Lin Feng stood contentedly at the highest point of the fortress, overlooking the "small city" he had personally built.

The towering steel walls gleamed coldly in the setting sun, and the watchtower stood majestically. Outside the walls, a dense network of traps silently proclaimed danger, while inside, a vibrant scene of life unfolded.

Yes, this is no longer the simple shelter it once was.

After a month of renovation and construction, a self-sufficient ecosystem of considerable size has been formed here. Inside the walls, the original open space has been rationally planned and divided into different functional areas.

Not far away was a newly built sheepfold, where a group of alien goats of various colors were leisurely grazing on fodder that Lin Feng had collected from the outside world.

They have become an important source of meat and milk for the shelter.

Next to the sheepfold was a chicken coop, where a flock of chattering alien chickens pecked at grains, providing fresh eggs for the shelter.

Further away is Wangcai's kennel, which is full of horned wolves.

In the somewhat empty stable, only White Moonlight and White Jade existed.

On the other side of the shelter is a simple greenhouse that Lin Feng built himself.

The roof is covered with the leaves of a transparent alien plant, which allows sunlight to pass through to the maximum extent.

The temperature inside the greenhouse is just right, and all kinds of fast-growing vegetables are lush and thriving. In the open vegetable garden next door, some crops that are not demanding in terms of environment are also growing vigorously, providing a steady stream of green food for the shelter.

Scattered among these functional areas are some processing sheds and storage sheds built by Lin Feng himself, which contain smelted steel ingots, cut timber, various alien ores stored in categories, and processed food.

Although the shelter still retains a wild and primitive feel, its internal structure and functionality far exceed those of an ordinary refuge, making it more like a miniature city with a complete production chain and defense system.

Lin Feng's gaze shifted from the well-organized areas to the women bustling about not far away.

They had just finished sorting out the last batch of supplies for the day and were preparing to return to their temporary, makeshift shed to rest.

"You did a good job." Lin Feng walked slowly towards them, his voice carrying a rare hint of approval.

Upon hearing this, the women stiffened slightly, then turned around and looked at him somewhat awkwardly.

They were used to Lin Feng's strictness and coldness, so this sudden praise made them feel somewhat uncomfortable.

“Starting today, I will build new homes for you,” Lin Feng announced calmly.

Upon hearing this, the women's eyes lit up instantly. They were currently living in makeshift wooden shacks, which, while providing shelter from the wind and rain, were extremely rudimentary and far removed from the concept of "home." To have a proper dwelling in such a place was a luxury for them.

Qin Lan was the first to react. She stepped forward and asked with a hint of excitement and anticipation, "Sir, are you... going to build a big house so that everyone can live together?"

Her tone was somewhat cautious, after all, in their understanding, being able to own a large communal house was already a very good privilege.

Lin Feng pondered for a moment, a barely perceptible smile appearing on his face.

“No,” he said slowly, emphasizing each word: “not a big house, but one room per person. Each of you will have your own independent residence.”

boom!

These words struck the women like a thunderbolt.

One room per person?! This is something they wouldn't even dare to dream of!

Since arriving on this alien planet, they have been stripped of all personal space, and even the most basic privacy has become a luxury. Now, Lin Feng actually wants to build them independent houses?

Shock, elation, disbelief... a complex mix of emotions clung to the women's faces.

"Really...really?" Tang Bao couldn't help but cover her mouth, her eyes instantly welling up with tears.

Su Wanqing also revealed her heartfelt joy.

Shen Jiaqi and Qian Xiaoxiao, disregarding their reserve, looked at each other excitedly.

Ruan Mengtian let out a cheer, though she quickly suppressed it, but her excitement was impossible to hide.

Lin Feng took in their reactions without feeling anything.

He was simply making reasonable use of resources and increasing the motivation of the "tools".

He understood that appropriate rewards and incentives could unleash their greater potential.

“Of course it’s true.” Lin Feng nodded, then turned his gaze to the other side of the shelter, where there was a relatively flat open space.

“My cabin is a bit too simple.”

"Therefore, I will build myself a three-story house using steel bars, cement, and wood."

