Divine Doctor from the Start of the Eye Mutation

Chapter 1653: Ceased Operations

Ling Zhenfei laughed and said, "Mr. Zhou, do you really think no one knows the current situation of your distillery? Don't talk about having annual sales of over a hundred million; can you even sell any wine now?"

Zhou Gensheng replied, "Mr. Ling, don't listen to the rumors outside. You can see that our distillery is doing well."

Ling Zhenfei said, "Really? Is it doing well? Then why is there no one inside the factory, just people in the plant?"

Zhou Gensheng said, "Today is a holiday; we take a break every now and then."

Ling Zhenfei said, "Enough nonsense, just name a real price."

After glancing at Wang Chunsheng, Zhou Gensheng said, "Alright, since you're so sincere, I'll give you the lowest price. How about one hundred million?"

Ling Zhenfei laughed after hearing this, "With this price, how should I put it? If I buy it for that, I'm wondering if there won't be any money left."

Zhou Gensheng said, "Transfer the money, and I'll put the company under your name."

Ling Zhenfei knew what Zhou Gensheng was thinking and said, "And then, when you transfer the company, wouldn't the debts owed by Xianrenzui Distillery fall upon me as well?"

Startled, Zhou Gensheng showed a hint of an awkward smile and said, "Mr. Ling, even if Xianrenzui Distillery has a small amount of debt, how could it affect anything?"

Ling Zhenfei laughed and said, "Mr. Zhou, your sincerity is truly lacking. Even now, you're not being truthful. Let me be clear, I don't fight battles I'm not sure about.

It's the same when doing business; if I'm not familiar with it, I won't engage. I already know very well what's going on with Xianrenzui Distillery.

You owe too much money, not just borrowing a lot, but also owing the government. Why did operations stop? Because it's been quite a while since the workers received wages, right?

All those people outside supposedly here to buy wine, they're here to demand payment, right? If you don't pay up, you'd probably find it very difficult to leave."

After Ling Zhenfei finished speaking, not only was Zhou Gensheng stunned, but also Wang Chunsheng and the rest who came along.

They knew Xianrenzui Distillery wasn't doing well but didn't expect the situation to be this dire.

Wang Chunsheng looked at Zhou Gensheng in shock and asked, "Director Zhou, is what he said true?"

Zhou Gensheng sat in his seat, his expression fluctuating with a hint of guilt.

Ling Zhenfei said, "That's how I am; this distillery can be bought or not, I don't care about the money but don't want to waste it."

Zhou Gensheng said, "Since you already know, I have nothing more to say."

Ling Zhenfei asked, "Can you speak the truth now? How much does Xianrenzui Distillery actually owe?"

Zhou Gensheng said, "Owes over thirty million to others, over twenty million to the government, and also several million in workers' wages."

Just the debts amount to sixty or seventy million. Anyone uninformed buying this distillery would be burdened enough to regret it.

Wang Chunsheng and the others were dumbfounded, especially Wang Chunsheng who initially brokered this deal, not knowing it had such hidden troubles.

After thinking for a moment, Ling Zhenfei said, "Zhou Gensheng, actually I don't want to take advantage of someone's difficult situation. How about this: you transfer the distillery to me, and I'll help you pay the debts. What do you think?"

Looking at Ling Zhenfei, Zhou Gensheng said, "No way; you want the distillery without paying, I can't agree."

Ling Zhenfei chuckled, "Anyway, I've said all I need. If you feel it's appropriate, we can make the deal; if not, then fine. As for your Immortal Drunken Wine, I don't want it anymore."

After speaking, Ling Zhenfei stood up and led Wang Chunsheng and others outside.

Seeing Ling Zhenfei leave, the others naturally followed. This time, Ling Zhenfei didn't let anyone lead him but walked straight out.

This time, Ling Zhenfei didn't use the side door but headed straight to the main entrance.

At the main entrance, a large crowd was gathered, holding banners and placards. Seeing someone coming out, they quickly stood up.

"Pay back what you owe, Zhou Gensheng, return our money."

"Pay us back, return our money."

The group shouted, obviously they had been through this before, so they were quite experienced.

They knew who was in charge, so seeing it's not Zhou Gensheng, they were about to sit back down.

But someone recognized Ling Zhenfei, shouting to the others, "Look, isn't that Ling Zhenfei?"

"Who's Ling Zhenfei? Distillery leadership?"

"What distillery leadership? That's Miracle Doctor Ling Zhenfei, the one who runs Xi Shan Restaurant."

"Where, where? Let me see."

The crowd quickly recognized Ling Zhenfei and turned their attention towards him.

"How is Ling Zhenfei related to this distillery? Why is he coming out of there?"

"No idea, perhaps he's here to buy wine."

"Don't know, let's watch, let's watch."

There was a gate at the main entrance, closed since no vehicles were moving in or out.

As Ling Zhenfei approached the gate, he suddenly heard shouting from behind.

Ling Zhenfei quickly turned to see Zhou Gensheng running over with a group.

Seeing Zhou Gensheng come out, the people demanding payment at the gate looked shocked and started to stir.

Even the pretentious employees in the yard followed suit.

At this point, Ling Zhenfei stopped, knowing Zhou Gensheng would surely agree. At least now the burden of debt was lifted.

Otherwise, if he didn't agree, he might truly face bankruptcy, with the sixty million debt needing repayment.

Ling Zhenfei watched as Zhou Gensheng reached him and asked, "What's up, Mr. Zhou, is there something else?"

Looking distraught, Zhou Gensheng said, "The distillery is yours."

Ling Zhenfei chuckled, "Director Zhou seems to respond quickly."

Zhou Gensheng said, "No jokes, but I have one condition."

Ling Zhenfei asked, "What condition?"

Zhou Gensheng said, "Boss Ling, you must keep the name Xianrenzui, as my father named it. His biggest wish is for Xianrenzui to continue flourishing; I don't want him disappointed."

Ling Zhenfei nodded, "Alright, just for your filial piety, I'll keep the name."

Zhou Gensheng said, "Thank you; we can complete the transfer quickly."

Ling Zhenfei said, "Of course."

Meanwhile, those demanding payment outside looked very agitated seeing Zhou Gensheng's reaction.