Chapter 277 The War of Public Opinion Begins
“Mr. Huo, there’s no need to rush to answer,” the foreigner said. “You can consider it; our price will definitely satisfy you.”
"Action!" Fang Lanxin said into her headset.
As soon as he finished speaking, lights suddenly came on around the warehouse.
"Police! Don't move!"
Dozens of police officers rushed into the warehouse from all directions and surrounded Huo Zhenhong and the foreigners.
Huo Zhenhong's face turned completely pale.
"Fang Lanxin!" He trembled as he saw Fang Lanxin standing at the warehouse door. "It's you!"
"It's me." Fang Lanxin walked into the warehouse, a cold smile on her face. "Fourth Uncle, do you think I don't know what you're doing?"
"You... how did you know?" Huo Zhenhong looked at her in disbelief.
“You don’t need to know,” Fang Lanxin said. “Fourth Uncle, you are suspected of money laundering and illegal transactions. This time you’re really finished.”
Huo Zhenhong collapsed to the ground, completely drained of strength.
The police took Huo Zhenhong and all the foreigners away. Fang Lanxin stood at the warehouse door, watching them leave.
"Madam, are you alright?" Ling Ye walked over.
"I'm fine." Fang Lanxin turned to look at Ling Ye. "Aye, thanks to you this time."
“Madam, this is what I should do.” Ling Ye smiled. “I’m willing to do anything to help you.”
Fang Lanxin looked at Ling Ye, and a warm feeling welled up in her heart.
This young man is truly captivating.
The news of Fok Chun-hung's arrest spread throughout Hong Kong the very next morning.
Major media outlets are reporting on this matter, and the stock price of the Huo Group has fluctuated as a result.
Fang Lanxin sat in her office, looking at the news reports on her computer.
"Mr. Fang, the public opinion outside isn't very favorable for us right now." Huo Wen walked in, his face full of worry. "Some media outlets are hyping up the internal strife within the Huo family, saying that our management is chaotic."
Fang Lanxin turned off the computer. "These are all minor matters; things will be fine once things calm down."
"But President Fang..." Huo Wen was about to say something when Fang Lanxin's phone rang.
It is Lu Chen.
"Sister Fang," Lu Chen's voice sounded a little nervous. "Have you seen the news?"
"I saw it," Fang Lanxin said. "What happened?"
"Someone is stirring things up behind the scenes, deliberately creating negative news about the Huo family," Lu Chen said. "I checked, and it's several entertainment media outlets that are orchestrating this."
Fang Lanxin narrowed her eyes. "Who's pulling the strings behind the scenes?"
“I’m still investigating,” Lu Chen said. “But Sister Fang, I have a way to divert public attention.”
What method?
"I have a press conference for my new movie tomorrow, and I'm going to drop a bombshell that will definitely grab all the media's attention," Lu Chen said.
Fang Lanxin was silent for a while. "Achen, you don't need to do these things for me."
“Sister Fang, I’m willing.” Lu Chen’s voice was firm. “You’ve helped me so much, now it’s my turn to help you.”
“And…” Lu Chen paused. “Sister Fang, I don’t want to see you being bullied.”
A mix of emotions welled up in Fang Lanxin's heart. "Okay, then I'll trouble you."
"No trouble at all," Lu Chen smiled. "Sister Fang, wait for my good news."
After hanging up the phone, Fang Lanxin leaned back in her chair.
Lu Chen has really grown up.
The following afternoon, the press conference for Lu Chen's new movie was held at the largest hotel in the port city.
The venue was packed with reporters and fans, and the atmosphere was lively.
Lu Chen walked onto the stage in a black suit, looking handsome and mature.
"Thank you all for attending today's press conference," Lu Chen said to the audience. "Besides introducing the new movie, I have another important announcement to make today."
The reporters in the audience all perked up their ears.
"I'm going to retire from the entertainment industry for a year." As soon as Lu Chen finished speaking, the entire venue erupted in cheers.
"What!"
"Lu Chen, are you crazy?!"
"Why did you quit!"
