Chapter 156: Bountiful Harvest
"Yes, sir," Ego replied. "Gavin Lee left a message for you yesterday, but you might have missed it."
Gavin Lee was the man Zack had appointed to manage Sing Sing Farm after Antonny's death. A former steel mill worker, he was one of the first people to follow Zack. Under Gavin's leadership, the farm had expanded dramatically, with its reclaimed land now more than three times what it had been before. Fields of grain, vegetables, and even fruit trees stretched across the horizon. "He wants me to come by, doesn't he?" Zack guessed, a faint smile forming on his lips.
Gavin Lee, like Charles from the industrial zone, was one of Zack's most loyal followers. Their unwavering dedication sometimes bordered on the ceremonial—they lived for his approval. Zack knew that Gavin's request to visit was less about the harvest and more about hearing Zack's praise firsthand. "Yes, sir. He'd like you to give the order to start the harvest," Ego confirmed.
"These old-timers and their traditions..." Zack shook his head, though his smile lingered. "Alright. Let's pay them a visit."
Returning to the villa, Zack called for Annie and Sophia. Together, they boarded the jet and set off for Sing Sing Farm. "Big brother, look!" Annie's voice was filled with excitement as she peered through the window. Below them, vast fields of golden rice swayed gently in the autumn breeze.
In a world plagued by despair, this sight—a bountiful harvest—brought a rare sense of joy. For Zack and the others, it symbolized hope, a connection to their roots, and a glimpse of a brighter future.
"Look, it's the leader's plane!"
"Make space for the landing! Clear the area!"
"Get those brats out of the way!"