The ancient war between mother-in-law and daughter-in-law in a wealthy family

My finger hovered over the chart, and a subtle curve caught my eye. It represented product sales in second-tier cities over the past three months, and the growth rate had unexpectedly surpassed that of first-tier cities! I was shocked and immediately asked market researcher Cui to pull up more detailed data. Sure enough, the sales growth in second-tier cities wasn't a fluke; it showed a sustained upward trend, and the rate of increase was astonishing. I felt like I had grasped a lifeline. This might be the key to our counterattack!

"Cui, contact branches in various places immediately. I want more detailed sales data for second-tier cities, including user portraits, purchasing channels, product feedback, etc. The more detailed the better!" My tone was hurried, with a hint of uncontrollable excitement.

Market researcher Cui also realized the importance of this discovery and took action immediately. The phone rang one after another in the office, and a glimmer of hope filled the tense atmosphere.

Time ticked by, each second feeling like a century. Shareholder Zheng approached me again, his face grim and his tone heavy. "Ms. Bai, I know you've worked hard, but this incident has had a huge impact. If we can't completely resolve this issue and restore the company's reputation at this press conference, I will resolutely oppose your business plan."

His words were like a bucket of cold water poured over my head, dimming my burgeoning hope. I knew his concerns were justified. If this crisis wasn't handled properly, the company could be doomed. I took a deep breath and tried to remain calm. "President Zheng, please believe me. I will give you a satisfactory answer at the press conference."

My tone was firm, but I was feeling a surge of pressure. The cunning and deceitful behavior of Yang's competitor, the profiteering of reporter Lu, and the internal turmoil within the company weighed heavily on my shoulders, leaving me breathless.

Zhan Yu stood silently behind me, his hand gently placed on my shoulder, silently giving me strength. I turned to look at him, his eyes full of trust and support, which made me feel a little comforted.

I returned to the office, looking at the mountain of data, and exhaustion washed over me. But I couldn't give up; I had to persevere. I picked up the phone and called market researcher Cui. "Cui, how's the data collection going?"

"Ms. Bai, the data has been collected. The sales data in second-tier cities is very impressive, far exceeding our expectations..." His voice was filled with excitement.

I hung up the phone, hope rekindled in me. I began to regroup, preparing to use this data at the press conference to thoroughly counter the smear campaign against Yang's competitors and shift the tide of public opinion. It was as if I had seen a ray of hope, illuminating the path ahead.

I turned on my computer and began writing my speech for the press conference. My fingers flew across the keyboard, forming powerful paragraphs one by one. I knew this press conference would be the most important battle of my life, and I had to give it my all to win it.

Suddenly, the office door was pushed open... Zhan Yu walked in with a thermos cup in his hand, "Have some soup first..."

Zhan Yu placed the thermos cup next to me, and a faint aroma of chicken soup wafted out, warming my stomach and my heart. "I know you're busy, but you should also take care of yourself." His tone was gentle, his eyes full of concern.

I took the thermos and sipped it. The warmth flowed down my esophagus into my stomach, dispelling the chill. A bitterness welled up in my heart, and tears welled up in my eyes. I recalled the time I first married into the Zhan family. Facing the complex relationship between mother-in-law and daughter-in-law and the unfamiliar environment, I was filled with anxiety and fear. My mother-in-law's nagging and my sisters-in-law's sneering were like sharp knives piercing my heart. Countless times, I wanted to give up, to escape this cold cage.

I remember one time, my mother-in-law deliberately said in front of everyone while I was serving tea that I was of humble origin and unworthy of Zhanyu. I fought back my tears and replied word by word: "Although my origin is not as good as the Zhan family, I have a clear conscience. I will use my actions to prove that I am worthy of Zhanyu and the Zhan family."

Another time, my sister-in-law deliberately tore up my design, claiming it plagiarized hers. Looking at the shredded design, my heart ached. But I didn't cry or make a scene. I quietly picked up the pieces and redesigned a more polished piece, ultimately earning the client's approval.

The challenges of those family feuds, the grievances and bitterness, flashed through my mind like a movie. I gritted my teeth and told myself I couldn't give up. I had to be strong. Those hardships before hadn't defeated me, so what were these difficulties now?

