The God of Wealth starts with doing whatever you want

As the morning light pierces through the clouds, the outline of Crescent Island becomes fully visible against the azure waves of the Pacific Ocean.

In just half a month, the artificial island completed its final transformation.

From the air, it looks like a delicate seashell set on the azure sea.

The circular main island is dotted with buildings arranged in a staggered manner, with a lush green ecological park in the center and a ring of silvery white sand beaches on the outside.

Surrounding the main island are three small, affiliated islands arranged in a triangle, serving functions of scientific research, security, and leisure, respectively.

Xu Yun stood in front of the floor-to-ceiling window of the main control tower, holding a cup of freshly brewed coffee in his hand.

His gaze pierced through the glass, looking towards the distant runway where private planes were landing. Today, the first batch of "residents" would arrive.

"Xu, the system self-check completion rate is 100%."

Isabella's voice came through the communicator, saying, "All defense mechanisms, ecological cycles, and energy supplies are ready."

According to your design, Crescent Island can operate completely self-sufficiently for over fifty years.

"very good."

Xu Yun took a sip of coffee and smiled, "Notify all departments to proceed with the welcoming work according to Plan A."

"clear."

After hanging up the communication, Xu Yun's gaze fell on the holographic projection on the control panel.

The screen displays real-time data streams from global financial markets.

After two weeks of intensive operations, he completely absorbed the businesses of three ancient European families, as well as several ancient institutions and organizations, and integrated them with his existing business empire.

At this moment, the total assets controlled by Xu Yun Group have reached an astronomical figure, requiring even the most advanced supercomputers to complete precise calculations in ten minutes.

More importantly, this integration is not a simple addition.

Through the advanced technology and business models provided by the system, these ancient assets have been revitalized after being restructured.

Traditional manufacturing is introducing smart production lines, while the energy industry is shifting towards pilot applications of controlled nuclear fusion.

Meanwhile, the financial sector holds an absolute advantage in the global market thanks to its advanced algorithmic models.

Xu Yun gently swiped his finger, and the projection switched to the global influence assessment chart.

The red radial lines radiate from Crescent Island, covering almost all the major economic regions of all continents.

A single sentence from him can indeed cause a stir in a certain industry;
A single decision can alter the economic trajectory of a small country.

This is no longer a matter of wealth.

This is a completely new form of power.

A global influence built purely through economics and technology, without relying on political status or military power.

Xu Yun's lips curled up slightly.

Five years have passed, from that ordinary night when I obtained the system to standing at the top of the world today. The journey has been exceptionally smooth.

"Mr. Xu, the first aircraft has entered the landing procedure."

Isabella reported again, saying, "It's Ms. Fu Baoying and Xu Xiaozhi's private plane."

Xu Yun put down his coffee cup: "I'll go pick it up myself."

The airport is located on the southeast side of the main island, and its runway is long enough to accommodate the largest civilian passenger aircraft currently in operation.

When Xu Yun arrived, Fu Baoying's Gulfstream G700 had just landed smoothly.

The cabin door opened, and Fu Baoying led five-year-old Xu Xiaozhi down the gangway.

The little girl, wearing a light blue dress, brightened up when she saw Xu Yun: "Daddy!"

"Xiao Zhi!"

Xu Yun squatted down and opened his arms.

His daughter rushed into his arms, her little hands tightly wrapped around his neck.

"Did you miss your dad?" Xu Yun kissed his daughter's cheek.

"miss you!"

Xu Xiaozhi nodded vigorously and said, "Mom said you built a big island, bigger than Hong Kong, is that true?"

You'll see when you get there.

Xu Yun stood up with a smile and looked at Fu Baoying.

Today, Fu Baoying is wearing a beige business suit, her hair neatly styled in a bun, still maintaining her image as a capable and strong woman.

But Xu Yun could see the weariness in her eyes.

To facilitate this relocation, she worked almost continuously for 72 hours to arrange everything in Hong Kong.

"You've worked hard." Xu Yun stepped forward and gently hugged her.

"Fortunately."

Fu Baoying leaned on his shoulder, her voice relaxed, and laughed, "Finally, I've finished handing over everything that needed to be handed over."

Li Zekai was very cooperative; when he heard we were moving to Crescent Island, he offered to take on the subsequent coordination and cooperation work.

Xu Yun nodded and said, "He's smart; he knows that Crescent Island will become the new center."

"Mom, I want to see the sea!" Xu Xiaozhi shook Fu Baoying's hand.