Lin Feng's voice echoed in the night, full of confidence and ambition: "And your houses will be just as sturdy and comfortable."

"That's wonderful, sir!" Qin Lan's eyes gleamed with an unusual light.

The other women were even more excited.

The construction plan was quickly put on the agenda.

The next morning, just as the sun rose above the horizon, Lin Feng summoned all the women and the gold miners.

"From today onwards, all our work focus will shift to construction!"

Lin Feng pointed to a reserved vacant lot and said in a firm and resolute tone, "We are going to build a brand new residential area here!"

The gold thread miners were gathered by Lin Feng, and they were all in high spirits, clearly full of curiosity about their new mission.

Under Lin Feng's training, these golden monkeys have become incredibly intelligent and obedient. They are not only incredibly strong but also possess exceptional learning abilities, capable of understanding and executing complex commands. For Lin Feng, they are the best "engineering team."

The first step in construction is precise planning and a solid foundation.

Holding his homemade measuring tools, Lin Feng repeatedly measured and marked the area he had planned.

He divided the entire residential area into several zones, with his three-story house in the center, commanding a high vantage point, while the six women's individual rooms were arranged in a fan shape, ensuring both privacy and ease of management.

"Qin Lan, Su Wanqing, you two will assist me with the measurements and recording."

Lin Feng handed them a long rope with markings and a simple tripod.

After this period of honing their skills, these two former elite women have become proficient in using various tools and have demonstrated extraordinary talent in understanding blueprints and executing instructions.

"Measurement and layout must be accurate to the millimeter!" Lin Feng emphasized. "This is the soul of the foundation; if there is any deviation, the entire building will have problems."

Qin Lan and Su Wanqing, carrying tools, meticulously followed Lin Feng's steps, driving thin wooden stakes into the ground and connecting them with thin ropes to outline the shape of the future house.

They diligently studied Professor Lin Feng's measurement methods, striving for perfection in every step, from the most basic straight lines and right angles to the more complex diagonal checks.

At the same time, the Jinshi Miners also devoted themselves to the most arduous foundation excavation work.

"Chasing the Wind, Chasing the Moon, you two are responsible for vigilance and ensuring construction safety!"

Lin Feng gave orders to the two Radiant Winged Ice Falcons. They circled in the air, their sharp eyes scanning the surroundings, ensuring that no approaching beast could escape their detection.

Whenever the gold miners sensed the Radiant Falcon swooping past, they would instinctively shrink back, their eyes revealing primal fear and awe.

This fear, on the contrary, made them work even harder under Lin Feng's command, for fear of accidentally angering this human who could control the overlord of the sky.

"Dig down here! Dig two meters deep!"

Lin Feng pointed to the marked area and shouted at a golden monkey.

The golden monkey clearly understood Lin Feng's intention. It let out a low roar and led its kind to begin digging in the designated area with their sharp claws and the shovels provided by Lin Feng.

These golden monkeys are incredibly efficient. They are stronger than an average adult male, and their arms are dexterous, allowing them to dig at lightning speed. They scoop up soil and gravel with their claws or shovels, which are then transported away by another group of golden monkeys in baskets and simple handcarts, and dumped at designated disposal sites.

The women were responsible for more meticulous cleaning and reinforcement work.

"Level the bottom of the foundation!"

Lin Feng instructed Tang Bao, Shen Jiaqi, Ruan Mengtian, and Qian Xiaoxiao to use flat-headed shovels and wooden planks to compact the bottom of the foundation and remove all loose soil and debris.

This work required immense patience and meticulousness. The women bent over, carefully handling every corner to ensure the foundation was level and solid.

While excavating the foundation, Lin Feng also began producing cement.

He instructed several golden monkeys to collect specific clay and limestone from near the sanctuary and then transport them back to the smelting furnace.

He used the residual heat from smelting to calcine these materials at high temperatures, then ground them into fine powder, mixed them with fine sand and gravel in a certain proportion, added water and stirred to make a high-performance quick-drying "cement".

The task of mixing cement was assigned to several strong women.

