Taking over the pharmaceutical factory was a simple matter for Bao Tie.
Lin's Pharmaceutical Factory had no martial artists, so if it came to a fight, he could easily handle everyone alone.
He received his orders that morning and took a lawyer from Xuan Xiao Group with him to Lin's Group's First Pharmaceutical Factory. As they were leaving the building, they saw Luo Tianshui already downstairs.
Bao Tie was utterly impressed by Luo Tianshui's strength.
Seeing Luo Tianshui arrive, Bao Tie quickened his steps and said happily, "Tianshui, it's good you're here. With you, I'm not afraid of anything."
Luo Tianshui chuckled and said, "You, the esteemed young master of the Bao family, what is there to be afraid of in Donghai?"
"Tianshui, don't say that. I was ignorant before, but after following Brother Long for a while, I've learned what it means when they say there's always someone stronger."
Luo Tianshui nodded and said, "Indeed, there are countless strong individuals in this world. We ordinary humans are too insignificant."
They chatted as they got into the car and headed straight for Lin's First Pharmaceutical Factory.
The factory grounds were not large, with the administrative building located at the very front.
As their car reached the entrance, they were stopped by a security guard.
"Who are you? Do you have an appointment?" the guard asked.
The security guard was a middle-aged man in his early forties, looking sharp in his uniform.
Bao Tie, who was driving, lowered the car window and said, "Hello, my name is Bao Tie. I'm the sales manager for Xuan Xiao Group. I need to see your factory director about some business."
"These are unusual times. No one can enter without an appointment," the guard stated.
"What do you mean unusual times? Get out of the way, or I won't be polite," Bao Tie retorted.
"Won't be polite? Come on, show me your impoliteness. I'd like to see it," the guard challenged, reaching for the car door.
Bao Tie opened the car door, got out, and kicked the security guard in the stomach.
"You dare hit me? We're from Jiangkou Security Company," the fallen guard shouted.
Jiangkou Security Company was a private security firm, an enterprise of Ban Jiang Hong, with Jiang Gou as its nominal owner.
In the past, Bao Tie would have been wary of Jiangkou Security Company. But now, working for Long Xiao, he knew that even if he dismantled Jiangkou Security Company, Jiang Gou wouldn't dare do anything to him.
"Call Jiang Gou and tell him Bao Tie hit you. Let's see what he says."
With that, Bao Tie drove into the factory grounds and parked in front of the administrative building.
Bao Tie got out of the car, accompanied by Luo Tianshui and the lawyer, and headed directly for the factory director's office.
The factory director was looking at a document when Bao Tie kicked open the door with a bang and strode in.
"Who are you and what do you want?" The factory director, startled by the forceful entry, asked.
The lawyer placed a document on the desk and said, "This is a legal document. We are here to take over the factory."
"Who are you, and by what right are you taking over the factory?"
Bao Tie sat on the sofa, crossed his legs, and said, "Jing Kou Pharmaceuticals has transferred all its shares to our Xuan Xiao Company. We now own sixty percent of Lin's Group Pharmaceutical Factory."
The factory director picked up the document on the desk with a perplexed look. "I can't make this decision. I need to call our group chairman."
Bao Tie smiled and said, "Be my guest, have him come over as soon as possible. Also, immediately gather all the responsible personnel in the factory. I want to hold a meeting with them in half an hour."
Seeing the factory director hesitate, Bao Tie added, "If you doubt this document, you can have Lin's Group's lawyers come over."
Half an hour later, Lin Xin arrived at the factory with his lawyer and secretary.
Upon seeing Bao Tie, Lin Xin quickly asked, "Young Master Bao, what exactly is going on?"
The sales of 'Jing Kou Wei Shu' had dropped by eighty percent. Only two production lines in the two factories were still operating, and the warehouse was already piled high with unsaleable products.
Their working capital was dwindling, and they couldn't mobilize funds from other companies. The factory had enough raw materials for only two more days.
Lin Xin was already overwhelmed with these problems when Bao Tie appeared to take over the factory.
Lin's Group's lawyer reviewed the document and said, "Mr. Lin, this document is genuine."
"Young Master Bao, could you perhaps take over a few days later? Allow us some time to prepare?" Lin Xin asked in a low voice.
Bao Tie chuckled. "Mr. Lin, what a naive thing to say. Prepare for what? Move all the funds away? Or haul away the medicines and raw materials?"
Bao Tie then turned to the factory director and asked, "Do you have something shameful to hide that requires time to cover up?"
The factory director quickly replied, "No, Young Master Bao. I have worked diligently and would never do anything illicit."
"Good," Bao Tie nodded. "It's good there's nothing. Gather your subordinates for a meeting immediately."
"No, this factory cannot be handed over to you," Lin Xin shouted loudly.
Seeing Lin Xin intending to resort to force, Bao Tie said, "Lin Xin, on what grounds are you saying it cannot be handed over to me? I am here to take over the factory legally and legitimately. Do you intend to use force?"
Lin Xin knew he needed to buy time to transfer the factory's raw materials, funds, and inventory, and to tidy up the accounts. Otherwise, Lin's Group would be ruined.
"Force it is, then! Am I afraid of you?" Lin Xin said, while subtly signaling the factory director to find an opportunity to escape.
Soon, over a dozen security guards rushed into the factory director's office, intending to forcibly expel Bao Tie and his companions.
As Bao Tie was about to take action, Luo Tianshui stood up and said, "Bao Tie, you handle your business. These people are mine."
With a series of crisp slapping sounds, the dozen security guards, without moving from their spots, were each slapped by Luo Tianshui.
"Call Jiang Gou and tell him to get here immediately," Luo Tianshui said coldly.
"Who... who are you? I already called. Our boss will be here shortly," the security guard who had initially stopped them said, clutching his face.
Luo Tianshui kicked the middle-aged security guard to the ground and declared, "All of you, get down! Anyone who moves, I'll break their leg."
Luo Tianshui was too fast. The dozen security guards were terrified and obediently crouched on the ground with their hands over their heads.
Everyone in the factory administrative building was gathered in the conference room. Bao Tie announced that the factory was taken over by Xuan Xiao Company. He then called Lin Xuan to send accountants to take charge of the accounts.
Lin Xin and the factory director, who had tried to leave, were forced by Luo Tianshui to enter the conference room. They sat in a corner, afraid to utter a word.
After Bao Tie finished his call, Jiang Gou, full of bluster, kicked open the door and entered the conference room.
Seeing Jiang Gou, the dozen security guards stood up, knowing they had someone to back them.
"Who? Let me see who dares to be so arrogant as to hit my Jiangkou Security Company personnel."
"I did. I'm the one who hit them," said Luo Tianshui, who was seated with his legs crossed on the table.
Jiang Gou was shocked to see Luo Tianshui. He quickly hurried over and said, "So it's Brother Luo! I'm sorry, Brother Luo. My subordinates were rude to you. I'll deal with them properly when we get back."
"No need. Jiang Gou, immediately mobilize a group of men and secure the raw material and finished product warehouses."
Seeing Jiang Gou acting subserviently before Luo Tianshui, the dozen security guards were terrified and again crouched down with their hands over their heads.
Jiang Gou kicked one of the security guards and shouted, "Didn't you hear Brother Luo? Hurry up and secure the warehouses."
The dozen security guards left in a hurry. Bao Tie then said, "Stop the production lines immediately. Jiang Gou, bring some more men and seal off the factory buildings as well."
Jiang Gou felt a bit disgruntled at being directly addressed as "Jiang Gou" by Bao Tie. But when he saw the sharp gaze from Luo Tianshui, he was too scared to say anything more and immediately made a call to gather his men.