Chapter 323: Combining Work and Rest
Although Guo Rong wasn't going, Feng Jiabao had no plans to give up on the event.
"Lin Tian, have a word with your wife. Once the beauties from your wife's dorm room show up, I refuse to believe that Guo Rong won't be tempted."
Lin Tian found an opportunity to attend class with Bu Mengting.
The management of university classrooms tends to be loose, and sometimes teachers don't even bother to check if all the students are present.
It's common for some students to skip classes, and most of them aren't there for the education, their intentions not as pure as Lin Tian's.
"Why aren't you attending your own classes, Lin Tian? You're not trying to distract me from studying, are you?"
Bu Mengting was originally seated with Huahua, but when Lin Tian arrived, Huahua moved to the side.
This quiet girl seemed to have some reservations about Lin Tian.
"No, it's just that I have something to discuss with you."
"What is it? Spit it out."
Bu Mengting shifted her seat slightly to the side. Despite usually being lively, she was much more reserved in the classroom, surrounded by her classmates.
Lin Tian didn't care about these matters; his reason for coming to see Bu Mengting was half to talk about the weekend plans and half to assert his claim.
Bu Mengting is mine; you all might as well give up.
"So here's the thing—our dorm boss, Feng Jiabao, you know him, right?"
"Of course, he even came to cheer for me at the last swimming competition."
Bu Mengting had a lasting impression of Feng Jiabao, who had even made a bet with one of the sisters from Bu Mengting's dorm and lost.
"Our boss feels that studying has been pretty dull lately. Balance between work and play is necessary, so, this weekend, our boss has decided to organize a cycling tour around Wu'an. Mengting, my little wife, gather all the girls from your dorm. Let's all go together."
"Cycling tour around Wu'an? You guys really come up with some wild ideas, but I actually haven't ridden a bicycle in a long time. No, I don't want to ride a bike. I'll sit in your car like we used to."
The past? Lin Tian thought back to the times in high school when he used to take Bu Mengting to and from school.
"Fine, just don't forget to mention it to your roommates."
"I can tell them, but I can't guarantee they will all come back."
Bu Mengting knew one of her sisters had a disagreement with Feng Jiabao, but Lin Tian didn't mind.
"Just spread the word. If they want to come, great; if not, no pressure. The important thing is everyone enjoys themselves."
Lin Tian was somewhat aware of the situation and didn't press the matter.
"Alright, I got it. You're done, right? Leave as soon as you're finished talking."
"Leave? Come on, the teacher already entered the classroom. If I leave now, wouldn't that be disrespectful?"
Lin Tian pointed at the lectern, where indeed a bespectacled teacher had already started the lecture.
With no choice, Bu Mengting solemnly warned Lin Tian.
"Be good during class, no funny business."
Unfortunately, Bu Mengting's words were to no effect, as Lin Tian was far from well-behaved.
He troubled Bu Mengting so much during the lesson, she practically heard none of what the teacher said.
After settling things with Bu Mengting, Lin Tian went to report back to Feng Jiabao.
"Boss, I've taken care of things with my wife. Did you sort out the bicycles?"
"Sorting out the bicycles is easy. The problem now is that the dorm's spirit is scattered."
Feng Jiabao looked annoyed, and Lin Tian thought something serious had happened.
"What's the situation?"
"That guy Guo Rong says he won't go no matter what, and Lin Tao told me he's not coming either."
With only four people in the dorm, Guo Rong not going, and Lin Tao also not going, it was no wonder Feng Jiabao was talking about a lack of unity.
"My wife also said that not everyone from her dorm might be able to come."
"We'll take whoever we can get. Her dorm is full of beauties, but that can be a good or a bad thing—some beauties are better off not coming."
It seemed Feng Jiabao also remembered the last incident, so Lin Tian didn't comment further.
"Well, let's just go with whoever can make it."
After finalizing plans with Feng Jiabao, Lin Tian went to seek out Shen Mengyi to see if she would join them.
After calling Shen Mengyi, he found out she was in the library.
Ever since she resigned as the president of the Broadcasting Club, Shen Mengyi went through a period of demotivation, but now she seemed to follow a routine similar to Guo Rong's—classes, after-class reading, and returning to the dorm.
Her life had become extremely regular.
When Lin Tian rushed to the library, he was reminded of the peaceful reading atmosphere it offered.
Of course, some were not so studious, holding a book while admiring the beauties instead. Lin Tian had done this before and was, in fact, on his way to do it again.
When he found Shen Mengyi, she was engrossed in reading "How the Steel Was Tempered."
Lin Tian had read the book when he was younger, but honestly, he didn't get into it. It started from Pavel's childhood and was as bland as an account book.
Lin Tian didn't last more than a few days before he ditched it for "Outlaws of the Marsh" and "Romance of the Three Kingdoms" Continue reading on My Virtual Library Empire
Upon comparison, Lin Tian found that the four great Chinese classics were much more enjoyable, especially "Outlaws of the Marsh," which was exciting from the very beginning and drew the reader in.
