Jason waved his hand again, saying, “Let’s hold off on this matter for now and wait until he is back.”
“Jason!”
Eden and Porter couldn’t hold back.
“This decision stands. Wait until he is out of seclusion. Anyone who dares to take action privately will face the sect’s punishments!” Jason’s voice turned stern, leaving no room for argument.
Porter and Eden exchanged glances, not daring to say anything further. Joe’s gaze seemed distant, lost in thought.
On the other side, at the Huntstone, the Henley family’s estate, in Teresa’s meeting room.
Teresa glanced at all the relatives she had summoned, and began, “You must all be aware of the renaming and full acquisition of Maple Springs Cosmetic Products Manufacturing Factory by Azure Financial, now re-branded as Herbal Magic Cosmetics Company.”
“Azure Financial, backed by Azure Cloud Group, and you’re well aware of its strength. Azure Financial has invested two hundred million to fully upgrade the production line of Herbal Magic Cosmetics Company. It has announced that it’s seeking an exclusive distributor under the most favorable conditions. For our Henley family, this is undoubtedly a golden opportunity!”
“I’ve gathered you all here today to discuss this matter. Once we become the exclusive distributor for Herbal Magic Cosmetics Company, it will mean we have a cooperative relationship with Azure Financial and can also connect with Azure Cloud Group.”
Everyone understood Teresa’s intention-it was all about establishing ties with Azure Cloud Group and elevating the Henley family to a first-class status.
After Teresa finished, she surveyed the room again. “Today’s meeting has a single purpose: Who’s willing to go and discuss the distributorship with Herbal Magic Cosmetics Company?”
With Teresa’s statement, the members of the Henley family didn’t immediately express their stance. They lowered their heads, weighing the pros and cons of this matter.
Negotiating, in plain words, was often challenging and unappreciated work.
If successful, it was a win-win situation. If not, it might lead to being criticized.
The balance between risk and benefit didn’t seem quite even.
“Mom, I’m in charge of construction materials, not familiar with cosmetics. I’m interested but not capable,” Stanley spoke up first.
“Grandma, I believe the best choice to negotiate with Herbal Magic Cosmetics Company is none other than Bruno,” Fanny said.
“Sophia could also go. Her company, in charge of cosmetics, needs a new source of supplies,” another family member suggested.
“I also think it’s best for Sophia to handle the negotiations with Herbal Magic Cosmetics Company.”
“But isn’t it a problem? If Sophia’s company becomes the exclusive distributor for Herbal Magic Cosmetics Company, what about Breeze?”
“Yeah, Herbal Magic Cosmetics Company is now the strongest cosmetics manufacturer in the city. They’re taking on only one distributor, so it becomes a dilemma between Sophia Cosmetics and Breeze Cosmetics.”
“Are you really that clueless or just pretending? Did you see Sophia at today’s family meeting?”
“Huh, Sophia didn’t even show up today. I get it now.”
Listening to the discussions, Bruno made a decision in his heart: Herbal Magic Cosmetics Company had the backing of Azure Financial and Azure Cloud Group. He must became the only choice for the exclusive distributorship!
Moreover, his grandmother had given him this opportunity, as Sophia didn’t attend the family meeting today!
Seeing through this, Bruno raised his hand. “Grandma, I’d like to take on the task of negotiating with Herbal Magic Cosmetics Company.”
Teresa looked at Bruno approvingly and nodded. “Good boy, since you’re willing, you can go. The meeting ends here today. Everyone, disperse.”
The next morning, after dropping Sophia off at work, Leo drove to Herbal Magic Cosmetics Company.
In Alvin’s office, Leo sat in a boss’s chair, and Alvin stood before him like a subordinate.
This situation made Alvin a bit uncomfortable, as he had always been the one sitting in the boss’s chair while subordinates stood before him.
Seeing Leo not saying anything, just fixing his gaze on him, Alvin couldn’t help but feel nervous.
“Mr. Bloomer, do you have something to discuss?” Leo had come to the factory early, so Alvin knew there must be something important.
Leo nodded. “Yes, recently, the people from the Henley Group might come to discuss the distributorship. Unless Sophia Henley from Sophia Cosmetics is here, anyone else, kick them out. Also, my identity must remain absolutely confidential. Understand?”
“Sophia Henley? Mr. Bloomer, yesterday you mentioned they were only taking one distributor. Could it be for her?”
“Don’t ask what you shouldn’t ask!” Leo stood up from the chair. “Alright, that’s the deal, okay?”
“No problem at all!” Alvin assured, patting his chest. Kicking someone out was as simple as it could get.
After giving his instructions, Leo left the office building and headed straight for the factory gate.
Initially, Alvin was supposed to escort him, but Leo told him to focus on factory matters and not to bother with him.
However, as Leo was walking towards the factory gate, he saw Bruno.
Bruno also spotted him and spat on the ground. “What the hell is this loser Leo doing here?”
Soon, the two were standing face to face.
“Leo, what are you doing here?” Bruno sneered at him. “I know, you also know about Herbal Magic Cosmetics Company being acquired by Azure Financial. Are you here to apply as a security guard?”
“To hell with you. Get out of my way!” Leo had no positive feelings toward him.
“How dare you talk to me like this!”
An acknowledged loser in Henley family dared to insult him, and this infuriated Bruno. He reached out to grab Leo’s collar.
But the next moment, Leo had Bruno’s wrist in a grip.
Bruno tried to pull his hand back, but it was as if his wrist was clamped by iron pliers; he couldn’t free it.
Feeling anxious, Bruno attempted to kick Leo, but suddenly, his wrist throbbed with pain, causing him to yelp.
“Leo Bloomer, let go of me!” Bruno shrieked.
Leo gave a light push, and Bruno felt a surge of force. He stumbled backward and ended up sitting on the ground.
Being pushed down by a loser like Leo felt like a beggar spitting in his face to Bruno.
He screamed in frustration, got up from the ground, and was about to lunge at Leo to fight him.
However, he couldn’t even touch a hair on Leo before being kicked and sent flying by Leo. He crashed onto the ground.
Leo’s face held a cold expression as he walked step by step toward Bruno.
“Leo, what do you think you’re doing?” Bruno sat on the ground, retreating, increasingly fearful of the person he once thought was so easy to bully.
Approaching Bruno, Leo lifted his right foot and brought it down forcefully.