"So, neither of you knows who hurt you?"
"have no idea."
The two spoke in unison.
"I will have someone investigate this matter."
Section Chief Zhu said in a deep voice, his sharp gaze sweeping over everyone present.
"No matter who did it, they dare to use such despicable tactics within our group, and we must not tolerate it."
After he finished speaking, he looked at Liu Yuelan.
"Comrade Zhang Qin just said that you accepted the bride price but did not acknowledge the marriage."
Section Chief Zhu's voice suddenly rose an octave.
"Comrade Liu Yuelan, what do you have to explain? Speak clearly in front of everyone."
By this time, the sun had already risen outside.
Golden morning light streamed through the windows, illuminating the faces of everyone inside.
Liu Yuelan's face was pale, her lips trembled slightly, and fine beads of sweat appeared on her forehead.
She didn't dare look up at Section Chief Zhu, nor did she dare look at Zhang Qin's resentful eyes.
She glanced at Fang Youming furtively.
But he was looking down, rolling up his sleeves, his expression indifferent, as if none of this concerned him.
"I... Shen Cunpu and I are just ordinary friends."
After a long silence, she finally spoke, her voice hoarse.
"We've never discussed marriage. The whole 'bride price' thing is just a scam to swindle money!"
She raised her voice, trying to make her words sound more powerful.
But the sound still sounded weak.
"real?"
Section Chief Zhu turned his head, his gaze falling on Zhang Qin, his tone cold and stern.
"Comrade Hu, since you have made the accusation in public, you must provide solid evidence. You cannot make accusations without proof."
Zhang Qin looked troubled.
What evidence is there?
She had to half-coax and half-deceive Liu Yuelan to marry her.
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