Meng Yanchen looked at Fan Shengmei, his eyes filled with determination: "Shengmei, the press conference is crucial for us to clarify the facts. We must succeed no matter what." Fan Shengmei took a deep breath and nodded, "I understand, I'll be prepared. I just don't know what Chen Tianhao will do at the press conference this time." As they were talking, Meng Yanchen's phone suddenly rang. He glanced at the caller ID, his expression changed slightly, and he said in a low voice, "It's the technical team. There might be new information about the anonymous call..."

Meng Yanchen quickly answered the phone, listening to the report on the other end while rapidly jotting down notes on a nearby notepad. Fan Shengmei sat beside him, nervously watching Meng Yanchen's expression, trying to glean something from his demeanor. Meng Yanchen's brow furrowed intermittently, then relaxed slightly. Finally, he said into the phone, "Continue the investigation. Report any new developments to me immediately."

After hanging up the phone, Meng Yanchen looked up, his gaze meeting Fan Shengmei's, and slowly said, "Shengmei, the technical team traced the anonymous phone signal to a location near an abandoned factory. Our initial assessment is that it's highly likely related to Chen Tianhao. Although the evidence isn't conclusive yet, all indications suggest he's the one behind it all." He then handed Fan Shengmei a notepad covered with address information and updates on the investigation.

Fan Shengmei looked at the contents of the paper, her heart filled with mixed emotions. On one hand, the mastermind behind the anonymous phone calls seemed to be gradually emerging, but on the other hand, it also meant that Chen Tianhao was more dangerous and ruthless than they had imagined. She bit her lip and fell into deep thought.

Meng Yanchen walked to Fan Shengmei's side, gently took her hand, and said in a tender yet firm tone, "Shengmei, don't be afraid. We have a direction now, and as long as we have firm faith, we will definitely defeat him. I know you are under a lot of pressure right now, but I hope you can face it bravely, and we will get through this difficult time together."

Fan Shengmei looked up at Meng Yanchen's encouraging eyes, a warm feeling welling up inside her. She took a deep breath and said as if she had made a great decision, "Yanchen, I've made up my mind. I will not bow to threats. I will continue to push forward with the acquisition. Chen Tianhao thinks he can scare me with these methods, but he's wrong. Only by completely defeating him can I truly get rid of the shadows of the past and ensure that our efforts are not in vain."

A hint of relief flashed in Meng Yanchen's eyes as he tightly grasped Fan Shengmei's hand: "Okay, Shengmei, I knew you wouldn't give up so easily. Now that we've made up our minds, let's work together to develop a strategy."

The two sat back down on the sofa and began discussing countermeasures. Meng Yanchen took a document from his desk drawer and spread it out on the coffee table; it contained detailed information about the acquisition plan. Pointing to the contents of the document, he said, "Shengmei, on the one hand, we need to speed up the acquisition process and strive to complete the acquisition before Chen Tianhao can cause further disruption. I will arrange for the legal and financial teams to work overtime to ensure that all procedures are completed as soon as possible."

Fan Shengmei nodded in agreement, and then said, "On the other hand, we also need to be prepared to deal with the media storm. Since Chen Tianhao has already started using public opinion to attack us, he certainly won't give up easily. We need to think of a countermeasure in advance, so we can't let him lead us by the nose."

Meng Yanchen pondered for a moment and said, "That's right. I will strengthen communication with alliance members regarding public opinion and strive for their support. We can jointly issue a statement to demonstrate the legitimacy and determination of our acquisition, while exposing Chen Tianhao's conspiracy. You should also work hard during this period to contact key figures in the alliance, stabilize their emotions, and get them to continue supporting our acquisition plan."

Fan Shengmei replied, "Okay, I'll go contact them right away. But with the current public opinion situation so severe, I don't know if the alliance members' attitudes will be affected." Meng Yanchen frowned slightly and said, "That is indeed a problem, but we can only try our best. As long as we demonstrate sufficient strength and determination, I believe most members will still choose to stand with us."

Over the next few days, Fan Shengmei and Meng Yanchen devoted themselves entirely to dealing with the crisis. Fan Shengmei frequently called and met with alliance members, patiently explaining the current situation and seeking their support. With each conversation, she could sense subtle shifts in the alliance members' attitudes; some remained steadfastly supportive, while others showed hesitation and worry.

