Chapter 65 Trying to threaten me? Ha, I'll turn the tables on you!
The dyeing workshop was located in the west of the city. Three residential buildings were combined to form a small factory, with each function clearly defined, as well as a place for cooking and for workers to rest at noon.
Now Luo San and the thirty workers are mainly staying in the rest area, their faces gloomy.
The people of Liang'an are working hard to persuade the workers. Several of them, who have elderly parents and young children to support, have been almost convinced. However, most of them remain unmoved and dare not step forward.
Last night, a worker named Chen said a few words to Luo San, and Luo San and his men beat him up. He couldn't even get out of bed this morning.
They were all pillars of their respective families. Luo San's dye shop had been open for more than ten years, and he had accumulated a wide network of connections. If the new employer could not suppress him, they would still have to follow him in the end for the sake of this job.
Therefore, no one dared to take the risk, even though they were all furious.
This group of people all hoped that Liang An could take drastic measures to drive Luo San and his lackeys out of the dye shop, and preferably out of Peach Blossom County.
Five people were in charge of working on the workers' mindset. The leader was named Li Tie. Li Tie spent the whole morning persuading them, and when he saw that the workers dared not utter a sound, he knew that Luo San was the crux of the problem.
Li Tie planned to talk to Luo San again: "Luo San, if you want to leave, we won't stop you, but let's part amicably. You do your business, I'll run my workshop. Don't mess with us. Our boss is powerful, so don't go too far. As the saying goes, leave a way out for others, so you can meet again in the future. Luo San, Peach Blossom County isn't big, we'll meet again someday. You—"
Luo San interrupted, "Alright, stop wasting your breath. We're not leaving, it's just that we all have elderly parents and young children to support. The work at the dye shop is urgent, tiring, and stressful. The wages we earn can't possibly cover our family expenses!"
"Is it that you can't afford to support your family expenses, or is it that others can't afford it either? These people used to work for you, and their monthly wages haven't changed for over ten years. They've managed to get by for all these years. Our dye shop pays them 30% more per month than you do. How come it's suddenly not enough?"
"The past is the past, the present is the present. As the saying goes, times have changed! You're the ones who brought us here, so you have to make sure our whole family has enough to eat! Otherwise, we won't start working!"
"Luo San, what are you doing—"
Luo San, emboldened, interrupted, "Stop talking nonsense. I'm not going to waste my time with you. One question: are you going to increase the pay? If not, we're leaving immediately!"
Even if Li Tie could decide on the processing fee, he wouldn't agree. Once he gives in, he'll do it again and again. If he makes a concession this time, Luo San and the others will definitely use the same trick to force the dyehouse to comply. If he doesn't agree, they'll go on strike.
If we do this every three to five weeks, does the dye shop even need to operate?
Li Tie said firmly: "Impossible!"
"Then there's nothing more to say! Brothers! Let's go!"
Luo San jumped up, grabbed the two people on his left and right, and the three of them walked towards the courtyard gate, followed hesitantly by a group of people.
Even though he only had five men, Li Tie waved his hand to show his stance: "Stop them!"
Luo San drew a knife from his waist and shouted fiercely, "Let's see who dares to stop me! I'll kill anyone who tries to stop me!"
Li Tie's face turned green: "Luo San, don't do anything reckless!"
Just then, a clear, melodious laugh came from outside the door, followed by a graceful figure appearing at the gate: "What's the big deal? You're already shouting for war. Boss Luo, with such a narrow mind, you're incapable of accomplishing anything great!"
It was Zhou Mujiao!
As soon as Li Tie saw her, he seemed to have found his pillar of support. He ran over to her, calling out, "Master! Young Master Zhao! Steward Liang!"
Only then did everyone realize that the owner of the dye shop was actually a girl!
How could a young girl possibly fight Luo San? It's over; I'm afraid I'll lose this job. But losing my job is better than losing my life!
The courtyard gate was wide open, and Zhao Yunjing and Liang An stood on either side of Zhou Mujiao, blocking the entire gate. Luo San could only see a few people behind them, but he didn't know exactly how many. Seeing that the owner of the dye shop was just a young girl, he almost burst out laughing.
A little girl dares to steal his job? If he doesn't teach her a lesson, then everyone in Peach Blossom County will have a say in how to treat him!
Today, he's not only going to deal with this little girl, but he's also going to take over this dye shop!
Luo Sanxiao: "No wonder Manager Liang refused to pay the brothers more money. It turns out you're our boss! You've come at the right time, boss. The brothers are almost starving. Hurry up and pay them more so we can all get back to work. Otherwise, it would be bad if we delayed your business!"
Zhou Mujiao's expression was indifferent: "It's impossible to increase your wages. If you want to leave, then leave. Why make such a fuss? If everyone else has decided to leave with Boss Luo, I won't stop them. We have an employment relationship, which is also a kind of cooperation. It's all about mutual consent. If one party is unwilling, then the relationship should be terminated."
"Alright, let's vote now. Whoever wants to go with Boss Luo, stand on the left. Don't worry, I'll settle all your wages, and I wish you all the best in your future endeavors. Those who want to stay and continue working for me, stand on the right. However, your wages will remain the same, and I won't deliberately make things difficult for you in the future because of your performance today."
Zhou Mujiao's decisiveness surprised Luo San. He frowned, wondering if there was some conspiracy involved.
Luo San opened his mouth: "You—"
Liang An clapped his hands to interrupt: "Everyone has heard what the boss said, let's vote now! Those who want to leave, stand on the left; those who want to stay, stand on the right! Hurry! Don't delay!"
Luo San felt there was more to this than met the eye. He glanced at Zhou Mujiao again, and seeing that she truly showed no sign of panic, he hesitated: "Dong—"
Zhou Mujiao chuckled: "Boss Luo made such a big fuss just to get more money, right? Now I've made it clear that I won't give you more money. If you regret it and want to stay and work, I can consider it. After all, you do have the money. However, it depends on how sincere you are."
Luo San was initially quite hesitant, but after hearing these words, how could he hold back? If he stayed, he would never have a chance to make a comeback. He would lose face, and not only would the people here laugh at him, but outside, people would also laugh at him for being manipulated by a woman!
"Stop talking nonsense! I'm not staying! All of you, come here!"
Under Luo San's warning gaze, the workers hesitated for a long time, but fifteen or sixteen of them still stood on the left. The rest were gambling with the livelihoods of their families. They all looked at Zhou Mujiao with trust in their eyes, but also with trepidation.
Luo San was furious: "Fine. I, Luo San, will remember you fifteen today. When this woman can't make a living anymore, let's see how you kneel down and beg me!"
With a wave of her hand, Zhou Mujiao immediately distributed all the wages to the fifteen people. The whole process took less than half an incense stick's time, and even Luo San received every single copper coin.
Luo San squinted: "Miss Zhou, you should think carefully about whether you really want us to leave. You should know that if I leave with these people, your dye shop will not be able to start operations for half a month!"
"If you want to leave, then leave. Who wants to hear your last words? It's not like the dye shop can't function without you guys." Zhou Mujiao retorted, waving her hand. "Hey, just open your dog eyes and see how long it will take us to resume work. Brother Ma, let the guys from Zhouyun Logistics open the eyes of our Boss Luo!"
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