Rebirth of the Scumbag and the Retribution of the White Lotus

The battle between Shen Yu and Zhao Shufang is no longer simply a clash of funds and resources. As public opinion fluctuates, participants in the capital market have chosen their own positions, and the game between the two protagonists is more like a wrestling match of conspiracy and wit, with neither side easily able to discern the other's true hand.

That night, Zhao Shufang had already prepared for the next move. She knew that even though she had shaken the market with her piece of news, Shen Yu would never give in easily. On the contrary, Shen Yu's reaction seemed to have been prepared long ago.

Zhao Shufang sat in her office, her gaze fixed on the long-prepared plan on her desk. Her fingers flicked through the document, her brow furrowed as she pondered how to stabilize the situation. Suddenly, the phone rang, shattering her musings.

"Mr. Zhao, after the news was released, the market reaction did not seem as strong as we expected." Zheng Kai's voice came, a little anxious.

Zhao Shufang smiled calmly, "I know, you don't have to worry. The market reaction is only temporary. Shen Yu can't be unprepared."

"But we must change the situation in a short period of time and control media opinion. Otherwise... we will be really passive." Zheng Kai was obviously feeling a little anxious.

Zhao Shufang nodded, her tone calm, "Continue to do a good job of media public relations and guide things in our favor. As for Shen Yu, since he dared to confront me, he should be prepared to accept counterattacks."

She gently put down the phone, a cold glint in her eyes. "Shen Yu must have underestimated me in this battle."

Meanwhile, Shen Yu was closely watching market trends in his office, his screen constantly refreshing with stock market data. His gaze was deep, as if he was pondering how to respond to this sudden storm of public opinion.

Lin Yuan stood aside and gently reminded him, "Mr. Shen, Zhao Shufang's reaction has somewhat exceeded our expectations. Not only did she release that news, she also intensified her attacks on us through the media. Although the stock price has fluctuated a bit, the pressure from public opinion is even greater."

Shen Yu narrowed his eyes slightly and spoke slowly, "I know, this is exactly what she wants to do. She wants to suppress us through public opinion and force us to overreact."

"Then what should we do?" Lin Yuan was obviously confused. "Continue as planned, or..."

"Of course I'll continue." Shen Yu smiled faintly. "However, I won't just solve the problem with money. We also need to fight back with information."

Lin Yuan was a little puzzled: "Mr. Shen, are you saying... use information to counter her attack?"

"Yes." Shen Yu's eyes shone with calmness and determination. "Zhao Shufang wants to use this propaganda war to force us into a corner. But she overlooked one issue—the showdown between her and me is not just a battle of capital, but also a game of resources and information."

He stood up, walked to the window, and gazed out at the night. After a moment, he turned, his gaze firm. "We must let everyone know that behind that news about Zhao Shufang, there are more secrets hidden. Her hidden capital has already paved a way out for her. Let's unveil her and expose her bargaining chips in broad daylight."

Shen Yu's words struck Lin Yuan's mind like a bolt of lightning. Lin Yuan suddenly understood, "Mr. Shen, you mean... to strike back at her by exposing her other interests?"

"Exactly." Shen Yu's eyes were sharp as a knife. "Zhao Shufang dared to use this trick on the table, so we will respond with the trump card she dare not face. We want to let her know that the power of public opinion is not just her specialty."

Lin Yuan immediately understood. "I will immediately contact the relevant departments, sort out her past capital chains and intertwined interests, and prepare materials for a counterattack."

Shen Yu nodded slightly and sneered, "Just wait and see, Zhao Shufang may not be able to turn the tables so easily this time."

Just as Shen Yu prepared to strike back, Zhao Shufang didn't relax. She knew full well that Shen Yu wouldn't sit still and wait for death. While her news had been a shocking shock, it also gave Shen Yu an opportunity. Shen Yu was a master at turning crises into opportunities. If she didn't change the situation quickly, she would inevitably be in trouble.

Zhao Shufang decided to take the initiative and add fuel to the fire of the public opinion war. She instructed Zheng Kai to contact several media outlets with deep capital connections, preparing to use his advantage in public opinion to further expand his influence.

"Mr. Zhao, are you planning to release another piece of news in response to Shen Yu's counterattack?" Zheng Kai hesitated. "Will this make things more complicated?"

"So what if it's complicated?" Zhao Shufang's eyes flashed with determination. "We've been pushed to the forefront. What we need most now is to suppress the other side through a bigger storm."

Her tone was as firm as iron. "This war is not only a war of capital, but also a struggle of public opinion. I don't believe Shen Yu can be completely invulnerable."

Soon after, Zhao Shufang's counterattack was released as expected, pointing to suspicious issues surrounding Shen Yu's capital partners and some key shareholders, suggesting that Shen Yu's capital flows were opaque and potentially involved illicit transactions. Zhao Shufang also named several senior executives, suggesting that these individuals may have excessive conflicts of interest with Shen Yu.

The news sent markets reeling, and investors began to reassess Shen Yu's business practices. The stock price dipped slightly again, but this time, the pressure from public opinion was far more intense than the stock market's fluctuations.

"This news completely exposes the true face of Shen Yu." Zheng Kai observed the market's reaction with a hint of anticipation. "Boss Zhao, maybe we can completely turn the tables this time."

Zhao Shufang looked at the constantly refreshing data with a satisfied smile on her face. "However, Shen Yu's counterattack will definitely not stop. We are only stirring up his anger now. The next showdown is the key."

Shen Yu's counterattack was as swift and precise as expected. Less than an hour after Zhao Shufang's news release, he issued a counter-statement, publicly addressing all questions regarding the capital partnership and providing a detailed cash flow report to prove his innocence. He also began publicly pursuing legal action against Zhao Shufang.

"Shen Yu's move was truly impressive." Zhao Shufang stared at the computer screen, a hint of worry in her eyes. "He was able to react so quickly in such a short period of time, which shows how well he can control public opinion."

"Boss Zhao, Shen Yu's counterattack is very fierce." Zheng Kai also felt the pressure, "But we still can't relax. Shen Yu's counterattack will probably be even more fierce next time."

Zhao Shufang gritted her teeth, "I knew long ago that this battle wouldn't be easy. Since that's the case, I'm not afraid of a fight to the death with him!"