C3 Apologizing

Lin Chen: ???

What a burn!

"Damn, is this for real? A retired captain working as his administrative officer?"

"Guys, give me a sec to check this out, see if it's legit or not!"

"Holy crap, it's actually true! Zhou Hai... there are even photos!"

The room fell silent for a few seconds, everyone wearing odd expressions, Chen Yao's face shifting from pale to flushed.

Anyone with half a brain could tell that Lin Chen's earlier remark, "If you think it's true, then it must be," was a dig at Chen Yao.

Say what you want, I couldn't care less!

How about that? Pissed off?

Furious!

"Just a helicopter is one thing, but a retired captain as his admin? Seriously?"

"He's the epitome of a life winner. It's true what they say about not losing at the starting line, but some folks are born at the finish line! Like our helicopter mogul here!"

"I'm so jealous! It's just too damn bitter!"

"What happened to those saying the big shot rented a helicopter and hired actors? Why so quiet now?"

"Shush, don't talk. Just look at Ferrari boy's face over there..."

Upon hearing this, Chen Yao's face turned another shade darker.

Soong Qingwan gazed at Lin Chen, transfixed. The sunlight cast a steadfast glow on his profile, and for a moment, time stood still.

Why did she find this underclassman so attractive?

Wealthy yet unassuming, mature yet reserved, he shattered her preconceptions of the typical rich kid!

Chen Yao's face soured, but upon realizing Lin Chen's significant stature, he opted to bow his head and apologize.

"I misjudged the situation earlier and caused you inconvenience. My sincerest apologies."

He wasn't a fool; it was clear Lin Chen was no ordinary individual, and Chen Yao knew better than to provoke him further.

His earlier rage had clouded his judgment, but now, with a clearer head, he recognized his own impulsiveness.

For someone born into wealth, he had that much sense, at least.

But his apology only set off the crowd once more.

"Battle of the billionaires, and the Helicopter King takes the crown. What a burn!"

"Look, I knew I was right. How could the helicopter tycoon possibly be a liar?"

"Right, even a retired pilot works for him as a private helipad management specialist!"

As Chen Yao hung his head, Lin Chen nonchalantly shrugged and offered a serene smile:

"No worries, it doesn't bother me."

For some reason, Chen Yao felt a surge of frustration so intense he nearly choked on it after hearing Lin Chen's words.

He couldn't shake the feeling that he was utterly insignificant in Lin Chen's eyes.

After saying goodbye, Chen Yao beat a hasty retreat.

Lin Chen's approach to the situation took Soong Qingwan by surprise once again.

He was the epitome of maturity and composure, with a magnanimous spirit...

Simply put, Lin Chen was worlds apart from that Chen Yao they had just encountered!

Unbeknownst to Lin Chen, Soong Qingwan harbored these thoughts.

Once he had passed the helicopter ignition key to Zhou Hai, Lin Chen joined Soong Qingwan to check in with their superiors.

Together, they strolled down the quaint campus lane, flanked by osmanthus trees.

In the heart of September, the osmanthus blossoms were in full bloom, their sweet perfume saturating the air.

Suddenly, Soong Qingwan paused, looking up at Lin Chen:

"Junior, I really appreciate your help with the earlier situation!"

Indeed, Lin Chen had just extricated her from an awkward spot.

Caught off guard, Lin Chen chuckled:

"I hardly did anything, Senior. You're too kind."

He couldn't help but notice, this senior was rather adorable.

Through the eyes of a boyfriend, she appeared even lovelier.

Her skin was porcelain, flawless, and seemed almost ethereal.

From Lin Chen's perspective, he was privy to an entirely different view...