Li Xiaoyue returned from outside just then, holding a set of planning drawings.
"Chen Lin, Mayor An just came here in person. He brought planning experts from the province, too."
Pointing to several hills around Chen Family Village on the drawings, Li Xiaoyue said gently, "The city government has decided to allocate all Three Mountain Peaks to the Resort, free of charge. Mayor An hopes you'll turn this place into the world's finest 'sacred sanctuary.'"
"He also hinted that the directive came from higher up. As long as you agree, the government will handle everything: relocating the villagers on those hills, building roads, and clearing the land."
Chen Lin took the drawings, a sharp gleam flashing in his eyes.
The Three Mountain Peaks were ideally situated, forming a rough triangle that sheltered Chen Family Village at its center.
"All right. Since they're being so generous, I'll accept."
Chen Lin silently considered using the Three Mountain Peaks to set up a large Spirit-Gathering Formation in the future.
When that happened, Chen Family Village's plants and animals would evolve again, and even the ordinary people living there would enjoy longer lives, free from illness.
Just then, Friday, who had been meticulously sweeping the courtyard, abruptly stopped.
Red light flashed violently in its mechanical eyes. Its voice remained steady, but carried a chilling edge.
"Master, warning."
"Three Western commercial satellites have been detected making frequent passes over Chen Family Village at an orbital altitude of 350 kilometers. They are attempting hyperspectral scanning and synthetic-aperture radar imaging."
"They are attempting to penetrate the cloud cover and analyze the energy fluctuations in the backyard."
Chen Lin's expression instantly turned cold.
He slowly stood, brushed the peach fuzz off his clothes, and looked up at the azure sky.
"Looks like some bugs still haven't learned their