Shen Mengyi was wearing a white knit sweater today, very loose, yet it still managed to accentuate her exquisite figure.
Paired with it, a pair of blue jeans—simple but not plain. The legs of the jeans were tight, long, and straight.
Lin Tian randomly pulled a book from the shelf and plonked himself down opposite Shen Mengyi.
Mengyi was completely engrossed in her book. Lin Tian intended to call out to her, but remembering they were in the library, he thought better of it and decided to follow the rules.
Without making any noise, he casually flipped open his book and propped up his hands, staring appreciatively at Shen Mengyi.
Mengyi's bangs were in the trendy straight-across style, entirely obscuring her forehead and making her large eyes especially striking.
Her face was the epitome of the classic melon seed shape, and Lin Tian continued to glance over, catching sight of Mengyi's fair neck.
At that moment, as if sensing his gaze, Mengyi lifted her head and saw Lin Tian.
She looked like she was about to speak, then remembering they were in the library, she quickly covered her mouth with her hand.
Then she smiled at Lin Tian, grabbed a piece of paper, and after scribbling a few words, handed it to him.
Another note. Taking it from her, Lin Tian observed that Shen Mengyi's handwriting was delicate and neat, fitting the standard for a girl's.
"Did you come especially to find me?"
"Yeah. I specifically came to see the beautiful Shen."
The two of them started to communicate using notes.
Lin Tian wrote about the cycling activity this weekend, but Shen Mengyi thought it over and didn't agree.
Clearly, the last outdoor event had left a bad memory for Mengyi, and it seemed she hadn't quite come out from its shadow yet.
Lin Tian didn't press the issue and after sitting with Mengyi for a while, left.
In the evening, Bu Mengting took the initiative to call Lin Tian, and they arranged to meet up for a walk.
"Mengting, have you talked to your dorm mates about the weekend plans?"
"I did, but only Guo'er and I will be going back."
"Just the two of you?"
Lin Tian thought it was a coincidence as only two people, including him, were available in his dorm. Two boys and two girls seemed just right.
"What? You think that's too few?"
"No, there are also two of us in our dorm. Just me and our boss, Feng Jiabao. Who's from your dorm?"
"Guo'er."
Guo'er, Lin Tian had a solid impression of her. She was a bit taller than Bu Mengting. But her figure and appearance were top-notch, the most distinctive thing about Guo'er was her tranquil demeanor.
"Is she the quiet girl who's often with you?"
"Yeah, the one who was sitting next to me this morning, but then you came and scared her away."
Mengting mentioned this in passing, her lips curling into a slight smirk as if she found it amusing.
"What's that about? What do you mean 'scared her away'? As a suave guy like me, there's no way I would scare off girls."
"How could you not? Let me tell you, in Guo'er's mind, you're a playboy, a wastrel scoundrel."
Lin Tian was suddenly bewildered. He hadn't had much interaction with Guo'er, so why did she have such an image of him?
"Mengting, my dear, you better stay away from that girl in the future. She's got issues with her character."
"What are you talking about? Guo'er is kind-hearted and a really good person."
"Really good? How many times have I met her? And she slanders me like this?"
Lin Tian argued indignantly. He had met Guo'er just a few times and couldn't understand why she would perceive him as a wastrel scoundrel.
"Guo'er saw you flirting with Shen Mengyi last time. I think Guo'er's right, you are a playboy, a wastrel scoundrel who can't walk straight when he sees a beauty."
"Mengting, my dear, I can't control what others say, but if you keep talking nonsense, I'll have to sort you out."
"And how will you do that?"
Bu Mengting gave Lin Tian a dismissive glance, but he suddenly moved in close and lifted her into his arms.
"Ah, what are you doing? Put me down!"
"Nope, today I'm going to teach you a lesson."
After struggling for a bit without success, Bu Mengting let Lin Tian carry her into the hotel.
With the weekend approaching, Lin Tian and Feng Jiabao touched base.
Guo Rong was indeed very resolute, refusing to join at all. As for Lin Tao, well, he gave up the entire forest for one big tree.
"Lin Tian, how many people are coming from your girlfriend's side? I've sorted out the cycling thing today."
Feng Jiabao didn't let the small number of participants discourage him from continuing with the event.
"Two, just like us."
"Two? Who's the other person?"
"Guo'er."
"Great, that's really good. I remember now, that's the quiet beauty, right? Tsk tsk, it's good that there are fewer people; it makes my target clear."
Seeing Feng Jiabao so eager, it seemed he was preparing to pursue Guo'er.
"That quiet beauty is quite a smart cookie," Lin Tian kindly reminded him, but Feng Jiabao dismissed the concern.
"How would I know if I don't try?"