Reborn in America: Starting as a California Resident

The three sat together, eating and chatting.

Discussing work at the dinner table isn't something only people in certain cultural circles do.

In Ame, or around the world, this is often the case with those who are particularly dedicated and hardworking.

As Cyprus twirled a piece of pasta with his fork and put it in his mouth, he said, "It's been three days."

"We've been investigating Henry Getty and his company for three days now."

"But what have we gained in the past three days?"

Nothing found!!!

Cyprus continued somewhat dejectedly, "Team Leader Benjamin, you said before that he definitely had a problem."

"I joined because I trusted your judgment!"

"But now, three days have passed, and we still have nothing to show for it."

Once the deadline expires, we'll be in big trouble!!!

"Don't rush, Cypris!"

After listening to his colleague's complaints, Benjamin said, "This is indeed a tricky matter."

But who would have thought that the person being investigated would be so cautious?

His expression first revealed confusion, and then disbelief.

"Which young person from an old-money family would pay taxes as honestly as him?!"

"No matter the transaction records, tax filing records, or even information provided by third parties, there wasn't a single clue that directly pointed to his illegal behavior."

I'm at my wit's end!

Benjamin is currently very anxious;

He felt he had miscalculated!

Previously, he dared to investigate Henry because he had received promises and hints from certain important figures and his superiors.

He simplistically believed that young noblemen like Henry Getty would inevitably follow in the footsteps of their fathers and grandfathers, using various rules to evade taxes.

He only needs to exploit the loopholes left by the other party to conduct a simple inquiry, and he can then perfectly report back to his superiors.

Who would have thought this kid would be so sneaky!

He guards against any behavior that could be used against him!

Unfortunately, he was just a low-level employee and couldn't, and dared not, use any underhanded tactics against Henry Getty.

As the investigation into Henry continued, opposition within the U.S. Congress gradually intensified.

Some members of Congress, waving the banner of supporting innovation and technological progress, pressured President Jimmy Carter, claiming that Henry Getty's Dream Software represented the spirit of a new generation of entrepreneurs and should be encouraged, not suppressed.

The IRS's actions are undermining the order of the free world!

Although President Jimmy did not entirely agree with Congress’s statements, the opposition was too strong!

He was unwilling to completely offend the Getty family just because of some people's empty promises;

Therefore, Jimmy formally set a deadline for the IRS today, demanding that they produce their investigation results within two weeks.

If sufficient evidence can be found, the IRS can file a formal lawsuit against Henry.

However, if nothing is gained in the end...

What will happen to the high-ranking officials is still unknown, but Benjamin and his henchmen who charged ahead are certain to die without a burial place.

Kelos silently put down his knife and fork, pondered for a moment, and said with a solemn expression, "Team Leader Benjamin, I believe there is only one option in this situation."

"You don't mean you're talking about applying for a warrant for investigation, do you?!"

. . .

On July 7, Henry sat in his office at Dream Software, facing Edwin Harris, one of California’s top business lawyers, hailed by his peers as a “magician in court.”

"Good afternoon, Mr. Harris."

I wonder how the investigation into Dream Company is going?

Good afternoon, Mr. Getty.

Harris responded with measured intonation, as meticulous as ever.

After he and Alexander were seated, he said, "Mr. Getty, according to reliable sources, Benjamin of the Financial Crimes Investigation Team has submitted an application for an investigation warrant to the IRS."

Once approved, they will have the authority to conduct a thorough investigation into all financial transactions between you and your company.

Henry frowned slightly, but quickly regained his composure.

"So, what is our response strategy?"

Harris opened his briefcase, took out a document, placed it on the table, and pushed it in front of Henry.

"I have prepared a detailed response plan."

First, we will release a statement.

The statement will clearly state that we welcome any legitimate investigation and have prepared all relevant financial records to cooperate with investigators' requests at any time.

We firmly believe that the final truth will prove our innocence.

“Of course,” Harris continued, “we have also contacted lobbying firms and members of Congress who support you and will continue to make their voices heard in Congress to prevent the IRS from continuing to harass a legitimate business without cause.”

Henry nodded in agreement with Harris's suggestion.

"This is certainly a good start, but I think we need to do more."

We want the public to know that the IRS’s actions are not just an attack on our company, but also a disruption of the entire innovation industry environment in America.

These scoundrels who trample on judicial fairness deserve God's punishment!

"Yes, Mr. Getty."

Harris nodded in agreement, then continued, "We've already been secretly investigating Benjamin and his team."

Once we verify that they have violated American laws and regulations, or abused their power, then we can legitimately bring lawsuits against them and make them pay for their wrongdoings.

"Not bad!"

A sharp glint flashed in Henry's eyes; he knew all too well that this tax battle concerned more than just the fate of Dream Software.

It is also related to the future of all the industries under his control.

If he shows any weakness at this time, he will most likely face even more storms in the future.

"Next, I will also file a lawsuit."

The defendant is Donald C. Alexander.

"Well……"

Harris was initially taken aback, then became agitated. "You mean—to sue the IRS chief?"

"Yes!"

Henry answered firmly.

"Then on what grounds should we sue him?"

Harris asked, "What I mean is, there needs to be a reasonable legal basis to prosecute Donald C. Alexander."

In America, lawsuits are so commonplace!

Whether it's the president or an ordinary citizen on the street, almost every year they may face one or two lawsuits.

According to Bloomberg's statistics on 1999 alone, the number of federal and state cases reached a staggering 8443 million.

Apart from the 5% of cases handled by federal courts, the rest were handled by the 50 states, the District of Columbia, the unincorporated territory of Puerto Rico, and other regions.

Based on the population of 2.75 million at the time, this meant that one in three people would be involved in the lawsuit.

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