King of the Wilderness

"It’s so beautiful," Aliya whispered in admiration, "hosting a Christmas dinner here would be like filming a movie."

Then, they moved to the other side, to the kitchen and family dining area. Seeing it, Emily’s eyes lit up immediately.

"All the kitchen appliances here are the top series from Germany’s Gaggenau and Miele."

Arthur, with a sense of pride, introduced, "It includes two large-capacity built-in refrigerators, a temperature and humidity-controlled wine cabinet that can store 200 bottles, a steam oven, a vacuum sous-vide machine, an induction cooktop, a gas stove, a teppanyaki griddle... capable of meeting the needs of any Michelin three-star chef."

Emily’s fingertips gently traced over the smooth, cool surface of the large island, crafted from a single piece of granite, her heart filled with boundless longing for the future.

The design of this kitchen is impeccable, retaining cabinets crafted from natural wood with plenty of storage space.

On one side of the island is several comfortable square bar stools, allowing family members to enjoy breakfast or afternoon tea here.

Adjacent to the kitchen is a smaller family dining table with a few comfortable dining chairs, more suitable for daily family meals.

Emily could almost instantly imagine the future—morning, with the serene snowy mountains outside the window, she prepares nutritious breakfast for her family here, sunlight pouring through the windows onto the island.

In the evening, the family gathered here, sharing the day’s anecdotes, she even started thinking about how to use this perfect kitchen to prepare those complicated dishes.

Next, they visited the recreation facilities located on the ground floor and basement level.

The extravagance of the private IMAX cinema exceeded their imagination, and the two rows of leather sofas that could fully recline with heating, ventilation, and massage functions made Aliya exclaim that it was more comfortable than a first-class airline seat.

The professional-grade temperature-controlled wine cellar, reminiscent of a medieval monastery wine cellar, caught even Lin Yu’an’s attention.

This is a space completely wrapped in warm red brick, whether it’s the walls or the graceful and solid barrel vault ceiling, all meticulously crafted with rich-colored red bricks.

The most dazzling feature of the room is undoubtedly the massive chandelier hanging above the long dining table.

It seems like countless glass branches coated in platinum, stretching and interlacing freely in the air to form a complex yet vibrant structure.

The lights illuminate from within, casting mottled and dreamlike shadows, bathing the entire red brick space in a sacred and romantic hue.

On one side of the room is a huge arched window, with a long table made of heavy black walnut wood placed centrally.

At the other end of the room, a giant arched double glass door stood quietly.

Through the square glass panes on the door, the brightly lit professional-grade temperature-controlled wine cellar is clearly visible.

Countless top-tier wines, like soldiers awaiting inspection, are neatly arranged on the wine racks.

Arthur timely explained, "In this cellar are more than five thousand bottles of his lifetime collection, from Bordeaux’s top chateaux, to Burgundy’s Romanée-Conti, to California’s Napa Valley’s Screaming Eagle... all of these will be gifts left to the new owner of this house."

Lin Yu’an slowly walked to the giant window, imagining future days when he would raise a glass with his family from the head of this long table.

Just when they thought they had seen the pinnacle of luxury, Arthur, with a smile, led them to spaces even more breathtaking.

This is a round bathroom located within the tower, surrounded by a giant curved floor-to-ceiling window, providing a 270-degree invincible mountain view.

A similarly large round jacuzzi, capable of accommodating several people, is embedded in the center of a marble platform, with fresh red rose petals floating on the water surface.

Above the jacuzzi is a luxurious vintage small chandelier made of brass and crystal, adding a touch of palatial opulence to this space.

Standing here gives the illusion of reigning over the world, with the mountains beneath one’s feet. It’s as if the entire world is just the backdrop for a bath.

Emily was moved by this pure beauty, imagining bathing here, surrounded by warm water and rising steam, while before her eyes lay a pure white world of ice and snow. This stark contrast is an unparalleled pleasure in itself.

"I... I want to get in and soak right now! Immediately! Now!" Aliya couldn’t wait any longer, shaking Emily’s hand excitedly.

"Can you imagine? Sipping champagne while watching the sun set behind the snowy mountains, this is simply... simply a life of God!"

Lin Yu’an looked at her childlike demeanor and couldn’t help but laugh.

Besides the indoor luxury, the outdoor space of the Eagle’s Nest was equally astonishing. Arthur led them to a semi-open outdoor lounge area covered by a roof.

This space exudes warmth and rustic vibes, with a graceful arched wooden roof structure continuing the living room’s design.

The ground is heavy wooden flooring, with a large fireplace built from rocks, where flames burn brightly.

A few sofas and chairs woven from raw wood and rattan, paired with thick cushions and blankets of ethnic style, are casually arranged around the fireplace.

An ironwork candle chandelier hangs from the ceiling, and a few infrared heaters stand in the corners, ensuring that even on the coldest winter night, it’s warm as spring here.

Arthur introduced, "We call this the fireside corridor, perfect for sitting here with a glass of whiskey or a cigar after dinner to enjoy the tranquil mountain night."

Lin Yu’an nodded, realizing this was indeed an ideal place to relax completely and have heart-to-heart talks with friends.

However, that’s not all.

After traversing the indoor infinity heated pool, that place of dreams where one side is midsummer and the other is midwinter, where one can capture the sight of snow-capped mountains from the warm pool.

They reached the main terrace.

The design of this terrace is even more modern and expansive. The ground is paved with dark gray slabs, with a modern fireplace made from fair-faced concrete as the visual focal point.

Next to the fireplace is a professional-grade outdoor grill, a set of simply lined teak sofas, and dining tables and chairs arranged on the terrace, capable of accommodating over a dozen people for a party.

Black high-efficiency heaters hang from the ceiling, ensuring the space’s comfort.

Standing here, the view is more vast than any previous spot.

The icy Mirror Lake shimmers with pink and purple hues under the sunset, while distant mountains stretch endlessly to the horizon.

"It’s perfect..." Emily sincerely sighed, "Barbecuing here in the summer, enjoying the snow in the winter... it fulfills all my fantasies about life!"