Chapter 1295: Chapter 1270: An Unexpected Outcome

"This gentleman, what you said makes a lot of sense, but Young Master Zhou already made an appointment yesterday. I’m not sure if you have an appointment," Chairman Zhao asked with a smile.

In the past, he would have surely taught a lesson to any young man who dared to offend Zhou Jian without any mercy, but the incident with Ye Chen made him wise up.

"I didn’t make an appointment," Ye Chen said flatly, with his back to everyone the entire time.

"Then, sir, how about this? I specially open a window for you to handle your business there, what do you think?" Chairman Zhao suggested with a smile.

He thought this way solved Zhou Jian’s problem and also gave this gentleman enough respect.

"Kid, did you hear that? Chairman Zhao is already asking you to move aside. You’d better be sensible and do it quickly, my patience is wearing thin," Zhou Jian said disdainfully.

Chairman Zhao’s intention was very clear: he wanted Zhou Jian to conduct his business, especially since he had an appointment.

Originally, those bystanders thought the problem had been resolved and were ready to disperse and return to their seats.

But then a cold voice rang out: "I disagree."

The owner of that voice was the young man at the door, whose response stunned everyone.

Chairman Zhao handled this matter very well; he didn’t offend Zhou Jian and gave enough face to the young man. It should have been wrapped up neatly.

But the young man disagreed, which truly surprised everyone.

Those who thought there would be no drama felt very disappointed, but upon hearing this sentence, they knew the drama would be even more exciting.

"Kid, dare you say that again?" Zhou Jian asked through gritted teeth.

He wondered what was going on today. How could he meet someone who dared to disrespect him like this?

Ye Chen was just about to speak when suddenly the phone rang.

Seeing that it was a call from Li Ming, Ye Chen knew he must have noticed the money hadn’t been transferred yet, thinking Ye Chen backed out and wanted to confirm again.

He answered the call, hearing Li Ming’s anxious voice: "Ye Chen, I’m not rushing you, I just want to know if you’ve changed your mind."

"Why would I? Li Ming, rest assured, I’m at the bank now and am about to transfer the 1 billion yuan to you," Ye Chen said flatly.

Upon hearing Ye Chen’s words, the previously quiet hall became lively again.

"What, 1 billion yuan? Did I hear it wrong? This young man actually said he’ll transfer 1 billion yuan to the other side."

"Who is this young guy exactly? How can he mention 1 billion yuan so casually?"

"No wonder he dared to compete with Zhou Jian for the VIP room; it turns out he’s got some skills."

Not just the bystanders, even Zhou Jian and Chairman Zhao felt a jolt in their hearts upon hearing it.

They both understood that someone who could command 1 billion yuan could definitely not be an ordinary person, certainly someone of notable standing.

Zhou Jian had just observed Ye Chen: unfamiliar features, ordinary clothing, definitely not someone from the business circle.

If he were a big player in the business world, Zhou Jian would surely recognize him. Since he didn’t recognize him, Ye Chen must not be in this circle.

Zhou Jian was indeed correct; Ye Chen didn’t like the deceit and cunning of the business world. Although he had the capability, he didn’t strive in this circle.

Moreover, with a powerful woman like Su Wanyi by his side, he was even less inclined to become a businessman.

Upon hearing this, Li Ming on the other end of the phone also felt relieved and said with a smile, "Ye Chen, I won’t disturb you further, you go ahead and handle things."

After confirming that Ye Chen would transfer the money soon, Li Ming revealed a smile on his face.

The Zhou family is tremendously wealthy too, though Zhou Jian was shocked, Ye Chen’s words didn’t scare him.

"Chairman Zhao, you can’t let him handle the transaction just because he’s transferring a large amount; isn’t that somewhat inappropriate?" Seeing Chairman Zhao’s expression change, Zhou Jian said coldly.

"Absolutely not, Young Master Zhou, that’s definitely not possible. Rest assured, I’ll let you go in and handle your business right away," Chairman Zhao said as he walked towards Ye Chen, "Sir, you see..."

The reason he didn’t finish his sentence was that he saw a familiar face.

"Mr. Ye, is that you? Why didn’t you notify me you were coming? If I had known, I would’ve come out to greet you. This is truly negligence in my duties," Chairman Zhao said nervously.

Zhou Jian had just put on a victor’s smile, thinking Chairman Zhao would drag Ye Chen from the door.

But Chairman Zhao’s attitude left Zhou Jian puzzled as to why he was being so courteous to the young man. Just moments ago, he firmly claimed he wouldn’t show partiality due to the amount transferred, yet now he was going back on his word.

"Chairman Zhao, I don’t have much time. Quickly, ask that kid to move aside," Zhou Jian said angrily.

Chairman Zhao ignored him, instead turning to Ye Chen, "Mr. Ye, please come inside, I’ll handle the transaction for you."

He spoke while leading Ye Chen inside, completely disregarding Zhou Jian’s angry shouts.

Seeing Ye Chen enter, Zhou Jian was dumbfounded and stood there in disbelief.

He thought to himself that he should be the one handling the transaction; how did it end up being that young man who went in?

The surrounding onlookers were also astonished by the plot twist, gaping at the scene. They wondered about this young man’s background that made the Chairman personally attend to his business. Meanwhile, they cast mocking glances at Zhou Jian, who was frozen in place.

Seeing Zhou Jian being put in his place, they felt quite satisfied.

In fact, whether Zhou Jian or Ye Chen backed down, they would have felt delighted; this is the "hatred of the rich" mentality.

Zhou Jian had never been humiliated like this before, especially in front of everyone. He wanted to force his way in but was stopped by the older Zhang.

Old Zhang wasn’t a fool; he already saw that the young man’s status was more formidable than Zhou Jian’s.

"Young Master Zhou, please wait a moment, they’re currently conducting business inside," Old Zhang said to Zhou Jian.

"What’s going on here? I should be the one inside handling business, how come you let that guy in?" Zhou Jian shouted, disregarding his image.

"Young Master Zhou, I advise you to either wait outside or go to another counter for your transaction," Old Zhang suggested.

"Why should I? Why don’t you go?" Zhou Jian blurted out in a fit of rage, losing coherence.

Old Zhang thought to himself he had no business to handle, so why should he go?

Although he thought this, he dared not voice it, for facing him was the eldest young master of the Zhou family, someone he couldn’t afford to offend.

If he offended such a person, he might as well pack up and leave.

Just as Zhou Jian was fuming, Ye Chen and Chairman Zhao emerged.

Seeing Ye Chen’s smug expression, Zhou Jian was truly about to lose his mind with anger.

"Mr. Ye, take care, please call me ahead next time you need anything, and I’ll personally handle your transaction," Chairman Zhao said with a deep bow, full of respect.

Seeing Chairman Zhao’s attitude towards Ye Chen, Zhou Jian became even more infuriated, completely losing his composure.