"Okay, okay, I'll take you there now."

Fu Baoying smiled and looked at Xu Yun, asking, "Where are our accommodations arranged?"

"Area A, Courtyard 1"

Xu Yun pointed to a cluster of villas not far away and said, "It was designed according to your previous requirements. It has a private garden, a swimming pool, and a study facing the sea."

Xiao Zhi's room is on the second floor, and the window faces the children's play area.

"You've thought of everything so carefully," Fu Baoying said gently.

"Of course."

The three of them got into an electric scooter and drove slowly along the island's ring road.

Xu Xiaozhi leaned against the car window, her eyes wide as she gazed at the scenery along the way.

Tall, straight coconut trees, colorful flowerbeds, uniquely shaped sculptures, and the sea sparkling in the sunlight in the distance.

"Dad, this place is so beautiful!" she exclaimed excitedly.

"Do you like it?" Xu Yun patted her head.

"I love it! I love it even more than my home in Hong Kong!"

Seeing her daughter's joyful expression, Fu Baoying's last bit of worry disappeared.

She had initially worried that her child wouldn't adapt to life on the island, but now it seems that her worries were completely unfounded.

Area A, located on the north side of the island, is a residential area designed specifically for Xu Yun's closest family members.

Courtyard No. 1 covers an area of ​​approximately 2,000 square meters. The main building is a three-story villa that combines Chinese and Western styles, with white walls, gray tiles, and floor-to-ceiling windows, which retains traditional charm while incorporating modern design.

Inside the courtyard, a female housekeeper in uniform had been waiting for some time.

"Ms. Fu, Miss Xiaozhi, welcome to Crescent Island."

I am your personal butler, Lin Wan. Please feel free to contact me anytime you need anything during your stay on the island.

Fu Baoying nodded and led Xu Xiaozhi into the courtyard.

When she saw the meticulously maintained garden and the open-air tea room facing the sea, she couldn't help but exclaim, "It's even more beautiful than the design drawings."

"Your and Miss's room has been prepared."

Lin Wan smiled and said, "Lunch will be ready in half an hour. The chef team has already learned about your and Miss Xiaozhi's eating habits."

In addition, the babysitting team in the children's area is already in place and ready to play and learn with Miss Zhi at any time.

Xu Yun felt much more at ease after seeing that Fu Baoying had settled down.

He checked the time; the next group of guests should be arriving soon.

"You rest first, I still need to pick up other people," he said to Fu Baoying.

"Go."

Fu Baoying nodded understandingly and asked, "Shall we have dinner together tonight?"

"of course."

For the next two days, the sky above Crescent Island was almost constantly filled with the roar of airplanes.

Chen Xin arrived with Xu Miaomiao and Zhang Sujuan.

The old lady couldn't wait to see her grandchildren as soon as she got off the plane.

When he discovered that Xu Xiaozhi was already on the island, he was overjoyed and immediately offered to arrange for his two granddaughters to stay in the adjacent courtyard.

"This way it will be easier for me to take care of her."

Zhong Yanyan and Xinuo arrived on the same flight, both carrying their children.

Zhong Yanyan's son and daughter are already over a year old and are just learning to walk.

Xinuo's daughter, who had just turned one year old, was curiously looking around at her new environment in her mother's arms.

Because of their pregnancies, Li Jinshu and Su Mu traveled on a specially modified private jet equipped with state-of-the-art medical equipment and a dedicated medical team.

Both women were wearing loose maternity clothes when they got off the plane, and their bellies were already noticeably protruding.

Xu Yun carefully helped them into the car, repeatedly reminding the driver to drive slowly.

Yang Siqi flew directly from Beijing.

Her career had just entered a new expansion phase, and she originally planned to postpone the move, but after hearing that the other sisters had arrived, she eventually adjusted her schedule.

Interestingly, the moment she met Xu Yun, she quietly told him that she might have "won the lottery".

My period is two weeks late, so I haven't had a chance to confirm it yet.

Song Xiaowei, Jian Shiwei, and Ning Qian came together. The three strong women reduced their workload and specifically set aside a week to handle the relocation matters.

As the head housekeeper, Yu Xuan was the last to leave Jiangcheng, as she wanted to ensure that all the handover work went smoothly.

When Lin Suiling flew in from Hangzhou, she rode her custom-made motorcycle directly off the plane, drawing gasps of surprise.

