After completing the overall assessment, he said:
"The space is indeed a bit cramped, and there's limited natural light. If we want to create a large flat on the top floor, we need to acquire the neighboring houses and open up the non-load-bearing structures.
"Then we can replan the overall load-bearing structure. The south side could be transformed into a full-length window to significantly enhance indoor lighting."
"I've already acquired the two adjacent apartments."
Fang Cheng then chimed in calmly:
"Yesterday, I already negotiated with the two neighboring families, giving them a breach of contract penalty and compensation that's enough for them to rent a better place nearby and still have some savings. They'll be moving out as soon as they find a suitable home in the next few days."
Designer Liu had a flicker of surprise in his eyes, then nodded and said:
