Meng Yanchen looked at the paper in his hand that recorded the mysterious investment group's plan, his eyes firm and resolute: "Xiaomei, no matter how many difficulties and obstacles lie ahead, we must rise to the challenge and make sure their conspiracy fails." Fan Shengmei nodded vigorously, her eyes filled with the same determination: "Yes, we definitely can. Next, let's split up and act as we just discussed." The two looked at each other again, their eyes filled with trust and understanding, then stood up and each stepped towards their new challenge.

Meng Yanchen quickly returned to his desk, sat down, took a deep breath, and began to mentally review his media connections. The office was so quiet that only the light tapping of his fingers on the desk could be heard, a rhythm that seemed to beat the drums of his inner thoughts. His gaze swept over the development history chart of the Fu Group hanging on the wall, and he silently vowed to protect the business empire he had built from scratch.

After a moment's thought, Meng Yanchen picked up the phone and dialed the number of Chen Yu, a senior media friend. The call connected quickly, and Meng Yanchen got straight to the point: "Chen Yu, I need your help with something important. A mysterious investment group is colluding with industry associations to suppress the Fu Group. Their actions seriously violate business ethics and market rules. I hope you can help me expose them." Chen Yu was silent for a moment on the other end of the line, then said, "Yanchen, this is no small matter. Are you sure you have enough evidence? Once it's reported, it will definitely cause a huge uproar." Meng Yanchen's eyes were resolute: "The evidence is conclusive. I'll have someone compile the materials and send them to you. This exposure is crucial for the Fu Group and will also allow the entire industry to see their true colors." Chen Yu considered for a moment and said, "Okay, I trust you." "However, we need to carefully plan the timing and method of the exposure to ensure maximum effect." Meng Yanchen frowned slightly, thinking for a moment, and said, "I think we can first release some rumors to test their reaction, and then choose a suitable time to fully expose it. What are your thoughts?" Chen Yu said on the other end of the phone, "I think we can first reveal some vague clues through some niche media within the industry to attract everyone's attention and speculation. After the hype builds, we can then use mainstream media to release solid evidence and deliver a fatal blow." Meng Yanchen nodded in agreement, saying, "That's a good idea, let's do it your way. I'll have someone compile the information immediately and send it to you as soon as possible."

After hanging up the phone, Meng Yanchen immediately summoned his assistant and gave him detailed instructions on how to organize the materials. After the assistant left, Meng Yanchen leaned back in his chair and rubbed his temples. He knew that this exposure operation had to be foolproof; otherwise, it would not only fail to damage the opponent but could also put the Fu Group in an even more unfavorable situation.

Meanwhile, Fan Shengmei was also working hard to coordinate internal company resources and advance new product development. She moved quickly between the various departments, her high heels clicking crisply on the floor. In each department, she patiently explained the importance and urgency of new product development to the person in charge. However, not everyone understood or cooperated with her work.

When Fan Shengmei arrived at the R&D department, R&D supervisor Zhang Feng said helplessly, "Ms. Fan, it's not that we don't want to cooperate, it's just that we're short-staffed lately, and previous projects haven't been fully completed yet. We simply can't spare more energy to invest in new product development." Fan Shengmei smiled and tried to persuade him, "Supervisor Zhang, I understand your difficulties. But this new product development is a golden opportunity for the company to turn things around. The mysterious investment group and industry association are putting pressure on us, and we must speed things up. Could you perhaps adjust the personnel arrangements to prioritize the development of the new product?" Zhang Feng frowned, hesitated for a moment, and said, "Ms. Fan, I'll do my best. But I can't guarantee that it will achieve the results you want." Fan Shengmei said gratefully, "Supervisor Zhang, thank you so much. If you encounter any problems during the process, please let me know, and I will find a way to solve them."

