Chapter 247 The Li Family's Reputation Is Ruined

In the capital, the matter concerning Li Changqing and Luo Qingyan has suddenly become the talk of the town.

This incident undoubtedly shocked many people and also aroused the gossip-loving public.

In this era of extreme entertainment scarcity, these kinds of scandalous gossip stories are the easiest topics for people to talk about over tea.

Especially in the environment of Beijing, which is neither too big nor too small, sometimes you can make a general impression by knowing a few people.

As people chat, they inevitably start talking about gossip, and then, out of nowhere, they begin discussing the once glorious Li family and the unpleasant things they've experienced over the years.

"Oh, Aunt Zhang, have you eaten yet? It's been quite a while since we last saw each other. What have you been up to lately?"

"I just finished eating, so I came out for a walk. What could I possibly be busy with? Life is still the same, isn't it? Just getting by."

"Hehe, look at what you're saying, you're living a pretty good life already. Three members of your family are employed, and even your grandson has started working. I heard the young man is hardworking and a really nice person! Are you married yet?"

"Hey, not so fast! I just started working. My child even said that he'll give me a gift when he gets his salary this month! My precious grandson is so obedient and filial!"

"Oh dear, Aunt Zhang, your grandson is really something, I'm so envious. You know, sometimes, the children of ordinary people are more reliable than the children of big shots! You don't know, the Li family isn't doing so well these days, I heard it's all because of that old man Li's grandson!"

"Huh? Which Li family? Tell me about it..."

"Hey, how many families in this capital city can be called the Li family?"

As she spoke, Aunt Li pointed towards the top of her head.

Aunt Zhang, her old best friend standing next to her, immediately covered her mouth in shock:

"My goodness, you mean Old Li? What, what's going on?"

Seeing that she had successfully caught the attention of her best friend, Aunt Li was overjoyed. She then embellished the story with great enthusiasm and told her best friend a series of juicy tidbits, which her friend listened to with rapt attention.

Finally, I can't help but express my feelings:

"Looks like even big shots have a tough time these days. Old Master Li just fell into a coma, and this grandson's already causing trouble. He's practically asking if his grandfather isn't dying fast enough..."

"That's right. I don't know what sins the Li family committed. They were once a glorious and prosperous family, but suddenly they've become like this."

"If parents are not kind, their children will be unfilial..."

Chats like this spread like wildfire throughout the capital.

The Li family's reputation was thus ruined without any real consequence.

Some people even said that the reason why Old Li suddenly became like this was because he was angered by his grandson.

Li Cuihua, the eldest daughter of the Li family, disapproved of her family's behavior and was transferred to the south, no longer caring about the troubles and grudges in the capital, just to avoid seeing them...

In no time, the stories about the Li family, embellished by others, spread like wildfire throughout the capital.

In the capital, there are people who are very close to the Li family, but there are also the Li family's mortal enemies.

The Li family is in a real mess right now. Several key figures in the most important departments are finding it difficult to carry out their work and are being held accountable by their superiors.

The brothers were incredibly frustrated.

When the old man was lucid, everything went smoothly, and everyone knew about the Li family's foundation and strength.

But now that the old man has fallen ill, they dare to throw all sorts of dirty water at them. What kind of nonsense is this!

Li Changqing's father, Li Aiguo, was currently in a fit of rage at the Li family mansion:

"Who spread these rumors? Arrest them all! This is blatant fabrication and stirring up trouble. Changqing went to the Northeast to work in the countryside and support the country's development. It was clearly a good thing, but now they've ruined his reputation with these scandalous stories!"

"If Changqing goes back to the capital, how will he face people?"

"The key issue is that this is truly impossible to refute. Even if we are completely innocent, it's not certain that anyone will believe us. It's so easy to spread rumors, but it's incredibly difficult to refute them!"

"I need to find out where this is coming from right now. Arrest all these people who are spreading rumors and causing trouble. Don't let a single one of them get away!"

Li Aiguo was extremely frustrated at this moment, especially since they had already reached this point and were surrounded by influential figures. If something sordid had happened, it wouldn't have been exposed to the public.

This is absolutely mortifying for them.

Even their arch-enemies in the capital wouldn't normally resort to such ruthless methods, but now they're practically trying to pin the blame on the Li family!

Li Aiguo's wife, Feng Xuefen, also looked worried at this moment.

"Aiguo, what are we going to do now? Changqing works so hard and diligently outside, but he comes back with such a bad reputation. I really can't swallow this!"

"Also, Luo Qingyan is now the director, a big shot with a lot of influence. Although she may not be as high-ranking as us, she is a well-known figure in the industry and in her field."

"If you really offend someone to death, won't you just make enemies in the future?"

"A woman's reputation is so important, how can she be slandered like this?"

"And what about Changqing? If this gets around, how will he ever find a wife?"

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