mtl008 Chapter 658 suggests that everyone go together to get a refund from them.
Chapter 658 suggests that everyone go together to get a refund from them.
"And what about reports of tax evasion?"
“Our company’s tax records are crystal clear and can withstand scrutiny from any department,” Li Xiangyang said, his tone becoming stern. “I want to remind certain people that malicious accusations are not only slander against the company but also interference with the work of relevant departments.”
The press conference lasted for an hour, during which Li Xiangyang responded in detail to all the questions raised and showcased the company's various certificates and honors on the spot.
Finally, he said something that shocked everyone:
"I know someone is pulling strings behind the scenes, trying to ruin our company. But I want to tell these people that Sanheshan Treasure Company is not a pushover. Anyone who tries to bully us should be prepared to face the consequences."
"Our company is willing to cooperate and achieve win-win results with all legitimate businesses, but we will never compromise with those that use despicable means!"
The applause of the audience was thunderous.
After the press conference, many business owners took the initiative to come and talk with Li Xiangyang, expressing their support and willingness to cooperate.
"Mr. Li, your move is brilliant!" A food factory owner gave a thumbs up. "Several of our companies have been harassed by Tianhua Trading, but we've never dared to speak up. With you taking the lead, we feel much more confident!"
That evening, as soon as Li Xiangyang returned home, Wang Ergou excitedly ran over.
"Xiangyang, that was a brilliant move of yours today!" Wang Ergou slapped his thigh. "I heard that Tianhua Trading is in complete chaos right now, and Zhang Jianguo got a real dressing down from their boss!"
"This is just the beginning," Li Xiangyang said calmly. "The real contest is yet to come."
Sure enough, Zhang Jianguo came again early the next morning.
But this time, his attitude was clearly different.
"Mr. Li, I watched yesterday's press conference," Zhang Jianguo said with a grim expression. "Are you declaring war on Tianhua Trading?"
Li Xiangyang leaned back in his chair, leisurely sipping his tea: "Manager Zhang, you flatter me. I was just clarifying the facts."
"Clarify the facts?" Zhang Jianguo sneered. "President Li, do you think a single press conference can solve the problem?"
“Of course not.” Li Xiangyang put down his teacup, his eyes sharpening. “But it’s enough to let everyone know who’s behind this.”
Zhang Jianguo's expression darkened further: "President Li, I advise you to think this through. In this industry, Tianhua Trading still has some influence."
"Threatening me?" Li Xiangyang stood up. "Manager Zhang, I, Li Xiangyang, grew up in the mountains. What haven't I seen? You think you can scare me with your little tricks?"
"Since you put it that way, then don't blame us for being impolite." Zhang Jianguo stood up and left. "Mr. Li, you'd better watch yourself!"
After Zhang Jianguo left, the air in the office seemed to freeze.
Standing by the window, Li Xiangyang watched Zhang Jianguo get into his car and drive away, a cold smile playing on his lips. A threat? When had Li Xiangyang ever been afraid of a threat?
"Xiangyang, this guy doesn't seem like he's going to give up easily." Wang Ergou pushed open the door, his face full of worry.
“It’s good that they’re not going to let this go,” Li Xiangyang turned around, a dangerous glint in his eyes. “I’ve been looking for an opportunity to deal with them.”
Just then, Tian Guoqiang rushed in.
"Factory manager, something terrible has happened!" Tian Guoqiang gasped for breath. "I just received a call from the bank saying our loan account has been frozen!"
Li Xiangyang was taken aback: "What's the reason?"
"They said they received a report and suspect we've engaged in irregular financial transactions," Tian Guoqiang said, wiping his sweat. "Now the bank is demanding detailed proof of our financial transactions."
Wang Ergou slammed his fist on the table: "Damn it, these bastards acted fast!"
Li Xiangyang remained surprisingly calm. He knew this was definitely the work of Tianhua Trading. The fact that they dared to threaten him so blatantly meant they were confident they could bring him down.
"Guoqiang, immediately compile all the financial data, the more detailed the better," Li Xiangyang quickly instructed. "Xiaowei, notify the finance department to cooperate with all bank investigations."
"Ergou," Li Xiangyang said, looking at Wang Ergou, "contact the business owners we know and see if they've encountered similar situations."
After a busy day, Li Xiangyang finally managed to stabilize the situation at the bank for the time being. But he knew that this was only temporary, and the other party would definitely have more tricks up their sleeve.
The next morning, as soon as Li Xiangyang arrived at the factory, he found a crowd gathered at the gate.
"What's going on?" Li Xiangyang asked Zhang Xiaowei.
"Factory manager, these are all here to collect debts," Zhang Xiaowei said, his face grim. "They say we owe them money for goods."
Upon closer inspection, Li Xiangyang saw that these people were all holding IOUs, which indeed bore the seal of Sanheshan Treasure Company.
"Where did you get these IOUs from?" Li Xiangyang asked loudly.
"We bought them from Tianhua Trading Company!" A middle-aged man waved the IOU. "They said your company was going bankrupt, so they sold these debts to us cheaply!"
Li Xiangyang's heart sank. So Tianhua Trading was trying to ruin him this way. They first forged IOUs, then sold them at low prices to these unsuspecting people, inciting them to cause trouble.
"Gentlemen," Li Xiangyang raised his voice, "these IOUs are all forged! Our company has never owed you any money!"
"Forgery?" the middle-aged man's voice rose even louder. "You think it's forgery just because you say so? This has your company's official seal on it!"
Li Xiangyang stepped forward and examined the IOU carefully. The seal did look very similar, but he immediately noticed the problem—the seal had fine burrs on the edges, a sign of machine production, not the smooth edges of a genuine seal.
"Everyone, please calm down." Li Xiangyang raised his hands. "I can tell you all with certainty that these IOUs are fake. If you don't believe me, we can go to the relevant department to verify them."
"Verify what?" another person shouted. "Manager Zhang from Tianhua Trading said you're just trying to renege on your debt!"
Li Xiangyang sneered inwardly. Zhang Jianguo's move was indeed insidious: to gather a group of uninformed people to cause trouble, which would both create problems for the factory and leave Li Xiangyang without any legitimate reason to act.
"Alright then," Li Xiangyang raised his voice, "since we're all victims, let's go together to Tianhua Trading and demand an explanation!"
The room fell silent the moment those words were spoken.
"What do you mean?" The middle-aged man was a little confused.
“If the IOUs you bought from Tianhua Trading are fake, then you've been scammed too. I'm a victim as well,” Li Xiangyang patiently explained. “I suggest we all go together to get our money back!”