Two days after the inspection, a black bicycle rolled into the courtyard. A man wearing thick-rimmed glasses dismounted and asked:
"Is there someone here named Lin Wei?"
The neighbors pointed him forward like excited children pointing at a magician.
The man straightened his jacket and said formally:
"I'm from the City Construction Bureau. Our inspectors reported your understanding of structural mechanics. The bureau would like to invite you to assist in several local renovation projects."
The courtyard went silent.
Lin Wei froze.Assist?Him?
The official continued, "It's temporary work, but well-paid. You'll learn from real engineers. And… we need talented young people like you."
The neighbors stared at Lin Wei with admiration and disbelief.
Liu Fang's lips parted slightly.Her eyes sparkled.
Old Madam Chen put a trembling hand on his shoulder."Weizi… this is your chance."
But Lin Wei hesitated.
If he took the job, he'd have less time for the courtyard.Less time to help everyone.Less time to grow quietly.
It was a crossroads.
The system chimed softly in his mind.
[Heavenly Path Choice Detected]A new branch of destiny has opened.Choose wisely, for your path will shape what heaven rewards next.
Lin Wei looked up at the official.
His answer would change everything.