Starting as the President of a Billionaire Group Chapter 1098: 1043: Arriving in Hawk Country

Capítulo 1098: Chapter 1043: Arriving in Hawk Country

Brook was left in disbelief by Ye Chen's request.

He had passed up such a prime chance to become famous.

“Mr. Ye, you're our hero and deserve that kind of recognition.”

Ye Chen just smiled: “I don’t want to be in the spotlight. I like living freely.”

Brook felt a deep respect rising inside him at Ye Chen's words.

Once fame hits, all sorts of problems follow.

For instance, endless interviews from big media, and fans mobbing you on the streets for signatures.

That's the cost celebrities have to bear.

“The media will surely keep digging into this story,” Brook said, a bit embarrassed.

Ye Chen gave a faint smile: “Mr. Brook, I trust that if my name stays hidden for now, folks will forget all about it once the buzz fades.”

“Lots of passengers recognize me, but with so many young Huaxia folks on board, if the crew keeps quiet about me, no one will pinpoint who I am.”

Brook nodded as he took in Ye Chen's reasoning.

They could definitely keep it under wraps from the press if they tried.

Most crucially, Ye Chen's take on it was spot on.

Going public would turn him into a celebrity and news sensation, but he'd lose his privacy too.

This guy stays so level-headed amid all the glory and riches—remarkable.

“Mr. Ye, your decision makes perfect sense, and I'll back you up.”

Without Ye Chen, everyone on that flight might have burned up in flames.

Helping him out with this tiny request was the least he could do.

Brook's admiration for Ye Chen grew even stronger.

The media could build him up as a hero or tear him down just as fast.

For Ye Chen especially, since he often does food deliveries across dimensions.

He didn't want anyone snapping pics while he vanished during a delivery run.

His ability to pop in and out could catch the eye of government agencies.

They might even grab him for experiments.

Staying under the radar was essential for Ye Chen.

Still, Brook felt a twinge of regret.

Right then, Rock chimed in from the side, “Mr. Ye, would you consider joining Hawk Country’s Royal Air Force?”

Everyone froze at Rock's invitation.

Hawk Country’s Royal Air Force doesn't take outsiders.

Rock went on, “Join us, and we'll offer you ten million a year.”

A gasp escaped the crowd at the mention of ten million annually.

Ye Chen's flying prowess had totally won Rock over.

Rock was convinced Ye Chen could boost Hawk Country’s air power immensely if he enlisted.

Envy filled the onlookers.

Ten million pounds—that's an incredibly lavish offer.

Shockingly, Ye Chen shook his head.

“Sorry, I have to decline.”

“I'm Huaxia born and bred; I won't serve in a foreign air force.”

Ye Chen spoke with steady calm.

His rejection only heightened everyone's esteem for him.

Turning down ten million pounds a year for loyalty to Huaxia—truly admirable.

Rock let out a sigh.

“It's no surprise Huaxia's rising so fast. With talents like you, how could it not?”

Brook rounded up all the crew members.

Solemnly, he declared: “Folks, you know Mr. Ye saved our lives. He wants to stay out of the media, so we need you on board. Are you in?”

“Yes!” came the unified response from nearly everyone.

Ye Chen saved them; a small secret like this was nothing—even bigger asks they'd honor.

Brook nodded: “Perfect. Our story: a young Huaxia guy saved the day. Got it?”

With over a dozen young Huaxia passengers aboard, the media only had that vague lead.

Blending in unnoticed would be easy for Ye Chen.

Ye Chen gave a small smile at Brook's plan.

Before long, Ye Chen slipped away with the passengers from the tarmac, as Brook guided the crew toward the press.

Reporters snapped photos wildly at the scene.

Cameras flashed nonstop.

“Who was the young Huaxia pilot that landed the plane safely?” one reporter shouted.

“Word is a young Huaxia achieved a miracle flight, nailing a one-engine perfect landing. Can we interview them?”

…

Excitement buzzed among the reporters; they were dying to spot Ye Chen.

Flashes kept popping.

From a distance, Ye Chen exhaled in relief.

Good thing he mixed with the passengers—otherwise, those reporters would've plastered his face across tomorrow's headlines.

Media exposure would likely end his delivery gigs for good.

Brook caught sight of Ye Chen vanishing into the crowd and announced, “During the flight, one engine failed. A young Huaxia pilot with amazing skills brought us down safe. He's the hero.”

The press erupted at Brook's statement.

“How does someone so young pull off such expert flying?”

“What's his name? Tell us!”

Reporters hungered for details on Ye Chen.

“Don't tease us—spill it now.”

“He deserves a medal.”

“Yeah, give us this hero's name quick.”

The reporters buzzed with thrill.

Brook drew a deep breath.

He had to admit, Ye Chen was brilliantly sharp.

Taking media interviews would've made him prey for endless pursuit.

“Sorry, we can't disclose that,” Brook stated.

“What? Why not?”

“He's a hero—why hide it?”

“Our hero's gone already, and he shuns the media spotlight. Sorry about that,” Brook explained.

…

By now, Ye Chen had cleared the airport.

At the arrivals area, Lin Wanrou spotted him.

She rushed to Ye Chen like an eager bird.

“Ye Chen, you're here at last. I heard your plane ran into trouble.”

Ye Chen grinned: “Yeah, there were problems, but I fixed them.”

“I was so worried!” Lin Wanrou said, tears welling up in her eyes.

“Come on, let's head home. How's your grandfather doing?” Ye Chen inquired.

Lin Wanrou sighed: “Grandpa's condition isn't great.”

Ye Chen said goodbye to Zhao Hua and the rest, then hopped into Lin Wanrou’s car.

Her place was quite a drive from the airport.

Noticing Lin Wanrou's fatigue, Ye Chen offered: “Want me to take the wheel?”