Although Wang Yang was in the prime of her career, she still took the time to stay on the island for three days, leaving a unique mark on the new villa with her red high heels.

Anargul flew over during her school holiday and plans to stay on the island for a month.

Lee Young-ae and Ayase Haruka could only stay for two days due to work commitments, but both said they would come often in the future.

The two sisters from the Soviet Union flew for a full sixteen hours from Eastern Europe and arrived late at night, but they were still in high spirits and chatted with Xu Yun in the newly built Eastern European-style villa until dawn.

Once everyone had arrived, the permanent population of Crescent Island had exceeded fifty.

This does not include the 200-person service team, the 300-person security team, and the 100-person technical staff.

The entire island has become a self-contained miniature society.

On the third night after the relocation was completed, a grand moving banquet was held in the central square of Crescent Island.

The square was transformed into an open-air banquet hall, with long buffet tables laden with delicacies from all over the world.

A band was playing soft jazz music on the central stage, and several huge crystal chandeliers illuminated the entire venue as if it were daytime.

Xu Yun, dressed in a custom-made dark blue suit, stood in the center of the stage.

He looked around at the familiar faces below.

The mother, Zhang Sujuan, was holding Xu Yumeng, her face beaming with a happy smile.

Fu Baoying, Chen Xin, Zhong Yanyan and other women gathered together to chat, occasionally letting out pleasant laughter.

The children played in a designated children's area, with nannies and security personnel watching over them.

Li Jinshu and Su Mu sat in specially made comfortable chairs, their hands gently stroking the pregnant belly...

At that moment, he truly understood what "home" meant.

"Everyone."

Xu Yun picked up the microphone, and his voice, amplified by the speakers, resounded throughout the square as he loudly proclaimed, "Welcome everyone to Crescent Island!"

The scene gradually quieted down, and everyone looked at him.

Five years ago, I never imagined this day would come.

Xu Yun continued, speaking sincerely, "I never imagined I would have such a career, and I never imagined I would meet each and every one of you."

I never imagined we could be reunited like this today, in a place entirely built by ourselves.

In the audience, Fu Baoying's eyes were slightly red, Chen Xin held Zhong Yanyan's hand tightly, and Li Jinshu and Su Mu smiled at each other.

"Crescent Island is more than just a place to live."

Xu Yun pointed around and said, "It is our home, our fortress, and the starting point for our future."

Here, we can live entirely according to our own ideas, without worrying about external interference or other people's opinions.

“I know that such an arrangement may seem unusual to many people.”

He looked at his women and said, “But to me, each of you is unique and the most important person in my life.”

I am unwilling and will not make a choice, because I greedily want to have it all.

Kind laughter rang out from the crowd.

"So I built this place."

Xu Yun opened his arms and said, "It's big enough, beautiful enough, and safe enough."

I hope that for the next few decades, we can live here together, watch our children grow up, watch each other grow old, and create memories that belong to us.

He paused for a moment, then his voice became even gentler.

"Thank you for believing in me and for coming here with me."

I promise I will do everything in my power to protect you, cherish you, and ensure your eternal happiness.

Applause broke out, initially sporadic, then coalesced into a thunderous wave.

Tears welled in the women's eyes, and the children, though they didn't quite understand, clapped along.

Zhang Sujuan wiped her eyes and said to Zhong Yanyan beside her, "My son has never made me so proud before, from childhood to adulthood."

“Auntie, he has always been outstanding,” Chen Xin said with a smile.

"Now you should start calling her Mom."

Zhang Sujuan patted her hand and said, "We're all family, don't be shy."

"Yes, Mom."

The atmosphere became even more lively after the banquet officially began.

Xu Yun toasted each table and chatted with everyone.

When he walked over to Li Jinshu and Su Mu, he specially switched to juice and said with a smile, "Pregnant women are the most important, so you two are in charge today."

"At least you have a conscience."

Su Mu smiled, touched her belly, and said, "Baby, look how considerate Daddy is."

"Have you decided on a name yet?" Xu Yun asked.

Not yet.

Li Jinshu shook her head and said from the side, "I want to wait for you to decide together."

"Then let's think about it together."

Xu Yun squatted down and whispered to the two pregnant bellies, "Little ones, grow up healthy and strong, Daddy can't wait to see you."

He then walked over to Yang Siqi and asked, "Is it confirmed?"

"I took the test this morning, and it showed two lines."

Yang Siqi blushed and said, "But we still need to go to the hospital for a detailed examination."

