Reborn in the Entertainment Industry: Second Life

Cao Xin fell silent; he couldn't refute Bo Bing's words.

This is indeed a problem. Sticking together is initially for mutual support, but over time, even if you don't get pushed up yourself, someone else will be pushed up to be the leader.

"Then tell me... what do you want?"

The man's voice was a little hoarse. "They're just a bunch of pathetic stray dogs left. What waves can they possibly stir up?"

A stray dog.

Since Cao Xin broke out, I haven't heard anyone mention this for a long time.

Unexpectedly, I broke this precedent myself.

Cao Xin's words were a bit harsh.

"That's true."

Bo Bing crossed her legs and said, "If that's what Team Leader Cao says, then we still have room for discussion."

There are twists and turns, and there is a bright future.

Cao Xin had initially thought the negotiations were going to fall apart. After all, he couldn't just morally blackmail the other party. Making a living for twenty or thirty people was no small matter, and anyone would have reservations. But if they were to fend for themselves, they might not have any backing and could be purged by Zhi Yu's former enemies one day.

—That's the key point.

He approached Bo Bing because he knew that Bo Bing wasn't as simple as he appeared. Cao Xin wasn't stupid; as a henchman, he was more sensitive to the wind direction and the smell of blood than anyone else.

Putting aside the strength this guy has shown, just the fact that he has the funds to build a factory is enough. The factory's real estate is at least tens of millions in scale. Even if it's not one of the top-tier factories in L City, it's definitely considered above average.

"oh oh."

Cao Xin agreed in a daze.

"It's agreed that everyone who comes to work after the start of the year will have a probationary period. I'm not going to support just anyone. I'm a businessman, not a philanthropist. I will not hesitate to fire anyone who should be fired."

Bo Bing laid it all out beforehand: "Anyone who dares to disobey the pharmaceutical company's management will be fired. There's no room for sentimentality with me. Even if you come begging on your knees, I'll still fire you. Don't let this cause me any unhappiness."

Cao Xin agreed almost without thinking, "Of course. Anyone who doesn't know their place and causes trouble at the pharmaceutical factory, I'll be the first to fire them."

The two exchanged opinions briefly again. These people all had relatively clean records, so Bo Bing didn't need to worry about any trouble with them.

Where do these people live now?

Bo Bing asked Cao Xin, "The nightclub has been shut down and the group has been shut down. Where can these people go?"

"In a garage in the suburbs..."

Cao Xin said somewhat embarrassedly, "There are still prefabricated houses and truck trailers over there that haven't been dismantled. Those are currently under my name, and that woman can't take them... With no means of livelihood, people don't dare to spend money even if they have it. All the money allocated to them has to be used for temporary living."

"He left me a message: sell your belongings and disband the group, find someone to continue, or start your own business—it's up to me after that..."

As Cao Xin said this, a look of confusion appeared on his face.

"He's quick to wash his hands of the business."

Bo Bing scoffed.

"When can we get people together to discuss this? The pharmaceutical factory is currently empty, and my Chinese herbal medicines are almost cleared through customs. I really need someone to haul the goods and keep an eye on the herbs for me."

That's why I say the timing is good.

Lu Shuang's goods will soon arrive in G1 province. He definitely can't deliver them himself. He was originally thinking of hiring someone, but it seems that God is still on his side.

"It can be this afternoon, as long as you say the word..."

Cao Xin agreed almost immediately, as if afraid that Bo Bing would change her mind. "Where should we meet?"

"Shenshuang Pharmaceutical, a pharmaceutical factory."

Bo Bing stood up. "I don't like to drag things out like this. Besides, I want to see these people for myself. If they're not a good fit, then you should break up. Don't try to be clever with me."

"That's natural."

Cao Xin accepted it readily; in fact, it was far better than he had expected.

Cao Xin made a call, and someone immediately responded. The cars, just as the two had agreed beforehand, drove directly to the garage of Shenshuang Pharmaceutical Factory and parked there.

Cao Xin felt somewhat relieved by Bo Bing's actions. Since the car had already arrived, Bo Bing couldn't just not do her job, could she?

Four large trucks, two small trucks, and two cars—these eight vehicles are Cao Xin's current assets, and of course, they will soon become assets of the Bo Bing factory.

Cars were already arriving to find Bo Bing. The truck drivers over there listened to Cao Xin's words and, hearing him say that everyone should gather together, knew that a big announcement was about to be made. They didn't dare to delay at all, counted the number of people, and got into their trucks. The convoy headed towards Shenshuang Pharmaceutical in a grand procession.

Bo Bing sat in the passenger seat of the black Santana, Cao Xin was driving, and two burly men sat in the back. Another white Jetta followed behind, with the people who had just arrived together inside.

"Time really flies. The last time we were sitting in the car together... wasn't it when our team leader Cao arrested Li Yuan to threaten me?"

Bo Bing looked out the window.

"So vindictive?"

Cao Xin chuckled as well, "Back then, we really became friends after a fight, and I'm sorry for offending you."

"It's okay, I understand."

Bo Bing shrugged nonchalantly, "It's just a matter of loyalty to one's duty."

The area around the pharmaceutical factory is sparsely populated, but there are actually quite a few small chemical plants and pharmaceutical factories. There are red-brown tile signs at the entrance with the four large characters "Shenshuang Pharmaceutical" written in regular script, and a line of English letters and a stamp below.

The gatekeeper had opened the gate early and was waiting for the cars. When Bo Bing arrived, the cars in front had already been let in by the gatekeeper. The group got out of the cars and waited anxiously for Cao Xin's arrival.

