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Chapter 414 A Huge Incident Occurred

Even if Yan Zuozuo didn't pay attention to the news reports, the servants in the villa would still gather together from time to time to discuss them. Yan Zuozuo could always overhear things unintentionally, such as how fierce the online arguments were, or how suddenly many more people had appeared to defend her, and so on.

Yan Zuozuo always pretended not to hear when she heard it, just like now, when the servants were gathered together discussing this matter again. However, after witnessing Chi's mother's shrewish behavior, they all sided with her.

She took a sip of her milk, stood by the window, and looked at the reporters who were blocked outside the villa. The matter had been brewing for several days, but the number of reporters seemed to be increasing.

Although things were developing in a positive direction as Chi Xuecan had said, Yan Zuozuo felt uneasy. She had originally planned to tell Chi Moqing about it herself, but now it had become common knowledge. She wondered if Chi Moqing would be angry when he found out.

Yan Zuozuo smiled wryly and was about to turn around and go back to her room when, for some unknown reason, all the reporters outside suddenly disappeared, just like those who were discussing good things.

She blinked, almost thinking someone had used some kind of magic to make them disappear. Several ordinary cars followed, and a few people quickly got out. At the same time, the sound of a door opening came from downstairs.

For no apparent reason, Yan Zuozuo had a bad feeling.

"Zuo Zuo." Chi Xuecan's voice rang out; it was she who had just opened the door.

Yan Zuozuo hurried outside and saw Chi Xuecan rushing around. "Zuozuo, from now on, turn off all communication devices, whether it's your cell phone, telephone, computer, or TV. Stay in the villa and don't go out unnecessarily."

Chi Xuecan spoke very seriously, which made Yan Zuozuo even more uneasy. "Cancan, has something happened?"

"There are some things, but now is not the time to tell you. Listen to me, I'll tell you later." After saying that, Chi Xuecan's phone rang. She told her and left with her phone.

Seeing how busy she was, Yan Zuozuo had a feeling that something big was about to happen.

She took out her phone, just about to turn it off as Chi Xuecan had told her, when it rang. The caller ID showed it was Yi Fanxi calling. She quickly answered, worried it might be something from the company.

"Assistant Yi, is there anything I can help you with?"

"Are you online right now?" Yi Fanxi asked directly.

Yan Zuozuo looked around. There was a computer in the room. "It's convenient. What's wrong?"

"You really don't know what happened yet. Now turn on your computer, and no matter what you see, don't panic. The truth will eventually come out."

Yan Zuozuo was taken aback. What had happened to make Yi Fanxi so serious?

She immediately turned on her computer, but before she could even see the content, she heard Yi Fanxi speak again, "I won't hang up. You can tell me anything."

The more he said that, the more nervous Yan Zuozuo became. Completely forgetting what Chi Xuecan had told her, she had only just opened the webpage, and following Yi Fanxi's instructions, she had already seen the content accusing her of plagiarizing the clothes she had designed for Chi Xuecan!

Plagiarism?!

How is that possible? All the designs were conceived by her working day and night, neglecting food and drink. How could she possibly be suspected of plagiarism?

The report showed that the supposedly original designer's manuscript was exactly the same as hers! Moreover, the paper looked very old, and the design date on it was almost a month earlier than her design.

According to the so-called original author, after I completed my design, I was dissatisfied and planned to revise it. However, some things happened, and the revision was delayed. Unexpectedly, I later saw my design become a real product, even worn by Mrs. Clausen.

The original author directly accused Yan Zuozuo of plagiarism and condemned this behavior!

Yan Zuozuo was stunned. When she clicked on the comments below, they were all calls for her to get out of the design industry.

How did things come to this?

Yi Fanxi, on the other end of the phone, was worried when she didn't get a response from Yan Zuozuo. "Are you alright? I've heard of this designer. He has a good reputation and is quite famous. That's a major reason why this matter has escalated like this."

With a good reputation and considerable fame, why would you blatantly lie in broad daylight?

Yan Zuozuo could hardly believe it. The designer's fans were acting like madmen, leaving comments below filled with insults. The matter hadn't even been investigated properly; was it really okay for them to do this?

"This designer has a boyfriend with an extremely powerful background. He is a relative of royalty in the political world and holds a very important position. If that person gets involved in this matter, I'm afraid you won't be able to clear your name even if you jump into the Yellow River."

As a member of the royal family, she held immense power. In other words, if they wanted to smear her, Yan Zuozuo would have no power to resist. But she didn't even know this designer; why was she spouting such nonsense?

Yan Zuozuo was in a state of turmoil, but her worry wasn't for herself, but for Chi Moqing, who was far away in Germany. If the other party truly had a powerful background, would Chi Moqing be affected?

"Assistant Yi..."

“Even though we all know you’re innocent, the other party is powerful and will be more concerned about their reputation. So, regardless of whether you’re right or wrong, they will pin the blame on you.”

