The people who had slandered Chen Lishu were quickly taken away by the police, but the matter did not end there. Before long, someone else stood up and questioned, "We all know the ham sausage is fine, but what about the charity event? Did you use the charity's gimmick to seek profits for the company?"
"Regarding this matter, I think it's necessary to explain to you all. The charity event was a project I proposed after careful consideration. You might think I'm being insincere when I say I genuinely want to help these people, but let's look at it from a business perspective.
The money spent on the charity event is only 10% of what I earn. However, if my fraudulent behavior is exposed, like today, I will lose 70%. As a businessman, would you do something that results in such a significant loss of profit?
This project is what I care about the most. It was originally entrusted to a most trusted employee in the company, but later, due to various reasons, I personally took charge of it.
I have already disbursed the charitable funds to those who truly need help. As for those who did not receive the funds, it's because their family conditions are good enough that they don't need this money at all."
As soon as these words were spoken, the scene erupted in heated discussion again.
"What do you mean they don't need the charity funds? I still feel this whole thing is very fake. This kind of talk only fools three-year-olds. Don't tell me you're trying to fool us too?"
"Exactly! Did you pay some actors to come out and say they received charity funds to help you? This lie is so obvious. It seems the title of 'black-hearted businessman' is unavoidable."
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Just as the crowd was buzzing with discussion, Zhou Kun had already rushed over from school. He could hear their arguments and, pushing through the crowd, came onto the stage. He looked at the people with firm eyes and said, "I am the first student sponsored by General Manager Chen! General Manager Chen not only helped us solve our schooling problems but also fundamentally helped us overcome family difficulties!
I am a student at No. 1 Middle School, but my mother is paralyzed with rotting legs and confined to bed. I had no choice but to drop out of school and return home to take care of her. At that time, Chen Zong did not dislike my family's circumstances at all and insisted on visiting. She persuaded me to return to school.
I refused General Manager Chen because I was worried about my mother, who was paralyzed and alone at home, possibly unable to take care of herself. When Chen Zong learned of this situation, she gave me a sum of money, not as charity, but as remuneration for my labor."
Remuneration for labor? Hearing this term, everyone was confused. What could such a young child do? Just as everyone thought Zhou Kun might have been deceived and exploited by Chen Lishu, Zhou Kun spoke again.
"You heard correctly, it is indeed remuneration for labor! It was for copying practice problems and class notes. Chen Zong compiled these materials together and made them into books to help more people. The Zhuangyuan Bookstore is owned by her!
Chen Zong has sponsored a total of six people, and all six of them are currently working in the bookstore. We can study with peace of mind and support our families with our own efforts! The bookstore was established before this incident. Anyone who doesn't believe can go and inquire.
Furthermore, Chen Zong also helped treat my mother's legs. I still have the hospital discharge papers, which can serve as evidence. Chen Zong is truly a very, very good person." After saying this, Zhou Kun's eyes turned red, and his gaze was filled with gratitude.
Seeing this scene, the people present began to believe it a little. After all, how could a child have such good acting skills unless it was from the heart!
However, how could Chen Lishu's contributions be proven by just Zhou Kun as a witness? More people pushed through the crowd and arrived at the press conference. These were students who had benefited from Chen Lishu's kindness, as well as a special figure.
The onlookers saw the familiar figure on stage and their emotions became agitated.
"Isn't that Mr. Luo Zhaojun? Why is he here? Sir has dedicated himself to teaching for many years, and the number of students he has guided is countless! My son is in his third year of high school this year, and I was planning to visit him personally to see if he could tutor my son!"
"Is Teacher Luo Zhaojun coming forward to prove Chen Lishu's innocence? I may remain skeptical of anyone else's words, but I will absolutely believe Mr. Luo's!"
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Under everyone's expectant gazes, Luo Zhaojun smiled slightly and said kindly, "Zhou Kun is a student at my school, and I know a bit about his family's situation. Everything he has said is true.
Furthermore, I would like to take this opportunity to thank Chen Zong for discovering so many talented students for me and even establishing the Zhuangyuan Bookstore at the school, which is wholeheartedly considering the students!
Thanks to the set of test papers you designed, all the students in my class made collective progress in this monthly exam. An enterprise like yours should prosper, so that you have more capacity to help more people."
As soon as this was said, the scene erupted in a uproar.
What kind of test papers could cause the entire class to make collective progress? Many people were filled with curiosity about the Zhuangyuan Bookstore and decided to visit it after the excitement died down.
With Luo Zhaojun's testimony, the matter was quickly resolved. Everyone knew that the companies established by Chen Lishu were conscientious enterprises, which brought considerable revenue to Shu Se Group.
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Meanwhile, in a residential complex, Zhang Bin was also paying attention to the company's affairs. He didn't want the company to go bankrupt due to this incident, as it represented all his hard work.
However, he also didn't want Chen Lishu to resolve the matter so easily. After all, he still wanted Chen Lishu to call him back and proceed according to his plan. Only by doing so could he temporarily manage the company and obtain more money to treat his son's illness.
But the outcome was destined to disappoint him.
Not only did Chen Lishu resolve the matter, but she did so beautifully. When Zhang Bin saw the result, he was stunned for a moment. It was only when Wei Xiaohua, who was by his side, nudged him that he came back to his senses.
"Honey, you've caused such an embarrassing situation with the company. Are you going to lose your job? Our son needs money right now. If you lose your job, won't our family have to drink the northwest wind?" Wei Xiaohua's voice began to crack with tears at the end.
Zhang Bin thought she was worried about their son's medical expenses, so he quickly pulled her into his arms, patted her shoulder, and said, "Don't worry, I'll handle this matter for you. You don't have to worry about it. Just take care of our son and make sure he doesn't suffer too much when the illness torments him."
Wei Xiaohua looked up and saw Zhang Bin's pale and weak face. At this moment, she felt regret. She shouldn't have pushed Zhang Bin to make money and told such a huge lie. Now he was so much older, his health had deteriorated, and most importantly, how would she explain that Lei Lei's illness was fake in the future?