Although Qian Xiaoxiao and Shen Jiaqi seemed clumsy at first, they did their best in order to move into their own house as soon as possible, stirring the heavy and sticky mixture with wooden sticks and shovels, sweat pouring down their faces.

Two weeks later, the foundations of all the houses were completed.

Lin Feng stood in front of rows of neat foundations, a satisfied smile finally appearing on his face.

After the foundation was completed, the project entered the construction phase of the main frame and walls of the house.

The first step is to construct the reinforced concrete frame.

Lin Feng personally drew detailed steel bar layout diagrams and then guided Qin Lan and Su Wanqing to understand these complex structural diagrams.

"The steel bars here must be bent at this angle and then tied securely with wire."

As Lin Feng spoke, he demonstrated how to operate the steel bars in his hand. He cut the smelted steel bars into different lengths, and then used a specially made simple bending tool to bend them into various shapes to serve as the "skeleton" of the house.

Qin Lan and Su Wanqing studied very diligently. Although they had never been exposed to construction before, they quickly mastered the techniques of arranging and binding steel bars thanks to their exceptional intelligence and sense of responsibility.

They directed the other women to lift the heavy steel bars to their designated positions, and then use pliers and wire to tightly bind them together to form a sturdy grid structure.

Once the steel frame is erected, the concrete pouring begins.

Lin Feng once again mobilized the Jin Si Mining Team and the women to work together. The Jin Si Miners were responsible for transporting large quantities of sand, gravel, and cement to the mixing point, where the women would then mix them.

"Stir! Speed ​​it up! The cement sets quickly, so we must pour it while it's fresh!" Lin Feng's voice was full of urgency.

The women wielded shovels, pouring the mixed cement concrete into the steel frame.

Concrete flowed down through the gaps in the reinforcing bars, tightly encasing the entire frame.

As the concrete hardens, sturdy reinforced concrete columns and beams gradually take shape, supporting the overall framework of the house.

"Alright, let's start building the wall!" Lin Feng pointed to the neatly stacked stones and bricks beside him. These were smelted and fired while he was building the wall.

The work of building the walls was equally arduous. The women had to carry heavy stones and bricks to the designated locations and then lay them down layer by layer with cement mortar.

"The bricks and tiles must be flat! The gaps must be even!" Lin Feng personally demonstrated, and the wall he built was as flat as a mirror, with straight lines.

Women like Tang Bao and Ruan Mengtian, who are relatively clumsy, found it particularly difficult to build the wall.

Their movements were slow, and the walls they built often deviated from their intended shape.

"Tangbao! This is crooked! Tear it down and start over!" Lin Feng pointed out the problem without any mercy and demanded that they redo it.

Tears welled up in Tang Bao's eyes, but she dared not complain. She could only grit her teeth and dismantle the bricks she had just laid, one by one, and try again.

Shen Jiaqi and Qian Xiaoxiao were responsible for reserving door and window openings inside the walls and installing prefabricated wooden or steel door and window frames.

This requires them to have a more precise understanding of the blueprints and to possess certain carpentry and installation skills.

"The door frame must be vertical, not even slightly tilted!" Lin Feng demanded strictly.

They learned to use a spirit level and plumb line, and carried out the installation meticulously.

When the first window was successfully fixed to the wall, sunlight streamed through the window frame into the house, filling the women with a sense of warmth and accomplishment.

During this phase, the Jinshi Mining Team was primarily responsible for transporting materials. They continuously delivered huge boulders, bundles of steel bars, mountains of bricks and tiles, and barrels of cement to the construction site.

Their appearance greatly reduced the physical burden on women and accelerated the progress of the entire project.

Whenever there are heavy objects to be moved, Lin Feng gives a command, and several strong golden monkeys rush forward and easily carry the heavy objects that would otherwise require several women to lift together.

Just three weeks later, the women's six detached houses were already taking shape.

Their exterior walls were constructed of thick stone blocks and sturdy bricks, while the interiors were supported by a reinforced concrete framework. Although they didn't yet have roofs, the individual rooms already excited the women.

Meanwhile, Lin Feng's own three-story house has already completed the framework and walls of the first floor, and its majestic presence is already faintly visible.