"It's alright. This house is quite old. The furniture inside is too plain, the flowers and plants are too ordinary, and the lotus pond is too small."
A few light words, yet they hit the nail on the head.
“Young lady, take a good look again. This courtyard was built only a little over ten years ago. The pillars and beams are made of solid materials, and the carvings are the work of famous craftsmen from the capital.”
Jiang Shuyue glanced up. In fact, she had already noticed it. The house was decorated with carved beams and painted rafters, exuding an antique charm. Even the straight-lattice windows were intricately carved.
The auspicious beasts on the upturned eaves of the roof are magnificent and imposing, clearly indicating a wealthy family.
The pillars in the covered corridor are so thick that one person can't wrap their arms around them; they are made of very high-quality materials.
Especially the pillars and beams in the front hall, with the phoenix spreading its wings, are so lifelike that they can be seen to have been repainted.
The lotus pond is surrounded by lush willows, and half of the pond is filled with blooming lotus flowers, creating a unique and charming scene.
Seeing Jiang Shuyue walking outside without stopping, the broker gritted his teeth and said, "If the young lady is interested, I will ask the master to waive the change. What do you think?"
In Beijing, this is considered a luxury mansion. Few people would even look at it. If it's not sold soon, people will have to be hired to maintain the plants and trees after summer, which will be another expense.
As long as I can earn enough to cover the initial expenses and errand fees, that's fine.
Jiang Shuyue said calmly, "Seeing how sincere you are, go back and talk to the owner first, then take the house deed to Huajianzhu to find me."
The deal was done, and the broker was overjoyed.
He hurried a few steps, wanting to say a few flattering words to Jiang Shuyue, but Cang Yun and Gao Mu protected her tightly, so he had no choice but to follow closely behind.
He smiled broadly and said, "I've got it. I'll take the deed to see you tomorrow."
After leaving Guixiang Street, they parted ways with the broker.
On the way back, Gao Mu said in a serious tone, "If Miss thinks that the lotus pond is too small, I will have someone dig up the whole area next to it when the water level drops during the dry season."
"No need, that lawn is just right, and the lotus pond is actually enough. Once we move in, we can buy more fish to put in it."
Cangyun patted Gao Mu on the shoulder, "Didn't you see? Master really likes this courtyard."
Jiang Shuyue turned around and gave Cang Yun an appreciative look. "That's right. It occupies a large area and there are many places that can be renovated. The eaves are all painted, and the house is well maintained."
She paused and then said, "The key is that this location is exactly what I wanted. It's a four-courtyard house, and it's worth 120,000 taels of silver."
"Your Majesty is truly wise. The broker is incredibly cunning. I saw that the book says 122,000 taels. He's a real swindler!"
"What do you mean by erasing two thousand taels? That's the amount they added."
Seeing Cang Yun's furious expression, Jiang Shuyue smiled and said, "Those who do business are just pursuing profits. As long as they don't do anything immoral, it's understandable."
At this moment, Sui Sui touched her round belly and said, "Uncle Nangong, Sui Sui can't eat anymore."
Since he left home, he has tried all the snacks on the street.
Nangong Zeyue glanced at the shadows under the eaves of the houses on the street; it would be noon in half an hour.
He took Sui Sui's hand and walked forward. "Juxian Pavilion is just ahead. Let's pack some of their signature dishes to take back for your mother to try."
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The inn is built amidst the flowers.
Gao Mu handed an envelope to Jiang Shuyue, saying, "My lady, this is what the young master asked me to give you before I left."
Jiang Shuyue took the envelope. Inside was a short letter and a piece of paper.
Xiao Suian, courtesy name Shen.
The strong and powerful characters immediately catch the eye.
She looked up, her eyes wide. Gao Mu swallowed hard. "Master, please read the letter. The young master should have an explanation."
Gao Mu then left.
The young master registered the household registration for the young master Sui Sui without the young lady's consent.
This fire might harm innocent bystanders, so if he didn't flee now, when would he? He didn't want to be that fish.
After reading the letter, Jiang Shuyue slammed it onto the table. "Hmph! Well said. Fatherly love is like a mountain. Not only should he give his son his surname, but he should also give him more support."
"Mother, is Father here?"
Just then, Nangong Zeyue returned with Sui Sui.
Hearing her mother call her father's name, Sui Sui let go of Nangong Zeyue's hand and ran into the house.
Seeing her mother's cheeks puffing out, Sui Sui knew her mother was angry.
He bent down, picked up the letter from the ground, and quickly read it through.
He recognizes all the words on it.
"Mommy, don't be angry. I love you, Mommy, and I love Daddy too. No matter what my surname is, I'm still Mommy's son. Can you call me Sui Sui forever?" Sui Sui said, putting the letter on the table and snuggling into her mother's arms.
Jiang Shuyue patted her son's head, her unhappiness instantly vanishing. Her son was cute and sensible.
Xiao Jingzhao was thoughtful; he didn't want others to say that his son was a child without a father.
Nangong Zeyue had keen hearing and overheard the mother and son's conversation from outside the door.
He knocked on the door.
"Come in and sit down. I sent the three of them out to buy some things. They should be back soon." Jiang Shuyue lowered her gaze.
Nangong Zeyue stepped into the house. "Your three maids are back. I brought back some dishes, and they took them to the kitchen to plate them."
Nangong Zeyue glanced at the letter on the table, a smile playing on her lips.
"Were you upset about this just now?"
Jiang Shuyue released her son, letting him go find Gao Mu and Cang Yun on his own.
"I wouldn't say I'm unhappy, it's just too sudden. My son hasn't even been registered in the Yellow Register since he was born, so it's good that he helped me get it done."
Jiang Shuyue was a reasonable person, and she quickly understood Xiao Jingzhao's thoughts. She then told Nangong Zeyue that she had her eye on a large house.
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