Chapter 129: Too Many Absurdities to Even Comment

Qin Fang looked at Su Liang with a pitiful expression, "Brother Liang, don't you believe me?"

That reproachful, teary-eyed gaze made Su Liang look away, yet his favorable impression of her did not return.

Liu Pandi continued reading the letter aloud. When they heard Qin Zonghan graciously offering to allow Xu Lin to return to the Qin family as an adopted daughter, the group of educated youths erupted in an uproar. Their eyes turned toward Xu Lin, filled with sympathy; they truly could not imagine how Xu Lin’s own elder brother could have the face to write such a letter.

Honestly, was the Qin family of such high standing? Did they have a throne to inherit? That didn't make sense; even if there were a throne, it would be passed to a son, so what exactly would Xu Lin gain by returning?

"Linlin, you are right to cut ties with them. You are better off without such family; you can live a better life without them," Qian Li said through gritted teeth, her eyes practically shooting fire as she looked at Qin Fang.

Just then, Qin Fang heard the system notification. The system warned her that the favorability rating of her target, Qian Li, had dropped by another two points. Qian Li’s favorability was now at -7. Once a favorability rating dropped into the negative, every point lost would shave off a portion of her fortune, which would have a significant impact on Qin Fang.

"Host, I suggest you repair your relationship with Qian Li as soon as possible and increase her favorability, otherwise your charm stat will continue to decline."

Qin Fang was furious, but before she could respond, the system’s warnings rang out again: "Warning, warning: Target Huang Zishu favorability -1. Warning, warning: Target Lin Zihao favorability -2. Warning, warning: Target Han Hong favorability -5. Warning, warning: Target Wu Siyu favorability -3."

Four warnings in a row left Qin Fang stunned. Why was everyone’s favorability dropping? At this moment, she had to be grateful that the system had only issued攻略 tasks for these few people; if it had been everyone, she would be finished tonight! Thinking of the consequences, Qin Fang trembled even more violently.

Su Liang looked up at Qin Fang, wanting to say he believed her, but upon looking, he was dumbfounded. Why did Qin Fang seem like a different person in such a short time? Where were the sparkling qualities that used to attract him? How to put it—it was as if Qin Fang had suddenly transformed from a radiant superstar into a mere village girl. She was still pretty, but the feeling that made his heart race was gone. How could this be?

Confusion clouded Su Liang’s face as he stared blankly at Qin Fang, as if seeing her for the first time. The system's warnings rang out again, finally jarring Qin Fang from her trembling. She knew she was about to face several punishments. The punishment itself wasn't the most terrifying part; what was truly frightening was that her appearance would also begin to change.

No, she couldn't let Su Liang see what she looked like now; his favorability could not drop any further. Qin Fang quickly covered her face, too distracted to continue bickering with Xu Lin, and turned to run away. She had to find a way to restore her appearance and charm; she had to remain the dazzling little princess of the Qin family.

Xu Lin watched Qin Fang retreat to her room, a faint, mocking curve touching her lips. Now that this woman’s beauty had failed her, how would she recover? Xu Lin reflected on her own system—if it were her system, what would it make her do in this situation? Would it be to continue completing tasks to earn points, or to take a shortcut?

Curious about how Qin Fang and her system would respond, Xu Lin said after Liu Pandi finished reading the letter, "I choose Liu Pandi as the team leader." She took the letter from Liu Pandi and accepted her thanks. She didn't care much about who became the leader; Liu Pandi helping her read the letter was a favor, so she considered it a repayment.

"Then I choose Liu Pandi, too," Qian Li quickly added, indifferent to the outcome. However, Du Yong was definitely out—the guy was a scoundrel. Su Liang was no better, and Wu Qi was just a bookworm lacking decisive leadership. Zhou Chen was calculating, and she didn't like that either. Between Chen Zhaodi and Liu Pandi, she was closer to Liu Pandi. If she asked for minor favors, Liu Pandi didn't demand compensation, unlike Chen Zhaodi, who would count every favor and remind you of it. Qian Li disliked that petty nature. Sigh, choosing back and forth, Liu Pandi seemed the best option.

Seeing that both Xu Lin and Qian Li had voted for Liu Pandi, Du Yong gritted his teeth in hatred. He felt Xu Lin was doing this on purpose. She must have seen that he was close with Qin Fang and was deliberately blocking him from the position. That detestable, damn woman! Why drag him into their grudge? He was innocent!

To prevent everyone from continuing to vote for Liu Pandi, Du Yong stepped forward to disrupt the voting rhythm. "Educated Youth Xu, Educated Youth Qian, for the sake of fairness, I hope we can hold a secret ballot to elect the leader." Du Yong looked around and finally fixed his gaze on Zhou Chen. "What do you think?"

Those not running for the position naturally felt anything was fine, but Zhou Chen was different; he was a candidate. Naturally, he didn't want everyone to follow the trend and vote for Liu Pandi, so he immediately replied, "I think that’s fine. Let’s hold a secret ballot."

Wu Qi and Chen Zhaodi chimed in. Only Liu Pandi was unhappy; she wasn't stupid and knew that continuing the open vote was to her advantage. Unfortunately, she was one against four; she couldn't win and had to swallow her pride.

Xu Lin felt disdain for their petty power struggles. She thought, once the college entrance exams are restored, what difference does being a team leader make? As long as one gets good grades, one can attend a good university. Focusing on study is the best strategy. However, since no one objected, Xu Lin suppressed her curiosity and took the small piece of paper Zhou Chen handed her to write down a name.

Just as she was about to finish writing, Du Yong suddenly said, "I suggest we elect one male and one female leader to manage the male and female youths separately. What do you think?"

Xu Lin’s hand paused, and she lowered her head to smile silently. This Du Yong was really desperate to be a leader. He didn't actually think that by electing a male and a female leader, it would end up being him, did he?

Liu Pandi didn't object, nor did anyone else. Zhou Chen, quick to react, jumped in to support it, even spewing nonsense about how it was inconvenient for male youths to manage female youths. They had been doing it for years, so it was absurd.

Han Hong leaned over to Xu Lin and whispered, "Which male youth do you want to vote for?"

"I'm not familiar with the male youths. Do you have a suggestion?" Xu Lin asked back, and Qian Li leaned in to listen.

"I think Wu Qi is decent. He doesn't have that many schemes; even if he is a little calculating, it’s not a big deal."

Xu Lin looked at Wu Qi’s features; he didn't look like a treacherous or malicious person, just a normal man. Compared to Du Yong and Zhou Chen, he was indeed acceptable. Even if he lacked grand leadership, he was still better than the man with eight hundred schemes, Zhou Chen.