Starting as the President of a Billionaire Group Chapter 1097: 1072: Successful Emergency Landing

Rock said with excitement, “Can you send the cockpit footage from the aircraft?”

Brook responded, “Of course, we’ve already reached out to the plane for that video.”

The feed switched to the video, leaving everyone in shock.

Ye Chen appeared steering the plane single-handedly, casually sipping coffee with his other hand.

All of a sudden, the onlookers were left speechless.

What on earth is this fellow up to?

Remember, this was a critical single-engine emergency landing where lives hung in the balance, yet he acted so relaxed!

Rock drew in a deep breath.

“Incredible, this pilot from Huaxia surpasses my skills by miles.”

“Runway is clear, get ready to land,” the tower controller said tensely.

“Understood.”

The aircraft drew nearer and nearer to the runway.

All held their breaths, anticipating a miracle.

With fuel tanks now drained, the plane felt noticeably lighter.

Even with one engine out, it remained remarkably steady.

The plane descended gently onto the runway.

It touched down flawlessly, flaps extending as the landing gear lowered smoothly.

Boom!

With a resounding crash, the plane finally made contact with the ground.

At that instant, everyone held their breath.

Reporters’ cameras flashed frantically.

Passengers inside the cabin were gripped by tension.

All prayed fervently for a safe touchdown.

Fire trucks flanked the plane on both sides, speeding along in readiness for any emergency.

The plane’s wheels now sparked against the tarmac as it began slowing down.

Eventually, its velocity dropped further, coming to a perfect halt on the runway.

Flawless!

Rock observed the whole landing sequence and stood utterly dumbfounded.

Cheers filled the cabin as passengers celebrated wildly.

Deafening applause thundered across the area.

Relatives and friends waiting for the flight wept tears of relief and joy.

In the cabin, passengers embraced one another in exhilaration.

They had braced for death, yet Ye Chen snatched them from its grip.

“Hero, this pilot is our savior.”

“Yes, he rescued every one of us.”

“This young man from Huaxia wrought a miracle.”

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Those who had mocked Ye Chen’s age earlier felt their cheeks burn with shame.

They figured he was just messing about, trying to show off.

But the smooth landing proved them wrong.

The very Huaxia man they belittled had saved their lives.

All eyes turned to the composed figure in the cockpit, brimming with reverence.

Aware that he preserved the lives of over three hundred aboard.

Without Ye Chen, they could have ended up as charred remains.

The cabin’s applause gradually faded.

“Thanks to our hero!” someone yelled.

“Young man, outstanding job.”

“You’re our hero.”

Tears of gratitude welled in everyone’s eyes.

Ye Chen shut down the controls, a subtle smile playing on his lips.

Good thing it worked out.

Right then, the co-pilot next to him impulsively hugged and kissed Ye Chen.

“Thank you, thank you endlessly.”

The co-pilot bubbled with thrill.

In her thirties and single, she had no desire to perish.

She refused to meet such a fate.

“Sir, you saved my life, thank you,” the co-pilot exclaimed with fervor.

At that point, the entire crew clustered around Ye Chen.

Each face radiated the glee of surviving catastrophe.

Several couldn’t hold back from embracing him.

The purser declared emotionally, “Sir, we crew and all passengers thank you deeply.”

With those words, she and the crew bowed profoundly to Ye Chen, eyes glistening with tears.

Ye Chen smiled, replying, “This safe landing came from everyone’s combined efforts.”

Just then, the earlier-fainted captain stirred and awoke.

He blinked his eyes open.

Where am I?

Have I passed on?

Wow, surrounded by so many beauties—is this heaven?

Laughter rippled through the group.

Ye Chen rolled his eyes.

This man picks the perfect moment to come to.

He passed out when most required, only rousing after the safe touchdown.

Ye Chen stepped from the cockpit, and Song Xiaoxiao flung herself into his arms.

“Ye Chen, you were phenomenal.”

Zhao Hua brimmed with excitement too.

No wonder for an Immortal—truly extraordinary.

Ye Chen had saved Zhao Hua’s life, deepening his loyalty.

Now, the cabin door swung open.

Ye Chen emerged from the aircraft.

The crowd lined up at the door to hail the hero.

Brook and Rock positioned themselves at the front.

“Salute to our heroic manager,” Brook saluted crisply.

“Yinghuang Airport offers its deepest respect.”

Admiration shone in every gaze fixed on Ye Chen.

Ye Chen had rescued over three hundred souls on board.

Spotting the throng below, Ye Chen furrowed his brow.

He had no wish to turn into a viral sensation.

Nearby, reporters itched to surge forward for interviews.

Ye Chen knew accepting them would catapult him to national fame.

The story would hit Hua Country, making him an internet star.

After all, he preserved more than three hundred lives.

Ye Chen let out a sigh.

Alas, excellence brings its headaches.

Brook enthused, “Mr. Ye Chen, those reporters are set to interview you—you’ll be world-famous soon.”

True enough, as Brook noted, the world craved heroes right now.

Young, handsome Ye Chen pulling off a miraculous landing—it was fame-bound.

Today’s drama would dominate global headlines.

Yet Ye Chen shook his head. “Mr. Brook, can I ask a favor?”

He shunned fame, unwanted as the planet’s spotlight.

Stardom carried heavy costs.

Masked outings, zero privacy—that wasn’t Ye Chen’s scene.

Brook blinked in surprise.

Any regular person would leap at the chance.

But Ye Chen seemed ready to forgo his due glory.

Brook inquired, “Mr. Ye, what do you need? If it’s in my power, I’ll make it happen.”

Ye Chen stated, “I don’t seek celebrity status or global idol worship—just ordinary life.”

“What?” Ye Chen’s words stunned the crowd.

This shot at worldwide stardom, and he meant to pass.

Brook eyed Ye Chen quizzically. “Mr. Ye, are you certain?”

Ye Chen affirmed with a nod. “Yes, please turn down interviews and keep me out of the spotlight.”

After all, Ye Chen possessed a system.

He avoided the world’s glare.

He realized standing out excessively might draw unwanted attention from certain groups.

Thus, he rejected instant fame.