The fake heiress loves to act? The max-level boss isn't interested in playing along.

Shi Zhong knew what was going on and didn't intend to force Dean Li to agree on the spot.

With a polite smile on his face, he made a point of maintaining a calm posture when he stood up.

"Of course, of course. Dean, please give it a second thought. After all, it's a major matter for the hospital, so it's always good to be cautious."

I'm not in a hurry. I'll wait for your message. You can discuss it slowly, and I'll be ready to cooperate at any time.

After speaking, Shi Zhong exchanged a glance with Dr. Liu, who was chiming in beside him, and gave her a meaningful look.

I politely said goodbye to Dean Li, then turned and walked out of the dean's office.

He showed no impatience whatsoever and was exceptionally understanding.

Dr. Liu also found an excuse to leave with Shi Zhong.

Only Dean Li remained in the office, sitting in his chair with a somber expression, weighing the pros and cons repeatedly in his mind, and remained motionless for a long time.

No one expected that Shi Zhong had just parted ways with Dean Li when...

In just two or three days, all sorts of rumors smearing Fu Hua spread like wildfire.

It spread like wildfire throughout the medical community in Beijing.

First, doctors and nurses from various hospitals gathered together to chat.

Whether it's internal medicine, surgery, the laboratory, or the logistics department,

Everyone in the medical system is secretly talking about it.

"Have you heard? Fu Hua from Anzhen's side, her heart valve research and development is completely illegal!"

"That's right! I heard from a friend at Fuwai Hospital that she didn't complete any of the proper procedures before privately starting a research team."

They just want to use the hospital as a platform to profit themselves!

"And there are even more outrageous claims, saying that her technology wasn't developed by herself at all, but rather secretly copied from foreign materials and stole other people's achievements, just to fool those who don't know anything about it!"

"I wouldn't dare work with her again. I heard the authorities are about to investigate medical compliance, and her project is a ticking time bomb; anyone who gets involved is doomed!"

"I also heard that her team was just put together temporarily."

Without the necessary qualifications and production capacity, even if you manage to produce something, it's impossible to use it in large quantities; it's just a waste of time!

These words became increasingly offensive and absurd as they were spread.

At first, it was just whispered among a small group of people, but later it spread to hospital corridors, cafeterias, and conference rooms.

Even doctors gossip about this on their way home from get off work.

A doctor who had dealt with Fu Hua wanted to say a few words of fairness on her behalf.

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He was immediately interrupted by someone else: "Don't speak up for her, or you'll get implicated. If the project is investigated, you'll be punished too!"

Gradually, no one dared to defend Fu Hua anymore.

Everyone believed these slanderous statements.

Department heads and research directors of major hospitals,

They had originally considered collaborating with Fu Hua, but now they're avoiding her like the plague.

I was afraid of getting involved with her and getting into trouble.

Even the nurses and support staff in the hospital,

Everyone was pointing and whispering about Fu Hua's retreating figure, their gazes towards her filled with strangeness.

It's as if she really is someone who violates regulations to conduct scientific research and seek personal gain.

The entire medical community, from leaders to frontline staff, was embroiled in these rumors.

Overnight, Fu Hua went from being seen as a capable, young, and outstanding research talent.

He became a "troublesome person" that everyone avoided.

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In the laboratory's private office, the view outside the window was gloomy, yet the air was filled with an inexplicable sense of oppression.

The rumors that have been flooding the medical community in recent days are like an impenetrable net.

It spreads everywhere, and no one can completely avoid it.

Fu Hua sat at her desk, her fingertips just putting down the pen.

The landline on the table rang twice in a row.

The first call was from Professor Yan. He has a wide network of connections and is involved in the research community.

Hearing those slanderous rumors about her, her tone was full of worry.

She repeatedly asked, "Does the academic community need to step in to speak out for her and suppress these false rumors?"

Fu Hua thanked the teacher for her concern in a gentle tone, calmly reassured her with a few words, and then quietly hung up the phone.

