CHAPTER 1055: CHAPTER 1052: THE BAI FAMILY’S COUNTERATTACK

Listening to Miss’s words, which seemed to carry some jealousy, Lin Tian was a bit taken aback. Could it be that Miss likes me? No way, I’ve spanked her and kissed her before, but never saw the little girl give in — hardly the behavior of someone in love. Lin Tian shook his head, dismissing the absurd thought that had sprung up.

"Could those beauties be more attractive than the two Xiao sisters? How come Brother Lin hasn’t made a move on the Xiao sisters?" Sister Yu suddenly dropped a bombshell, making the Xiao sisters blush furiously.

Wow, Sister Yu is really blunt. Lin Tian could only laugh awkwardly: "Miss and Second Miss are at the Goddess level; ordinary women can’t compare."

These words earned a sideways glance from Xiao Manxuan and Miss, whose feelings were indeterminate — either pleased or blaming.

"Everyone, the test has concluded. Let’s return to Ziwei Hall for further discussion," Yun Hongxi said loudly, interrupting the discussions, including the enthusiastic matchmaking by Sister Yu.

Lin Tian turned and walked toward Ziwei Hall, suddenly feeling several gazes fixed on him. Turning back, he saw Shen Yuankui’s group looking displeased, while the Bai father and son added a worried touch to their grim expressions. Miss becoming the president wouldn’t be good news for the Bai Family.

Regarding this group, Lin Tian couldn’t be bothered to say anything more. Today’s grudge couldn’t be reconciled with mere words, especially with the Zhao Family, who specialize in Healing Medicine, and the Bai Family, focusing on jade and gems.

These two families, impacted by the Xiao Family, wished to quickly eliminate the Xiao Family.

"Lin Tian, you need to be wary of the Zhao Family; they’re ruthless in their actions and may cause trouble in the future," Miss also noticed the situation behind and reminded him.

Xiao Manxuan snorted and said a classic line: "We’re not afraid of them. We’ll wipe out one if they come, wipe out both if two come."

"Second Miss is right. We’ll welcome honest cooperation, but if mischief is intended, we’re not against eliminating the culprits. Once today’s gathering ends, I will give Miss another prescription. Our pharmaceutical efforts will be twofold; I don’t believe we can’t take down the Zhao Family. Hmph, of all the people, they dare provoke me." Lin Tian sneered.

Miss’s eyes lit up in surprise: "I thought you were joking; do you really have another prescription?"

"You’ll find out then." Lin Tian chuckled mysteriously, without immediately revealing.

The Xiao sisters were furious, gesturing at Lin Tian’s back as if they wished to go up and beat him.

The group returned to Ziwei Hall, each taking their seats. The atmosphere became subtle, with everyone observing between the Xiao sisters and the three elders of Shen Yuankui’s group, seemingly trying to discern something, but seeing nothing except their iron-blue faces.

However, they all realized that this time, the alliance led by the Shen Family, Qian Family, and Zhao Family was likely to lose to the humble Xiao Family.

Upon further consideration, families like the Ning Family and the Yun Family, who hadn’t expressed much, seemed inadvertently supportive of the Xiao Family. With this thought, they understood a new configuration for Yunhua Commerce was forming, with the not-so-well-known Xiao Family at its center.

"Brother Shen, Brother Qian, Brother Zhao, all three tests are complete, and the Xiao Family passed all. Do you have any objections regarding Xiao Manxue taking over as new president?" Mr. Yun straightaway questioned, leaving no room for excuses.

The trio’s faces contorted, facing speechlessness. Qian Jin felt even more unwilling, having schemed meticulously to ally various families and win favor with the Yun and Ning Families, yet ultimately losing to the insignificant Xiao Family — a result he never anticipated.

"Lin Tian, during the third test, I saw you say something to Miss Xiao. You must have cheated; otherwise, how could you coincidentally avoid the trap?" Qian Xiang shouted loudly, clearly unwilling to let the Qian Family lose the presidency.

"Cheat?" Lin Tian glanced at him coldly: "Qian Xiang, before the third test, I’ve been in Ziwei Hall with Mr. Yun, and Mr. Ning can testify. Everyone present can verify; you tell me, how did I cheat?"

"I..." Qian Xiang was momentarily speechless, having kept a close watch on Lin Tian, indeed seeing him never leave Ziwei Hall, unable to explain.

Lin Tian snorted coldly, loudly saying: "But it’s your Qian Family, calculated exhaustively, plotting with the Zhao and Shen Families against the Xiao Family. As soon as Miss assumes the presidency, your elder promptly appears to oppose — truly scheming, plus the three tests with pre-prepared props; you planned everything in advance, right? If Qian Jin wasn’t elected president, you’d use assessments as difficulties."

"Now Miss has passed the tests, yet you oppose angrily? Unwilling? Hmph, you proposed the tests. Losing and wanting to renege — your Qian Family is truly a sight to behold." Lin Tian coldly mocked.

The merchants in the hall weren’t foolish; Lin Tian’s points made them understand, although actually unnecessary, they’d already sensed the trickery.

"Mr. Qian, with Mr. Ning and I overseeing, every detail was clear. Do you wish to renege?" Yun Hongxi looked at Qian Xiang sternly.

Qian Xiang, a junior, couldn’t withstand Yun Hongxi’s imposing manner, immediately subdued, not daring to speak again.

Being openly criticized by Yun Hongxi, Qian Wanguan’s face turned steely, yet he found no ground for counterarguments. If Yun Hongxi was absent, he might attempt a comeback, but with a recovered Yun Hongxi present, he knew nothing could be done.

Qian Wanguan expressionlessly said: "Since we set the tests, we’ll follow the rules. Since Miss Xiao passed, she assumes the presidency, and we offer no further objections!"

These words made the Shen and Zhao Families bow their heads, yet only they knew what plans brewed within.

"Any other opinions on Xiao Manxue assuming the new presidency?" Mr. Yun scanned around firmly.

"Anyway, I have no objections. Whether the last three tests are present or not, I’d support Sister Xiao as president," Sister Yu first expressed, having long been won over by Miss, directly and clearly supporting her as president.

Female merchants expressed first, soon followed by male merchants, even those initially siding with the Qian Family now supported Xiao Manxue. Whether attempting goodwill or otherwise, they angered Qian, Zhao, and others greatly.

Yun Hongxi nodded to Yun Haoyu, who understood and announced loudly: "Since it’s settled, I formally declare Xiao Manxue of the Xiao Family elected as Yunhua Commerce’s president..."

"Hold on, I have something to say." Bai Yuanhao suddenly stood up, breaking his silence.