Qian Rourou's beautiful eyes were filled with shock. She was well aware of Ellis's identity.
Although merely the captain of the Pearl, he was a member of the Nordic royal family, possessing extremely noble status.
Yet, at this moment, he was kneeling on the ground, calling Ye Kunlun master!
Qian Rourou looked at Ye Kunlun, her cheeks flushing. Just moments ago, she had thought Ye Kunlun was too arrogant. It turned out he truly had the strength to back it up.
At the same time, Qian Rourou's curiosity about Ye Kunlun's identity deepened.
Ye Yuansen quickly regained his senses, his heart churning with disbelief. "Impossible, how can this be?"
"Master, Ellis has always served diligently, taking care of your Pearl as if it were a child!"
Ellis's eyes were red, his voice choked with emotion. "But last year, when passing through South Solly, we were attacked by pirates. Although we repelled them, the ship sustained some damage!"
Ellis felt wronged and feared Ye Kunlun's punishment.
"Get up, you've done very well," Ye Kunlun smiled at Ellis.
He had descended the mountain with his master two years ago and visited Northern Europe.
At that time, Ye Kunlun had healed a royal relative, and the Nordic royal family had gifted him the Pearl.
Only then did Ellis rise and stand respectfully beside Ye Kunlun, glaring at Ye Yuansen. "Master, do you have a feud with this person? I shall have him thrown overboard immediately!"
Ellis paid no mind to Ye Yuansen's identity. As long as Ye Kunlun was on the Pearl, he was the true master.
Ye Yuansen's face was pale, feigning composure. He angrily said to Ellis, "Captain Ellis, have you made a mistake? This person is a traitor who escaped from my Ye family years ago. How could he be the owner of the Pearl?"
"I understand now. You must have been bribed by this brat, and you're putting on a show with him, right?"
Ye Yuansen seemed to have figured it out, revealing an angry expression. "Captain Ellis, how much did he pay you? I'll offer double!"
Ye Yuansen would never believe that Ye Kunlun was the owner of the Pearl!
After all, the whole world knew that the Pearl belonged to the Nordic royal family.
Ellis glared at Ye Yuansen. If Ye Kunlun gave the order, he would unhesitatingly throw Ye Yuansen off the ship.
"As I said, I'm here to wreck the place today!" Ye Kunlun smiled and stared at Ye Yuansen. "Ellis, smash all the decorations here!"
"Yes!"
Upon receiving Ye Kunlun's command, Ellis beckoned the sailors, and they stormed into the meticulously arranged venue, smashing everything.
"No, you can't smash it!"
"Heavens, how could this happen!"
The guests cried out in alarm and dodged, fearing they would be caught in the chaos.
Ye Yuansen trembled with rage. He was supposed to be elected as the chairman of the Chamber of Commerce today, but Ye Kunlun had ruined the event.
If this got out, his reputation in Qingcheng would be utterly destroyed.
Even if he became the chairman of the Qingcheng Chamber of Commerce, the humiliation of today would linger like a persistent shadow, becoming the talk of Qingcheng for years to come.
Ye Yuansen lost his composure and roared at Ellis, "Ellis, I, I will report you to the Nordic Chamber of Commerce!!"
Ellis snorted, "Even if you report to the Nordic royal family, the outcome will be the same. Keep smashing!"
In an instant, the lavishly decorated venue was reduced to a scene of utter devastation.
"Ye Kunlun, you've gone too far!"
Ye Yuansen stared intently at Ye Kunlun, unable to comprehend how Ye Kunlun had managed to make Ellis work for him.
Ye Kunlun smiled and looked at the trembling Ye Yuansen. "This is just the beginning. Smashing your venue was just an appetizer. The big gift I sent you should be arriving around now."
Ye Yuansen's heart sank, a bad feeling washing over him.
Just then, his phone suddenly rang.
Seeing the caller ID, Ye Yuansen frowned and quickly answered. "Director Chen... What? Director Chen, this loan isn't due until the end of next year... Director Chen, let's talk in person. Our relationship..."
Before Ye Yuansen could say more, the call was abruptly disconnected.
Ye Yuansen was about to explode with anger. With the venue smashed by Ye Kunlun, the election for chairman was certainly out of the question.
To make matters worse, the bank was calling to demand repayment of a loan, citing issues with their business reputation and demanding immediate repayment.
It was truly one disaster after another!
"Damn it!" Ye Yuansen cursed, glaring at Ye Kunlun. "Ye Kunlun, this isn't over. I'll let you off the hook for today!"
With that, Ye Yuansen turned and prepared to leave with his men.
Just then, his phone vibrated incessantly, and he received over a dozen text messages from the bank.
He clicked them open, and his face turned ashen.
All the major banks in Qingcheng were simultaneously demanding repayment from the Ye family. It was clear someone was targeting them.
"How was it? Did you like the big gift... Uncle?" Ye Kunlun teased Ye Yuansen, whose face had turned exceptionally grim.
"Was it you?" Ye Yuansen gritted his teeth, refusing to believe Ye Kunlun possessed such capabilities. "Stop pretending to be so powerful. Once I've dealt with my company's issues, I'll settle scores with you!!"
Ye Yuansen and his entourage rushed towards their company.
With the major banks in Qingcheng demanding repayment, the Ye family would be unable to cope. If this matter wasn't resolved, the Ye family would likely suffer a severe blow.
Ye Kunlun did not stop Ye Yuansen as he left in a flustered state.
His objective for the day had been achieved.
After Ye Yuansen's departure, the expressions of the other guests toward Ye Kunlun changed.
From initial disdain, they now regarded him with awe.
Who would dare show him any disrespect now?
"Young friend, are you truly the owner of the Pearl?" Yun Muy野 approached Ye Kunlun, his eyes still filled with profound shock.
He recalled his old friend Mu Wenjing's words: if Ye Kunlun stamped his foot, the entire Qingcheng could crumble instantly.
He hadn't believed it then.
But what had just happened made him believe his old friend's words.
"Grandpa, perhaps Ye Kunlun is friends with Captain Ellis and simply couldn't stand Ye Yuansen's attitude," Yun Chuxue said, finding it unlikely and speaking up for Ye Kunlun.
"Oh, is that so?" Yun Muy野 looked at Ye Kunlun.
"Ellis is indeed my friend," Ye Kunlun replied, following Yun Chuxue's lead, offering no further explanation.
Those who believed would believe, and no amount of explanation would sway those who didn't.
"I see that Elder Yun is in excellent health, and you can continue to serve as the chairman of the Chamber of Commerce," Ye Kunlun said with a smile.
"I think so too."
"Yes, Elder Yun is in very good health; he can certainly serve for another ten years."
"I support Elder Yun continuing as the chairman of the Chamber of Commerce. Everyone has witnessed Elder Yun's contributions to the Chamber of Commerce in recent years!"
"I support it too!"
Suddenly, everyone chimed in their agreement, supporting Yun Muy野's continued tenure as chairman of the Chamber of Commerce.
However, a portion of the attendees remained silent, choosing to observe and see what actions the Ye family would take in the coming days.
After all, not everyone dared to offend the Ye family.
"Alas, I am old, but I appreciate your kind intentions," Yun Muy野 sighed.
He still harbored some reservations regarding the Ye family.
Ye Kunlun, sensing his apprehension, smiled and revealed his true intention. "Elder Yun, what do you think of Chuxue serving as the chairman of the Qingcheng Chamber of Commerce?"