RT Chapter 166
by VolareChapter 166 A Bold Idea
Wu Xun had a disagreement with Lin Zhengyang over Shao Chengxi’s matter.
Lin Zhengyang disagreed with exposing that Shao Chengxi and Shu Lin’s marriage was a transaction.
Because of this, they argued again.
Lin Zhengyang frowned and said, “Vice President Wu, we must consider this matter carefully.”
Wu Xun tapped the desk with his fingers, “Carefully? If we’re any more careful, Shao Chengxi’s signature count will break a million!”
Lin Zhengyang’s tone was steady:
“But I think that publicizing this matter will not bring us much benefit. On the contrary, we won’t be able to control the subsequent risks. Let me analyze it for you first…”
“Can we still manage that much now?”
Wu Xun rudely interrupted him, “If I don’t act, Shao Chengxi will soon be qualified as a presidential candidate! Do you know what that means?”
Of course, Lin Zhengyang knew.
As long as Shao Chengxi can obtain the qualification of a presidential candidate, he will be the candidate with the highest winning rate in the subsequent presidential election.
There is no other.
Even so, Lin Zhengyang still believed that exposing this matter would do more harm than good.
He patiently analyzed the problems for Wu Xun.
From the information Wu Xun investigated, it could indeed be confirmed that:
The day after the City Central Hospital explosion, Shu Lin first went to the City Hall and took the initiative to handle the directed real identity disclosure.
The person directed to was Shao Chengxi.
Less than two hours later, they registered their marriage.
On the same day, his family was rescued and sent directly to Shao’s Hospital for rescue.
“Vice President Wu, from the timeline, this series of behaviors is indeed unconventional.”
“I don’t deny that once it is announced, most people will infer that their marriage is a transaction.”
“But there is a key issue here, the initiator of this matter is Shu Lin.”
“He is a one-in-a-million US-Class Omega, and the law grants him special rights for self-protection.”
“The *Special Pheromone Protection Law* clearly stipulates that US-Class Omegas have the right to choose to disclose their real identity.”
“And have the right to choose to disclose it in a directed or indiscriminate manner.”
“The reason why the law stipulates this is to empower US-Class Omegas to seek the most favorable protection method in special circumstances.”
Therefore, Shu Lin’s choice is actually a statutory way of instinctively seeking protection.
It’s just that Shao Chengxi became the person he chose, and also the luckiest person.
Therefore, even if the initial public announcement causes a lot of public opinion, it will not have a substantial impact on them in the end.
Having analyzed this far, Lin Zhengyang then said what he was most worried about:
“But after the announcement, the Shao family will definitely investigate the legality of the exposure of this information.”
“Obtaining information from City Hall employees itself involves infringing on the privacy rights of a US-Class Omega.”
Wu Xun waved his hand impatiently: “Use special means in special times! Why do people who do great things get entangled in these trivial matters?!”
Lin Zhengyang suppressed the breath in his heart, his eyes sharp, and continued:
“This is only one aspect, and we may lose more than we gain.”
“On the other hand, the public doesn’t care how political figures fall in love.”
“Exposing this will only make more people curious – ‘So, the cold-faced Minister Shao can also abuse his power for love,’ which instead adds a thicker human touch to Shao Chengxi.”
“In this way, many people who were not interested in politics will pay attention to Shao Chengxi out of curiosity.”
“As long as there is attention, he has the opportunity to get more votes.”
“Besides, how it started is not important, what is important is that they are happy now.”
To confirm his statement, Lin Zhengyang specially called up the public opinion simulation chart on the computer:
“Look, according to algorithm prediction, Shao Chengxi’s support rate among female and Omega voters aged 25-35 may increase by 5 percentage points after the exposure.”
Wu Xun stood up abruptly, the chair scratching the floor with a harsh sound:
“Lin Zhengyang! Which side are you on? Why are you boosting others’ morale and undermining your own?!”
The air in the office suddenly froze.
Lin Zhengyang’s face changed suddenly.
A moment later, he slowly got up and straightened his suit cuffs:
“I am considering the overall situation. Your move is tantamount to sending ammunition to your opponent.”
“I don’t agree to take this risk. If we want to fight, we have to hit the vital spot.”
“The vital spot?” Wu Xun sneered, “When Shao Chengxi gets enough signatures and gets the candidate qualification, then there will be no vital spot to hit!”
The two confronted each other for a while, and Lin Zhengyang sighed softly, “If you insist on doing this…”
He stopped talking, picked up his briefcase, and turned to leave.
When the door was slammed shut, Wu Xun punched the computer screen.
When the car started, Lin Zhengyang looked back, glanced at Wu Xun’s office building, took a deep breath, turned his head, and looked ahead.
Shu Lin had been staying at Shao’s Hospital for the past two days.
Shao Chengxi’s campaign was coming to an end, and it was a tense moment.
But as soon as the campaign ended, no matter how late it was, he rushed back to accompany Shu Lin.
Shu Lin had just finished a video call with Shao Chengxi when he received the message from Lin Zhengyang.
Shao Chengxi had finished today’s campaign and was on his way back.
Shu Lin clicked on the message from Lin Zhengyang.
[Take care of yourself and don’t be affected by external things. No matter how it started, it is all worth it if you end up loving each other.]
Shu Lin’s face showed incomprehension, and he was slightly stunned.
At the birthday party last time, he and Lin Zhengyang added each other’s contact information, but they almost never chatted privately except for polite greetings on holidays.
After all, the two had different positions.
Now, at this sensitive time, it was obviously abnormal to suddenly receive such a message.
After thinking for a moment, Shu Lin directly dialed Lin Zhengyang’s mobile phone.
The phone was quickly connected, and Lin Zhengyang’s voice was still gentle and steady: “Shu Lin?”
“Minister Lin,” Shu Lin smiled, “I was a little surprised to suddenly receive your message.”
Lin Zhengyang chuckled, “I took the liberty.”
“No.” Shu Lin’s tone was relaxed, “We are both Omegas, and I only feel kind and moved by this kind of well-intentioned concern.”
Lin Zhengyang chuckled, “How is your health now?”
Shu Lin chuckled, “Not bad.”
The two chatted about family topics, very congenial.
While chatting, a flash of inspiration flashed in Shu Lin’s mind, and his tone was a little expectant:
“Minister Lin, I suddenly have a very bold idea.”
“Perhaps, the Empire now needs a young government—for example, the presidential palace is composed of the youngest president and the youngest Omega vice president.”
Lin Zhengyang’s breathing stagnated.
Shu Lin continued: “In a few years, maybe the Empire will give birth to the first Omega president.”
On the other end of the phone, Lin Zhengyang’s fingertips tightened slightly.
This is indeed a bold idea.
He never thought that these words would come from the Omega partner of a political enemy.
“Shu Lin,” Lin Zhengyang’s voice was low and serious, “You are more open-minded than I thought…”
Shu Lin chuckled:
“Thank you for the compliment, but I’m not open-minded, just an Omega’s expectation.”
“Minister Lin, I have faith in you.”
Before hanging up the phone, Lin Zhengyang sincerely suggested:
“Actually, you can announce the current situation of the two of you now.”
“This will save Minister Shao from all the subsequent campaigns.”
“In this way, he will have time to accompany you with peace of mind, and he will also get unimaginable voting support.”
“In any case, I wish you success.”
Shu Lin: “Thank you.”
After hanging up the phone, Shu Lin was thoughtful.
He knew that Lin Zhengyang must have a deeper meaning in saying these words.