A few minutes later, a second call came in; it was from Lu Tingxiao.

Being part of the system, he was well-informed and naturally heard those unpleasant rumors.

His words clearly conveyed his protectiveness and concern.

I asked her, "Should I use my connections to step in and put pressure on them? We can't let others throw dirty water on us like this."

Fu Hua remained calm and composed, politely declining his help.

She doesn't want to rely on others for everything. She can handle the disputes in the industry and the suppression on her research path herself.

He gave a brief reply and then calmly hung up the phone.

After two concerned phone calls, the office door was gently pushed open.

Zhou Ming, Li Yan, Engineer Chen, and several other members of the team all walked in with solemn expressions.

Each of them frowned, looking at Fu Hua with eyes full of worry.

The rumors circulating outside these past few days have gone too far.

Some people are spreading rumors that her research and development procedures are incomplete and that her projects were approved in violation of regulations.

Some people accused her of stealing technology and being opportunistic.

Some people even whispered that her research project was fraught with hidden dangers and would run into problems sooner or later.

Everyone on the team saw it and was furious.

They were also worried that Fu Hua wouldn't be able to handle the pressure alone and would feel stifled.

Cheng Jin said earnestly, "Fu Hua, those rumors outside are outrageous. They're completely fabricated. Don't take them to heart."

"Yes, those people can't stand seeing others succeed, so they resort to underhanded tactics and deliberately smear us."

Zhou Ming kept a cold face, rarely getting angry.

"Should we go out and explain things to them? We can't let them spread rumors like this."

Aside from grocery shopping and cooking, Li Yan was oblivious to everything else. He only learned about these rumors from the auntie who was grocery shopping.

Fu Hua raised her eyes, her gaze slowly sweeping over the crowd, her expression calm and composed.

There was no panic from being overwhelmed by rumors, nor any anger or anxiety.

She spoke slowly, her voice soft and gentle:

"I'm fine, thank you for your concern. Please don't panic, and don't let these rumors affect your mindset."

"We conduct research in a down-to-earth manner, and every project initiation, reporting, and review procedure is complete and compliant."

Every set of experimental data is verifiable and verifiable. We have acted with integrity and honesty, and there's no need to let malicious slander from others throw us into disarray.

Her gaze was firm, and her tone softened: "Rumors stop with the wise."

Especially in times like these, we need to stay calm and focused.

What others say or speculate about is not important.

Our strongest foundation lies in the technology we possess and the solid experimental results we have achieved.

Don't argue with idle people, and don't waste your energy explaining.

The most important thing now is to focus on doing a good job with the coronary balloon and steadily advance the project. That is the best response to all the rumors.

With me here, we won't let our team suffer in vain.

I know who's behind these underhanded tactics, and I've already made arrangements for them.

Everyone just focus on your research; I'll handle everything else.

His words were calm and powerful.

The initially panicked crowd instantly calmed down.

His tense expression gradually relaxed, and most of the frustration in his heart dissipated.

With Fu Hua in charge, everyone feels reassured.

Even with all the rumors and gossip, it's not that scary anymore.

After calming the team down, Fu Hua quickly tidied up the documents.

He got up and left the laboratory, heading straight to Anzhen Hospital.

As soon as I reached the administration building, I was stopped by Dean Fang's secretary.

I specifically asked her to come to my office.

Dean Fang had long heard the rumors circulating throughout the city, and he felt both angry and heartbroken.

Since Fu Hua joined the hospital and began conducting research collaborations,

He is down-to-earth, meticulous, and self-disciplined in his work.

Every process was carried out in strict accordance with regulations, including reporting, approval, and multi-level review, without any omissions.

He is the most reliable research backbone in the institute.

Without Fu Hua, there would be no Anzhen Hospital today.

She is now being maliciously smeared for no reason.

It's really unfair to be constantly criticized and pointed at.