While directing his technical team to continue their in-depth investigation into the truth behind the anonymous phone calls, Meng Yanchen also discussed the details of the press conference with his public relations team. He instructed them to prepare various contingency plans to ensure a smooth and effective press conference, clarifying the facts and salvaging the reputation of the Fu Group.

In his office, Meng Yanchen often stared at his computer screen, analyzing various data and documents, his brow furrowed and his eyes focused intently. His desk was piled high with documents, and his ashtray was overflowing with cigarette butts. Every decision he made was crucial to the success or failure of the acquisition plan, and he dared not slack off in the slightest.

In between communications with other alliance members, Fan Shengmei would return to Meng Yanchen's office to share the latest developments with him. The two would analyze problems and adjust strategies together, creating a tense and solemn atmosphere in the office.

Finally, the day of the press conference arrived. Outside the venue, reporters had set up their cameras early, their long lenses and microphones aimed at the entrance, waiting for the main figures to appear. Fan Shengmei wore a simple and capable suit, with exquisite makeup, but a hint of nervousness still showed in her eyes. Meng Yanchen stood beside her, gently holding her hand, and said softly, "Shengmei, don't be nervous. We've made thorough preparations. Believe in yourself."

As the two entered the venue, flashbulbs went off. Meng Yanchen and Fan Shengmei took their seats on the stage, while reporters below raised their hands to ask questions. Meng Yanchen spoke first, clearly explaining the original intention and significance of the Fu Group's acquisition plan, emphasizing that it was a normal business transaction aimed at promoting the development and progress of the industry.

Then, Fan Shengmei stood up and, facing the reporters' cameras, calmly said, "Recently, we have encountered some malicious attacks in the media. Some people have tried to smear me and the Fu Group to stop the acquisition plan. But I want to tell everyone that I come from an ordinary background and have indeed experienced many difficulties along the way, but I have always relied on my own efforts and perseverance to gain a foothold in this industry. I am participating in the acquisition plan to realize my own value and to bring positive changes to the industry. Those so-called negative news are nothing but lies fabricated by people with ulterior motives."

Just then, a reporter in the audience suddenly stood up and asked, "Ms. Fan, there are reports that you have some problems in your family of origin. Will these problems affect your decisions in the acquisition plan?" Fan Shengmei's heart tightened, but she quickly calmed down and smiled as she replied, "My family of origin has indeed caused me some trouble, but I have long since learned to face and overcome them. These experiences have made me stronger and made me cherish the opportunities I have now even more. In the acquisition plan, I will always treat every decision with a professional and impartial attitude and will not be influenced by any irrelevant factors."

The atmosphere at the press conference was tense yet enthusiastic. Meng Yanchen and Fan Shengmei skillfully handled the reporters' various tricky questions, gradually stabilizing the situation. However, they knew in their hearts that this was only temporary; Chen Tianhao would certainly not give up so easily, and more challenges awaited them.

After the press conference, Meng Yanchen and Fan Shengmei returned to their office. Fan Shengmei sat wearily on the sofa and said, "Yanchen, although the press conference is temporarily over, I still have a feeling that Chen Tianhao will have new moves." Meng Yanchen nodded and said, "I feel the same way. We can't let our guard down. We need to speed up the acquisition process and continue to monitor public opinion."

Just then, Meng Yanchen's phone rang. It was a call from the technical team. Meng Yanchen quickly answered, and an excited voice came from the other end: "President Meng, we've discovered some new clues. These clues further prove that the anonymous calls are related to Chen Tianhao, and we've also found that he seems to be planning a new operation..." Meng Yanchen's expression changed, and he said, "Okay, compile the information and send it over immediately."

After hanging up the phone, Meng Yanchen looked at Fan Shengmei and said, "Shengmei, it seems Chen Tianhao really hasn't been idle. We need to discuss our next move quickly." Fan Shengmei stood up, her eyes resolute: "No matter what his schemes are, we must face them bravely. I believe that as long as we work together, we will definitely defeat him."

Meng Yanchen and Fan Shengmei sat down together again to discuss strategies for dealing with Chen Tianhao's new moves. The office was dimly lit, their shadows intertwined on the wall, the atmosphere heavy yet filled with determination. Would Fan Shengmei's courageous decision lead to success? What new moves would Chen Tianhao make as they accelerated the acquisition process? Everything remained uncertain, but Meng Yanchen and Fan Shengmei resolutely marched towards the unknown challenges.