When they saw Cao Xin get out of the car and then go around to the other side to open the car door for a young man, their hearts skipped a beat.

Who could get Cao Xin to open the car door?

The last person who made Cao Xin drive and open the door was Boss Zhi.

The atmosphere became tense.

"Brothers, I'm sure you all know about what happened with Boss Zhi before..."

"Team Leader Cao, is the reason we've been summoned this time to avenge Boss Zhi?"

"that is!"

"We don't want to break up!"

Some people were eager to try, saying, "We always work with the team leader, and whatever the team leader says goes!"

"You all flatter me," Cao Xin said, stopping and looking at the young people in front of him. "But I really don't have the ability to keep you all eating meat. I can only find you a new place to go. I understand that you have nowhere to part ways."

"This is Bo Bing, the factory manager of Shenshuang Pharmaceuticals. Anyone willing to work for us can stay; those who don't, take your share of the profits and leave..."

These words caused a huge uproar.

"The grudge against Boss Zhi..."

"Team Leader Cao, what does this mean?"

"We all started by following the two of you..."

Cao Xin's eyes reddened. He desperately wanted to tell these people the truth: Zhi Yu had long since parted ways with them.

But clearly, at this moment, he lacked the courage to speak out.

"It means nothing. It's just a way to survive, nothing more."

Cao Xin took a deep breath of cold air. "Boss Zhi is down, but everyone still has to live their lives. If we send you out to work now, let alone getting caught and beaten to death by your enemies; just talking about work, you're used to the old ways. What will you do when you run out of money? Go beg on the streets, or go straight to jail?"

"It's time to think about your own lives, everyone!"

Cao Xin's voice cracked slightly, "If you have other options, just leave on your own. Don't accuse me of turning my back on my brothers!!!"

Whisper.

Bo Bing quickly surveyed the group. There were men and women among them, including the three women he had seen under the overpass before.

"Whether you stay or leave is up to you. If you stay and work hard, I certainly won't treat you unfairly," Bo Bing said firmly, her eyes cold. "But if anyone has ulterior motives, don't blame me for being ruthless. After all, Cao Xin is barely able to protect himself right now, let alone help you."

“My factory hasn’t even started hiring yet, but I’ve already received a ton of resumes from vocational school and junior college graduates, as well as messages from acquaintances… If Cao Xin hadn’t said he wanted to bring you all in with him, I wouldn’t have bothered with a bunch of subordinates who might not be loyal to me.”

Bo Bing shrugged. "After all, all I want is your Team Leader Cao."

The young man's nonchalant attitude made Cao Xin nervous, fearing that his subordinate might not understand the difference between the two kings and waste the opportunity.

"You have thirty minutes to discuss and ask questions. Once you've finished, sign it. When the time is up, I won't give anyone special treatment."

Bo Bing glanced at the watch on her wrist.

A burly man stepped forward, his voice gruff, "Does it include room and board?"

"Accommodation is provided, but meals are not. The factory doesn't have a place to cook yet."

Bo Bing pointed to the newly painted second-floor dormitory, "Four-person rooms, bunk beds, water and electricity provided, cook your own meals, and those who want to stay can stay tonight."

What do people in pharmaceutical factories do?

Another burly man stepped forward, saying, "I can drive and move goods."

“That’s enough. Those who can drive and move goods can contribute their strength,” Bo Bing affirmed directly. “The raw materials for medicinal herbs need to be transported by vehicles, and people are needed to load and unload them. You can just follow along. Those who can’t drive can help with unloading, or after training, they can go to the production line or pack.”

A woman stepped forward, and Bo Bing recognized her as the woman who had spoken to Cao Xin under the overpass.

"The jobs you mentioned are all physically demanding. We have four or five women here. If we want to stay, what positions are available and what kind of work will we be doing?"

"I've seen you."

Bo Bing spoke directly, not waiting for the woman to ask further questions out of curiosity. The young man turned to look at Cao Xin and said, "This is the person you were talking about who can do accounts?"

"Yes."

Cao Xin probably remembered too, "She used to be the manager who calculated the drinks and total income and expenditure at the nightclub."

"We need people for staff counting, accounting, and sales... After the raw materials arrive after the New Year, I will find someone to train the employees. There is a division of labor here, and there will be no special treatment or looking down on women. The more you work, the more you earn."

Bo Bing spoke.

Upon hearing this, the women huddled together again and began to discuss it in hushed tones.

Half an hour passed quickly.

They looked after each other, and no one wanted to leave. Once they became familiar with the people and environment around them, reintegrating them into society was a huge challenge.

So the contract prepared by Bo Bing was quickly signed.

"Let me make this clear from the start: from now on, you will all be under my command, Bo Bing. I don't care who you worked for before, whether it was Zhi Yu or anyone else. Remember this: from now on, I am the boss."

Bo Bing gestured for Cao Xin to put the contract away.

[Sales pitch] Start.

Alpha's voice appeared.

The young man stood in the cold wind, his back straight as a pine tree, his voice deep and powerful.

"You won't regret following me. One day, even a behemoth like the Ice Age will be utterly destroyed before the Divine Frost. On that day, we won't be chasing fame and fortune; fame and fortune will bow down to us!"

Such a boastful tone, but young people can inspire excitement and trust.

Cao Xin thought.

Bo Bing smiled lazily and snapped her fingers near the stunned man's ear, "Especially you, Cao Xin."

The young man's voice was deep and sinister, like that of an evil snake.

"Offer your loyalty to me."