228: Chapter 228 The Shelter Celebration Incident

At seven in the evening, the central plaza of the Shelter was brilliantly lit.

After a full day of intense preparation, a grand celebration was about to begin.

To celebrate the Great Awakening of Superpowers and the comprehensive upgrade of the Shelter, Lin Yuan decided to hold an unprecedentedly large-scale celebration.

The entire plaza was decorated like a dream—vibrant colorful lights, exquisite arches, and a luxurious stage made of Super Alloy.

"Wow! This is way too beautiful!"

"It feels even more solemn than the New Year!"

"The Master has truly put so much heart into this for us!"

Thirty thousand Female Survivors gathered in the plaza, each with a happy smile overflowing on their faces.

They wore brand-new clothes and exquisite makeup; the entire plaza looked like a sea of flowers.

At exactly eight o'clock in the evening, the celebration assembly officially began.

Lin Yuan, dressed in a black formal suit, walked onto the stage with a steady temperament.

Under the spotlight, although his appearance was ordinary, his eyes—deep as the ocean—flickered with a heart-palpitating aura of a powerhouse. That invincible temperament radiating from his very bones made the hearts of all the women present race.

"Beautiful ladies!"

Lin Yuan's voice spread throughout the plaza via the sound system:

"Today, we gather here for nothing else but to celebrate the miracle we have created together!"

"A month ago, we were still barely surviving under the haze of the Apocalypse."

"And now, we possess powerful Superpowers, a sturdy Shelter, and the deep bonds between us!"

Thunderous applause and cheers erupted from below the stage.

The Female Survivors were so moved that their eyes welled with tears; they knew all too well how hard-earned all of this was.

If not for Lin Yuan, they wouldn't even know where they'd be starving or freezing right now, or they might have already become food for Mutated Beasts.

"All these achievements are inseparable from the efforts of every single person here!"

Lin Yuan continued:

"Every one of you is an indispensable part of the Shelter!"

"Whether you are the Female Warriors fighting on the front lines or the female workers silently contributing in the rear, you are all heroes!"

The applause grew even more enthusiastic, and many Female Survivors were already moved to tears.

Lin Yuan's words were like sweet dew nourishing their hearts, making them feel an unprecedented sense of value and belonging.

"Next, let us enjoy a wonderful cultural performance!"

Lin Yuan announced before stepping off the stage.

The first to take the stage was Tang Shiyun.

Today, she wore a long white dress, her long hair flowing like a waterfall, her temperament as elegant and pure as an immortal.

"Today, I will present a song for everyone, 'A Grateful Heart'."

Tang Shiyun's voice was as clear as spring water and as gentle as a spring breeze.

"A Grateful Heart, thank you for being there, accompanying me through life, giving me the courage to be myself..."

Her singing was as beautiful as heavenly music, every note seemingly touching the softest part of people's hearts.

The Female Survivors below the stage listened as if intoxicated, many humming along softly.

Lin Yuan was also deeply moved, his gaze toward Tang Shiyun filled with tenderness and admiration.

"She sings so well, it's simply a divine voice!"

"I'm almost moved to tears!"

Next was Chu Yanran's culinary demonstration.

She produced an exquisite dessert live on stage—Rainbow Macarons.

"This dessert symbolizes the colorful life of our Shelter!"

Chu Yanran explained while she prepared them:

"Each color represents a different beautiful meaning—red represents passion, orange represents warmth, yellow represents hope..."

Her technique was skillful and elegant, every movement as pleasing to the eye as an artistic performance.

Once finished, Chu Yanran presented the first macaron to Lin Yuan.

"Brother Lin Yuan, please have a taste!"

Lin Yuan took the macaron and took a light bite.

The sweet flavor blossomed in his mouth, more delicious than any dessert he had ever eaten before!

"Delicious! Yanran, your cooking skills have improved again!"

Hearing Lin Yuan's praise, Chu Yanran's cheeks flushed red with excitement:

"As long as Brother Lin Yuan likes it, everything is worth it!"

Jeers and cheers immediately rose from below the stage:

"Too sweet, too sweet! My maiden heart is about to melt!"

Then came Su Yuyan's dance performance.

She wore a black dance dress, dancing gracefully to the beautiful music.

Every movement was full of elegance and charm; her long legs wrapped in black silk shimmered under the lights.

This mature feminine charm left the audience below the stage spellbound.

"Sister Su is so beautiful!"

"Is this the legendary 'Big Sister' style? I love it, I love it!"

Lin Yuan watched Su Yuyan dancing gracefully on stage, his eyes full of admiration.

Every movement of hers was like flowing water, showcasing her perfect body curves and charming temperament.

Ye Qingxue performed calligraphy.

She wielded her brush on rice paper, writing the large characters for 'Shelter Family'.

The script was vigorous and powerful yet did not lack feminine softness, highlighting her deep cultural background.

"The writing is so good!"

