Starting as the President of a Billionaire Group Chapter 1102 1077: Romantic Proposal

Excitement brimmed in the eyes of Rock and Calis.

For they had reached their objective.

Worry clouded Lin Wanrou's eyes, though.

In Hawk Country, social hierarchy held immense significance.

During the evening gala, Lin Wanrou realized all guests held at least Viscount ranks.

Yet Ye Chen remained a mere commoner; joining such an event would surely invite scorn.

Still, Lin Wanrou was sharp-minded.

She knew Ye Chen well and trusted he wouldn't dive into trouble unprepared.

His agreement meant he had a strategy in place.

That night, Lin Wanrou and Ye Chen reached Rost Castle.

Rost Castle?

The castle's name rang a bell for Ye Chen, prompting a brief pause.

This banquet drew only elite society figures.

Upon arriving at the site, Ye Chen and Lin Wanrou showed their invitation.

The hall teemed with guests.

All men sported refined outfits—suits, ties, even bow ties on some.

Women appeared equally elegant and formal.

Lin Wanrou dazzled in her evening gown that night.

Entering the hall, Ye Chen and Lin Wanrou drew numerous gazes.

Lin Wanrou's stunning beauty captivated everyone.

Inside, her red evening dress made her resemble a holy saintess.

Ye Chen, standing beside her, exuded striking handsomeness.

His formal attire highlighted his full allure.

Lin Wanrou politely acknowledged the attendees.

Ye Chen stayed completely composed.

Just then, Rock and Calis approached.

"Ye Chen, I didn't expect you'd really dare to show up."

Ye Chen smiled lightly: "Naturally, since Brother Rock invited me, I had to attend."

Rock laughed and presented Ye Chen to those nearby.

"Folks, allow me to introduce Ye Chen, a commoner from Hua Country."

He stressed the term "commoner" on purpose.

Faces that smiled moments before hardened at the word.

Their warmth toward Ye Chen chilled instantly.

Lin Wanrou shot Rock a sharp glare.

Rock smirked: "Ye Chen, you've likely never been to an event like this; all here belong to Hawk Country's nobility, holding titles—I'm a Viscount myself."

Viscount?

Something clicked for Ye Chen.

Last time delivering food, the Eagle Empress had bestowed a Marquis title on him.

"Incidentally, what's the rank of a Marquis?" Ye Chen inquired with curiosity.

Marquis?

Respect flickered in Rock's gaze.

Hawk Country's nobility ranged from Viscount, Earl, Duke, up to Marquis.

Marquis stood as the pinnacle title, granted to scarcely anyone.

Only five existed now in Hawk Country.

Five?

That sparse?

Rock sneered: "Attaining Marquis status is beyond any ordinary person's dreams. Anyway, stay humble here; even a Viscount is beyond your reach to challenge."

Ye Chen grinned inwardly.

A Viscount? That was three ranks below his own.

Calis chuckled: "I've just received Viscount rank from the Empress in the Great Eagle Empire. Ye Chen, do you see the gap between us now?"

Ye Chen nodded: "Indeed, the disparity between us is huge."

Though vague, as a Marquis versus Calis's Viscount, the difference loomed large.

Calis took it wrong, however.

He assumed Ye Chen felt inferior.

Smugness spread across Calis's features.

The banquet kicked off, lights suddenly fading.

A spotlight then pierced the stage.

Gripping the mic, Calis declared passionately: "Ladies and gentlemen, at tonight's banquet, I aim to accomplish one thing: propose to the woman of my heart."

Lin Wanrou's brow furrowed at Calis's announcement.

She hadn't anticipated his audacity.

Lin Wanrou had plainly rejected any future with Calis.

Yet he dared propose publicly here.

A mischievous glint lit Ye Chen's face.

This fellow sure knew drama.

Many knew Calis well on site.

As a Sha Country Prince, after all.

Sha Country's wealth impressed many, sparking envy at his proposal news.

"Wonder which lucky lady caught Prince Calis's eye."

"Oh, I hope it's me."

"Truly jealous-making."

All scanned for the lucky woman.

Suddenly, another spotlight descended.

It landed on Lin Wanrou and Ye Chen.

Intended for Lin Wanrou alone, but Ye Chen moved forward, blocking her.

Many figured Ye Chen was the target.

The twist shocked the crowd.

They'd assumed a stunning woman as the star.

Not a man.

Ye Chen waved confidently to all.

"Hello, everyone!"

Murmurs erupted.

"Oh wow, Calis really prefers men after all."

"That guy is pretty handsome, though."

"Haha, Calis has such daring preferences."

"Never saw that coming. Proposing to a man publicly takes guts."

Calis fumed at the scene.

He'd planned to propose to Lin Wanrou.

But Ye Chen had stolen the light.

Ye Chen eyed Calis and chuckled, "Buddy, I get it, I'm handsome, but sorry, I don't swing that way, so I must decline."

Calis: "..."

He'd never encountered such brazenness.

Who wanted to propose to you?

Onlookers gaped too.

"Wow, Calis's crush was unrequited."

"Ouch, that rejection hit hard, flat-out refused."

"With that beauty beside him, no wonder he says no."

…

Overhearing the whispers, Calis's face flushed pig-liver red with fury.

"I wasn't proposing to you! It was to the lady beside you, Lin Wanrou—the one I love is her."

With a snap of his fingers, Calis signaled.

Eighteen girls entered from the corridor, each clutching a rose.

The rose scent wafted, stunning many.

Goodness, those had to be the famed Romantic Roses.

Romantic Roses hailed from France's Romantic Capital.

Each fetched one million M Gold, the priciest roses globally.

Ten per girl made one million eight hundred thousand M Gold total.

Fitting for a Sha Country Prince—lavish indeed.

Admiration gleamed in many girls' eyes at the Romantic Roses.

Women adored romance, and Calis delivered extravagantly.

But facing the love-symbol roses, Lin Wanrou remained utterly unmoved.