Lisa stormed off, the sound of her high heels clicking on the ground seeming to vent her resentment.
Liu Lu watched her disappear at the end of the corridor, and the unease in her heart grew stronger.
She took a deep breath, trying to suppress her emotions.
New project, new challenges, she must give it her all.
The next day, Liu Lu arrived at Director Wang's office on time and received the detailed information about the new project.
This is an extremely challenging project, but if successful, it will bring huge profits to the factory.
Liu Lu devoted all her energy to her work, neglecting to eat or sleep.
However, the good times didn't last long.
Rumors began to circulate within the factory, claiming that Liu Lu's championship title was obtained through improper means and that the new project was predetermined.
These rumors spread rapidly like a virus, and gradually, people's gaze toward Liu Lu changed, from admiration to suspicion, and even disdain.
Liu Lu keenly sensed the change in the atmosphere around her.
She knew that someone was sabotaging her behind the scenes, trying to damage her reputation and prevent her from launching new projects.
She found Director Wang and told him everything.
"Director Wang, I must find the mastermind behind this and clarify the facts." Liu Lu's tone was firm, her eyes gleaming with an undeniable light.
Factory Director Wang nodded, expressing his full support: "I believe in you, Liu Lu. I will investigate this matter thoroughly and give you justice."
Despite having Director Wang's support, Liu Lu knew that this was just the beginning.
This battle is destined to be fraught with difficulties and dangers.
Back in her office, Liu Lu's thoughts were in turmoil.
Who is spreading rumors behind the scenes?
What is their purpose?
Is it simple jealousy, or a deeper conspiracy?
She turned on her computer, pulled up the factory's internal address book, and glanced at the familiar yet unfamiliar names.
Suddenly, two names caught my eye: Competitor A and Competitor B.
The disappointed expressions on their faces after they lost the election, and the complicated looks in their eyes when they looked at her, flashed through Liu Lu's mind.
"Could it be them?" Liu Lu muttered to herself, already having a guess in her mind.
She picked up the phone and dialed a number...
"Hey, can you check this for me..." The voice on the other end of the phone abruptly stopped.
Instead of choosing to keep a low profile, Liu Lu publicly stated at a factory meeting that she would accept the investigation.
Standing on the stage, her gaze swept firmly across the audience, her voice resounding: "I am aware of the recent rumors. I am upright and honest, and have nothing to hide. I demand that the factory establish an investigation team to thoroughly investigate this matter. If it is found that I have indeed engaged in improper conduct, I am willing to accept punishment! But if it is found that someone is maliciously slandering me, I will not tolerate it!" Her words, delivered with conviction, instantly silenced the previously whispering hall.
Everyone was surprised by Liu Lu's firm stance and cast astonished glances at her.
Factory Director Wang gave Liu Lu an approving look, then announced the establishment of an investigation team and promised to release the investigation results as soon as possible.
Liu Lu was not idle during the investigation.
She secretly gathered evidence and closely monitored the movements of her competitors, A and B.
She noticed that the two men had been unusually low-key since she publicly requested an investigation, seemingly deliberately avoiding her.
This further solidified Liu Lu's suspicions.
After several days of investigation, Liu Lu finally found a breakthrough.
She discovered from the factory's surveillance footage that competitors A and B had met privately on multiple occasions, acting suspiciously.
More importantly, she intercepted an audio recording that clearly documented the conversation between the two conspiring to spread rumors and frame her.
The evidence is conclusive and undeniable.
At a company-wide meeting, Liu Lu played this recording in front of everyone.
The faces of competitors A and B turned deathly pale instantly, their eyes darting around, unable to look directly at the crowd.
After the recording ended, the room erupted in uproar.
Everyone condemned A and B's despicable behavior and expressed their admiration for Liu Lu's courage and integrity.
"What else is there to say?" Liu Lu stared intently at the two of them. "What excuses do you have left?"
Competitor A opened his mouth, but couldn't say anything.
Yi lowered his head, trying to avoid Liu Lu's gaze.
Liu Lu sneered, "Since you have nothing to say, then accept the punishment you deserve!" She turned to Factory Director Wang: "Factory Director Wang..."
Factory Director Wang nodded, preparing to announce the outcome, when suddenly, the conference room door was pushed open...
A childish voice rang out: "Mommy!"
Seeing her mother's bravery, Liu Bei's eyes were filled with admiration, and she quickly ran over to hug Liu Lu.
Liu Lu felt a surge of warmth in her heart as she felt her daughter's soft little body and warm embrace.
She gently patted her daughter's back and gave her an encouraging smile.
Liu Lu's courage and integrity not only cleared her name but also earned her the respect of more employees.
People gave her a thumbs up, praising her courage and wisdom.
Factory Director Wang was even more impressed with her and decided to give her more resources for the new project, expressing high hopes for her.
The schemes of competitors A and B were exposed, and like stray dogs, they stood dejectedly in a corner, not daring to look anyone in the eye.
They never expected Liu Lu to be so formidable; not only was she not defeated, but she became even stronger.
Factory Director Wang cleared his throat, about to announce the disciplinary actions against A and B, when suddenly the conference room door was pushed open again, and a man in a suit walked in.
He walked straight up to Director Wang, handed him a document, and whispered a few words.
Factory Director Wang's expression changed slightly as he took the document and began to read it carefully.
The conference room was completely silent; everyone held their breath and watched the scene with curiosity.
Liu Lu also felt a little confused. Who was this man?
What documents did he bring?
Could there be some new twist in the situation?
After reading the document, Director Wang raised his head with a serious expression, his gaze sweeping over everyone before finally settling on Liu Lu. He slowly said, "Liu Lu, regarding your new project..."
He paused, not continuing, but turning his gaze to competitors A and B, a meaningful smile playing on his lips, "As for you two..."
A and B exchanged a tense glance, a sense of foreboding rising in their hearts.
They seemed to sense that an even bigger storm was about to break.
“Wait,” the man in the suit suddenly spoke, interrupting Director Wang, “I have something else to announce…” He took a stack of photos from his briefcase and placed them on the table, “These photos…”
His words came to an abrupt halt, his gaze falling on the photograph, a cold smile curling at the corner of his lips.
The contents of the photo sent chills down the spines of everyone present…
The conspiracy of competitors A and B was completely exposed, and the factory demoted them and deducted their bonuses.
The two slunk away from the meeting room, their figures appearing particularly forlorn amidst the laughter of the crowd.
The employees congratulated Liu Lu, praising her courage and wisdom.
Factory Director Wang also praised Liu Lu highly, entrusting her with all the resources for the new project and expressing high hopes for her.
After receiving new resources, Liu Lu immediately threw herself into the new project.
However, the technical difficulty of this project far exceeded her expectations.
She stayed up all night for several days in a row to study the problem, but still couldn't find a breakthrough.
The lines on the blueprint looked like a tangled mess, swirling before her eyes and making her dizzy.
She rubbed her sore eyes, took a deep breath, and tried to stay awake.
"No, this can't go on," Liu Lu muttered to herself.
She decided to change her approach and start from another angle.
She began to consult a large amount of information and sought advice from colleagues in other departments.
She didn't overlook any detail, rehearsing and trying again and again.
As time went by, Liu Lu's office was filled with documents and draft papers.
She only sleeps a few hours a day and has lost a lot of weight.
But she did not give up; she firmly believed that she would be able to find a solution.
One evening, Liu Lu was working overtime in her office.
Suddenly, she had a flash of inspiration and thought of a new method.
She immediately began to verify it, and after several hours of repeated testing, she finally succeeded!
Liu Lu jumped up excitedly, her tired body seemingly instantly filled with energy.
She couldn't wait to tell Director Wang the good news.
Upon hearing this, Director Wang was overjoyed and immediately gathered the project team members to announce the good news.
The project team members cheered with joy upon hearing the news.
They knew that the technical challenges of the project had finally been solved, and they were one step closer to success.
However, just as everyone was immersed in joy, Director Wang's phone suddenly rang.
He answered the phone, his expression gradually becoming serious.
"What? What did you say?" Factory Director Wang's voice trembled. "...I understand, I'll be right there."
He hung up the phone, his face pale, and looked at Liu Lu, saying in a heavy voice, "Liu Lu, something's happened..."
Liu Lu's heart sank, and an ominous premonition welled up in her mind.
She quickly asked, "Director Wang, what's wrong?"
Factory Director Wang took a deep breath and slowly said, "Our core technology... has been leaked..."
Liu Lu was stunned; she couldn't believe her ears.
The technology she painstakingly developed was leaked?
How is that possible?
"Who did this?" Liu Lu's voice trembled, and she felt a surge of anger burning within her.
Factory Director Wang shook his head and said, "It's not clear yet. I've already called the police, and they're investigating."
Liu Lu's face turned extremely pale, and she felt a sense of powerlessness.
All her hard work had been in vain.
Just then, the office door was pushed open, and a man in a suit walked in.
He walked straight up to Director Wang, handed him a document, and said in a low voice, "Director Wang, this is..."
He paused, not continuing, but instead turned his gaze to Liu Lu, a cold smile playing on his lips, "Liu Lu, long time no see..."
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