Starting as the President of a Billionaire Group Chapter 1228 1203: An Untimely Worldwide Delivery Order

Song Xiaoxiao was aware that her encounter with Su Wanyi was inevitable, and that a confrontation would eventually occur. However, the speed at which it happened caught her off guard, leaving her on the verge of tears. The thought of being separated from Ye Chen caused a deep sense of reluctance to well up within her. She chided herself for not meeting Ye Chen sooner, acknowledging that her desire to be with him, despite knowing he was with Su Wanyi, was a consequence she brought upon herself.

"President Su, I apologize. I never intended to interfere with your relationship with Ye Chen, and I knew this day would come. Once you became aware of my existence, you would naturally seek me out," Song Xiaoxiao confessed, her voice trembling with nervousness.

Su Wanyi looked at the younger girl and gently inquired, "Xiaoxiao, do you mind if I address you by that name?" She perceived Song Xiaoxiao's anxiety and aimed to diffuse the tension, believing a more familiar address would foster a closer connection.

"President Su, I don't mind at all," Song Xiaoxiao replied softly.

"Xiaoxiao, there's no need for you to be so tense or to apologize. The truth is, I've known about you for quite some time," Su Wanyi reassured her with a warm smile.

Puzzled, Song Xiaoxiao murmured to herself, "You've known for a long time? How?"

"Indeed, Ye Chen himself told me about you. He spoke highly of you, calling you a wonderful girl. Please, don't be so formal; you can call me Sister Wan Yi," Su Wanyi continued, stepping closer to Song Xiaoxiao and taking her hand. Song Xiaoxiao was taken aback by the unexpected warmth of their first meeting, finding Su Wanyi remarkably approachable, a stark contrast to the image of a stern CEO.

Most significantly, Su Wanyi indicated no intention of asking Song Xiaoxiao to leave Ye Chen's side, a turn of events completely contrary to Song Xiaoxiao's expectations. Her recent reluctance to go out with Ye Chen had stemmed from the fear of an encounter with Su Wanyi. The reality of Su Wanyi visiting her at school and addressing her so kindly was far from the dramatic confrontation she had braced herself for.

The sheer unexpectedness of the situation left Song Xiaoxiao standing frozen, like a statue. Su Wanyi, finding Song Xiaoxiao incredibly endearing, felt a genuine affection grow within her. She had always longed for a younger sister, and here was Song Xiaoxiao, who shared her affection for Ye Chen.

Noticing Song Xiaoxiao's stunned silence, Ye Chen gently nudged her. "Xiaoxiao, Wan Yi is speaking to you."

Snapping back to reality, Song Xiaoxiao shyly responded, "Sister Wan Yi, this feels like a dream. Are you truly saying this?"

"Of course, it's all true. I've liked you from the moment I first saw you, as if we've known each other for ages. If Ye Chen ever mistreats you, you can tell me, and I'll stand up for you," Su Wanyi said with a lighthearted laugh.

Throughout this exchange, Ye Chen remained silent, sensing that this was a moment between the two women and that his involvement might complicate matters. He understood Su Wanyi well and was confident she meant no harm to Song Xiaoxiao. Song Xiaoxiao's own anxieties had led her to anticipate the worst-case scenario.

Ye Chen had previously considered revealing the truth to Song Xiaoxiao but doubted she would believe him, suspecting he was merely trying to comfort her. Her meeting with Su Wanyi, however, seemed to have dissolved her worries.

"Thank you, Sister Wan Yi," Song Xiaoxiao exclaimed, her face lighting up with the pure joy of a child. The relief of not having to part with Ye Chen filled her with happiness.

She then turned to Ye Chen, whispering, "Ye Chen, why didn't you tell me the truth earlier?"

Ye Chen met her gaze and replied, "Would you have believed me if I had?"

"Oh? What secret are you two whispering about?" Su Wanyi playfully interjected.

"Ah, it's nothing," Song Xiaoxiao stammered, feeling a wave of embarrassment as she recalled her earlier nervousness. The thought of her initial demeanor when meeting Su Wanyi made her wish she could disappear.

If given the chance to relive that moment, she would have acted differently, but such opportunities are rare. It was precisely Song Xiaoxiao's genuine vulnerability that had endeared her to Su Wanyi, solidifying her desire to welcome her as a younger sister.

"Ye Chen, I've just gained a wonderful little sister in Xiaoxiao! I'm so happy today; let's go celebrate properly," Su Wanyi proposed enthusiastically.

"Certainly, I'd be delighted to celebrate with you both," Ye Chen responded with a smile.

"Ye Chen, I'm truly so glad to have such a wonderful sister," Song Xiaoxiao chimed in, beaming.

"Ladies, please, let's get in the car. We should move along and not linger at the school entrance," Ye Chen suggested, ushering them towards the vehicle. Both Su Wanyi and Song Xiaoxiao took seats in the back, foregoing the front passenger seats.

Ye Chen's car was en route to Wanxiang City.

Based on his understanding of women, beyond indulging in meals, shopping was a guaranteed essential activity.

As his women, they deserved to acquire and utilize only the finest, making Wanxiang City his primary destination choice.

After securing a parking spot, Ye Chen, accompanied by the two ladies, stepped onto the first floor of the establishment.

The two women engaged in lively conversation and delightful shopping, thoroughly enjoying their experience.

Ye Chen, however, found himself trailing behind, burdened with an assortment of large shopping bags.

The purchasing power of these women was truly remarkable; in under thirty minutes within the mall, they had already amassed a significant collection of items.

He felt the sheer volume of their acquisitions was almost too much to bear.

Yet, despite his discomfort, not a single complaint escaped his lips.

Ultimately, if his women found joy in their shopping spree, then he too would be content.

Perhaps sensing the fatigue from their extensive walking, Su Wanyi and Song Xiaoxiao decided to take a respite in the mall's designated resting area.

"Ye Chen, we're feeling incredibly hot, quite thirsty, and rather worn out right now," Su Wanyi remarked, glancing towards Ye Chen.

"Wan Yi, please, just vocalize your desires. I understand that during moments like these, women invariably have specific requests for me," Ye Chen responded, anticipating their needs.

"I have a craving for bubble tea," Su Wanyi stated directly.

"Xiaoxiao, and what about you?" Ye Chen inquired of Song Xiaoxiao.

"I'd also like some bubble tea, but please, without the pearls," Song Xiaoxiao replied.

Ye Chen rose to his feet and declared, "Remain here for a moment. I shall return promptly."

With those words, he turned and made his way towards the bubble tea establishment.

However, Ye Chen couldn't help but feel a touch of exasperation; he was undeniably the most exhausted, having escorted these two women through numerous shops and being the designated carrier of all their purchases.

Ye Chen couldn't resist a wry thought: "Truly, women are a force to be reckoned with, a truth one cannot easily dismiss."

Upon reaching the bubble tea shop, he observed a rather short queue, likely attributable to it being during standard working hours.

After successfully procuring the bubble tea, Ye Chen hurried back to the location where Su Wanyi and Song Xiaoxiao were resting.

Reaching the two ladies, he presented them with their respective bubble teas.

"Thank you!" Su Wanyi and Song Xiaoxiao exclaimed in unison.

At that very instant, a system notification resounded within his mind.

"Ding! Host has detected a Worldwide Delivery order. Do you accept?"

Ye Chen felt a wave of speechlessness wash over him. Receiving an order at such a juncture seemed as though the system was deliberately toying with him.

He recognized the impossibility of leaving the women unattended to embark on a delivery, an action that would undoubtedly lead to calamitous consequences.