Starting as the President of a Billionaire Group Chapter 1429 - 1403: Bad Friend

"Thank you, Little Chen." Elder Su said with a smile.

Seeing that Elder Su had recovered, everyone breathed a sigh of relief.

Father Su and Mrs. Su now looked at Ye Chen differently, realizing he was indeed a stable person, unlike the reckless image they had initially imagined.

"I apologize for scaring everyone earlier; everything’s fine now, please enjoy the banquet." Father Su said to the guests with a smile.

After the incident, all the guests wanted to get closer to Ye Chen and greeted him proactively.

Zhou Jun watched with resentment, grinding his teeth, as his status didn’t prompt such flattery from others.

But Ye Chen was different, and many people surrounded him.

"Young Master Ye, you truly opened our eyes today."

"We never thought something so miraculous could exist in this world."

"What a rare sight! A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to witness it."

Everyone praised Ye Chen, but he remained unmoved.

He understood these people’s intentions; those present were seasoned in the business and political arenas, trying to get close to him just to learn about or obtain that melon.

Ye Chen would not reveal the truth to them, nor would he sell or give away such a valuable thing.

"Sorry, I’m not some Young Master Ye; I’m just a delivery guy." Ye Chen waved his hand dismissively.

Su Wanyi, listening on the side, couldn’t help but cover her mouth, amused.

She thought Ye Chen was incredible for shutting down the conversation just like that.

Sure enough, the others were at a loss for words after hearing this, having planned to ask Ye Chen about the melon but now unsure how to proceed.

Zhou Jun was furious at Ye Chen’s audacity, especially since no one reprimanded him for his impudence.

But what could anger achieve? Zhou Jun recognized Ye Chen’s strength, deducing that someone who could present such a gift couldn’t simply be a delivery guy.

"What should we do next, Young Master Zhou?" Zhao Qing asked, looking at Zhou Jun’s livid expression.

"Do what? It’s all your nonsense, how does Ye Chen even look like a delivery guy?" Zhou Jun retorted angrily at Zhao Qing.

Of course, he dared not raise his voice in such a setting.

"Young Master Zhou, I’m telling you the truth; Ye Chen himself told me that, and you heard it just now, didn’t you?" Zhao Qing asked, puzzled.

Indeed, Ye Chen admitted it earlier, but Zhou Jun felt played by Ye Chen. Looking at Ye Chen’s attire and his birthday gift, it just didn’t add up.

"Forget it," Zhou Jun said impatiently.

"Young Master Zhou, do you mean to spare this guy?" Zhao Qing asked, looking dissatisfied.

He initially wanted Zhou Jun to avenge him, but it seemed Zhou Jun was wary of Ye Chen, afraid to provoke him further, leaving Zhao Qing somewhat disappointed.

"Are you still thinking of causing trouble? Haven’t you assessed the situation yet?" Zhou Jun hissed quietly.

Since Zhou Jun had spoken, Zhao Qing couldn’t say anything more, though he felt very unsatisfied.

He didn’t care about Ye Chen’s status; he just wanted to vent his frustration.

His girlfriend looking at Ye Chen in that way in front of him was like being handed a green hat; what man could tolerate that?

How could a mere delivery guy compare to him, a department head?

Zhao Qing approached Ye Chen with a smile, "Ye Chen, if you’re so capable, how could you be a delivery guy?"

In his mind, Ye Chen must have resorted to this job after failing to find something better.

"Because I like it," Ye Chen replied casually with three words.

This left Zhao Qing speechless, making him feel even more stifled.

"Ye Chen, aren’t you just a pretty boy living off women, trying to turn from a chicken into a phoenix through this banquet?" Zhao Qing lost control and shouted.

Even Zhou Jun didn’t expect Zhao Qing to say such things, thinking he must be out of his mind.

The guests, too, looked at this brainless individual in astonishment.

Zhou Jun wanted to pretend he didn’t know Zhao Qing, but Zhao Qing looked at him and said, "Young Master Zhou, aren’t you thinking the same thing?"

The implication was clear; it was as if Zhou Jun had instructed him to say it.

"Zhao Qing, what nonsense are you spouting? I didn’t think anything like that. Brother Ye’s status is not for you and me to talk about." Zhou Jun quickly defended himself.

"Young Master Zhou, didn’t you just say these things to me?" Zhao Qing refused to let Zhou Jun off and aimed to make him his scapegoat.

Initially, Elder Su had asked Father Su to fetch Ye Chen.

Overhearing their conversation, Father Su, with a visible scowl, said, "Young Master Zhou, please watch your status; isn’t it inappropriate to gossip about others like this?"

"Uncle Su, I’m being wronged; I really didn’t say anything." Zhou Jun felt like even the Yellow River couldn’t wash him clean.

"Young Master Zhou, you’re not welcome here. Please leave with your uncultured friend," Father Su suddenly said.

No one expected Father Su to issue an eviction order to Zhou Jun for Ye Chen’s sake, especially considering the Zhou Family was on par with the Su Family in Modu.

The two families had always been on good terms and had never clashed before—this was a first.

Zhou Jun couldn’t endure such treatment, especially in front of so many people; this wasn’t just his embarrassment but a disgrace to the Zhou Family.

Originally, his father sent him to congratulate Elder Su, yet he was expelled instead.

Zhou Jun couldn’t bear such humiliation and left without a word, throwing back, "Uncle Su, treating me like this, my father will surely hold you accountable—I believe you’ll regret it."

Father Su, unfazed by a child’s threats, watched Zhou Jun depart, his anger dissipating.

"Little Chen, come with me; Grandpa wants to talk to you." Father Su smiled at Ye Chen.

The two of them made their way through the crowd towards Elder Su.

"Grandpa, did you need something from me?" Ye Chen asked.

Even if Elder Su hadn’t sought him out, Ye Chen wanted to check on Elder Su’s health, as each ailment at this age could be life-threatening.