The Feng City Government’s announcement was released as scheduled, instantly sparking a heated debate online.

The announcement began with a sincere apology to the public, acknowledging the harm caused to consumers by the sanitary napkin quality incident. It promised to strictly pursue accountability and severely punish the involved companies and individuals according to the law, showing zero tolerance.

The wording in this section was exceptionally humble and self-reproachful, clearly intended to quell public anger.

However, the latter half of the announcement took an unexpected turn.

After expressing its determination to learn from the painful experience and conduct a thorough investigation and overhaul, the tone shifted, turning its focus to the future.

The announcement prominently mentioned that while the Feng City Government was actively responding to the crisis, it also encouraged local businesses to pursue technological innovation and give back to society through practical actions.

The focus then shifted to Ding’s Pharmaceutical Factory, stating that under the guidance of Dr. Li Xu, it had successfully developed a completely new type of sanitary napkin.

The product was developed according to the rigorous standards of a pharmaceutical company, using purely natural ingredients. It boasted excellent absorbency and breathability, eliminated odor, and was remarkably effective at alleviating menstrual pain. The announcement guaranteed it was completely hygienic and safe and would be a new way of giving back to the community.

Because Xixi Paper Products Company was at the eye of the storm in this sanitary napkin incident, every move by the Feng City Government received heightened attention.

As soon as the announcement was issued, it immediately sparked fierce debate across major social media platforms.

Some believed the Feng City Government had acted swiftly and that its leadership was responsible. They weren’t just pursuing accountability but were also encouraging local innovation, demonstrating strong crisis management skills.

"The Feng City Government did a good job this time. At least they’re way better than those brands playing dead. They had the guts to admit their mistake and even offered a solution."

"A government that takes responsibility and encourages innovation? That deserves a thumbs-up!"

However, a significant number of people remained skeptical, feeling the announcement lacked sincerity.

"An apology is one thing, but why are they slipping in an ad? That’s a pretty slick move."

"What’s this ’giving back to society’ nonsense? Isn’t it just about making money? Is the government doing marketing now?"

"Doesn’t Ding’s Pharmaceutical make traditional Chinese medicine? Why are they suddenly making sanitary napkins? They’re really straying from their field. That’s a huge leap."

"A pharmaceutical factory making sanitary napkins? Sounds sketchy. What’s their expertise in this? Are they just trying to ride the hype?"

These doubts quickly struck a chord with many people.

The question of a pharmaceutical factory producing sanitary napkins, in particular, became the focal point of the debate.

Just as public opinion was wavering, someone suddenly dropped a bombshell in the comments: "Have you guys not heard? Ji Youyou is recommending the sanitary napkins from Ding’s Pharmaceutical Factory!"

Immediately, a link to a Weibo post started spreading like wildfire.

It was Ji Youyou’s most recent post.

She wrote in a cheerful tone:

"I’ve been so stressed out about this whole sanitary napkin mess lately, I feel like I can’t trust any brand anymore [facepalm]. But, ladies, I’ve discovered a real hidden gem!

A big thank you to President Ding for sending over some Ding’s Sanitary Napkins. I tried them and was absolutely blown away [shocked emoji].

They’re so soft and comfortable you can barely feel them, but the most important thing is—oh my god—there was absolutely no odor afterward.

And get this, I usually have bad cramps for the first two days of my period, but this time, I felt no pain at all! [surprised emoji]

Is this some kind of divine sanitary napkin?

I highly recommend it to all you ladies who are struggling right now. They’re seriously safe and work so well.

I hear they’re going to be available everywhere soon, so you should all go give them a try.

#DingsHemostaticClothSanitaryNapkin #JiYouyouRecommends #SayNoToUnethicalProducts"

Once Ji Youyou’s Weibo post went live, it immediately sent her fanbase into a frenzy.

As one of the hottest stars right now, Ji Youyou’s influence was immense.

Her fans had always placed unwavering faith in their idol’s recommendations.

"AHHH! If Youyou recommends it, it has to be good!"

"This is great! I was just stressing about which sanitary napkins to use. Ji Youyou’s recommendation is a lifesaver!"

"Made by a pharmaceutical company? That already sounds way more reliable than those shady workshops. Plus, Youyou said they’re great, so I have to give them a try."

"It might be a new product, but Ji Youyou tried it herself and said it helps with cramps. That’s a seriously impressive feature."

Ji Youyou’s endorsement was like a shot in the arm. It quickly dispelled some of the public’s skepticism about a pharmaceutical factory making sanitary napkins and lent more credibility to the Feng City Government’s announcement.

At that very moment, Ding’s Pharmaceutical Factory officially announced that its "Ding’s Sanitary Napkin" was now available for purchase in all major department stores and supermarkets.

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Shen Qian was a typical office worker. She lived a fast-paced life, had high standards for her quality of life, and happened to be a devoted fan of Ji Youyou.

One day, Shen Qian got her period.

She sat in her office, a dull ache in her lower abdomen putting her in a foul mood.

The recent sanitary napkin scandal had left her shaken. She’d thrown out all the big-name brands she had at home and now had no idea what to use.

She had even considered buying some old-fashioned cloth pads just to get by.

During her lunch break, Shen Qian was habitually scrolling through Weibo when she came across Ji Youyou’s post recommending Ding’s Sanitary Napkin.

She read Ji Youyou’s description carefully. Two points in particular caught her attention: "absolutely no odor" and "no pain at all."

As someone who had long suffered from painful periods, Shen Qian was naturally drawn to any product that promised relief.

After work, Shen Qian headed to a nearby supermarket, a glimmer of hope in her heart.

She searched the aisles and soon spotted a dedicated display for "Ding’s Sanitary Napkin" in a prominent spot.

The packaging was simple and elegant. Instead of flashy slogans, it projected a sense of professionalism and rigor unique to a pharmaceutical company.

Shen Qian hesitated for a moment, but ultimately, swayed by Ji Youyou’s recommendation, she decided to give them a try and bought a pack of the ultra-thin day-use pads.

Back home, after taking a shower, Shen Qian eagerly opened the package of Ding’s Sanitary Napkin.

She found that the pad was incredibly soft to the touch—softer and more comfortable than any brand she had ever used before.

A faint, clean herbal scent made her feel relaxed. It fit so well it was as if she wasn’t wearing one at all.

The next morning, Shen Qian woke up feeling unprecedentedly light and refreshed.

She hurried to the bathroom to change the pad.

When she caught the familiar, clean herbal scent instead of the metallic smell of blood, she was utterly stunned.

What’s more, her lower abdomen didn’t hurt in the slightest.

"This... this is a miracle."

Shen Qian could hardly believe what she was experiencing.

Every time she’d gotten her period before, she would be in agony for the first two days, needing painkillers just to get through a workday.

But this time, she felt no pain whatsoever, and her energy levels were great.

Shen Qian was overjoyed.

She immediately pulled out her phone, logged into her social media account, and wrote a heartfelt post about her experience.