New York, Hell's Kitchen, Good Fortune Restaurant.
A week had passed since the Eiffel Tower Brawl.
The High Table had offered a series of concessions to appease the French leader, averting a disaster. As for Marquis Vincent de Gramont's family, they were not only hit by Kingpin's forces, but also disappeared from history under the combined pressure of the High Table and the government.
Thanks to the official interception, the citizens of Paris didn't know they'd avoided a large-scale attack. Everything returned to normal, as if nothing had happened.
Only those in the dark world knew that Marquis Vincent de Gramont had betrayed the High Table, colluding with terrorists to try and destroy the center of Paris, but it was resolved by Chen Ye, the new Elder of the High Table.
That's right, it had been two days since Chen Ye was recognized by the High Table.
Chen Ye had also returned to his restaurant in Hell's Kitchen to live a normal life.
"Chen Ye, you did such a huge thing, and you didn't bring me along. You don't love me anymore!"
Deadpool, upon learning about this, slammed the table and whined to Chen Ye in his usual cheeky way, complaining that he hadn't been included in something so fun.
"Alright, alright, the situation was urgent last time, and I didn't know where you were off gallivanting. That's why I didn't call you."
Chen Ye didn't turn around, continuing to sip his tea.
"I really want to try what it feels like to be blown up by a big mushroom. I wonder if it could kill me. Remember to call me next time there's something like that!"
It turned out Deadpool just wanted to see if a big mushroom could kill him.
"I doubt it. With your abilities, even if the Earth was destroyed, you wouldn't die," Chen Ye rolled his eyes.
Footsteps came from outside the restaurant. The newcomers were Winston, John Wick, and an Adjudicator from the High Table.
The Adjudicator walked over to the tea table, took out a briefcase, opened it, and placed it in front of Chen Ye. He said, "This is the High Table's Elder Gold Coin, Adjudicator Gold Coins, as well as your Identity Verification Card and an Elder's Phone."
"There are a total of three Elder Gold Coins. As long as you go to any force controlled by the High Table and present the Elder Gold Coin, they will do their utmost to serve you."
"This Identity Verification Card has your exclusive verification code. This is used when you need to issue any instructions or bounties on the High Table for verification. With your Elder's authority, you can perform a series of operations on it."
"Here are a total of nine Adjudicator Gold Coins, representing that you can have nine Adjudicators under your command. The identity information of the Adjudicators needs to be uploaded to the High Table's file center for identity verification."
"As for the Elder's Phone, it's for your use during meetings. Generally speaking, the High Table holds Elder meetings, and a big shot like you certainly doesn't have time to go to the headquarters, so you just need to use this phone to attend the meetings."
Chen Ye understood after hearing the Adjudicator's explanation.
Deadpool, who was beside him, quickly took out an Elder Gold Coin, put it in his mouth, and bit it. Hmm, not bad, it has teeth marks. Then, he silently put it into his pocket.
"Can this thing be remade if I lose it?" Chen Ye asked.
The Adjudicator was speechless after hearing the question. "Elder Chen Ye, this has never happened in the High Table's history, so there shouldn't be a problem."
"Pietro, put that thing away, don't let some red-hooded thief snatch it," Chen Ye said, practically naming names.
Pietro stepped forward and took the briefcase from the Adjudicator, glaring at Deadpool, who was eyeing it covetously.
As for the Elder Gold Coin that Deadpool had stolen, Chen Ye and Pietro tacitly agreed not to ask for it back.
The Adjudicator then took out another briefcase from beside him and opened it, revealing numerous file folders inside.
"Elder Chen Ye, this contains the Marquis's legacy within the High Table. Considering you're not in Paris, the High Table has taken the liberty of converting it to something more convenient for you." Apparently, this was the High Table's hush money and thank-you gift to Chen Ye.
"The first part mainly consists of real estate, armories, and training bases across the United States."
"The second part is the Marquis's shares in investment companies, as well as some bonds, and so on."
"As for the third…"
Chen Ye cut off the Adjudicator directly, "Alright, alright, no need to say more. Send them all to Fisk Tower. No need to say anything else."
It wasn't that Chen Ye wasn't interested in money; he was afraid that knowing too much detail would make him lazy and lose interest in earning money. Besides, even a lot of money was useless in the Marvel universe. Could he pull out a check for a hundred billion when Thanos came and say, "Here, take this and leave Earth"? Moreover, Chen Ye didn't even have a hundred billion.