"I'll arrange it tomorrow."

Xu Yun grasped her hand and said, "The medical center on the island is better equipped than even a top-tier hospital, so don't worry."

"Ah."

Xu Yun spent the entire night in this kind of interaction.

He was like a true patriarch, caring about everyone's well-being, listening to everyone's thoughts, and answering everyone's questions.

The women gradually relaxed and began to truly enjoy their night.

The banquet lasted until late at night.

When the last dessert was served, Xu Yun went back onto the stage.

"There's one more thing."

He said, "I have a little surprise for everyone."

He made a gesture, and the lights around the square suddenly dimmed. Then, a single light appeared in the night sky, followed by a second, a third…

Thousands of drones rose from all over the island, arranging themselves in the sky to form spectacular patterns.

First, there was a blooming lotus flower, then a phoenix spreading its wings, followed by a coiling dragon...

The drone's lights constantly changed colors, adorning the night sky in a dreamlike way.

Finally, all the drones were arranged into a huge line of text:

"Welcome home!"

A gasp of amazement rippled through the square, and children excitedly pointed to the sky and screamed.

The performance lasted a full fifteen minutes. At the end, the drones slowly descended, like stars returning to Earth.

"Are you satisfied with this welcoming ceremony?" Xu Yun asked with a smile.

"It's so beautiful!" Anargul exclaimed first.

"Dad is so amazing!" Xu Xiaozhi and Xu Miaomiao exclaimed in unison.

Xu Yun stepped off the stage, and the women surrounded him.

Fu Baoying was the first to speak, saying, "A drone show of this scale must be technically quite challenging, right?"

"Specially developed."

Xu Yun nodded and explained, "Besides the performances, they are also part of the security system, which can monitor the waters surrounding the island 24 hours a day."

"You've thought of everything so thoroughly," Chen Xin remarked.

"necessary."

Xu Yun said earnestly, "Your safety is more important than anything else."

The banquet ended in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

Everyone gradually returned to their respective residences, while Xu Yun remained in the square, watching the staff clean up the area.

Isabella came over and reported, "Mr. Xu, everything is going smoothly."

"Yes."

Xu Yun looked up at the starry sky and said with some emotion, "It went even more smoothly than I imagined."

"You should rest too."

Isabella reminded her, "There are important plans for tomorrow."

Xu Yun nodded: "I know."

The "important arrangement" he referred to was something that only a very small number of people knew about.

The next morning.

Just as dawn was breaking, a gray speedboat without any markings quietly arrived at the secret pier on the east side of Crescent Island.

There were already three people waiting at the dock.

Xu Yun, Mr. Li, and Mr. Zhong, the grandfather of Zhong Yanyan.

After the speedboat docked, an elderly man dressed in a Zhongshan suit slowly stepped off.

He looked to be in his seventies, with gray hair, but he was upright and had sharp eyes like an eagle.

"Commander." Elder Li and Elder Zhong saluted simultaneously.

The old man waved his hand, his gaze falling on Xu Yun, and smiled, "You are Xu Yun?"

"Yes."

Xu Yun nodded neither humbly nor arrogantly, and smiled, "Welcome, leader, to Crescent Island."

"This place is well-built."

The old man looked around and said, "It's even better than described in the report."

"You flatter me."

Xu Yun gestured for them to go inside and said, "It's windy here, let's go inside and talk."

"Ah."

The group entered the reception room next to the dock.

The room was small and simply furnished, but the soundproofing and anti-eavesdropping measures were of the highest level.

Xu Yun personally brewed tea for the old man, using his treasured Da Hong Pao tea.

"I heard you like to get straight to the point."

The old man took the teacup and said directly, "Then I won't beat around the bush."

Your current strength has exceeded the norm; the country needs to know your stance.

Xu Yun was prepared and replied, "My stance has always been clear: I am Chinese, and my roots are here."

Nothing I possess will harm the interests of the country.

"Anyone can talk nonsense."

The old man took a sip of tea and said, "We need concrete guarantees."

“I have already given a lot of substantial information.”

Xu Yun calmly stated, "Aircraft carrier technology, the design scheme for the sixth-generation fighter jet, the key breakthrough in controlled nuclear fusion... these are not fake."

"really."

The old man admitted, "We have all seen your contributions, but the problem is that you are too powerful now, so powerful that it makes people uneasy."

Xu Yun understands this concern.

If he were in his shoes, he would also be wary of such a suddenly rising super-individual.

