Double evil in the business district

As soon as the executive finished speaking, a buzz of discussion broke out in the conference room.

Some people questioned that Xiao Yue was too inexperienced to be competent for such an important international project; others were puzzled by Shen Ting's decision to entrust such an important task to Xiao Yue, believing that he was being too emotional.

Various doubts came like a tide, almost drowning Xiao Yue.

Faced with these doubts, Xiao Yue was surprisingly calm.

She took a deep breath, gently placed the documents in her hands on the table, and scanned everyone in the conference room. Her tone was firm and steady: "I know this project is a huge challenge for us. But I believe that as long as we work together, we will be able to overcome all difficulties and achieve ultimate victory."

She turned on the projector and projected the project analysis report she had prepared in advance onto the big screen, clearly explaining her ideas and plans.

From market analysis to competitor research to specific implementation plans, every link has been carefully considered and scrutinized.

Her confident attitude, professional analysis, and deep understanding of the project gradually calmed the doubts in the meeting room.

Shen Ting's gaze always stayed on Xiao Yue, his eyes full of admiration.

He had always known that Xiao Yue was very capable, but this time, he was still surprised by her calmness and decisiveness.

He knew that he had not chosen the wrong person.

After Xiao Yue finished his report, applause broke out in the conference room.

The members of the board of directors expressed their recognition of Xiao Yue and promised to fully support her and Shen Ting's work.

It was late at night, but the lights were still on in the office.

Xiao Yue and Shen Ting sat side by side on the sofa, each holding a cup of coffee in their hands.

"Thank you for your hard work." Shen Ting said softly, with a hint of heartache in his eyes.

Xiao Yue smiled slightly. "That's nothing. I like challenges." She took a sip of coffee, paused, and then said, "I think we've overlooked someone..."

Xiao Yue's words made Shen Ting frown slightly: "Who?"

"Tom." Xiao Yue's tone was a little serious. "He's an international business consultant with extensive experience and connections. And..." She paused, "He once publicly expressed his disdain for our two companies."

Shen Ting pondered for a moment and nodded: "You are right, Tom is indeed an opponent that cannot be ignored. He is currently employed by David, so it seems we have to be careful and vigilant."

Almost at the same time, David was sitting in his office, holding a glass of red wine in his hand and a sinister smile on his face.

He called Tom and asked, "I heard that Shen Ting and Xiao Yue are personally in charge of this project?"

Tom's deep voice came from the other end of the phone: "Yes, the information is reliable."

"Very good." David shook his wine glass lightly, "I want to make them fail completely before they even start. Go spread some news and say..." He leaned over the phone and whispered a few words.

As soon as Tom hung up the phone, he sprang into action.

He used the connections and resources he had accumulated over the years to spread all kinds of negative news about Xiao and Shen's companies in the international business circle, fabricating data and distorting facts in an attempt to portray the two companies as lacking strength and untrustworthy.

For a time, all kinds of rumors were rampant, and the international reputation of Xiao and Shen's companies suffered a serious blow.

Xiao Yue quickly noticed something was wrong.

On international business exchange platforms, some partners who were originally friendly to them began to become hesitant and even directly canceled their intention to cooperate.

Various voices that are pessimistic about the Xiao and Shen families have been heard one after another, including reports from some internationally renowned media.

Reporter Li even published a commentary article with exaggerated words, criticizing the two companies to the point of being worthless.

"It seems that David has already started to act." Shen Ting looked at the negative news that kept emerging on the computer screen with a gloomy face.

Xiao Yue took a deep breath and tried to stay calm: "We must take action as soon as possible, otherwise the situation will get worse and worse." She thought of someone - Amy, an influential woman in the international business field and her long-time friend.

After Amy received Xiao Yue's call, she immediately understood the seriousness of the matter.

She agreed to help without hesitation, and used her influence on the international business exchange platform to begin clarifying the facts and refuting the rumors for Xiao and Shen's companies.

She analyzed the strength and potential of the two companies from a professional perspective, and cited several successful cooperation cases, gradually reversing the direction of public opinion.

With Amy's help, the international image of Xiao and Shen's companies gradually recovered, and some partners also expressed their intention to cooperate again.

However, this was only an initial victory.

Xiao Yue and Shen Ting both knew that the real challenge had just begun.

Shen Ting looked at his watch: "It's already early morning in New York, you should go to bed early."

Xiao Yue rubbed his brows and said, "Same to you. See you tomorrow...tomorrow in New York."

In New York, a modern metropolitan steel forest, sunlight penetrates the glass curtain wall and illuminates the office of Shen Enterprise's New York branch.

Xiao Yue and Shen Ting's brief reunion was as precious and short-lived as the sunshine.

Both of them looked a little tired from the recent days of running around, but their eyes were shining with concern for each other and determination for the project.

Shen Ting looked at the dark circles under Xiao Yue's eyes with heartache, and gently brushed away the scattered hair on her forehead. His gentle movements contained infinite pity.

Xiao Yue felt the warmth of his fingertips, and a warm current surged in her heart, and her fatigue seemed to dissipate a little.

"Regarding the localization adjustment of the plan, I have an idea..." Xiao Yue's voice was crisp and firm, drawing Shen Ting's attention back to his work.

She told them her ideas, and a bold and innovative plan gradually unfolded between the two of them.

Shen Ting's eyes became brighter and brighter, and he did not hide his admiration for Xiao Yue. Once this idea was realized, it would make their plan stand out among many competitors and become a real highlight.

The morale of the surrounding team members was originally low because of David's team's lead, but Xiao Yue's proposal was like a shot of adrenaline, which rekindled their hope.

They began to actively participate in discussions and refine details, and the office was filled with a warm and creative atmosphere.

However, the good times did not last long.

A piece of news came like a bucket of cold water. David's team had already taken the lead and reached preliminary cooperation intentions with several important international partners.

This means that Xiao Yue and Shen Ting's team not only have to face fierce competition, but also have to overcome preconceived impressions and strive to regain the trust of their partners.

The enormous pressure swept towards them like an invisible wave.

At this moment, Translator Liu hurried in, looking flustered, hesitant to speak: "Mr. Shen, Mr. Xiao, I... I think I translated something wrong..."