If Thanos left with a hundred billion, Chen Ye would find a way to kidnap Iron Man or something.
Anyway, Chen Ye knew he wouldn't be able to spend it all in this lifetime.
The High Table Adjudicator saw that Chen Ye wasn't interested in money and was very impressed. He continued to explain, "These are the High Table's assassins stationed in New York. This is their personnel list and detailed information."
"There were originally around 100 people, but after their rampage in Hell's Kitchen, you, Elder, took out a portion of them. Currently, there are less than 30 left."
"This group of subordinates was sent to you by the High Table Elders. You can use them however you wish."
Chen Ye was a little embarrassed after hearing about the gifts the Elders had sent. He said, "Forget it, let them go back. After all, I've taken out quite a few of them. They'll feel awkward seeing me, and I'll feel awkward seeing them." After all, he had almost killed them all. Now, he wanted their loyalty? Even if they didn't say anything, they'd definitely have some resentment. It was better to just forget about it.
The Adjudicator seemed to know what Chen Ye was thinking: "Elder Chen Ye, don't worry. If you don't accept them, they will be required to commit collective suicide, so taking them in is actually saving them."
Chen Ye nodded in agreement, tacitly accepting the matter. It was, in a way, saving their lives. As for their arrangements, he'd wait until the school community opened. They'd need quite a few security guards to ensure the students' safety. He could have them work there. The streets also lacked sanitation workers.
"Finally, regarding the reconstruction of the New York Continental Hotel, do you have any suggestions?" the Adjudicator asked.
"The location will be in the adjacent block, and then Winston will come over," Chen Ye said, signaling to Winston.
Winston, who was nearby, quickly stood up.
Chen Ye led Winston and said to the Adjudicator, "I don't need to introduce this person to you, I presume. This is the former manager of the New York Continental Hotel, Winston. He is now one of my Adjudicators. He will be fully responsible for the new hotel's construction."
Winston looked at Chen Ye with gratitude: "Thank you for avenging me and allowing me to manage the Continental Hotel again. I will definitely manage it well for you."
Winston was filled with gratitude. On the one hand, he had served the High Table for so long, only to be kicked out by the Marquis for breaking the rules. The Marquis had even blown up the New York Continental Hotel, which was the result of his years of effort, and killed his good housekeeper.
Chen Ye not only avenged him, but also, despite having known him for only a short time, entrusted him with the New York Continental Hotel. Chen Ye's trust deeply moved Winston, who had experienced the ups and downs of life.
A scholar will die for those who understand him. Winston decided to entrust his old life to Chen Ye.
Afterward, Winston asked Chen Ye, "I wonder if you have any requirements for this Continental Hotel, such as renovations or layout?"
Chen Ye said with confidence, "I trust you to handle it. You can discuss the rest with the people from the High Table. I only have one requirement: the ordinary positions in the Continental Hotel should be given priority to the people from Hell's Kitchen."
Winston was stunned when he heard this. He wasn't sure if he had heard correctly, and then quickly asked again, "Could you say that again?"
Chen Ye saw his reaction and understood, "You heard correctly. I only have one requirement, which is that the ordinary positions in the Continental Hotel, such as waiters, cleaners, and chefs, should give priority to hiring ordinary residents of Hell's Kitchen."
Winston, hearing Chen Ye's affirmative answer, thought for a moment. Then, he looked at Chen Ye with an expression of admiration. He didn't expect Chen Ye to not seek benefits for himself, but instead to consider the ordinary people of Hell's Kitchen. He thought to himself that he had indeed chosen the right person, and such a person was worth following.
Winston bowed ninety degrees, his right hand over his heart, offering the highest salute: "Your request, I will fulfill with my life. I am willing to guarantee it with my life."
"Ding!"
"Congratulations to the host, successfully adding Winston as a friend."
"Obtained Attribute: Noble Etiquette lv8"
"Congratulations to the host..."
"Congratulations to the host, Winston's favorability has increased to full stars (six-star limit)."
"Congratulations to the host, Winston has become your family."
"You have obtained all of Winston's skills, existing skills have automatically increased by one level."
"The subsequent skill improvements of family members will also automatically improve the host's skills."
"Congratulations, Host. Currently, the number of family members is (2). With three more family members, the system will be upgraded."
"Please, Host, keep up the good work."
Hearing the system's prompt, Chen Ye looked at Winston in surprise. He hadn't expected it would be so easy to make Winston his family member.
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