Chapter 16: The Dream House
Though young, his resolve was remarkably firm. Feng Chun felt even more drawn to him, yet she also realized that he truly had no interest in her. That kind of realization hurt more than missing out on a million-dollar jackpot.
“Well then. Keep this business card. If you ever change your mind, feel free to contact me anytime!”
Feng Chun left in a hurry, as if afraid that Mu Lantu might chase after her.
Mu Lantu remembered something, tucked the business card away, picked up the tray, and changed to a different corner.
A pretty girl who had been eager to approach quietly returned to her seat. Her companion kept giving her encouraging glances.
But the girl firmly shook her head. The guy had already moved to a corner—clearly signaling he didn’t want to be disturbed. Going up to chat now would just be annoying.
Mu Lantu was unaware of all this. He’d already decided that next time he went out, he’d wear a hat and a mask.
After eating, he went home and took a satisfying nap. Once he woke up, he resumed livestreaming.
By the time his 5 PM alarm rang, two-thirds of the house was complete.
Viewers in the stream vaguely realized that the model he was building looked like a traditional courtyard residence. It appeared to have three courtyards in succession, with over twenty rooms in total. There were still many pieces left on the table, all in varying shapes and colors, making everyone even more curious about the final product.
Unfortunately, the streamer always ended right on schedule, not staying a minute longer—a habit that frustrated many.
Still, thanks to 005’s quick moderation and ability to kick out trolls, the stream had a very positive vibe. Viewers who enjoyed this atmosphere tended to stick around, and his follower count steadily grew. By the time Mu Lantu ended his stream, he had 1,562 followers. Since he wasn’t planning to stream again that night, his earnings for the day were tallied: ¥1,160. Because he hadn’t signed any contracts, his earnings were split 50/50 with the platform, leaving him with ¥580.
Mu Lantu only glanced at the figure—just enough to keep it in mind.
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The next morning at 9 AM, he began his stream on time, determined to finish the remaining parts of the project.
Compared to yesterday, his movements were more skilled and his speed much faster.
After a little over three hours, a complete courtyard residence stood before the viewers: white walls, black tiles, elegant pavilions, intricately carved beams and painted rafters, upturned eaves and flying buttresses. Red lanterns dangled from the eaves—each one personally hung by Mu Lantu.
To be precise, it was a modernized courtyard residence. The building heights were varied and dynamic, with rooftop terraces for drinking tea or enjoying panoramic views. There were dedicated driveways and parking spaces below. It blended natural harmony with contemporary sensibilities, prompting waves of admiration and digital gifts from the audience:
[It’s so beautiful! If only this were a real house. I’d love to live somewhere like that!]
Little did they know, that wish was half-true. This was, in fact, a livable house.
“Thank you all for watching and for your gifts. That’s it for today’s stream.”
As soon as the stream ended, Mu Lantu stopped restraining his excitement.
[Little Five, how do I deploy the courtyard residence?]
[Host, please watch.]
A holographic projection of the Dream Home Planet appeared in front of Mu Lantu, about one meter in diameter and floating mid-air.
[The host can use touch controls to select the region where the structure will be placed. Zoom in, choose the specific site, mark it, then deploy the courtyard residence at the marked location to complete the placement.]
Mu Lantu curiously ran his finger across the planet, swiping and zooming.
[If I’m not satisfied after placing it, can I move it again?]
[Yes, you can,] replied 005.
Mu Lantu had more questions.
[Does the house come with water, electricity, gas, and internet?]
[Rest assured, Host, all those will be automatically generated,] 005 explained. [You can think of it like a game. In a game, everything is possible.]
Mu Lantu marveled again. It was truly magical.
[Will the Lego courtyard residence disappear after deployment?]
[No, it won’t.]
He spent a long time selecting the perfect location, with 005 offering suggestions along the way. Eventually, Mu Lantu chose to place the courtyard residence at the foot of a mountain. A little over two kilometers behind it stretched a range of verdant hills, while the front faced a deep-blue sea. Scenic views surrounded it on all sides.
Once he confirmed the placement, a beautiful courtyard residence appeared on the new planet—the very first building to exist there.
Mu Lantu silently thought: Teleport to the courtyard residence and in the next second, he was standing inside it.
Excitedly, he toured every inch of the structure, inside and out. He was certain—his Lego creation had come to life. This was his dream house in the truest sense.
He had designed the first courtyard for entertaining guests. It included a kitchen, living room, small dining room, and three ensuite bedrooms, along with a public restroom, a garage, and a utility room. The courtyard also featured a garden and sports court, plus a large dining hall and entertainment room for hosting gatherings.
The second courtyard included a library, gallery, storage rooms, a Lego display room, sauna, gym, laundry room, and a second garage for things like scooters, balance bikes, bicycles, and electric vehicles.
The third courtyard was his personal residence, complete with its own kitchen, living room, dining room, bedroom, walk-in closet, study, sunroom, home theater, garden, and swimming pool. There were two studies—one for himself and one reserved for a future partner. That way, if he ever found someone suitable, they’d each have their own space and wouldn’t interfere during work. There were also a few extra rooms with no current use, perhaps to be filled in the future.
Since land wasn’t a concern, every room was spacious but not absurdly large—designed for optimal comfort. As a result, the entire house had a massive footprint. He had even added a second garage specifically for small vehicles and transportation tools.
The house came fully furnished with high-end finishes. Mu Lantu only needed to add some furniture, appliances, and bedding before moving in.
