Lin Yuan Pictures' Next Evolution

In the study of the small Douglas Estate, Lin Yuan leaned comfortably against the back of his chair, holding a cup of milk coffee loaded with sugar.

The table was also covered with all kinds of little desserts. Being able to indulge in sweets without worrying about gaining weight was truly a blessing.

It had been a long time since he had sat in this spot by the window. Returning here from the Gobi Desert in the far northwest always left him feeling as though a lifetime had passed.

Knock, knock, knock!

A knock came from the door.

He could tell from the knocking alone that it was GAKKI-chan. Lin Yuan knew that rhythm too well—two light knocks, followed by one heavy one.

Under normal circumstances, she would not have knocked before coming in.

Lin Yuan had almost nothing to hide from GAKKI-chan.

Even if he was fixing pipes or watching some little videos, there was no need to avoid her.

The only reason GAKKI-chan would knock was because there were visitors.

"Come in," Lin Yuan said.

GAKKI-chan entered with Director Miller and Director Nolan.

Lin Yuan was quite surprised to see the two directors arrive together.

His schedule had been empty that morning. He had planned to steal half a day of rest amid his busy schedule.

Yet the burdens of life still had to weigh on his shoulders at every moment.

"Good morning, Directors," Lin Yuan said as he rose to greet them.

"Long time no see," Director Nolan said.

"I'm very glad to see you again," Director Miller said.

Lin Yuan invited the two to sit, while GAKKI-chan arranged for the butler to prepare coffee.

Once they had settled into their seats, Lin Yuan smiled and asked Director Nolan, "What brings you here today? Aren't you busy