Yan Zuozuo was stunned: "Am I supposed to just swallow my anger and admit to this fabricated crime?" She widened her eyes and raised her voice in disbelief.

"Calm down and tell me, who has read your original manuscript?"

Has anyone seen it?

While in Germany, only Chi Xuecan and the costume maker she knew had seen it. But Chi Xuecan wouldn't betray her, and since the incident happened in China, the costume designer had no reason to frame her.

If it were in China...

Suddenly, Yan Zuozuo remembered that she had given the draft to Cai Keren and handed it over to the company. But Cai Keren had no reason to betray her, unless something had happened in between and someone had seen the draft.

If that's the case, it means there's a mole within Fan Hua Design!

After listening to her analysis, Yi Fanxi frowned, remained silent for a moment, and then said, "For now, don't go anywhere. Just stay at Mrs. Clausen's villa. I'll handle the rest." With that, he hung up the phone.

Yan Zuozuo stared blankly at her phone, lost in thought for a long time. She unconsciously scrolled down the comments section; there were even more abusive comments.

She collapsed onto the bed, her mind racing, trying to figure out who could have gotten hold of her manuscript and who was in contact with that powerful woman to frame her like this.

Her fists were clenched tightly, and a series of images flashed through her mind: He Xinrui, Qin Yun, Tong Shili, or... Chi's mother?

Just then, a commotion broke out outside. She quickly ran to the window and saw several people in police uniforms standing outside. Major General Zhan got into an argument with them, and eventually, he was taken away.

Oops!

General Zhan was entrusted by Chi Moqing to protect her. Now that General Zhan has been taken away, it means that even if Chi Moqing was once the God of War, she is of little significance here.

She gasped sharply; it seemed this matter was only going to escalate. She had already caused Chi Xuecan enough trouble; did she really want to trouble her even more?

She slumped onto the bed, knowing that the police wouldn't dare come in anytime soon, given Chi Xuecan's status.

However, it was one thing for them not to dare offend Chi Xuecan, but it was another matter for her to continue living here, cowardly only knowing how to escape.

Chi Xuecan, of course, saw the news too. In her office, she turned off the TV and let out a long sigh. It really is one wave after another; they're going to completely ruin Yan Zuozuo's reputation.

If a prince were to intervene in this matter, the consequences would be severe. Regardless of who is right or wrong, if a prince speaks, those below will not care who is right or wrong.

The question is, who is so powerful that they could persuade the prince's girlfriend to risk her reputation to frame Yan Zuozuo?

She took out her phone, just about to call Fisher and ask him to investigate the matter. But before she could dial the number, her phone rang first.

Yao Ziqian!

Chi Xuecan frowned slightly. She already knew about Yao Ziqian's trip back to China and was aware that there seemed to be some shady dealings between him and Fisher. However, Chi Xuecan still trusted him to some extent.

Why would Yao Ziqian call her at this crucial moment?

After a moment's hesitation, she answered the phone, "Isn't President Chi on vacation? Why did you suddenly think of calling me?"

"It hasn't been long since we last met. I'm back and I'd like to meet with Chairman Chi."

"I'm a bit busy right now, so perhaps..."

"Is it because of Yan Zuozuo? That's why I'm looking for Chairman Chi. It's up to you whether you'll do me the honor."

Chi Xuecan's expression turned serious. Both Yao Ziqian's words and his tone made her feel that meeting him was probably not a good thing, but she had to meet him.

She raised an eyebrow: "When did Chairman Yao become so concerned about my assistant?"

“I’m not interested in her. I’m concerned about the charity as a whole. I think Chairman Chi has seen the news too. This incident has had a very bad impact. If it’s left to develop, it will be very detrimental to our charity.”

Yao Ziqian finally found a chance to vent his anger. They had kicked him out back then because of the negative impact, but now Yan Zuozuo's situation was even worse than his own. With such a good opportunity, he had no reason not to take down Yan Zuozuo and get the position he wanted!

Chi Xuecan narrowed her eyes, a cold glint flashing in them. She suspected Yao Ziqian wasn't going to say anything more, and that he had ulterior motives. She paused, then said, "President Yao is right. I'm currently troubled by this matter. Do you have any good suggestions?"

"President Chi, you're joking. Yan Zuozuo and you have a very close relationship. Do you think President Chi can hear what I'm saying?"

Chi Xuecan's expression hardened, but her tone remained unchanged. She smiled and said, "President Yao is really joking. No matter who I promote, it's all for the sake of the entire charity. If anyone is detrimental to the charity, I will naturally punish them severely. Alright, President Yao, don't be angry with me. I'm out of ideas now. Why don't you give me some advice?"

Yao Ziqian's smile grew even wider, a sinister glint in his eyes. After a long while, he finally spoke in a low voice, "Since Chairman Chi trusts me so much, how about we meet in my office at two o'clock tonight?"

2 a.m.?

If Yao Ziqian really wanted to talk to her about Yan Zuozuo, why would he choose this strange time?