Chapter 103: Impeachment

The collaboration between the Ye family and the overseas Hong family was, astonishingly, orchestrated by Ye Tianlin himself.

Even the formidable overseas Hong family, such a colossal entity, had already become subordinate!

Chen Zhigang could hardly believe it; he had been completely unprepared for this revelation.

In his understanding, Ye Tianlin was merely riding on the prestige of his noble lineage, enjoying privileges without effort as the young master of the Ye family.

All his achievements, Chen thought, were simply bestowed upon him by the Ye family itself; none of it was truly due to Ye Tianlin’s own ability.

Without the backing of the Ye family, one lone Ye Tianlin could never stir any significant waves—he would ultimately amount to nothing, a complete failure.

Chen Zhigang could not fathom why Hong Jianian exhibited such terror. What was the reason behind it?

Only when Hong Jianian uttered the title “Supreme Lord” did Chen Zhigang feel as if struck by lightning, suddenly enlightened as all his doubts vanished.

Having served the capital’s financial consortium for many years, Chen Zhigang certainly knew the meaning of the title “Supreme Lord.”

The title was none other than the head of the capital’s financial consortium, the ultimate figure behind the scenes!

“How is this possible?”

“He… he actually is the Supreme Lord?”

“I understand now—the overseas Hong family is subordinate to the capital’s financial consortium!”

At that moment, Chen Zhigang’s complexion changed drastically; he trembled uncontrollably, cold sweat pouring from every pore, his eyes filled with unprecedented fear.

What shocked him most was not only Ye Tianlin’s identity as the Supreme Lord but also the overwhelming power of the capital’s financial consortium—capable of wiping out the Ye family with a mere flick of the hand!

Hong Jianian roared angrily, “You dare act recklessly before the Supreme Lord without understanding the situation? You are courting death! From now on, you are relieved of your position!”

Upon hearing this, Chen Zhigang’s face went pale with emotion. He immediately prostrated himself, banging his head desperately in a near-wailing manner, stammering, “Supreme Lord, I did not mean to offend. Had I known your identity earlier, even if you struck me down on the spot, I would not have dared to act so!”

Hong Jianian’s fury flared anew, and with a slap, he shouted, “So your words mean that if the situation were reversed, you would have dared?”

“I was wrong. I will never dare again. Please do not dismiss me!” Chen Zhigang trembled with fright, almost crawling away in desperation.

No matter how much he pondered, he never expected such twists and turns. Having endured two major upheavals before, he thought that joining the overseas Hong family would bring peace and a smooth ascent, only to end up clashing headlong with Ye Tianlin once more!

Counting all incidents, there had been no less than three misfortunes—a streak so cursed it was unbearable, filling him with shame and despair, wishing he could simply disappear.

“You really are unlucky. Joining the overseas Hong family should have been a great opportunity for you, with many potential achievements in the future. But somehow, you always run into me at critical moments. If there’s anyone to blame, it’s your own bad luck,” Ye Tianlin said coldly.

“It’s all my fault for being shortsighted. Supreme Lord, please forgive me and overlook my existence as if I were a mere speck. I promise to follow your instructions meticulously in this cooperation, and I will surely astonish the matriarch!” Chen Zhigang pleaded tearfully.

Ye Tianlin shook his head slowly. “It’s a minor matter; I’m not angry. But this business would be the same if handed to someone else. There’s no need for someone I dislike to keep appearing before me.”

“Now, get out!”

Hong Jianian shot a sharp glance.

Chen Zhigang’s face twisted bitterly; utterly defeated, he suppressed his helplessness and slunk away in disgrace.

At that moment, Hong Jianian personally poured tea and carefully placed it before Ye Tianlin.

Ye Tianlin took a sip and asked, “How is the cooperation progressing now?”

Hong Jianian breathed a quiet sigh of relief, thinking it was fortunate that the Supreme Lord was not angry—otherwise, the consequences would be dire. The Supreme Lord’s wrath was beyond what the overseas Hong family could withstand.

Moreover, the capital’s financial consortium’s strength was far more formidable than it appeared on the surface.

With utmost respect, Hong Jianian reported, “Please rest assured, Supreme Lord. All is proceeding according to your wishes. Both parties have begun negotiations.”

“And following your instructions, the final cooperation agreement will be presented to you personally, for your approval and final signature.”

“Of course, the matriarch is currently unaware that such an arrangement will be made.”

Hearing this, Ye Tianlin nodded in satisfaction. Just as he was about to speak, his phone suddenly rang.

It was the matriarch herself calling.

Ye Tianlin raised a hand, signaling Hong Jianian to remain silent, then brought the phone to his ear.

Immediately, the matriarch’s familiar voice came through, carrying an undeniable tone of command.

“Ye Tianlin, the three senior elders have personally arrived in Jiangnan and jointly submitted an impeachment against your status as young master. I give you one hour to come to the Tiandu Chamber of Commerce and admit your fault.”

“Otherwise… bear the consequences!”