Urban: Being Able To Reshape Rubbish, I Took Over The World

Chapter 6: The Plagiarism Scandal

Translator: EndlessFantasy Translation Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation

Chen Ming and Qin Qing exchanged glances and excused themselves. Chen Ming then went to the corridor with Qin Qing to discuss whether they should accept the proposal.

After discussing the proposal’s benefits and other specific matters, they decided to officially sign a contract.

After all, Boss Wang was really sincere, so they had no reason to refuse.

When he returned to the office, Chen Ming noticed Boss Wang’s serious expression in his peripheral vision. The latter was probably worried about whether he would choose to cooperate.

“Boss Wang.”

As he walked over to Boss Wang, Chen Ming smiled and said, “After our discussion…”

As he paused, Boss Wang clenched his fists nervously.

Naturally, that gesture did not escape Chen Ming’s eyes.

After he noticed this, the smile on his face became even wider.

“We agree to your proposal.”

“Agree? Ah, alright! That’s great! We’ll sign the contract now.”

Boss Wang heaved a sigh of relief.

The burden he was carrying was finally lifted.

After confirming the cooperation, Boss Wang shot Wang Linlin a look, which obviously indicated that she had to apologize.

Although Wang Linlin was unhappy, she had to suppress her unhappiness. She unwillingly walked over to Chen Ming.

“Mr. Chen Ming, I’m sorry. I changed the proposal and caused you to misunderstand.”

Wang Linlin raised her eyes and changed the topic slightly.

“I hope you can prove to me with your ability that you are worthy of this cooperation.”

She did not show it on her face, but she still did not trust Chen Ming.

A genius who appeared out of nowhere?

Wang Linlin felt that he was not really reliable.

Hearing this, Chen Ming’s expression did not change and he said lightly, “Don’t worry. I will prove it to you.”

He had already noticed Wang Linlin’s distrust.

“When the time comes, Miss Wang will be sincerely convinced of my abilities.”

…

The energy polymer blocks solved the city’s energy problems, which garnered a lot of attention, not only from the various business organizations, but also the state.

Not long after, Chen Ming received a commendation.

In the restaurant for the celebration, Chen Ming’s smile was bright and clear.

Receiving a commendation from the state was an honor.

When Chen Zhao first learned of the news, he pulled Chen Ming over to the memorial tablets of their ancestors to ‘report’ his success.

“Congratulations.” Qin Qing’s voice was soft. “Despite being so young, you received a commendation. It’s a great honor.”

As she spoke, she raised her glass.

Chen Ming clinked his glass with hers.

“You contributed to this as well. It’s an honor we share.”

He did not take all the credit.

Qin Qing smiled as she downed the wine in her glass. Chen Ming followed suit.

The wine was mellow and fragrant, and one could tell that it was good wine.

Qin Qing suddenly thought of something and said to Chen Ming seriously, “Chen Ming, now that we have energy polymer blocks, shouldn’t we expand our business? We won’t be able to grow big if we only manage one or two garbage processing plants.”

Qin Qing’s suggestion made sense.

After her reminder, Chen Ming realized that the next thing he had to do was to continue purchasing garbage processing plants, which in turn would provide him with an endless stream of garbage to upgrade the system.

Chen Ming quickly started discussing with Qin Qing as to which garbage processing plant they would acquire. In the end, the celebration dinner turned into a meeting.

At the end of the meeting, they decided to purchase two suitable garbage processing plants. Having finalized this, Chen Ming felt that the future was bright and full of opportunities.

…

The acquisition process went smoothly.

As expected, the owners of the two garbage processing plants chose to cooperate with Chen Ming as he had offered an excellent price.

Moreover, the reputation of Chen Ming’s energy polymer blocks had already spread far and wide. More and more people were looking to build a good relationship with him.

With the expansion of his business, Chen Ming’s reputation rose to another level.

Wang Linlin also found out about this. She was originally a little prideful, but after knowing that Chen Ming had succeeded in expanding the business, and had even received a commendation, she gradually changed her opinion of him.

She even took the initiative to send a message to Chen Ming and discuss various matters with him.

During this process, she also realized how capable he was. The cooperation was truly an excellent decision from their end.

…

In his personal office, after dealing with the work that had piled up, Chen Ming rubbed his head.

The continuous work had really exhausted him.

Chen Ming was almost done with his work, and was ready to rest. He turned on his computer and was browsing the news. A particular headline caught his eye.

“The energy polymer blocks. Is there a conspiracy behind this?”

It was the third most searched topic that was rising in popularity.

He clicked on it.

Shady business? As expected, one would always be attacked after achieving popularity and success. Jealousy and envy were the one eternal truth in this world.

However, Chen Ming did not panic.

[No way, there are even suspicions about this? He was able to produce energy polymer blocks, and was even commended. How awesome was that? Despite that, you guys are accusing him of plagiarism?]

[That’s right. This genius has contributed to society and I admire him. I don’t know what basis you guys are trying to discredit him on.]

[Brothers, although I also think that energy polymer blocks are beneficial to society, but… appearing out of nowhere? Do you really think that he is an expert among the common folk?]

[+1! I think it’s a publicity stunt. Am I the only one who thinks so? I’m waiting for the results online.]

[Everyone, where’s the evidence? Words are not proof.]

[…]

There were all kinds of ongoing discussions.

In the beginning, it was just some ordinary arguments.

Chen Ming flipped through the pages slowly, trying to trace the scent of a conspiracy.

His hard work paid off.

As Chen Ming continued to scroll down, a comment with an outrageous number of likes successfully attracted his attention.

[Everyone, please take a look. Here is the evidence ‘video’.]

After clicking on the video, a vigorous old man appeared on screen.

“The energy polymer blocks were plagiarized!”

“He plagiarized my work. I’m heartbroken!”

“I hope everyone can seek justice on my behalf!”

“Everyone, please help me! I’m just an old man who doesn’t know much about the world.”

In the video, the old man was speaking righteously.

Although his Chinese was a little awkward, one could sense his determination and perseverance to “uphold justice.”

When Chen Ming saw the video, he found it ridiculous.

Justice?

However, were it not for the fact that the energy polymer block had been created by the system, he would have been swayed by the old man’s words.

The comments below also gradually believed that Chen Ming had plagiarized the old man.

A bunch of people clamored to seek justice for this poor foreign friend.

“Tsk, tsk, they’re just hopping on the bandwagon.”

That foreigner did not even have any evidence, yet they were trying to pile accusations on him?

Chen Ming smiled.

While he was reading the comments, there was a knock on the door, followed by an anxious voice.

“Chen Ming, this is bad. Did you see the comments on the internet? They’re saying that your energy polymer blocks were plagiarized!”

“There are already quite a few netizens who believe it.”

“There’s bad news. Due to the negative comments on the internet, the sales of the energy polymer blocks have been affected!”

That fast?

Chen Ming narrowed his eyes.

It seemed that the other party had come prepared.