Reporters raised their hands to ask questions, and the scene became chaotic.
Lu Chen raised his hand to signal everyone to be quiet. "I know this decision is sudden, but I've been thinking about it for a long time."
"This year, I want to do something more meaningful. I will go to remote mountainous areas to teach and help children in need."
"This has always been my dream, and now I want to make it a reality."
The reporters in the audience were snapping photos like crazy, with flashes going off one after another.
This news is explosive! Lu Chen is currently the most popular actor, and his sudden announcement of his retirement from the entertainment industry is definitely the biggest entertainment news of the year.
Sure enough, in less than half an hour, the news of Lu Chen's withdrawal from the entertainment industry became the number one trending topic.
All the media outlets were reporting on this, and the negative news about the Huo family was instantly suppressed.
Fang Lanxin sat in her office, looking at the overwhelming news reports on her computer, and a feeling she couldn't quite describe welled up inside her.
Lu Chen, this child, actually went to such lengths for her.
The phone rang; it was Lu Chen.
"Sister Fang, have you seen the news?" Lu Chen's voice was filled with laughter.
"I saw it," Fang Lanxin said. "Achen, are you really going to teach in a rural area?"
“Of course it’s true,” Lu Chen said. “Sister Fang, I didn’t do this to help you; I really wanted to do it.”
“I’ve been thinking a lot lately that I’ve made so many movies and made so much money, but it seems like I’ve never done anything that’s truly meaningful.”
"So I want to take advantage of my youth to do some things that I really want to do."
Fang Lanxin felt a surge of relief as she listened to Lu Chen's words.
This child has really grown up.
“Ah Chen, I support you,” Fang Lanxin said.
"Thank you, Sister Fang." Lu Chen's voice was tinged with laughter. "Sister Fang, may I see you one last time before I leave?"
"sure."
That evening, Fang Lanxin and Lu Shen arranged to meet at a quiet coffee shop.
Lu Chen was already waiting inside. When he saw Fang Lanxin, he immediately stood up.
"Sister Fang."
Fang Lanxin walked over and sat down. "When do we leave?"
"The day after tomorrow," Lu Chen said. "I've already contacted the school where I'll be teaching, in a small mountain village in Yunnan."
“The conditions there are very harsh. Are you sure you can adapt?” Fang Lanxin asked.
"I can do it." Lu Chen smiled. "Sister Fang, you don't need to worry about me."
Fang Lanxin looked at Lu Chen and suddenly reached out to touch his head. "Chen, you've really grown up."
Lu Chen's body stiffened for a moment, and his eyes reddened slightly.
“Sister Fang…” His voice choked with emotion. “I won’t be able to see you for a year.”
"Silly child," Fang Lanxin smiled. "A year will pass by quickly."
"Sister Fang, when I come back, can you promise me one thing?" Lu Chen suddenly grabbed Fang Lanxin's hand.
"What's up"
"When I get back, can you seriously consider me?" Lu Chen looked at Fang Lanxin, his eyes full of sincerity. "I know I'm not good enough right now, but I will try my best to become better."
"Sister Fang, please give me a chance."
Fang Lanxin looked at Lu Chen, a mix of emotions welling up inside her.
This child's feelings for her have become so deep.
“Ah Chen…”
“Sister Fang, you don’t need to answer me now,” Lu Chen interrupted her. “Wait until I get back, then you can tell me your answer.”
Fang Lanxin was silent for a moment, then finally nodded. "Okay."
Lu Chen smiled, his eyes sparkling.
The day after Lu Chen left, Huo Siya suddenly came to find Fang Lanxin.
"Mom!" Huo Siya rushed into the office, her face full of excitement. "I've discovered something very important!"
Fang Lanxin looked up at her daughter. "What's making you so agitated?"
“Mom, do you remember the transactions that Fourth Uncle made with those overseas capital firms?” Huo Siya sat down opposite Fang Lanxin. “I’ve been studying Fourth Uncle’s accounts these past few days and I’ve discovered something very strange.”
"Where?" Fang Lanxin put down the documents in her hand.
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