Chapter 40 Commendation
Chapter 40 Commendation
Jiang Yang was instantly furious.
This is simply nonsense!
"This is pure fabrication. Li Wen and I are just business partners!"
Old Li nodded: "I believe you, Jiang Yang. I know your character, and Director Li's daughter isn't that kind of person either."
Jiang Yang took a deep breath, trying to calm himself down.
This must have been the work of Su Jingtong and her group.
They really stop at nothing!
He thanked Old Li and hurried back to the clothing store.
He had to find a solution to this as soon as possible. He didn't care about the consequences himself, but he couldn't let Li Wen's reputation be damaged.
As soon as he entered, he saw Li Wen sitting in a chair with red and swollen eyes, clearly having been crying.
“Jiang Yang,” Li Wen said, choking back tears, “I’ve been framed.”
Jiang Yang quickly went over and comforted her, "Wenwen, don't worry, I've already heard about it. It's probably Su Jingtong's doing, I'll take care of it."
Li Wen looked up at him, her eyes brimming with tears: "Really? They said I am..."
“The innocent will clear themselves.” Jiang Yang interrupted her. “Don’t worry, go back to work first, leave this to me.”
Li Wen nodded, wiped away her tears, and turned to go into the inner room.
Jiang Yang put the paper in the corner and took out manuscript paper and a pen from the drawer.
Thoughts flowed like a spring, and the pen scratched across the paper.
He knew that to dispel the rumors, he couldn't just passively explain; he had to take the initiative.
He wrote an article about the future development plan of Jiang'an County, analyzing various industries from agriculture to industry, from commerce to tourism, how they should operate, how they should be combined with policies, and even boldly predicting the economic trend in the next few years.
After finishing the Chinese version, he spent several hours translating it into an English version, preparing for a bilingual publication.
Jiang Yang rubbed his sore shoulders, looked at the manuscript paper filled with writing, and felt a surge of pride.
He wanted to use this article to prove his worth and shut up those who spread rumors and caused trouble.
He took the manuscript and went to find Emily.
"Emily, I need your help," Jiang Yang said, getting straight to the point.
Emily put down her book, her golden curls cascading down, and looked at him with her azure eyes: "What help do you need?"
“I’d like to ask your friends to take a look at this article and give me some pointers,” Jiang Yang said, handing her the manuscript. “Especially the English version; I’d like to see if there’s anything that needs improvement.”
Emily took the manuscript, quickly glanced through it, and a look of surprise appeared on her face: "Jiang Yang, what you wrote is very insightful."
"You flatter me, these are just some personal thoughts," Jiang Yang said modestly.
Emily smiled, picked up the phone, and contacted several friends who had previously discussed cooperation with Jiang Yang.
A few foreigners arrived shortly afterward.
They were all experts in their respective fields, carefully reading Jiang Yang's article, occasionally whispering and discussing it in hushed tones.
"The analysis is very comprehensive and thorough," said a middle-aged man wearing glasses. "Many of his forward-thinking ideas are admirable."
"Indeed, especially the ideas for tourism development, are very creative."
Jiang Yang was secretly delighted; it seemed the article had an even better effect than he had anticipated.
He seized the opportunity to spread the recent rumors.
“Someone is slandering me and my partner Li Wen behind my back, saying that I am her kept man.”
Several foreigners were immediately filled with righteous indignation.
“That’s utter nonsense. We’ve all had contact with Mr. Jiang Yang, and he’s definitely not that kind of person.”
“Yes, Mr. Jiang Yang is so talented, how could he possibly need to rely on a woman?” another woman chimed in.
"Do you need our help to find out who's spreading these rumors?" the tall man suggested, his tone laced with anger.
Jiang Yang shook his head: "No need, thank you for your kindness. I would like to ask you to help publish this article, either in Chinese or English. I believe that as long as the article gets more views, people will naturally stand up to support me, and the rumors will fall apart on their own."
Emily nodded: "No problem."
She was very efficient. After several foreign friends read the manuscript, they immediately started contacting each other to get it published.
A few days later, Jiang Yang's article was published in the provincial newspaper in Chinese, and in several well-known overseas publications in English.
Jiang'an County quickly became the focus of public opinion.
Jiang Yang's article provides an insightful analysis of the future development direction of Jiang'an County, a very accurate interpretation of the policies, and even a prediction of the economic trend in the next few years.
This article not only caused a sensation in Jiang'an County, but also attracted considerable attention in the province.
Jiang Yang hadn't expected the article to have such a huge impact.
Chen Zhigang, the director of the Cultural Bureau, approached Jiang Yang once again.
"Comrade Jiang Yang, your article is so well written! I've read it several times!" Chen Zhigang excitedly patted Jiang Yang on the shoulder, his round face flushed red. "You have such a clear vision of the future of Jiang'an County! This is simply a guiding light for the development of our Jiang'an County!"
Jiang Yang smiled modestly: "Director Chen, you flatter me. I was just offering some personal thoughts."
Just then, Deputy County Head He arrived.
"I heard Comrade Jiang Yang was here, so I came here specifically to see him." Deputy County Head He was tall and had a loud voice. "Comrade Jiang Yang, the county has decided to hold a commendation meeting for you and publicize your outstanding deeds!"
Jiang Yang was flattered: "How could I possibly accept this?"
Deputy County Head He laughed heartily: "What's there to be embarrassed about? You've made such a great contribution to Jiang'an County, this is what you deserve!"
Jiang Yang was somewhat excited.
At this moment, Li Wen's father, Li Tai, the director of the Industry and Commerce Bureau, also walked in.
Li Tai patted Jiang Yang on the shoulder with a smile: "Jiang Yang, you're a celebrity now! Everyone's talking about your 'scandal' with our Xiao Wen!"
Jiang Yang was immediately embarrassed and quickly explained, "Director Li, please don't listen to their nonsense. They are just people with ulterior motives exaggerating."
Li Tai laughed heartily, "Don't be nervous, young man. I've seen your character. Rest assured, I've already asked someone to investigate, and I believe we'll have the results soon."
He turned to Deputy County Head He and said, "Old He, I approve of this commendation ceremony! Moreover, it must be held in a place with the highest foot traffic to properly publicize Comrade Jiang Yang's advanced deeds and shut up those who spread rumors!"
Deputy County Head He nodded: "That's what I was thinking too, let's hold it in the county's central square!"
The commendation ceremony began soon afterward.
The most bustling area of the county town was packed with people, filled with the sounds of gongs and drums and the crackling of firecrackers.
Jiang Yang stood on the stage, looking at the sea of people below, his heart filled with mixed emotions.
Who would have thought that just a few days ago, he was embroiled in a vortex of rumors, and now he is standing here, receiving recognition.
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