The heavy rain outside gradually subsided as dusk settled.
Lin Feng pushed open the door, and in the setting sun, a rainbow appeared on the horizon.
Xu Lin stood beside Lin Feng, gazing at the colorful arc in the sky. A hint of longing flickered across her delicate face.
"What a beautiful rainbow, and the air is so fresh. I really wish I could live here someday."
Xu Lin stared into the distance, lost in thought.
This was the rural life she had always yearned for.
Peaceful, and filled with the charm of the countryside.
"You can, you know. If you want to live here, just stay."
Lin Feng placed a hand on Xu Lin's shoulder. They stood close, like a couple, exuding an intimate aura.
"I can't. They're planning to build an airport here. Even if I object to the demolition, I can't stop the city's development. Otherwise, I'd be branded a sinner."
"Once I've chosen a cemetery, I'll move my parents' remains. Then they can tear this place down."
Xu Lin said with a touch of helplessness.
Despite her reluctance to leave this place, she had no choice but to make a sacrifice in the face of the overwhelming tide of urban development.
"Actually, it's not as difficult as you think. The airport can be built elsewhere; there's no need for it to be here."
"How about this? I'll negotiate with the higher-ups and have them relocate the airport."
"Then I'll buy all this land and give it to you. What do you think?"
Lin Feng proposed.
"Are you serious? You can actually influence where an airport is built?"
Xu Lin sounded skeptical. Even though Lin Feng was a cultivator with many astonishing abilities, influencing a national development project like an airport seemed beyond even his reach. She couldn't fathom him having the power to converse with national authorities.
Xu Lin's thought process was sound; most people truly couldn't sway such matters.
However, Lin Feng had someone in mind who could.
That person was Ye Lingtian. As the head of the Dragon Guard, Ye Lingtian held considerable power. If he were to speak up, no one would dare to disregard his words.
"I'll try. Wait a moment, I'll make a call right now."
As Lin Feng spoke, under Xu Lin's bewildered gaze, he asked the tombstone to retrieve Ye Lingtian's contact information.
Then, he directly called Ye Lingtian.
"Who is this?"
The call connected, and Ye Lingtian's weary voice echoed from the other end.
Ever since the three Heavenly Ranking experts from the Ye family were defeated by Duan Liang, Ye Lingtian had been feeling utterly exhausted these past few days.
He was desperate to eliminate Lin Feng, but with Duan Liang protecting him, Ye Lingtian dared not make a move. He could only suppress his anger, unable to vent it.
This feeling left Ye Lingtian both furious and stifled.
To make matters worse, Lin Feng's cheerful voice then came through the phone.
"War God Ye, it's me, Lin Feng. Don't you remember me?"
Lin Feng deliberately addressed Ye Lingtian as "War God Ye."
"It's you? You still dare to call me? What do you want?"
Upon hearing it was Lin Feng, Ye Lingtian's teeth practically itched with rage.
"Don't be so tense. I'm calling you to ask for a favor. A new airport is being built in the capital, on the outskirts beyond the Fifth Ring Road."
"But I've taken a liking to this area. Can you see if you can have them relocate the airport?"
Lin Feng got straight to the point.
Hearing this, Ye Lingtian almost spat out a mouthful of blood.
"Lin Feng, what are you thinking? You killed my son, and I haven't sought revenge. Now you expect me to help you? Do you think that's even possible?"
Ye Lingtian said hatefully.
"Why is it impossible? If you don't help me with this, my senior brother will come to have a chat with you."
"He has a bad temper, and if he gets angry and accidentally kills you, that wouldn't be good."
Lin Feng said with a smile.
"You, are you threatening me?"
The more Ye Lingtian heard, the angrier he became.
"Yes, I'm threatening you. If you're not afraid of death, you can try it."
Lin Feng replied frankly.
"You scoundrel, you, don't push it too far!"
Ye Lingtian's liver ached with anger. He had never encountered someone as shameless as Lin Feng.
"War God Ye, I don't want to push it, but I can't think of anyone else who could help me with this. If you help me, and you encounter difficulties in the future, I can also help you."
"Although we are enemies, enemies can still help each other."
"This small matter, you wouldn't really want my senior brother to go talk to you, would you?"
Lin Feng said with a playful grin.
"Fine, I'll call the person in charge of the airport project right now and tell them to build the airport elsewhere."
"However, Lin Feng, I'm only helping you with this once. If there's a next time, don't blame me for fighting you to the bitter end!"
Ye Lingtian said, barely suppressing his fury, and issuing a warning.
"There won't be a next time. Thanks a lot."
Having achieved his goal, Lin Feng directly hung up the phone.
"Did it work? Is the airport really changing location?"
Seeing Lin Feng's smiling face, Xu Lin quickly asked.
"It worked. Your old house is safe. No need to thank me; just treat me better from now on."
Lin Feng rubbed Xu Lin's fragrant shoulder. To gain more favor with Xu Lin, he had truly put his pride on the line.
"Okay, I'll treat you well from now on."
Xu Lin lowered her head shyly. Hearing Lin Feng's direct words, she suddenly felt very bashful.
After all, such words were typically exchanged between couples, suggesting Lin Feng truly liked her.
"Then shall we head back now?"
Lin Feng, seeing Xu Lin's shy demeanor, took her small hand and led her out of the courtyard.
In the setting sun, Lin Feng and Xu Lin walked hand in hand. Xu Lin looked like a young girl fresh out of school, happily letting Lin Feng lead her.
Her delicate face radiated pure happiness, as if she had found her prince charming.
Most importantly, as they walked along the country path, Xu Lin noticed that large machinery was being withdrawn, and even the airport construction signs had been taken down.
Lin Feng had spoken the truth; the airport was indeed being relocated!
Xu Lin's thoughts raced, and her gaze towards Lin Feng became filled with excitement and admiration.
Her favorability towards Lin Feng surged from 80 to 90.
Feeling the change in Xu Lin's affection, Lin Feng realized that swallowing his pride and contacting Ye Lingtian had been worthwhile.
With only ten points left to reach 100%, he just needed a little more effort to complete the mission.
Lin Feng was also incredibly excited and happy. In his joy, he couldn't help but scoop Xu Lin into his arms.
"What are you doing?"
Xu Lin was caught off guard by Lin Feng's sudden princess carry, appearing somewhat flustered.
"I'm happy! When I'm happy, I want to hug you."
"You have such a great figure, not an ounce of fat on your waist. I really like your physique, and I'd give you a hundred points for it."
Lin Feng praised with a smile.
Hearing Lin Feng's bold words, Xu Lin blushed even more. She buried her head in his embrace, overcome with shyness.
There was no aversion, only an abundance of sweetness and happiness.
She hadn't been in a relationship for a long time, but with Lin Feng, she felt like she was experiencing the thrill of a first love.
"Alright, you can put me down now. I'm quite heavy."
Xu Lin said softly, concerned that Lin Feng might strain himself.
"You're not heavy at all. Let me hold you. The road is muddy after the rain, so I'll carry you to the car."
Lin Feng looked at the muddy path, not wanting Xu Lin's shoes to get dirty.
His thoughtful and considerate gesture made Xu Lin feel even more convinced that she had found the right person.