"So you've come here today hoping for a promise?" he asked.

"More accurately, it's an agreement."

The old man put down his teacup and smiled, "The country will not interfere with your normal development, nor will it covet your wealth and technology."

The premise is that you always stand on the side of the country.

Xu Yun was silent for a moment, then asked in return, "If I agree, what will I get?"

"Official recognition, legal status, and..."

The old man paused, then said meaningfully, "It's tacit approval of your current lifestyle."

We understand your family situation is somewhat unique, but as long as it doesn't violate the law or cause a negative social impact, the government can turn a blind eye.

The conditions were more lenient than Xu Yun had anticipated.

He originally thought the other party would ask him to integrate the industry, accept regulation, or even divide some of the assets.

"Why is it so lenient?" he asked directly.

The old man smiled and said, "Because wise people know that it is better to befriend a dragon than to try to control it."

Your current business network spans the globe, and your technological reserves are unfathomable; a direct confrontation would benefit no one.

"Besides..."

Old Zhong interjected, "Yan Yan and the child are both here with you. In a sense, we are already a family."

This is a clever way of putting it, highlighting both blood ties and implying a certain degree of mutual restraint.

Xu Yun looked at the old man and smiled, "I have only one request: Crescent Island is my home, and I do not want any external forces to interfere."

"can."

The old man readily agreed, saying, "As long as you don't engage in activities that endanger national security, establish armed forces, or engage in illegal transactions here, Crescent Island will be your private territory."

"Deal." Xu Yun extended his hand.

The old man shook hands with him and said, "It's a pleasure working with you."

Over the next two hours, the two sides had in-depth discussions on specific details.

Xu Yun pledged to continue cooperating with the country in key technology areas and to regularly share some "non-core" but strategically valuable technological achievements.

In return, the state will facilitate his business activities on the international stage and provide intelligence support when necessary.

More importantly, the two sides reached a tacit understanding.

Xu Yun will not get involved in politics and will not attempt to influence the domestic political situation.

The state will not regard him as a threat, but as a special "strategic resource".

The old man was clearly satisfied when the conversation ended.

He stood up, patted Xu Yun on the shoulder, and said with a smile, "Young man, do a good job. The country needs people like you."

They are able to venture out into the world and explore it, yet always remember the way home.

"I will," Xu Yun solemnly promised.

When we saw the elderly off, the sun had fully risen, and golden sunlight bathed the sea.

The speedboat sped away from the dock and quickly disappeared from sight.

"He rarely admires someone like this."

Mr. Li remarked with emotion, "It seems your performance has exceeded expectations."

“I just did what I was supposed to do,” Xu Yun said.

"Do not."

Old Zhong shook his head and said, "You have done what many people want to do but cannot. Keep this original aspiration, and the future will be even brighter."

Xu Yun nodded and watched the two elderly people board another speedboat.

He knew that from this day forward, Crescent Island had truly gained "legal status" and would no longer face any trouble from the authorities.

He also kept his promise to Fu Baoying.

Through accumulated contributions and influence, he earned himself sufficient autonomy.

A few days later, in deep waters fifty nautical miles east of Crescent Island.

A black submarine hovered silently in the water, three hundred meters deep.

Its shape is so sleek that it seems almost out of place in this era. Its surface coating can change color and texture according to the environment, and its sonar reflection area is so small that it can be ignored.

Inside the submarine, Captain Wang Jianjun stared at the monitoring screen.

The screen displays real-time satellite images of Crescent Island, as well as sonar data of the surrounding sea area.

"Captain, everything is normal around Crescent Island. No suspicious targets have been detected."

"Continue to monitor the situation."

Wang Jianjun ordered, "Remember our mission: ensure the absolute safety of that island, but never reveal its existence unless explicitly instructed to do so."

"understand!"

This strategic nuclear submarine, codenamed "Xuanwu," is the navy's latest generation of underwater weapon.

It was secretly deployed here with only one mission.

As the invisible guardian of Crescent Island.

Xu Yun did not know the exact location of the submarine—this was one of the confidential details agreed upon by both parties.

However, he can receive a brief encrypted status notification through the island's main control system.

"Guardians in place, the seas are safe."

This unspoken understanding settled the last bit of anxiety in Xu Yun's heart.

He stood in front of the control tower window, his gaze shifting from the azure sea to the vibrant residential area in the center of the island.

