Seeing that the owner of the food processing plant was eager about the offer, Merlin decided to press the advantage, and he continued, "Why don't we put this in black and white? And I'll pay you half right away—that's 200 grand USD.

"The formal procedures can wait. All I need is for you to keep the workers in line and clear the place out while I finish the upgrades. The remaining 200 grand will come within two months."

Pausing, Merlin then added, "And like I said, there's no need to rush the f