bradley and Condliffe.

Not long after, there was a knock on the door. Bucky entered and said, "We've got news, Chief Tax Officer. They're at 'Savage Bar' in Newtown District."

David immediately stood up, put on his coat, grabbed his badge and sidearm, and headed out the door.

Savage Bar was situated in an alley of Newtown District.

When David and Bucky arrived, Bradley and Condliffe were standing at the doorway, smoking.

Upon seeing David, they immediately dropped their cigarettes to the ground and extinguished them, with Bradley speaking first, "They're inside!"

"Lead the way!"

Bradley and Condliffe led them straight into the bar.

It was a pub, and upon entering, a thick scent of tobacco and alcohol hit them, with a faint haze lingering in the air.

The bar's walls were adorned with various primitive decorations, like animal hides, feathers, and wooden tools, true to the 'Savage' aspect of Savage Bar.

They followed Bradley and Condliffe to a corner of the bar, where they saw a burly man with his back to them, savoring a cocktail.

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[Occupation: FBI Special Agent.]

[Income: Legal monthly earnings of Sixteen Thousand US dollars, illegal income of Eighty-Two Thousand US dollars.]

[Income Details: On December 9, dealt with a group of terrorists in Henderson City, confiscating half a million dollars of funds, of which he embezzled Two Thousand US dollars. On December 17, captured three spies in Virginia City, confiscating Two Hundred Thousand dollars of funds, from which he embezzled Two Thousand US dollars...]

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[Tax Payable: Twenty Thousand, Five Hundred US dollars.]

As this man's information flashed before David's eyes, he finally understood.

He wondered why Poppy's investigative files were so professionally done... it turned out to be someone from the FBI.

And it wasn't just anyone, but an FBI Special Agent at work!

Within the FBI system, regular agents usually handle the bureau's routine investigative work, including criminal activity investigations, intelligence gathering and analysis, interstate crime, financial crime, and terrorism activities.