CHAPTER 1026: CHAPTER 1023: LOVE CAN CHANGE PEOPLE

"Why else? Before coming here, our old master instructed me not to run for the presidency. This decision aligns perfectly with my intentions, so I have no interest in the position." Ning Weirong explained.

The decision by the Ning family’s old master seemed a bit strange, but Lin Tian quickly understood. The Ning family has always been low-profile, and not vying for the commerce association’s presidency fits their style.

"Uh, dear family heads, I’m not a member of the Yunhua Commerce, so let’s forget about the presidency. I’ll just take it as the two family heads joking with me." Lin Tian feigned ignorance as he declined.

"Joking? I would never joke about a presidential position. Lin Tian, you really should consider it. Becoming a member of the Commerce is easy to resolve; the current president is right beside you, and joining is quite simple." Ning Weirong said seriously.

Lin Tian turned his head to look at Yun Haoyu, who nodded affirmatively, implicitly agreeing with Ning Weirong’s words.

"Uncle Ning, Uncle Yun, you might not understand me very well. I’m used to being lazy; if I become president, I’ll definitely lead people astray. You wouldn’t want me to bring such lazy habits to the Commerce, right?" Lin Tian said frankly.

Being so candid about his shortcomings, even Miss was speechless. While others racked their brains for the presidency, this idiot had a ready opportunity and actually refused.

"Alright, if you don’t want to, I won’t force you. Let’s see later." Yun Haoyu nodded, unexpectedly not insisting. But why did Lin Tian feel like there was some kind of plot?

While they were talking, a few more people entered through the door. Shen Liyan and Qian Jin stood up to welcome them. Lin Tian took a closer look and saw Li Wenrong among them.

No wonder Li Wenrong had been frequenting Jinghua City recently; it turned out to be for this semi-annual meeting of the Yunhua Commerce. Lin Tian finally understood. Not only did this guy go to the Yun family to probe Mr. Yun’s illness, but he also came to the Commerce to investigate the presidential election.

Lin Tian had heard that the Li family would send someone, but didn’t expect it to be Li Wenrong. Now that someone from the Li family was here, the Ou family should be, too, right? Could it be Ou Qinglan?

Lin Tian had a strong impression of Ou Qinglan, a woman of beauty, noble birth, and more importantly, outstanding ability, recognized by the older generation. Her ambition was to surpass the Li family, and her fame in the business world was greater than Miss’s. Such a woman, combining beauty with wisdom, was daunting for any man to approach—a true strongwoman among strongwomen.

Moreover, Lin Tian had an embarrassing encounter with her; the first time they met was in an elevator at a hotel in Zhonghai City, and he accidentally touched her thigh. Surprisingly, they didn’t become enemies but rather partners.

Connections between people are so mysterious. Some become enemies at first sight without any conflict; others, after conflict, become friends. It’s really two kinds of fate—good and bad.

As Lin Tian searched among the newcomers, he indeed saw a beautiful figure, but when he saw the woman’s face, he spat out a mouthful of tea.

His reaction drew the attention of the Yun and Ning families, along with Miss and Xiao Manxuan, making it quite awkward. Luckily, Lin Tian was thick-skinned and nonchalantly explained, "Uh, the tea was a bit hot."

"Lin Tian, you’re really inexplicable." Miss commented curiously; the tea had been sitting out for a while and was already cold.

Lin Tian chuckled without saying a word, thinking to himself that he also found it inexplicable. What he had just seen was not Ou Qinglan but Ou Mengmeng, that spirited and bold Female Knight.

With hobbies like a man’s, she loved collecting race cars, modifying cars, and, even more, racing with great passion. A bold and aggressive woman, even in intimate moments, liked to be a Female Knight. Of course, Lin Tian only guessed this from Zhou Botong’s words, never having seen it with his own eyes.

But now, such a bold and fiery woman was actually wearing a beautiful and elegant dress, with a serious expression, attending the Yunhua Commerce’s semi-annual meeting. Lin Tian’s eyes almost fell out.

When did Ou Mengmeng ever wear such a formal dress? She rarely even wore skirts, always in hot pants, with her long legs exposed. At most, she wore short skirts.

Now looking so beautiful, gentle, and elegant, does Zhou Botong know? Lin Tian really couldn’t understand this Female Knight.

Ou Mengmeng scanned the room, her eyes meeting Lin Tian’s. First surprised, then delighted, she spoke softly to the person beside her and walked toward Lin Tian’s position.

"Hello Uncle Yun, hello Aunt Wang, hello Uncle Ning, hello Sister Xiao, and Sister Xiao..." Ou Mengmeng greeted everyone as she approached, behaving just like an obedient girl, then sat down beside them.

Lin Tian stared at her, dumbfounded, and said, "Ou Mengmeng, did something shock you? Did you have a fight with Zhou Botong?"

Ou Mengmeng glared at Lin Tian and snorted, "Hmph, Lin Tian, can’t you say something nice? Zhou Botong and I are doing just fine, why say that."

"Hehe, good to hear you’re not fighting; I just thought you’d been jolted because you seem different from before." Lin Tian chuckled.

"Lin Tian, why would you talk about Sister Ou like that? Isn’t it nice how she is now?" Xiao Manxuan defended Ou Mengmeng.

Unexpectedly, Ou Mengmeng suddenly said, "Do you think I wanted to be like this? It’s all because Miss Ou wants me to be like this; otherwise, I wouldn’t come to this boring place. It’s so awkward."

It took less than five sentences for Ou Mengmeng’s true nature to be unveiled, even calling Ziwei Garden a ’boring place.’ Yet, Lin Tian was actually relieved to hear her talk like that. This was the real Ou Mengmeng, not suffering from a personality split. Otherwise, Zhou Botong would have been heartbroken.

But Lin Tian was still curious and asked, "Ou Mengmeng, at this time, you should be out having fun with Zhou Botong. Why would you want to come here? Didn’t Ou Qinglan used to leave you alone?"

"I had no choice; Miss Ou persuaded me. She said that if I wanted to talk marriage with Zhou Botong, it would be difficult, and the family would definitely oppose it. To be together, there was only one way: to grow up, play less, and become someone like Miss Ou. Then the family wouldn’t meddle in who you’re dating."

"For my future with Zhou Botong, I have to follow Miss Ou’s advice. I know she’s doing it for our own good." Ou Mengmeng said with some distress, but with hope too.

Ou Qinglan was absolutely right. The young members of the family couldn’t decide their own marriages because they weren’t strong enough. If they were like Ou Qinglan, already able to stand equally with the older generation, who would have the right to question her? The Ou family still relied on her to grow stronger.

Hearing this, Lin Tian couldn’t help but see her in a new light. A girl so playful making changes for love; she truly loved Zhou Botong, or she wouldn’t do things she didn’t like.