After Liu Lu hung up the phone, Secretary Chen hurried in, her face showing a hint of anxiety: "President Liu, the approval process for the environmental protection project in Zone B is stalled. They say they need to supplement some materials, but they're being vague about what those materials are." Liu Lu frowned, knowing without a doubt that it was those vested interest groups pulling the strings behind the scenes.
They were like a group of venomous snakes lurking in the shadows, constantly flicking their tongues, trying to entangle and suffocate her.
"What did Attorney Wu say?" Liu Lu rubbed her temples, her voice weary.
"Attorney Wu is negotiating with them, but they are taking a hard line, I'm afraid..." Secretary Chen's tone carried a hint of helplessness.
At the same time, Chairman Zhao and General Manager Qian also called, saying that the C and D projects they were in charge of had encountered similar problems.
Interest groups clearly came prepared; they intensified their obstruction efforts, using local connections to create numerous administrative obstacles to the project's implementation.
Liu Lu's project was progressing slowly, as if it were stuck in a quagmire, and she was extremely anxious.
"They're trying to drag us down!" Mr. Qian said angrily on the phone.
Chairman Zhao calmly analyzed, "They want to force us to compromise and give up some of our interests."
Liu Lu took a deep breath, trying to stay calm.
She understood that continuing to maneuver locally would only waste time and energy, and she had to find another way.
A bold idea popped into her mind.
"Secretary Chen, please contact international environmental organizations for me. I need to report to them on the environmental pollution problem in City A and the environmental protection projects we are currently undertaking." A resolute glint flashed in Liu Lu's eyes.
Secretary Chen was taken aback for a moment, then realized Liu Lu's intention. A hint of admiration flashed in her eyes: "Understood, I'll take care of it right away."
This move took everyone by surprise, including those interest groups.
They never expected that Liu Lu would bypass them and seek support from higher-level international organizations.
Three days later, representatives from international environmental organizations arrived in City A to begin an on-site inspection of Liu Lu's project.
At the same time, an anonymous email was sent to the email address of an international environmental organization, pointing out serious problems with Liu Lu's environmental project...
Standing in front of the hotel's floor-to-ceiling window, overlooking the night view of City A, Liu Lu smirked: "The show is just beginning." After several days of on-site inspections, representatives from international environmental organizations highly praised Liu Lu's environmental projects and publicly expressed their support.
This news was like a bombshell, causing a huge shock in City A.
Those previously arrogant interest groups suddenly deflated like punctured balloons and had to rein in their arrogance.
The approval process was completed incredibly quickly, and all the obstacles that had been set up before disappeared.
The smooth progress of Liu Lu Group's environmental protection projects surprised the opponents, who never expected that Liu Lu would have such great power to mobilize the strength of international organizations to oppose them.
The environmental pollution problem in City A has a long history, and local residents have long suffered greatly.
After the launch of Liu Lu Group's environmental protection project, it quickly achieved initial results.
The sewage treatment plant has started operating, and the once filthy river has gradually become clear; exhaust emissions have been controlled, and air quality has improved significantly; greening projects are also underway, and newly planted trees have added vitality to the city.
These changes have not only delighted local residents but also attracted the attention of international media.
For a time, City A became the focus of the international environmental protection field, and the reputation of Liu Lu Group was further enhanced.
Chairman Zhao and General Manager Qian both called to congratulate Liu Lu, their words filled with admiration.
Even the usually composed Professor Sun couldn't help but exclaim, "President Liu's move was truly brilliant; it directly cut off the source of the problem and completely solved it."
Liu Lu stood in front of the floor-to-ceiling window in her office, looking at the sky outside that was gradually turning blue, a faint smile on her face.
She knew that this was only the first step in a long journey, and that the road ahead was still long and challenges remained.
She picked up her phone and dialed Secretary Chen's number: "Secretary Chen, make arrangements. I need to go to the B area project site for inspection tomorrow."
"Beep beep beep..." A rapid ringing of the phone interrupted Liu Lu's thoughts. She glanced at the caller ID, her brows furrowing slightly. "Hello, Attorney Wu, what's up?... What? You said the project facilities were vandalized?" Liu Lu's face instantly darkened, a cold glint flashing in her eyes...
Liu Lu hung up the phone, her face ashen.
The news brought by Attorney Wu was like a bolt from the blue—key equipment at the newly built sewage treatment plant in Zone B had been deliberately sabotaged, forcing the project to be suspended.
"They're going to fight to the death!" Liu Lu slammed her hand on the table, her anger blazing.
Secretary Chen also looked worried: "President Liu, what do we do now?"
"Immediately send a security team to the scene to investigate and find the mastermind behind this!" Liu Lu made a decisive decision, a ruthless glint in her eyes.
The group's security team rushed to the scene and launched a thorough search.
With advanced monitoring equipment and professional tracking technology, they quickly identified several suspicious individuals.
After a fierce and witty pursuit, the perpetrators were finally captured.
The interrogation confirmed that these individuals were instructed by interest groups to deliberately damage project facilities in an attempt to obstruct the project's progress.
Upon hearing the news, Liu Lu did not feel relieved; instead, she became even more worried.
This incident made her realize that the methods of retaliation used by interest groups are becoming increasingly despicable and insane.
Just then, Liu Bei, the youngest daughter, arrived at the project site with a batch of gifts.
"Mom, these are snacks I made myself to cheer on the uncles and aunts!" Liu Bei's sweet smile was like a ray of sunshine, dispelling the gloom at the scene.
The project team members were touched by Liu Bei's kindness and enthusiasm, and they worked even harder to repair the damaged equipment as soon as possible.
However, a new problem arose for Liu Lu.
As the project progressed, the funding gap widened.
To expand her social responsibility projects, Liu Lu needs more funding.
"Secretary Chen, please contact a few investment institutions for me. I need to hold a financing meeting as soon as possible." Liu Lu rubbed her temples, her voice tinged with fatigue.
"Mr. Liu, there's one more thing..." Secretary Chen hesitated before speaking.
"What's up?"
"Chairman Zhao and General Manager Qian would like to meet with you, saying... they have something important to discuss," Secretary Chen said cautiously.
A sense of unease flashed through Liu Lu's mind. "I understand. Arrange to meet tomorrow afternoon." She hung up the phone, walked to the floor-to-ceiling window, gazed at the dazzling night view of City A, and murmured to herself, "I hope... everything goes smoothly."
Suddenly, the phone rang again; it was an unfamiliar number…
Liu Lu hesitated for a moment before answering the phone, "Hello?"
"Mr. Liu, it's been a long time..." A cold voice came from the other end of the phone...
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