Chapter 71: Focus on Studies, Love Comes Second!

This time, Lin Guoqiang truly saw Su Lin in a new light. Simply by considering the facilities under development, Su Lin could predict the future direction of Zhongjiang City's growth.

Such foresight wasn't unheard of among businessmen with sharp instincts, but Su Lin was only eighteen, a senior high school student.

Moreover, his vision was more far-reaching than mere development plots; Su Lin chose the center of the development area, clearly a superior strategy.

Lin Guoqiang sighed lightly, Xiaowan said you have a strong sense of the big picture and a far-sighted vision. I thought she was exaggerating, but it turns out you really have some skills.

Su Lin felt exhilarated as if he had just taken a couple of sniffs of cocaine. Being praised by his future father-in-law felt fantastic.

Uncle~! Don't flatter me. Keep glaring at me instead. Otherwise, I can't figure out what you're up to, Su Lin joked.

Humph~! Don't think I don't know what you're thinking. You must be feeling quite smug, right?

Uh... A little bit, a little bit.

Lin Guoqiang patted Su Lin's shoulder and smiled, Still too young.

Su Lin: ...

Seeing such a kind smile, Su Lin became alert: This old guy is definitely scheming something. Hes trying to lower my guard, but unfortunately, I know his true nature!

Su Lin was not a naive young man. He quietly signaled to Teacher Wang Yi and then turned to Lin Guoqiang, Uncle~! I have matters to attend to at the company, so I can't chat with you today. Some other time, I'll visit you.

By the way, Xiaowan is the business manager of our company, so I'll take her with me.

Lin Guoqiang was left fuming again.

Su Lin's so-called visit was clear enough he intended to come next time as Lin Xiaowan's boyfriend. And mentioning taking Lin Xiaowan away in front of him was too much.

Humph~!! Before Lin Guoqiang could respond, Su Lin waved his hand and walked out of the classroom. His departure as a student didn't catch much attention from the parents, who continued listening to Teacher Wang Yi.

Lin Guoqiang felt he had been more frustrated today than in the entire past year. Su Lin had shown no regard for his status and spoke without any reservations.

However, Lin Guoqiang wasn't extremely angry. What truly troubled him was Su Lin taking Lin Xiaowan away and his failed attempt to corner Su Lin, who had left before he could do anything.

Su Lin, who had just left the classroom, was secretly thrilled. In the original story, Ye Feng was tormented by him multiple times, yet Lin Xiaowan never showed up. In contrast, Su Lin was far ahead.

Downstairs, Lin Xiaowan was indeed waiting. She approached Su Lin immediately upon seeing him. Su Lin, how did it go? My dad didnt give you a hard time, did he?

Su Lin held Lin Xiaowans hand, Your dad has agreed to our relationship.

What~! Thats impossible.

Hehe, his exact words were focus on studies. Since studies come first, love is obviously secondary. Besides, isnt there still room for improvement in our grades? Without room for improvement, what else to do but date? Su Lin said with a smile.

Did my dad really say that?

Hmm~! He definitely said that. He was trying to corner me, saying he had already arranged your future, that you would work in the government and hed introduce you to talented young men.

Lin Xiaowan asked curiously, Then what did you say?

Su Lin touched her hand and smiled, I got angry at that moment. Your father-in-law ignored you for eighteen years, and now hes interfering at a critical stage of your life. I told him he had no right. If he didnt care for eighteen years, whats the point now?

Your childhood and youth were neglected by him. Now, its a bit too much to meddle.

Xiaowan, I can tell you dont like politics. You wouldnt be happy in a government office. You like the challenge and triumph in business. If you went to the government, youd never be happy.

Lin Xiaowan, holding Su Lins arm, felt her eyes moisten, Su Lin~! Thank you.

Su Lin, feeling the astonishing touch on his arm, thought, If Id known she liked this approach, Id have used it sooner.

Cough cough!!!

But theres no need for games now. Xiaowan already has feelings for me.

Why thank me? Youre going to be my girlfriend. Its my duty to share your burdens.

This time, Lin Xiaowan didnt protest about not being his girlfriend yet, but rather walked with Su Lin out of the school.

Su Lin, you didnt anger my dad, did you?

Su Lin sighed, Its impossible not to have angered him a bit, but hes probably more guilty now. Thinking about it, I might have gone too far in cornering him, but for you, its worth it.

Hehe~! Arent you afraid my dad will make things difficult for you later? Lin Xiaowan blurted out. After saying it, she realized her words were a bit off and immediately shut her mouth.

Unfortunately, Su Lin caught the key point, patting Lin Xiaowans hand, Xiaowan, with your words, Im much more at ease.

As for whether your dad will make life difficult for me, I dont know, but we need a future first. If I cant get past today, I dont think there will be a future.

Lin Xiaowan fell silent. If Su Lin had backed down today, Lin Guoqiang would have completely written him off. Even if their feelings were strong, facing Lin Guoqiang at home in the future would be impossible.

Lets go to the supermarket. Xiaoyu is already working there; we cant be lazy.

Lin Xiaowan admired, Xiaoyu really treats the supermarket as her second home, staying there whenever she can.

Su Lin nodded, She feels she owes me a lot and wants to repay me, but I dont care about that kind of repayment. Ive advised her many times without success. Shes becoming a strong woman.

For her, its not just her effort but also yours, so shell give it her all.

Hmm~! Let her be. Only by feeling valuable can she be happy. Xiaoyu is such a person. And you, what kind of person are you?

Su Lin paused, then said, Im just a common man.

Eh~! Su Lin, youre underrating yourself.

Hehe, Xiaowan, although I have many merits, Im essentially a common man. I like money, showing off, and beautiful women. Su Lin said, looking at Lin Xiaowan.

Lin Xiaowan blushed under Su Lins intense gaze, Su Su Lin, were at school, lets go to the supermarket first.

Seeing Lin Xiaowan s shy reaction, Su Lin chuckled inwardly. This side of Lin Xiaowan was another kind of beauty, utterly enchanting.

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