I Go to the High Seas for Fishing But Get Hunted by an Aircraft Carrier
Chapter 233: Angry Confrontation with the Reporter

Chapter 233: Chapter 233: Angry Confrontation with the Reporter

Ye Chen turned his head.

Frowning deeply, he stared at the female journalist whose appearance wasn’t very pleasing.

And the female journalist didn’t realize that Ye Chen was somewhat angry at the moment.

She even joyfully extended the microphone toward Ye Chen.

With furrowed brows, Ye Chen said in a deep voice, "I don’t have any comment on this matter, but what I want to say is..."

"Whether it’s the villa in Jinbao Residential Area or the Land Rover Defender I’m driving now, I earned them through legitimate channels, precious efforts, and completely lawful means."

"I advise those people on the internet to curb your jealousy, don’t get sour just because you see others living well. Instead of envying on the internet, you might as well enrich your own life, earn more money, and live the life you envy."

"What’s the use of just envying and resenting others? Put that energy into making money, that’s the real deal, right?"

"Moreover, if you think you have the capabilities, then do like I did, fish up a ten-meter-long giant python, and then you can live in a villa too..."

"Besides, you journalists, instead of interviewing these gossipy events here, you should put more effort into focusing on the kids in the impoverished mountainous areas!"

Having said that, Ye Chen turned around and walked away, taking Liao Xuexue with him.

Leaving a group of bewildered journalists standing there.

In their memory, this was the first time Ye Chen had spoken in such a tough manner since he became famous.

The female journalist, who was responsible for interviewing Ye Chen just now, was also rendered speechless by his words.

As for Liao Xuexue, who was being pulled away by Ye Chen, she was showing starry eyes at the moment.

Is Teacher Ye this handsome?

Liao Xuexue only felt that Teacher Ye in front of her was immensely tall, like a towering giant.

So handsome!

Really like...

Teacher Ye’s words just now were so beautiful!

Exactly how you should retort those journalists who ask nothing of substance!

As Ye Chen led Liao Xuexue into the TV station’s lobby,

the security at the door also stopped those journalists who wanted to follow.

Just stepping into the lobby, Ye Chen saw Zhou Tao, who had been waiting there for a while.

Zhou Tao had actually noticed when Ye Chen arrived at the TV station entrance, he just hadn’t come out.

The reason he didn’t was that he wanted to see how Ye Chen would deal with these journalists.

Zhou Tao heard every word of the speech clearly.

In fact, this morning, Zhou Tao had learned about the buzz on the internet regarding Ye Chen buying a new car.

Regarding this, he didn’t have any particular opinion.

He even felt a bit indignant on Ye Chen’s behalf.

After all, Ye Chen is just an ordinary person. The guy buys a car and you all sour it up like this.

Is there no justice left?

Seeing Ye Chen coming towards him, Zhou Tao smiled and said, "You’re here!"

Ye Chen nodded, and at this moment, Liao Xuexue, who had come back to her senses, also pulled away from Ye Chen’s large hand and glared at him with a hint of resentment.

Ye Chen simply ignored it, went up to Zhou Tao, and said helplessly, "These journalists are asking questions that are just too outrageous."

"Nicely retorted!" Zhou Tao gave Ye Chen a thumbs up, then changed the topic.

"By the way, I have something to tell you."

"What?" Ye Chen looked at Zhou Tao curiously.

Zhou Tao smiled and said, "Considering you saved the university girl who fell into the water yesterday, the higher-ups in Jiang City have decided to present you with the title of Five-Good Youth at today’s news conference."

Upon hearing this, Ye Chen was somewhat surprised.

However, Liao Xuexue standing next to him was even more surprised.

After all, the title of Five-Good Youth is not something that Jiang City just casually awards.

According to Liao Xuexue’s memory, it had been many years since Jiang City last awarded the title of Five-Good Youth.

Five-Good Youth is a title reserved for those who have made outstanding contributions to Jiang City.

And it’s for the youth who are sufficiently excellent, only they can earn such a designation.

For instance, achieving success in the field of scientific research, or young entrepreneurs starting successful businesses that increase the GDP of their hometown.

Or making significant contributions, and so on...

Who would have thought that Ye Chen would receive such an accolade.

For a moment, Liao Xuexue looked at Ye Chen with adoration.

And Zhou Tao was also curiously observing Ye Chen, wondering what his reaction would be after learning about this.

After all, this Five-Good Youth title was certainly rare in Jiang City.

Under the gaze of the two, Ye Chen first frowned and scratched his head.

"Five-Good Youth? What Five-Good Youth?"

Having said that, he looked at Zhou Tao with a mischievous grin and rubbed his fingers together.

"Is there a cash reward?"

Upon hearing this, both Zhou Tao and Liao Xuexue almost fell over.

Goodness...

Does this kid only have money in his eyes?

Zhou Tao looked at Ye Chen with a stern face and said irritably, "Can’t you think about some positive things?"

"It’s a pity that you usually do things with positive energy; can’t your ideological awareness be elevated a bit?"

"Let me tell you, this title doesn’t come with a monetary reward; it’s a kind of honor..."

Before Zhou Tao could finish, Ye Chen sighed, "Ah..."

"Isn’t that just like a silk banner? It’d be more practical to award me some cash."

Zhou Tao: "..."

Liao Xuexue: "..."

Then, Ye Chen said, "Speaking of which, when will I get my 500,000 yuan prize money?"

"Is it cash or a bank transfer?"

"Cash wouldn’t do; 500,000 would be about this high, right?" Ye Chen gestured with his hands as he spoke.

Zhou Tao sighed, thinking that this kid Ye Chen is really incurable when it comes to money.

But in all fairness, the guy does make his money through righteous means.

And Zhou Tao admired that.

So, Zhou Tao explained, "After your part is over in the news conference, the money will be transferred to your bank account."

"Let’s go, come with me backstage to check out your speech script."

Zhou Tao said this and turned to walk towards the backstage of the news conference, waving at Ye Chen as he did.

Ye Chen and Liao Xuexue followed behind him.

They quickly reached the backstage.

There weren’t many people backstage, just a few staff members scattered around.

When they saw Ye Chen, they were clearly excited, but perhaps because of the formality of today’s occasion,

they didn’t come over to greet him.

However, Ye Chen could still feel their excitement from their fervent eyes.

Zhou Tao handed Ye Chen several A4 papers: "Here’s your speech script."

"When it’s your turn, the staff will call you, and all you have to do is go up on the stage to receive your award, then express your feelings, just follow what’s written on the script."

"The news conference is about to start, I have to go and get ready..."