The prosperity of Zhang Ji Canned Food Factory attracted the envy of countless people. Especially since Zhang Ji Canned Food was directly exported abroad, raking in huge profits, many second-generation heirs wanted to invest in it.
As for the locals, it was different. Zhang Tianxing's reputation preceded him, and most were just watching to see when the title of "Crawfish Association President" would fall.
If Zhang Tianxing lost his halo, the Zhang Ji Canned Food he worked so hard to build would become someone else's prey.
Zhang Tianxing found Wu Shengnan and explained his plan to arrange jobs for disabled workers.
Wu Shengnan gestured outwards with the corner of her mouth. "Boss Zhang, how about this: there are many people who want to invest now. If you can send them all away, I'll arrange as many people as you want. If we still have to take in disabled people after giving away shares, our canning factory won't be able to run."
Hearing Wu Shengnan's words, Zhang Tianxing's brows furrowed into a character resembling "king," exuding an imposing aura without anger.
He hadn't expected someone to dare to reach out here. It seemed that without his golden body protection, some petty scoundrels were coming to take advantage.
They treated him like a complete fool. Then Zhang Tianxing would see who had the guts.
At this moment, a BMW pulled up outside the canning factory. The person in the car was none other than Shengjing's famous third-generation scion, Chen Zhilong.
He was desperately short of money recently. A subordinate suggested that there was a Zhang Ji Canned Food factory in Zhonghai City with two automated production lines capable of producing tens of thousands of cans daily. Just taking a share there would easily bring in millions annually.
After inspecting Zhang Ji Canned Food in person, Chen Zhilong was very satisfied. The automated production equipment was high-end. Such a factory was good. Once he secured some orders, these canned goods could conquer the national market.
However, Chen Zhilong was surprised to find that Wu Shengnan played him a game of tai chi, refusing to agree. She insisted that the enterprise belonged to Zhang Tianxing, an industry under the Crawfish Association.
Did this woman think she could scare him by bringing out anyone? He made his living from this. When an opportunity arose, he had to seize it. In tough times, there weren't many high-quality assets like this.
Seeing Wu Shengnan talking to a young man, Chen Zhilong felt a surge of irritation. He hated encountering anyone more handsome than him, and unfortunately, Zhang Tianxing before him was more than just a little bit more handsome.
Chen Zhilong, with an ill-tempered expression, asked, "This is the boss you mentioned, Zhang Tianxing, right? Did Shengnan tell you about this matter?"
Zhang Tianxing nodded and replied directly, "No, she didn't. What matter?"
Wu Shengnan's expression changed. "Mr. Chen wants to invest in shares."
Chen Zhilong nodded. "Yes, that's it! How about it?"
"Mr. Chen, the door is that way. I'm not interested in your proposal," Zhang Tianxing said, making a gesture for him to leave.
Upon hearing Zhang Tianxing's words, Chen Zhilong chuckled. "Youngsters don't know the immensity of heaven and earth, often speaking too boldly. You don't know my power. With a single command from me, the business of your factory could be halved, and even your overseas market could be handed over to others."
This kid is so arrogant, Zhang Tianxing's first reaction was surprise, and his second was that this kid had a big appetite. Damn it, he might as well have "bandit" written on his forehead.
This was the behavior of a robber and a bandit, yet they called it "investing." Investing what? They just wanted money without putting in any. They clearly treated his place as an ATM.
He couldn't indulge these people's bad habits. Damn it, his golden body was forged too late, and now all sorts of monsters and ghosts were eyeing him.
"What's your surname?" Zhang Tianxing asked curiously. According to common sense, these second and third-generation heirs usually had some dignity and wouldn't be so shameless. Where did this one crawl out from?
Hearing Zhang Tianxing's tone, Chen Zhilong chuckled smugly. It seemed this kid was scared. Villagers were easily intimidated. If it had been like this earlier, it would have saved him time.
"Remember my name, I am Chen Zhilong. Cooperating with me is your honor, and you'll have opportunities to get rich in the future," Chen Zhilong said with a satisfied and proud smile.
Zhang Tianxing said indifferently, "Chen Zhilong, I haven't heard of you. I don't have any shares here. If you want to invest, bring your real money. I, Zhang, am not one to hoard all the profits."
Zhang Tianxing intended to compromise and see what kind of character this kid had. If he had good character, it wouldn't hurt to have him tag along. With so many things on his plate, having a subordinate to handle some tasks would be beneficial.
Hearing Zhang Tianxing's words, Chen Zhilong was so angry he almost exploded. What did he mean he hadn't heard of his name? Was this kid really this arrogant and didn't understand what he was saying, or was he playing him? Did he really think Chen Zhilong was good-tempered?
Chen Zhilong's face darkened. "You're arrogant, aren't you? Fine, I'll add some burden to you when I get back, and we'll see how you handle it."
Chen Zhilong said with a forced smile, "Kid, think before you speak and take responsibility for your words. If you're not in charge, let your elders talk to me."
"I'm sorry, this is my temperament. I've already given you my answer. Now, I'll give you another one. Even if you bring real money, I'm not playing with you anymore. This is my factory, ha, just playing!"
Hearing Zhang Tianxing's provocative words, Chen Zhilong turned and left. He was afraid he might resort to violence if he stayed. Before he came, many people had warned him not to get into a physical altercation with Zhang Tianxing, as that kid was a skilled fighter.
"Good job. I'll show you what it means to be a petty man seeking revenge from morning to night."
Chen Zhilong directly made a phone call. "That Zhang Tianxing refused my offer. We need to teach their factory a lesson."
"Alright, I know about this. Coincidentally, I need to dispose of some quotas for disabled employment. Just dump them all into their factory. Let's see what he can do."
Upon hearing this news, Chen Zhilong breathed a sigh of relief. "You think you're good at making money? I'll fill your factory with disabled people, and then I'll see how you lead them to prosperity!"
It was a shame about Wu Shengnan, though. Chen Zhilong had seen many women, and Wu Shengnan was exceptional – beautiful and proficient in business. She was truly his ideal dream girl.
It seemed Wu Shengnan was determined to stand with Zhang Tianxing. Then let facts prove it. Following Zhang Tianxing had no future.
What was the use of being merely the president of a crawfish association? Under the grand scheme, he could crush him in minutes.
If he dared not accept the quotas for disabled employment, he would ruin his reputation.
If he accepted the disabled workers, he would bankrupt him.
He would make him understand the consequences of offending him. Since you're not cooperating, don't blame me for killing a chicken to scare the monkeys. Zhang Tianxing, you are the chicken I've chosen. Cooperating with you was an honor; there are many people who want to cooperate with me, but I ignore them.
Chen Zhilong burst into laughter, envisioning Zhang Tianxing kneeling and begging for mercy.