Smoke rose from several courtyards, children's laughter drifted on the breeze, and women moved between the garden and the terrace—everything was peaceful yet full of life.

This is no longer just a fortress built with wealth and technology, but a "home" tacitly approved and protected at the national level.

A truly independent and stable kingdom.

In the afternoon, Xu Yun found his mother, Zhang Sujuan, on a bench in the Central Ecological Park.

The old lady was smiling as she looked into the distance.

Fu Baoying helped Xu Xiaozhi identify flowers and plants, Chen Xin pushed a stroller, and Zhong Yanyan and Xinuo exchanged parenting tips on the side.

Sunlight filters through the leaves, casting dappled shadows that paint a picture that Xu Yun had only ever imagined.

"mom."

Xu Yun walked over and sat down next to her mother.

"Is everything arranged?"

Zhang Sujuan held her son's hand, her gaze still fixed on her grandchildren.

"Yes, everything is ready."

Xu Yun answered softly, without mentioning the secret meeting that morning, only saying, "From now on, this will be our home forever, safe and free, and no one will disturb us."

"That's good."

Zhang Sujuan patted the back of his hand and said with a gratified and satisfied tone, "Mom doesn't have any great wishes in this life. I just hope to be surrounded by my children and grandchildren and live a peaceful life."

Looking at Miaomiao, Xiaozhi, the other children... and Jinshu and Mumu's babies, and Siqi is probably pregnant too... our Xu family is truly flourishing."

Xu Yun followed her mother's gaze, a deep sense of fulfillment welling up inside her.

All his schemes, all his adventures, all his "layers of armor," ultimately aimed at protecting this ordinary yet precious scene before him.

"Oh, right."

Zhang Sujuan suddenly remembered something, turned her head, and her eyes showed a seriousness unique to elders, a concern for inheritance.

“Xiaoyun, you… will be the root of our whole family from now on.”

Even though you don't plan to follow the old customs of getting married and having a principal wife, there still needs to be a long-term set of rules for the family.

Bao Ying is magnanimous, Xin Er is gentle, Yan Yan has the air of a general, and the other girls each have their own merits.

You need to have a plan in mind so that this large family can live together harmoniously and for a long time to come.

Xu Yun understood what her mother meant.

This wasn't asking him to sort things out, but rather reminding him that such a special family needs an intrinsic order and cohesion that transcends worldly rules.

"I understand, Mom."

He nodded solemnly and said, "Each of them is independent. They met and got to know me, and none of them are anyone's appendage."

Here, there is no hierarchy, only division of labor and personal relationships.

Bao Ying can continue to oversee external relations and some of the industry's operations.
Xin'er enjoys gardening and taking care of children.

Yan Yan is in charge of his new energy project and all jurisdiction over this area.

Jinshu and Mumu can focus on their pregnancies. If Siqi is willing, the island's biotechnology park can be handed over to her...

Everyone has things they want to do, and everyone has a shared 'home' that needs to be maintained.

I will respect them and guide this family well.

Upon hearing this, Zhang Sujuan's wrinkles smoothed out, and she revealed a relieved smile.

"Now that you think this way, Mom can finally rest easy."

Harmony in the family brings prosperity in all things. Our "family" is a bit big and a bit special, but the principle remains the same.

As the sun set, Xu Yun gathered all his family members for a simple family meeting on the white sand beach facing the sea.

There was no grand speech; he simply shared his mother's words and his own vision for "home" and "future" with everyone in a candid manner.

"...Crescent Island is our destination, and also our starting point."

Here, we don't need to explain our lifestyle to anyone.

Our "rule of conduct" is mutual respect, leveraging each other's strengths, and working together to protect our children and this hard-won peace.

Wealth, technology, and influence are all tools; the ultimate goal is the same: to enable everyone here, and our children, to live in the way that is most comfortable and happiest for them.

As the sea breeze blew by, the women's expressions varied: some were moved, some were relieved, and some had a faint expectation for the future.

In the dead of night, Xu Yun went alone to the top floor of the main control tower.

The holographic screen displays a global star map and a miniature model of Crescent Island.

Beneath my feet, the island lights shone warmly like stars;
In the distance, the sea is deep and the stars are dazzling.

He took a deep breath of the salty, fresh air, turned around, and walked down the tower, his steps firm as he strode towards the warm lights.

This is his country, and this is his home.

The End

P.S.: When I have time later, I will write some side stories (Xu Yun's daily life with each woman and child). (End of this chapter)