Starting as the President of a Billionaire Group Chapter 1236 1211: The Policewoman Calls

"Wow, Ye Chen is so wealthy!" Zhang Rui exclaimed, her jaw practically on the floor.

She had previously heard from Song Xiaoxiao that Ye Chen was merely a delivery man. The question lingered: how could he possibly possess such immense wealth?

"Well, he's not too bad, I suppose," Song Xiaoxiao responded with graceful humility.

"Xiaoxiao, is it possible that Ye Chen holds a very important position within the company? Perhaps he deceived you about being a delivery man as a way to test your loyalty," Liu Xin theorized, a sudden thought occurring to her.

Song Xiaoxiao remained unbothered by Ye Chen's profession. Her affection for Ye Chen was rooted in who he was as a person, not in his financial standing.

Upon returning home, Ye Chen indulged in a refreshing shower, then reclined on his bed before succumbing to a deep sleep.

Abruptly, his phone buzzed to life, jolting Ye Chen from his peaceful slumber.

A quick glance revealed an incoming call from Zhou Susu. He wondered why this young woman would be calling him so late into the night.

Ye Chen had, in the past, assisted this dedicated police chief with several challenging cases. In a gesture of gratitude, she had even treated him to a celebratory dinner.

Answering the call, Ye Chen inquired with a lighthearted chuckle, "Chief Zhou, what important matters require my attention at this late hour?"

"Ye Chen, I do have something specific I need to discuss with you," Zhou Susu replied, her tone serious.

Ye Chen surmised that Zhou Susu's calls were almost invariably related to her work, a fact that piqued his curiosity.

Having been away from active casework for a considerable period, he felt a nascent eagerness to dive back into the fray.

"Ah, is this matter related to a case?" Ye Chen inquired with palpable haste.

"How did you manage to guess that?" Zhou Susu responded, her voice tinged with surprise.

Ye Chen was left momentarily speechless. Zhou Susu, much like Su Wanyi, exhibited a similar dedication, both being workaholics who could forgo sleep and personal time for extended periods to resolve cases.

Her prolonged silence was evidently due to her demanding professional obligations.

The urgency and his sudden call now made it abundantly clear that it pertained to a case.

"Naturally, I know, because you are my woman," Ye Chen declared with a confident smile.

"Oh, please spare me! Who would want to be your woman? You already have a multitude of ladies surrounding you; I have no desire to join that competition," Zhou Susu retorted, a faint blush coloring her cheeks.

Ye Chen found himself somewhat exasperated by the young woman's spirited demeanor.

"Very well, let us revert to the matter at hand," Ye Chen suggested, steering the conversation back on course.

"Ye Chen, do you happen to have any availability tomorrow?" Zhou Susu inquired unexpectedly.

Ye Chen pondered, questioning the true intention behind her call. Had she contacted him solely to ascertain his schedule for the following day?

"Given that it is you, Chief Zhou, making this call, even if my schedule were packed, I would certainly make time," Ye Chen replied with a lighthearted laugh.

"Enough with the flattering words. I know your character all too well. How about this: please proceed to the police station at precisely 9 a.m. tomorrow, and we can discuss this matter in person," Zhou Susu proposed.

"Understood, then I shall see you at the police station tomorrow," Ye Chen confirmed before concluding the call.

He understood that Zhou Susu had deliberately avoided detailing the case over the phone, likely due to its sensitive nature and the inherent confidentiality surrounding many investigations.

Curiously, that very night, Ye Chen found himself dreaming of assisting Zhou Susu in cracking complex cases.

Upon waking the next morning, he shook his head with a smile, recognizing that his dream was a direct consequence of Zhou Susu's call the previous evening.

He rose from his bed, proceeded to the bathroom to refresh himself, and quickly consumed a bite to eat.

After donning his attire, he departed from his residence and commenced his drive toward the police station.

Upon his arrival, he observed that the time was fast approaching nine o'clock.

