Chapter 155: The aesthetics are too similar to Jiang Yu's
"Dear guest, do you have any specific requirements? I will help you choose carefully so that you can save yourself the trouble!" The waiter wanted to know more details.
Su Wan thought about it and was considering whether to find another place to set up a workshop for goat milk soap, or choose a place with a bigger yard.
"Could you please step aside for a moment so I can ask my brother for his opinion?"
Su Wan wanted to discuss it with his third and fifth brothers first.
The guy heard this and nodded with a smile:
"Please feel free to do as you please. I'll be waiting outside. Call me if you need anything."
After the guy left, Su Wan started to discuss with Su Chen and Su Yi.
"Third and fifth brothers, what do you think? Should we find a house with a bigger yard and make soap at home, or should we find another yard to set up a workshop?"
"Let's find another yard. As our business grows, we'll definitely need a separate workshop. It's always inconvenient to work at home."
"I think Lao Wu is right. It shouldn't cost much to rent a yard as a workshop."
This time, the three siblings had the same idea.
This is what Su Wan thought in his heart, but his fifth brother just said that you should think everything through carefully, and if you can't make up your mind, discuss it with your family.
"Then let's set up a special workshop and call the guys in!"
Calling the waiter in again, Su Wan told him that his budget was only two thousand taels and he had no other requirements. The house had to be clean and quiet, not close to the downtown area.
After listening to this, the waiter selected three houses with three courtyards, located in three different places.
The location is closer to the alley and is relatively quiet.
The first house is exquisite and grand. It was completed less than three years ago. It is relatively new, in a good location, quiet, and convenient for daily life. However, because a murder occurred in the house next door, it is unlucky, so it has not been sold. Otherwise, this house would not be within the budget of two thousand taels.
They are all superstitious people, so there are many people watching, but almost no people choosing.
The second one is closer to the city gate and is slightly larger. It is located in the suburbs of a city. There are no busy streets nearby and it is far from the vegetable market, but it can be bought for only 1,600 taels.
The third one is in the city center, only two streets away from the most prosperous street, Yueman Xilou. The vegetable market is just to the left of the alley entrance. The environment is very quiet. It is a three-story house with small front and back yards, but there is a small pond and two hibiscus trees in the back yard. Compared with the previous two, except for the better location, the area is not as big as the previous two, and it has been rented out before. The previous family lived here for three years and moved out half a year ago. The flowers and plants planted in the yard have withered, but it is still very good after some care.
The layout has the feeling of Suzhou gardens, with rockery and flowing water, very Jiangnan style.
Su Wan was attracted by the small pond in the backyard. She wanted to plant a pond of lotus flowers and raise a few koi in it.
The main thing is that she has two favorite hibiscus trees. It is spring now, and the green leaves and tender buds on the trees are very lush. When the season comes, the hibiscus flowers that bloom will surely be lush and beautiful.
By then the whole yard will be filled with the fragrance of hibiscus, how beautiful it will be.
Her aesthetic taste is very similar to Jiang Yu's. Jiang Yu bought Furong Cottage because of the pond and the hibiscus tree. He didn't want to live in his father's house, so every time he returned to the capital, he would rather live in Furong Cottage.
Su Wan was most satisfied with this house. The price was also cheap, 1,880 taels. This was cheap because the house had been completed seven or eight years ago and some brick walls needed repairs. It had also been inhabited before. Otherwise, with this location and environment, it would have cost at least 2,500 taels a few years ago.
"Young man, was the previous resident a clean family? Has anyone in the family been infected with the plague? Is their behavior inappropriate?"
Su Wan had to ask these questions clearly before knocking on the board.
If the previous resident has a history of infectious diseases, that won’t work. What if the virus is left behind?
Also, if the children in the family behave badly, the house will be unclean and unpleasant to live in.
"Don't worry, my dear guest. This former resident is from a family of scholars with a clean record. They have two sons who have passed the imperial examinations. One of them passed the imperial examination and became a top ten Jinshi three years ago. He was transferred to Huizhou Prefecture half a year ago and took up the position of county magistrate. Now the whole family has moved to Huizhou and lives there.
Previously, this family had a respectable character. The head of the household was a kind man who often donated money to the charity hall. The mistress was a lady of good family and well-educated. When she left, she kept the house very clean and tidy. It's just that it's been empty for six months, so it looks a bit messy now. If you are worried, you can ask the neighbors. The previous resident's surname was Wang, and he had an excellent reputation among the neighbors.
In this case, Su Wan felt relieved. Since they came from a scholarly family and most of the literati were particular about their conduct, they shouldn't have the problems she was worried about.
"Third brother, fifth brother, what do you think of this house?"
"The price is quite reasonable and the location is good, I think it's okay!" The third brother's opinion was pertinent, and he valued cost-effectiveness more.
"It's quiet and elegant, and convenient for living. It may not be as spacious as the two above, but it's cozy. Most importantly, Wanwan likes it very much."
What the fifth brother cares about is that the family can stay together, be lively and affectionate.
Then let’s go with this one. Decide on it as soon as you like it, otherwise it will be too late to regret if something unexpected happens.
"Young man, we are very satisfied with this house. However, my family is not in Xiangzhou, and I don't have so much silver notes on me. Can you pay a deposit of 100 taels first to settle the deal, and then come back in three days with the remaining balance?"
As Su Wan spoke, he took out five taels of silver and stuffed it into his hand, hoping that he would do something helpful.
She is also very smart. Working in the dental clinic is a good job. I believe this guy has received a lot of tips.
Xiangzhou is such a prosperous place. If she doesn't give a little tip, people might not appreciate it and it would make her look petty.
Only after giving her some money and doing her a favor would people be willing to leave the house to her.
Sure enough, the clerk took the money, put it in his pocket, and smiled happily:
"Okay, as you requested, I'll pay a deposit of 100 taels first and leave the house to you. We'll trade the remaining 1,780 taels in three days. However, if you breach the contract, only half of the deposit will be returned. Do you have any objections?"
This is also the rule of the underworld and is not considered an unfair clause.
As a result, Su Wan's time is very tight. He will only have one day to discuss things if he goes back tomorrow, and he will have to come to Xiangzhou to trade the day after tomorrow.
"No objection, but there must be a stamped document as proof!"
Su Wan only recognizes the stamp on the document, so he can't escape.
"Of course. Don't worry, our pawnshop is working for the imperial court and we will never do anything dishonest or ungrateful," the clerk assured.
That was how it was settled. When we returned to the dental clinic, night had already fallen. We had been busy all day.
After getting the document and paying a deposit of one hundred taels of silver, the house was settled.
Before leaving, the waiter told Su Wan:
"Dear guest, please think carefully about what kind of plaque you want for your house in the next few days. Should you use your surname or choose another elegant name? After the land deed is in your hands, our agency will give you the plaque for free. I guarantee you will be satisfied."
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