[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-starting-as-the-president-of-a-billionaire-group":3,"chapter-starting-as-the-president-of-a-billionaire-group-starting-as-the-president-of-a-billionaire-group-chapter-704":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Starting as the President of a Billionaire Group",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":20,"prevChapterSlug":21,"totalChapters":22,"novelImage":23},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":16,"volume":17,"translator":18,"content_hash":19},985138,1286,"Chapter 704 - 678 I Refuse","starting-as-the-president-of-a-billionaire-group-chapter-704",704,"\u003Cp>Wu Hao was gearing up to show off, but unexpectedly heard such shocking news.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Oh my God, Ye Chen, you’re awesome! I looked just like you back then, and it turned out to be really you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ye Chen, you must be experiencing life by delivering packages, right?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yeah, driving a Cullinan and delivering packages, how is that possible?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ye Chen’s classmates instantly became sycophants.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wu Hao’s face turned ashen; surely he should be the center of attention, shouldn’t he?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ye Chen smiled awkwardly: \"Actually, it’s not like what you think.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment, the door of the private room suddenly swung open, and Teacher He walked in with a few people.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing Ye Chen, Teacher He’s face lit up with joy: \"Finally found you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It turned out that Ye Chen had given Xiaodi his work phone, which he typically left off, so Teacher He couldn’t get through for a while.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He was eager to contact Ye Chen.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The crew was having a dinner when suddenly a photographer said he saw Ye Chen.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That’s why Teacher He hurriedly came over with people.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing Ye Chen, Teacher He also breathed a sigh of relief.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Young man, finally found you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Facing the people in front of him, Ye Chen was also taken aback.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>These folks seemed very familiar, as if he’d seen them yesterday.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, they were all fixated on him, seemingly afraid he’d run away.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing Teacher He, Wu Hao was stunned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wasn’t he the famous host Teacher He?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Why did he come here?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Other classmates were also bewildered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Teacher He from TV suddenly appearing in front of them was too shocking.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At that moment, Ye Chen also recalled these people were from Xiaodi’s filming crew.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Teacher He, hi, what brings you here?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Teacher He smiled and said: \"Young man, I wanted to discuss something with you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ye Chen asked puzzled: \"What’s the matter?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment, the other classmates were dumbstruck.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Oh my God, Teacher He actually approached Ye Chen to discuss something—how amazing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Teacher He laughed and said: \"First, thank you for helping Xiaodi fix the plumbing, and yesterday’s incident has become a sensation online, so we found you to invite you to join the Happy Life show.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The room fell silent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wu Hao was dumbfounded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The other classmates were also in shock.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What show is Happy Life?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It’s currently the hottest variety show.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Only superstars get to appear on the show.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And now Teacher He was inviting Ye Chen to join this show?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ye Chen was also taken aback upon hearing this.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ye Chen had watched Happy Life before.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He knew those who appeared on the show were all celebrities in the entertainment industry.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But what was he doing?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Delivering packages!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Asking a delivery guy to join a variety show seemed too contradictory, right?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Actually, Ye Chen wasn’t concerned about participating in the show; mainly, he didn’t have the time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, he still needed to deliver packages.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What could be more important than delivering packages?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everyone thought Ye Chen would agree to it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, any ordinary person invited to a popular show would definitely not refuse.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Appearing on Happy Life meant potential fame, even reaching life’s peak, and most importantly, meeting many celebrities and expanding one’s network—how could anyone refuse?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So no one doubted Ye Chen would readily agree.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, Ye Chen thought for a moment and said, \"Sorry, I’m really busy and need to deliver packages, I don’t have time.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What?\" The room fell silent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No time because of delivering packages.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everyone was dumbstruck.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What future is there in delivering packages?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was a chance to film with big stars.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Opportunities like this aren’t easily found.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ye Chen actually refused without hesitation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even Teacher He was somewhat incredulous.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This guy actually refused, without the slightest hesitation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Mr. Ye, if you join our show, we won’t discriminate against you because of your ordinary status and profession. We will give you the same treatment and offer as a star, and after participating in this show, given your conditions, I’m sure you’ll become famous; this is an opportunity for you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Teacher He was puzzled as to why a package delivery person would refuse the invitation from Hua Country’s hottest show, reject a chance to become a star.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ye Chen appeared nonchalant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fame, I’ve long been famous, and you even awarded me before.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, I’ve used the Charm System to alter charm—so you can’t see it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As for money, Ye Chen wouldn’t be short on money, would he?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ye Chen was more concerned with getting five-star reviews for his delivery.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And even with more money, could it be more than what the system offers?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ye Chen didn’t hesitate at all and directly declined: \"Sorry, I can’t agree with you, delivering packages is the most important thing to me.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Other classmates were shocked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wow, delivering packages is indeed important.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Anyone can deliver packages, but how many people get a chance to be on this show?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This time even Teacher He felt embarrassed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They never imagined that in a choice between becoming a star and delivering packages, someone would choose the latter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Moreover, this was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to change one’s life, yet Ye Chen refused it so easily.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Who exactly was this young man?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Driving a luxury car to deliver packages and so easily giving up the chance to become famous.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ye Chen smiled: \"Teacher He, why not stay for a drink?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Teacher He sighed: \"It’s no use staying once someone’s refused you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Well then, sorry for the disturbance.\" Teacher He left with a few staff members.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Teacher He, this guy really doesn’t appreciate the offer. I say let’s forget it; our show invites stars, and a delivery guy doesn’t qualify, does he?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Exactly, Teacher He, don’t waste time on him. Besides, the online buzz is already declining; without him, it won’t affect us much.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Surrounding staff uttered comments one after another, but Teacher He stayed silent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Actually, viewers were growing a bit fatigued with Happy Life, and ratings had started to drop.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Teacher He was truly waiting for an opportunity, and now it had arrived.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The recent buzz made the show’s fan base spike, and the audience was eagerly wanting this delivery guy to join the show.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If Ye Chen couldn’t participate, it would be a real pity for the show.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, since Ye Chen refused, Teacher He had no choice but to leave with a sigh.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After Teacher He left, all the classmates were in shock.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ye Chen, you actually refused Teacher He’s invitation.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You actually missed the chance to be a star.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ye Chen gently smiled: \"I prefer low-profile, not high-profile.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This gathering, Wu Hao didn’t show off at all; instead, Ye Chen stole the wind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After dinner, classmates left and just exited the hotel, everyone’s eyes fell on a flashy sports car.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment, Wu Hao was also excited.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Oh my God, I’ve actually seen a real Lykan, do you know? This car is the same as the one in the movie Fast and Furious, worth a billion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And this car is a limited edition.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Which big shot owns this?\u003C\u002Fp>",1184,"2026-06-03T08:12:54.395Z","2026-06-03T08:12:59.176Z",1,"novelbin.me","4a7a0cd27ee07980ab4aec4d905fbe25358591fd31ea7c5af9956e5e58047c25","starting-as-the-president-of-a-billionaire-group-chapter-705","starting-as-the-president-of-a-billionaire-group-chapter-703",1261,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fstarting-as-the-president-of-a-billionaire-group-cover.jpg"]