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...t would avoid scrutiny by the IRS.  However, your shareholders will still need to see the results of that investment.  I can provide that for you.  But, of course, there's a price."

Lewis stood, a self-satisfied smile brightened his face.  "You've just hanged yourself, boy."

"On the contrary, Mr. Lewis."  Nicholas also stood.  "I can prove that you've defrauded the company shareholders in excess of fifteen million dollars over the past five years.  But, if we come to an understanding, it will be as if none of your sneaky little personal transactions ever happened. "

"And what do you want in return?"  Lewis growled.

"All we want is to be left alone."  Nicholas said.  "Leave us out of your clandestine political power-plays."  Nicholas took a breath and relished the words, "Do we have an understanding... sir?”

Lewis nodded.

“Then say it.” Nicholas grinned.

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