After leaving the R&D department, Fan Shengmei rushed to the finance department. Finance manager Li Hua, seeing Fan Shengmei, said with a troubled expression, "Ms. Fan, new product development requires a large investment, and the company's cash flow is currently quite tight. I'm afraid we can't meet all your needs." Fan Shengmei was prepared. She took out a detailed budget and revenue forecast report and handed it to Li Hua, saying, "Manager Li, please take a look at this report. Although the initial investment is large, in the long run, once this new product is successfully launched, it will bring huge profits to the company and greatly help improve the company's current financial situation." Li Hua carefully reviewed the report, pondered for a moment, and said, "Ms. Fan, the report is very detailed. But I still need to report to my superiors to see if we can make some adjustments to the fund allocation." Fan Shengmei smiled and said, "Okay, Manager Li, please report as soon as possible. The new product development time is tight, and we hope to receive funding support as soon as possible."

Time flew by in the midst of her busy work. Fan Shengmei finally finished a round of departmental coordination and returned to her office, slumping wearily into her chair. Just then, her phone rang; it was Meng Yanchen calling. Meng Yanchen said on the phone, "Xiaomei, I've drafted a preliminary exposure plan with my media friends and we're currently compiling relevant materials. How's things going on your end?" Fan Shengmei rubbed her temples and said, "I've communicated with all the departments, but I've encountered some resistance in resource coordination, especially with the R&D department short-staffed and the finance department facing some financial difficulties. But I'll continue to find solutions." Meng Yanchen comforted her, "Don't worry too much, I understand your difficulties. Let me know if you need any help. We'll work together and definitely overcome these difficulties." Fan Shengmei gratefully said, "Okay, I understand. You also need to be careful on your end; the mysterious investment group certainly won't sit idly by, they might take action."

However, just as Fan Shengmei feared, the mysterious investment group had already noticed Meng Yanchen and Fan Shengmei's actions. The atmosphere was tense in the headquarters conference room of the mysterious investment group. Chen Tianhao, a senior executive of the group, looked grim as he stared at the report on the recent movements of the Fu Group in his hand. He roared, "Those two, Meng Yanchen and Fan Shengmei, actually want to retaliate! Do they think they can expose our cooperation with the industry association so easily? Hmph, not so simple!" His assistant, sitting beside him, cautiously said, "Mr. Chen, what should we do? They seem to have some leads and are contacting the media, preparing to expose us." Chen Tianhao sneered and said, "Immediately strengthen ties with the industry association and let them use their power to create more trouble for the Fu Group. At the same time, closely monitor Meng Yanchen and Fan Shengmei's every move. Report to me immediately if you discover any substantial action they take." The assistant nodded hurriedly, "Yes, Mr. Chen. I'll take care of it right away."

Chen Tianhao stood up, walked to the window, and looked at the bustling city outside. A hint of ruthlessness flashed in his eyes: "Meng Yanchen, Fan Shengmei, you're still too green to fight me. I won't let you ruin my plans. The Fu Group will be mine sooner or later."

Meanwhile, Meng Yanchen and Fan Shengmei gradually became aware of their opponent's wariness. Meng Yanchen discovered that some of the company's business activities had recently encountered inexplicable obstacles, as if an invisible force was manipulating things behind the scenes. Fan Shengmei, in coordinating resources, also sensed that various departments had become more cautious, as if someone was putting pressure on them from behind.

Meng Yanchen and Fan Shengmei met again in the office, both looking very serious. Meng Yanchen said, "Xiaomei, the situation isn't good. Our opponents seem to have figured out our plan and are starting to take precautions. The company's business activities have been disrupted, and there's definitely a mysterious investment group and industry association behind this." Fan Shengmei frowned and analyzed, "I feel it too. All departments are now very cautious, making it more difficult to move forward. It seems they're trying to stop us from implementing our counterattack plan this way." Meng Yanchen pondered for a moment and said, "We can't let them disrupt our rhythm. Continue pushing forward with the exposure plan, and at the same time, accelerate the development of new products. We need to find a way to break through their defenses and catch them off guard." Fan Shengmei nodded firmly, "Okay, I'll increase coordination efforts and resolve the resource issue as soon as possible. You also need to expedite your communication with the media to ensure the exposure achieves the desired effect."

Will Meng Yanchen and Fan Shengmei be able to break through their opponent's defenses and successfully implement their counterattack plan? How will they deal with their opponent's next move? Everything is uncertain, and they have no way out but to forge ahead.