Crossing the famine to find the white moonlight

Seeing some people doubting Ye Wan's leadership, Li Ruoying seized the opportunity to spread more rumors. She deliberately hinted to the crowd that Ye Wan "only helps those close to her," claiming that Ye Wan was intentionally hoarding supplies and only caring for those she trusted. She whispered to those around her, "Think about it, where does Ye Wan get all her supplies? She always has special resources on hand, and she has the final say on who gets them. Those who truly need help may not even get them."

Some, while not entirely convinced, were still skeptical. Some members began to doubt Ye Wan's "generosity," secretly wondering if she was truly as selfless as she appeared. This rumor gradually spread, quietly creeping through the team, especially among those who had a more distant relationship with Ye Wan, where it was particularly stinging.

Ye Wan quickly noticed a shift in the team's atmosphere. Some members were becoming noticeably cold toward her, even expressing distrust when she was distributing supplies or assigning tasks. She recognized the power of rumors and knew that if not addressed promptly, such suspicions would spread like a plague, ultimately destabilizing the entire team.

To address this crisis, Ye Wan decided to take a decisive and transparent approach. She first gathered several core members of her team, candidly explained the rumors, and proposed her own solutions. With sincerity, she said, "These rumors will only damage our trust and unity. For everyone's future, I want to conduct a public inventory and transparently display all our resource allocations. Only in this way can we trust each other and unite as one."

After hearing Ye Wan's proposal, the core members expressed their support. Ye Wan's honesty strengthened their resolve to side with her. They knew she had never abused her power for personal gain, but rather allocated every resource appropriately to those in need. Everyone unanimously agreed to conduct this public inspection of supplies.

The next morning, Ye Wan gathered all members and announced a public inspection of supplies to address recent rumors. She calmly explained, "I've heard some false rumors that I'm only helping a few people and even hoarding supplies. Today, I want to take this opportunity to show everyone all our supplies and let everyone see for themselves how each one has been distributed."

As soon as she said this, the skeptics in the team looked at each other, many of them surprised. They hadn't expected Ye Wan to take the initiative to publicly verify the supplies, which forced them to re-examine the truth of the rumors they had heard.

Ye Wan then led everyone in a detailed inventory of the team's supplies, including preserved meats, dried vegetables, wild fruits, and herbs. She explained in detail the source, quantity, and distribution of each item, patiently answering every question. Her candor and calmness gradually reassured those who had harbored doubts, and they began to trust the rationality of her arrangements and distribution.

During the review process, Ye Wan specifically highlighted some key distribution principles. She clarified that priority should be given to the elderly, children, and those with limited physical strength. This wasn't about favoritism, but rather the long-term survival and stability of the team. She sincerely stated, "In this unique environment, everyone's safety and health are paramount. I always hope to ensure that everyone is taken care of through reasonable distribution. If anyone has any suggestions or complaints about the distribution, please feel free to raise them so we can work together to improve."

Her words were sincere and direct, without a trace of concealment, and everyone gradually understood her good intentions. Those who had previously been instigated by the rumors also realized that every decision Ye Wan made was for the long-term consideration of the team, not for her own personal gain.

After the investigation, most of the team's trust in Ye Wan deepened. They witnessed her selflessness and transparency, and were filled with disgust at the previous rumors. Many people came forward to express their support, praising her honesty and leadership. Ye Wan's response not only allayed doubts but also strengthened everyone's trust and reliance on her.

However, Li Ruoying and Ye Ershun were not satisfied with this public investigation. Seeing the renewed support for Ye Wan, they grew increasingly uneasy, knowing that further attempts at sowing discord would be ineffective. However, Li Ruoying did not give up. She whispered to Ye Ershun, "While this tactic is a good one, it's not without flaws. As long as we continue to secretly guide her, we'll eventually find a way to make her lose everyone's trust."

Ye Ershun responded coldly: "There is always a chance, we just need to wait for the opportunity."

In the days that followed, Ye Wan became even more dedicated to her team's management. Not only did she ensure transparency in the distribution of supplies, she also established a feedback mechanism, encouraging everyone to voice their opinions on allocations and arrangements. Through her actions, she demonstrated that leadership involves more than just issuing orders; it also involves listening and caring.

These measures gradually restored peace to the team, rebuilt trust, and strengthened team cohesion. Those who had been skeptical were moved by her sincerity, understood her good intentions, and their trust in her became even stronger than before.

Through this rumor storm, Ye Wan not only successfully resolved the crisis but also further consolidated her position in the team. People realized that she was not only their leader, but also the pillar and support of the entire team. Her wisdom, selflessness and determination filled everyone with confidence in the future.

After this incident, Ye Wan remained highly vigilant against the instigation of the Ershun Clan. She understood that this was not just a simple rumor, but a potential threat to the team. She secretly resolved to continue to use wisdom and selflessness to resolve their provocations, while also maintaining a vigilant mindset, ready to respond to any future developments.