"I feel it's no worse than the great calligraphers of ancient times!"

The other heroines also showcased their talents one after another—

Xia Muqing performed magic, using her Data Analysis ability to create breathtaking visual effects.

Chen Hanyue recited a poem, her voice gentle and pleasant, her emotions sincere and moving.

Lin Wanrou and Lin Ruoxue, the mother-daughter duo, collaborated on a Crosstalk performance, making the whole audience roar with laughter.

"Hahaha! Ruoxue's punchline was so funny!"

"Wanrou and Ruoxue's coordination is simply seamless!"

After all the heroines finished their performances, Lin Yuan stepped back onto the stage.

The spotlight focused on him once again, and the entire plaza fell silent.

"The performances just now were truly superb!"

Lin Yuan praised from the bottom of his heart:

"I am proud to have such talented women like you!"

Enthusiastic applause rang out from below.

"On this special night, I want to say thank you to every lady present."

Lin Yuan's voice became gentle and affectionate:

"Thank you for choosing to believe in me and follow me."

"I am not someone who likes to make empty promises; I only seek truth from facts. As long as your contribution is higher, the rewards will be higher!"

Hearing these words, tears welled up in the eyes of the Female Survivors below.

Today's words made them feel an unprecedented warmth.

"Master..."

"Lin Yuan..."

"We love you too..."

Voices of being moved rose one after another.

"I promise that no matter what difficulties we encounter in the future, I will do my best to protect every one of you!"

Lin Yuan's voice was powerful and resolute:

"This Shelter is our common home!"

"And you are the most precious treasures in my life!"

The entire venue erupted in thunderous applause and cheers!

At this moment, the hearts of thirty thousand women were tightly connected with Lin Yuan.

Just as the atmosphere reached its peak—

Swoosh—!!!

A brilliant firework shot into the night sky, blooming into a beautiful flower against the pitch-black canopy!

Immediately after, more fireworks rose one after another, decorating the entire night sky like a dream!

Red, blue, gold, purple...

Fireworks of various colors intertwined in the air, forming an exquisitely beautiful painting!

"Wow! So beautiful!"

"These fireworks are simply more beautiful than the ones at New Year!"

The Female Survivors looked up at the sky, their eyes full of surprise and emotion.

These fireworks were a surprise Lin Yuan had specially prepared for tonight, made with special materials synthesized by the system; the effect was ten times stronger than ordinary fireworks!

Under the night sky filled with brilliant fireworks, the heroines expressed their feelings to Lin Yuan one by one.

"Lin Yuan, I love you!"

Su Yuyan boldly shouted out the words in her heart.

"Brother Lin Yuan, I love you too!"

Chu Yanran was not to be outdone.

"We all love you!"

The other heroines said in unison.

Even those Female Survivors who were usually more introverted summoned their courage at this moment to express their feelings:

"Master, we will always love you!"

"Thank you for giving us such a wonderful life!"

Illuminated by the fireworks, Lin Yuan's appearance was ordinary.

But those deep eyes appeared exceptionally charming amidst the brilliant light and shadow; the aura of a powerhouse attracted the gaze of every woman like a magnet.

He looked at these women sincerely expressing their love, his heart filled with emotion.

"I love you too, every one of you."

Lin Yuan's words were simple, yet they were like sweet dew nourishing every woman's heart.

After the celebration ended, it was already eleven at night.

The Female Survivors returned to their respective rooms to rest with satisfied and happy hearts.

But the core heroines did not leave; they surrounded Lin Yuan, wanting to continue enjoying this beautiful night.

"Lin Yuan, let us accompany you tonight."

Su Yuyan said gently.

"Yeah, it's such a beautiful night, it would be a pity to spend it alone."

Chu Yanran also chimed in.

Lin Yuan looked at the beauties surrounding him, a warm current rising in his heart:

"Then let's go to the rooftop terrace; we can see the stars from there."

Everyone came to the rooftop terrace of the castle.

The view here was open; one could overlook the entire Shelter and also look up at the starry sky.

A light breeze brushed by, carrying the scent of flowers, making one feel refreshed and happy.

The heroines sat around Lin Yuan, enjoying this peaceful and warm time.

"The starry sky tonight is so beautiful..."

Xia Muqing leaned on Lin Yuan's shoulder and said softly.

"It is indeed beautiful, but not as beautiful as you all."

Lin Yuan gently stroked her hair.

"You really know how to talk~"

Chu Yanran laughed coyly.

"I'm telling the truth."

Lin Yuan said seriously:

"In my eyes, you are brighter than the stars and more beautiful than the moon."

Hearing such sweet talk, the heroines' hearts all raced with excitement.

"Then... how about we take turns chatting with you?"

Ye Qingxue suggested:

"Everyone gets some time alone with Lin Yuan."

"Good idea!"

The other heroines all agreed.

And so, they began to take turns accompanying Lin Yuan.

They were enjoying themselves immensely...