Ye Chen proceeded towards the station entrance but found no sign of Zhou Susu.

"Chief Zhou, could you possibly be oversleeping? I have already arrived at the station," Ye Chen stated into his phone.

"I wish I could sleep in. I barely managed any rest yesterday. Please, just wait a moment longer; I will be back momentarily," Zhou Susu replied with a weary sigh.

Hearing this, Ye Chen reflected on Zhou Susu's remarkable work ethic.

A short while later, Zhou Susu entered, her tired form visibly struggling against her fatigue.

Ye Chen regarded the woman standing before him, a sense of disbelief washing over him.

"Ye Chen, have you truly forgotten me so quickly?" Zhou Susu inquired, a hint of displeasure in her voice.

"How could I possibly forget? I merely find that you have become even more radiant," Ye Chen offered as a compliment.

"Oh, do stop. If you truly didn't recognize me, you should have just admitted it. There was no need for pretense," Zhou Susu stated candidly.

Ye Chen did, in fact, perceive the woman before him as somewhat altered, primarily because Zhou Susu's transformation was so profound. The hardships she had endured had visibly reshaped her appearance and demeanor.

"Alright, alright, Chief Zhou, your eloquence is truly remarkable. I can hardly keep pace with your rapid speech," Ye Chen remarked, shaking his head in mild resignation.

Zhou Susu forewent further playful banter with Ye Chen and instead directed him, "Ye Chen, let us proceed to my office."

Unbeknownst to them, another male officer had entered the station concurrently with Zhou Susu. He stood nearby, quietly observing the exchange between Ye Chen and Zhou Susu.

From their conversation, the male officer discerned that the man and woman shared a connection beyond the ordinary, a realization that stirred a flicker of indignation within him.

This male officer was none other than Yang Wei, Zhou Susu's partner, and one of the many men who held a special admiration for her.

Since Zhou Susu joined the force, she and Yang Wei had been partners, and a considerable amount of time had since elapsed.

Though they worked as partners, and he had openly declared his affections for Zhou Susu, she had unfeelingly cast his confession aside.

Zhou Susu had informed him that her criterion for a boyfriend was that he must not be in the same line of work.

To put it plainly, Zhou Susu's boyfriend would never be a police officer.

Nevertheless, Yang Wei persisted in his pursuit of Zhou Susu, frequently voicing his feelings only to be met with her firm rejection.

"Susu, who is this gentleman?" Yang Wei inquired, his gaze fixed on Ye Chen.

"This is my boyfriend, Ye Chen," Zhou Susu replied, a smile gracing her lips.

"Since when did you acquire a boyfriend? How is it that I was unaware?" Yang Wei exclaimed, looking at Zhou Susu with astonishment.

"Yang Wei, I am under no obligation to report the details of my romantic relationships to you, am I?" Zhou Susu countered, her tone chillingly indifferent.

"But you are constantly occupied with work at the station. How could you possibly have a boyfriend? Susu, I understand you are attempting to reject me, but you need not present a man to shatter my heart," Yang Wei lamented, steeped in self-pity.

Zhou Susu found herself at a loss regarding Yang Wei's assumptions, her thoughts racing, "With numerous cases still unresolved, I barely have the time to find a man to play a part for Yang Wei's benefit."

"Yang Wei, you are letting your imagination run wild. Furthermore, from this moment forward, refrain from addressing me as Susu. Use my given name," Zhou Susu stated, her expression clearly conveying her irritation.

"Are you genuinely Susu's boyfriend?" Yang Wei directed the question at Ye Chen.

"Susu has articulated the situation quite clearly. I am indeed her boyfriend," Ye Chen responded straightforwardly.

Despite feeling a measure of sympathy for Yang Wei and acknowledging his genuine affection for Zhou Susu, Ye Chen found himself compelled to convey the unvarnished truth.

After all, deceiving a man deeply infatuated was, in his view, rather unethical.

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