Her tears finally burst free.
Li Xiaoyue could no longer contain her emotions and let the tears stream down her face.
She wasn't sad. She was moved, and more than that, the hurt she had bottled up for ten years had finally found an outlet.
After all those years of being bullied by her in-laws and judged by the villagers, had anyone ever told her, "You're the only one I trust"?
With all the strength she had, she gave a firm nod.
"Yes!"
Her voice was choked with tears, but utterly resolute.
"I... I won't let you down!"
After comforting Li Xiaoyue, Chen Lin walked around the construction site with her, outlining more of his plans for the future. Only when she had finally put her worries behind her and a long-absent smile bloomed on her face did he take her home.
Watching Li Xiaoyue walk through her front door, Chen Lin let out a relieved breath as well.
One more weight was off his mind.
He turned, his gaze piercing the darkness as he looked toward Magic City.
Everything in Yicheng was now on track.
Su Mei and the Construction Group were overseeing the resort project.
His second uncle and aunt were running Farmhouse Courtyard.
Xiaoyue, whom he trusted most, was keeping watch over the company's finances.
It was time he took care of some personal business.
Wang Lei.
Li Wei.
It was time to settle every score, old and new.
He would need Clear Wind Bright Moon's abilities on this trip to Magic City, so taking a plane or high-speed train would be inconvenient.
He decided to drive there himself.
Early the next morning.
Chen Lin told his second uncle and aunt he was heading out to discuss a business deal and would be back in a few