Feng Ming said, "You don't have to be so dejected. Not all websites are like that. There are still many that are truthful, and there are so many people online who support you."
Ling Zhenfei said, "Of course I know I have a lot of supporters, but there's a saying that a lie repeated often enough becos the truth. If enough people say it, even supporters will start to doubt. Tomorrow's opening seems precarious."
"Boss Ling, you don't need to worry too much. There are more good people than bad in the world. It won't matter if the opening isn't successful. Even if no one shows up, as long as ti passes, those haters won't make any money from bashing you and will stop eventually. You'll turn things around."
Although Feng Ming made so valid points, it would be too late by the ti this happened. By then, the reputation of Xishan Manor would already be tarnished, making a coback aningless.
"You don't need to persuade anymore. I've already decided that no matter what happens tomorrow, I will go ahead with the opening. It's not about making money; it's about standing my ground."
Ling Zhenfei said determinedly. He had been holding these words in for a long ti.
"Alright, I won't persuade you anymore, Divine Doctor Ling. I can only speak up for you more online." Feng Ming knew Ling Zhenfei had made up his mind, so he stopped trying to convince him.
"Thank you very much. If there were more honest journalists and editors in the world, things would be much better."
After chatting for a while longer, they hung up the phone. Ling Zhenfei stood by the window, not knowing what to do next.
Public opinion on the internet had fernted intensely and was very unfavorable towards Ling Zhenfei. But now there was nothing to be said that would help. The more is said, the more mistakes are made. Everything would have to wait until tomorrow.
As he looked at his phone, his heart filled with infinite sorrow. Ling Zhenfei suddenly thought of Bai Ling. He wondered what this whirlwind of a woman was doing now. If she were here, she would probably co up with so ideas.
Despite it being early morning, Binyang was bustling with activity. Ling Zhenfei was still lingering in front of the Xi Shan Restaurant.
He hadn't slept a wink last night, and today was bound to be another sleepless night.
So flower baskets had been placed at the entrance of Xishan Manor, and celebratory fireworks were being set up. Everything needed to be ready.
By the roadside, a lot of vehicles had already gathered. The cars had been parked there for a long ti, with people inside, but no one was getting out.
Ling Zhenfei knew that the people in the cars were journalists or editors, all waiting to see what would unfold today.
He had made nurous preparations overnight, but he didn't know what Qin Lan had prepared.
Ling Zhenfei was at a disadvantage now. It was like a card ga where he had a bad hand from the start, while Qin Lan had a handful of good cards. And now it was Ling Zhenfei's turn to play.
Qin Lan had too many good cards, and Ling Zhenfei had no clue which one Qin Lan would play. But whichever one it was, it would cause him significant trouble.
Dark clouds gathered over Xianling Mountain in the distance, as if a blizzard was about to break loose. But no blizzard could compare to the heaviness in Binyang, especially in Ling Zhenfei's heart.
"Zhou Tong, what's going on with the vegetable delivery truck? Why hasn't it arrived yet?" Ling Zhenfei asked Zhou Tong, a bit worried.
Zhou Tong checked the ti and said, "Boss, don't worry. My brother's best n are protecting the truck. It will definitely arrive soon. Should I give them a call?"
Ling Zhenfei said, "Call and find out what's happening."
After a while, Zhou Tong returned with a perplexed look on his face and said, "Boss, the truck broke down on the way back. They're repairing it now, and my brother is also on his way back with it."
Upon hearing that Zhou Jian had returned, Ling Zhenfei knew Zhou Jian had co back to help, aware that today's situation was unusual.
The truck breaking down on the road was definitely sabotage. It was likely another of Qin Lan's tricks, aid at disrupting Ling Zhenfei's plans by preventing the tily delivery of vegetables.
As ti passed, Ling Zhenfei beca more anxious because the truck still hadn't arrived. What's a restaurant without vegetables?
Just then, Zhou Tong shouted, "Boss, the truck is here!"
Ling Zhenfei quickly looked down the road and saw a truck carrying vegetables approaching slowly, surrounded by a crowd of people.
These people were shouting slogans, trying to block the truck's progress. Their chant was, "Destroy radioactive vegetables, save the earth."
Ling Zhenfei was furious. What was this? Where did all these people co from?
Jiang Hui approached and said, "These people are likely part of an anti-Ling Zhenfei protest group. They've organized to block the truck."
Ling Zhenfei was taken aback. He hadn't expected this group to still exist. Back in Modu, he had crushed their montum, but now they were back from the dead.
Not only had they revived, but their numbers had grown. There were dozens of people, a significant increase.
Despite their numbers, they couldn't stop the truck. The large vehicle moved slowly but steadily towards Xishan Manor.
Xishan Manor's security guards rushed forward, keeping the protesters outside.
The security guards had undergone intense training under Zhou Jian and were far from ordinary people.
Most of the manor's security had been brought to Xi Shan Restaurant for this occasion. But even now, it seed there weren't enough.
"Ling Zhenfei, you beast! You'll get what you deserve sooner or later!"
"Ling Zhenfei, you publicity-mad demon, you'll die a terrible death!"
The angry crowd hurled insults at Ling Zhenfei, their voices loud and harsh.
In a car not far away, unnoticed by all, the vehicle had been converted into a broadcast van. A high-definition cara was pointed at the scene.
Inside, a young man held a microphone and spoke.
"Good day, everyone. I am today's host, Brother Xiao Sa. The show we've been waiting for is finally here.
Current online sentint is very unfavorable towards Ling Zhenfei and his Xi Shan Restaurant. While many still support him, their voices are being drowned out.
Yesterday's release of two videos hit his supporters hard. Despite our analysis showing the videos were fake, many people already believe them.
The outside attack is the first wave, coming from the anti-Ling Zhenfei protest group. Their goal is to block the vegetable truck. Unfortunately, they are not very effective. The vegetables have already arrived at Xi Shan Restaurant.
We are very curious to see how Ling Zhenfei will handle this next. Let's wait and watch."
The crowd outside continued to insult Ling Zhenfei, but he remained unmoved. He even brought out a chair and sat at the entrance of Xi Shan Restaurant, as if he couldn't hear them at all.
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