"You... You..."
He was so angry that his whole body trembled. Pointing at Li Chuchu and then at Mu Wan with a shaking finger, he roared, "You did this on purpose! You deliberately tried to harm me!"
Just then,
Factory Director Chen stepped forward.
His steps were slow and his tone solemn. "Since there is no evidence, your accusation letter is invalid. Our Lotus Steel Factory doesn't need someone like you with such a corrupt moral character. I hereby officially revoke the title of 'Outstanding Retired Soldier' that our factory awarded you."
His words were like a heavy stone crashing down a cliff.
They hit Yu Xiuyuan hard in the depths of his heart.
When had a title ever been revoked? This was like branding Yu Xiuyuan on the pillar of shame.
Before Yu Xiuyuan could say a word, Yu's mother couldn't help but step forward. "Factory Director Chen, even if my son was a bit muddled in his private life, the military achievements he made are real! How can you just listen to that woman's words and directly deprive my son of his honor?"
Suddenly, someone in the crowd said, "The experiences this guy just talked about on stage are probably all fake. I was involved in several of the tasks he mentioned, and I've never heard of a Yu Xiuyuan."
"Yeah, I was in the same battalion as him. I remember the protagonists of those deeds he talked about were someone else. I thought I had remembered wrong."
Hearing this, Yu Xiuyuan's face turned ashen. He didn't even have the strength to defend himself.
Factory Director Chen's look said it all.
Without him saying another word, the Yu family left in disgrace.
...
The venue fell into complete silence. The originally good get - together had been ruined by Yu Xiuyuan. It was really like one bad apple spoiling the whole bunch.
Li Chuchu racked her brain.
She immediately thought of the old Red Army soldier who had subdued Yu Xiuyuan just now.
She quickly found the old soldier, who had just completed his task and was blending into the crowd. She walked up to him, had a few words with him, and by the way, invited him to the stage to share his personal experiences.
The old soldier was so shocked that the wrinkles on his face seemed to smooth out. "Me? I'm so old. It may not be appropriate for me to speak on stage. This is the stage for you young people."
"How can you say that? We young people really need a senior like you, who is full of justice and rich in life experiences, to guide our ideological work. If you could speak on stage, it would be a great honor for our Lotus Steel Factory!"
The old soldier had a kind expression. Persuaded by Li Chuchu, he readily agreed without hesitation.
Everyone originally thought the get - together was going to end disappointingly, but unexpectedly, the host announced on stage that a special guest had been invited.
Thunderous applause welcomed the old soldier onto the stage.
His military uniform was already washed yellow, but the medals on his chest shone brightly under the stage lights. When he talked about the events that had happened two or three decades ago, he spoke clearly, with ease. His tone was firm, and his words were full of pride in his life experiences.
This was the real military spirit, without any extra emotions, and the strong patriotism was revealed in every word.
Everyone's enthusiasm was reignited.
The get - together went on smoothly.
When the get - together was about to end,
Factory Director Chen called Li Chuchu outside. "Li Chuchu, I'm really sorry for making you suffer this time. But you did a great job with this get - together. Everyone's enthusiasm has been significantly boosted. Your quick thinking and ability to adapt were really good."
Li Chuchu replied with a gentle smile, "I owe this to you, Factory Director Chen, for giving me this opportunity."
Factory Director Chen looked at Li Chuchu.
His eyes were hard to read, and finally he let out a sigh. "I couldn't help you deal with Yu Xiuyuan's matter before. Uncle Chen knows you're not that kind of child, but considering Yu Xiuyuan's identity, I couldn't just suppress this letter quietly."
Li Chuchu showed her understanding.
A big shot like Factory Director Chen knew best how terrible public opinion could be. Moreover, Yu Xiuyuan's title as a soldier gave him a certain social status. She could understand that he couldn't solve the problem personally.
"Thank you for giving me the opportunity to organize this get - together. I was able to solve the problem on my own. I really appreciate your trust, Uncle Chen."
Hearing her still call him Uncle Chen, Chen Huicheng sighed.
"You really handled this matter very well. After the unexpected incident, you immediately found the old Red Army soldier to save the day, which largely solved the difficulties of the get - together. You really remind me of your mother back then. She was always so decisive and efficient."
Li Chuchu nodded slightly.
Factory Director Chen told her to go home early.
As soon as Li Chuchu left the factory, she saw Shen Yanshan waiting at the gate.
He had been sitting in the audience all evening, quietly watching what had happened at the get - together.
After Yu Xiuyuan left, he seemed to have left the venue for a while.
Now he was right on time at the factory gate to pick her up from work.
Li Chuchu walked over cheerfully.
"So, how was the show tonight?"
Shen Yanshan nodded with a smile. "It was a very clever move. I couldn't have come up with such a good idea. Did you find that girl?"
"Yes, but I asked Chen Junsheng to find out about her. Anyway, he had nothing better to do, and it was also for his own reputation. I didn't expect Bai Jing to be so willing to cooperate." Li Chuchu raised her chin, looking a bit smug.
Shen Yanshan couldn't help but laugh.
Just as he thought.
"Alright, clever Miss Li Chuchu, let's go home now."
...
On the path next to the auditorium,
Mu Wan hadn't found Li Chuchu in the auditorium. She guessed that Li Chuchu had left. On her way out, she happened to meet Chen Junsheng.
They chatted casually.
"Did you find Bai Jing?"
"Of course! Who else but me could find someone so quickly? Ning City is my kingdom! No one can escape my eyes."
Chen Junsheng was wearing a denim jacket with a few scattered patches on it. The wind blew, making him shiver all over. He put one foot on the stone bench, a toothpick in his mouth, looking so slovenly and unruly.
Mu Wan really couldn't bear to look at his hooligan - like image. She had been raised in an intellectual family and had always been in contact with decent people. She had never seen a rich young man dress like a hooligan.
But then she thought that teachers had always taught them not to judge people by their appearance. He had helped her so much, so she should thank him properly.
"Thank you for your help. I'll treat you and Li Chuchu to dinner some other day."
Facing the girl's serious thanks, Chen Junsheng waved his hand nonchalantly. "It's nothing. Just make sure you choose men more carefully in the future and cause less trouble."
What kind of way was that to talk?
Did she choose such a man on purpose?
Mu Wan was irritated and suddenly raised her voice. "What do you mean by saying I should choose men more carefully? Can't you talk properly?"
Chen Junsheng was stunned by her outburst. Even the toothpick in his mouth fell out. He looked at her blankly and said, "What's wrong? What did I say?"
Seeing Chen Junsheng's confused look, Mu Wan gave up trying to communicate with him. She turned around and ignored him.
Forget it. She'd just thank Li Chuchu.
Why thank this playboy?