Rebirth of the Scumbag and the Retribution of the White Lotus

As Zhao Shufang's case continued to unfold, Li Ting felt increasingly under pressure. She had thought herself calm and strong enough, but the situation before her made her realize that this war was no longer a simple business competition, but a battle for her life.

Li Ting took a deep breath and sat in her office, staring out the window at the gray sky. A sense of powerlessness crept over her. The complex forces behind Zhao Shufang weighed on her like a mountain, ready to crush her at any moment. She knew that if this crisis wasn't resolved soon, everything would collapse.

At this moment, the phone rang suddenly, breaking her thoughts. Li Ting quickly picked up the phone and saw Lin Hao's name on the screen. She frowned slightly and pressed the answer button.

"Ms. Li, there are some things that require you to make a decision immediately." Lin Hao's voice was low and serious.

"What's the matter?" Li Ting stood up, her nerves instantly tense.

"Someone's secretly manipulating Zhao Shufang." Lin Hao's tone was not at all relaxed, as if the seriousness of the matter had reached a point where it must be addressed immediately. "They've already started using means to discredit you publicly, and they might even implicate you in a past relationship with some business tycoons."

"How is this possible?" Li Ting's heart was in turmoil. "How dare she do this? Doesn't she know that she has no chance of turning the tables?"

Lin Hao's voice turned cold. "She won't give up so easily, especially with the huge network behind her. If they start to act, every step you take will become more difficult."

Li Ting was silent for a few seconds, and a flash of determination flashed through her mind: "I understand. I will take immediate action. Thank you for your reminder."

"Ms. Li, you have to be careful. Zhao Shufang is not an ordinary person. Her background is far more complicated than you can imagine. Now, what you need to do is to quickly stabilize the situation, otherwise you will be trapped in an irretrievable situation."

"I understand." Li Ting hung up the phone, a chill running through her heart. The person behind Zhao Shufang was no simple matter. While she now possessed considerable business resources and political support, that didn't mean she could unscrupulously sabotage everything Li Ting had. Li Ting knew she had to be more tactful.

The next day, Li Ting took action and immediately convened an emergency meeting with her core team.

"The current situation is more complicated than we imagined." Li Ting's tone was calm and firm, her eyes sharp. "Zhao Shufang may have started to plot more conspiracies, and the people behind it are definitely planning how to suppress us. We can't wait any longer, we must act now."

"Ms. Li, Zhao Shufang has started spreading rumors in the media, claiming our company is colluding with organized crime and engaging in some shady dealings," Manager Wang spoke first. He had clearly heard the negative news about Zhao Shufang. "If we don't take action, these rumors could have a significant public impact."

Li Ting took a deep breath, a cold glint in her eyes. "Since she dared to say these things, we will expose her true face. We will openly investigate her past, expose the dark secrets behind her, and make those who fabricated the facts pay the price."

Manager Wang nodded: "We have relevant evidence, we can start taking action."

"Very good." Li Ting sneered, "At the same time, we must also expose Zhao Shufang's partners, the big guys who stand behind her."

The atmosphere in the conference room suddenly became serious. Everyone knew that the next battle would no longer be a local struggle, but a full-scale open contest.

Li Ting looked at everyone in front of her with a calm expression: "We have only one goal: to destroy everything she has and make her lies have nowhere to hide. Now, begin planning the operation, and everyone must go all out."

A few days later, Zhao Shufang's lawyer submitted a new document to the court, again alleging a "secret deal" between Li Ting and a business tycoon. This time, Zhao Shufang's lawyer not only provided evidence but also included various seemingly credible testimonies, aiming to completely undermine Li Ting's public image.

Li Ting's mood grew increasingly heavy. She knew that every step now was fraught with risk. She personally convened a meeting with external media, preparing to take the initiative and turn the situation in her favor.

"Dear journalists, I'm here today to clarify the false reports about my company," Li Ting said, her voice clear and confident as she stood on the stage. She glanced around at the reporters present, her gaze firm. "The so-called evidence Zhao Shufang claims is fabricated, intended to undermine our company's reputation."

Reporters raised their microphones one after another. Li Ting faced them fearlessly: "I know that some people have been manipulating these things behind the scenes, but I believe the truth will eventually come to light. Please believe that our company has always adhered to legal and compliant business principles and will not do anything improper for personal gain."

"Ms. Li, can you provide some direct evidence to prove your innocence?" a reporter asked maliciously.

Li Ting smiled slightly, her tone gentle but firm: "All accusations against me will receive fair responses in the upcoming investigation. We will cooperate with the relevant departments in their investigation and make the truth known."

Although the press conference appeared to be going smoothly on the surface, Li Ting was not at ease. Zhao Shufang's counterattack was clearly not going to be easily quelled.

As the media furor intensified, Zhao Shufang refused to give up. Through a connection to a business tycoon, she passed a carefully crafted "internal document" to the police. This document revealed some information about Li Ting's suspected stock market manipulation. While the information in the document was incomplete, it was enough to attract the police's attention.

Li Ting quickly learned the news and felt a surge of unease. She knew that Zhao Shufang was ready to push her into the abyss this time. At this moment, any small mistake could become the fuse of her destruction.

The phone rang again, and Li Ting knew this was an important moment. She quickly picked up the phone: "Lin Hao, I need your help."

Lin Hao's voice came over the phone: "Ms. Li, Zhao Shufang has indeed begun to increase her suppression of you. You must find a way to deal with it as soon as possible. I have already begun investigating the forces behind her. If there is any new progress, I will inform you as soon as possible."

"Thank you," Li Ting replied softly. After hanging up the phone, she had already made a decision. She couldn't wait any longer. Zhao Shufang's repeated revenge was too much for her to tolerate. She had to put an end to it all herself, not only for herself, but also for those who had been trapped in the quagmire by Zhao Shufang.

"The decisive battle has begun." Li Ting whispered to herself, with an unprecedented determination flashing in her eyes.