The laughter disappeared.
Marcus frowned.
Benjamin's expression became thoughtful.
Even Henry looked toward the mountain pass in silence.
It was a good question.
Too good.
They had spent hours discussing where future residents would live…
Without asking how those future residents would even discover Velaris.
The valley gradually grew quieter.
The impossible construction had finally ended.
Birds slowly returned to the preserved trees.
Somewhere nearby, Snow barked happily while Dog wandered between the new villas as though inspecting every corner of their new territory.
Before anyone could answer—
A familiar voice echoed inside Iris's mind.
[Congratulations, Host.]
003's robotic voice carried a hint of satisfaction.
[Village development requirements fulfilled.]
[Reward successfully unlocked.]
A new notification appeared before her eyes.
[Reward: Solar Floodlight x1]
Iris blinked. 'A floodlight?'
And why did 003 sound almost… smug?.