I put down the thermos cup and looked at Zhan Yu with a firm gaze: "I won't give up, I will definitely win!"

At this moment, market researcher Cui rushed in, his face filled with a hint of uncontrollable excitement: "Miss Bai, we found it! We found it!"

"What did you find?" I asked quickly.

"We've discovered a major flaw in Yang's competitor's business plan!" he said excitedly. "This flaw is enough to prove that they are maliciously slandering us!"

My heart trembled, and a huge joy surged inside me. This was truly a life-saving opportunity! I quickly asked, "What is the loophole?"

Market researcher Cui handed me a document and pointed to a paragraph. "Look," he said, "they claim our product has quality issues, which led to declining sales. But in reality, their product has the same problem, and it's even worse! They're deliberately concealing their own problems and shifting the blame onto us!"

I carefully studied the contents of the document, and the more I read, the more excited I became. This loophole was enough to overturn all the accusations of Yang's competitors, and even bring them to ruin!

I took a deep breath and tried to stay calm. I knew it wasn't time to celebrate yet. I still had a lot to do. I had to make this evidence public as soon as possible so the truth could be revealed to the world.

I picked up the phone and dialed Reporter Lu's number... "Reporter Lu, hello, I'm Bai from the Zhan Group..."

I took a deep breath and dialed Reporter Lu's number. "Reporter Lu, hello, I'm Bai from the Zhan Group..."

"Oh, Mrs. Zhan," Reporter Lu said with a hint of contempt in his voice, "Why, you still want me to help you clarify things? I advise you to forget it. Everyone knows that there are problems with your Zhan's products. It's going to be difficult to turn things around!"

His words were like a bucket of cold water poured over my head. I clenched my fists, trying to control my emotions. "Reporter Lu, we've found new evidence that proves our competitors are maliciously slandering us. I hope you can give us a chance to report the truth at the press conference."

A shrill laugh came from the other end of the phone. "Evidence? What evidence? Do you think I will believe it? Mrs. Zhan, don't be naive. This world is not a fairy tale. Not everything can be revealed."

His sarcasm pierced my heart like a needle. I felt a lump in my throat, and I could barely speak. I once thought that once the truth came out, everything would be fine. But now, I realize I was wrong. This world is far more complicated and dark than I imagined.

After hanging up the phone, I leaned back in my chair, tears streaming down my face. Was I really going to lose? Was I really going to watch the Zhan Group being destroyed?

Zhan Yu came over and gently held me in his arms. His warmth comforted me. "Don't cry," he comforted me gently, "We still have a chance. We can definitely win."

His words gave me strength. I wiped away my tears and picked myself up again. I couldn't just give up. I had to fight to the end!

I compiled the evidence provided by market researcher Cui into a detailed report, including detailed data on the defects of the competitor's products and evidence of their malicious smear campaign. I replayed the press conference process over and over again, anticipating possible questions and preparing corresponding answers.

Zhan Yu sat beside me, quietly watching me work. His eyes were full of trust and support, which made me feel extremely reassured. I knew that no matter what happened, he would stand by me and fight side by side with me.

As the time ticked by and the press conference drew closer, I grew increasingly nervous. I knew this press conference would determine the fate of the Zhan Group, and my own.

Looking at the report I had compiled and the materials I had prepared, Zhan Yu held my hand with a firm look in his eyes: "I believe in you, you can do it." His trust flowed into my heart like a warm current, dispelling all my fear and anxiety.

Everything was ready. I took a deep breath, ready for this crucial battle. I knew Yang's rivals would have more tricks up their sleeves, and this press conference was destined to be turbulent. But I was prepared, and no matter what challenge I faced, I would not back down.

On the day of the press conference, I was wearing a black business suit and my hair was neatly tied back. When I walked into the venue, I saw countless cameras and flashbulbs pointed at me, and I knew that at this moment, the whole world was watching me.

I walked to the podium and scanned the audience until I saw my competitor, Yang, sitting in the corner. He had a sinister smile on his face, his eyes full of provocation.

My heart sank... My hand slowly reached for the microphone...