Chapter 068 Buying a Property

The next morning, Chu Zhenxuan kissed Xia Xue on the forehead and went to court.

When Xia Xue woke up, it was almost noon.

Xia Chun came to report that the spies in the palace reported back that the emperor turned over the name card of Concubine Xia last night, and promoted her to a higher position and made her a beauty this morning.

Speaking of the promotion, Yang Junyi got up in the morning for the early court session. Xia Lu was helping him change his clothes. The emperor called out, not knowing whether it was intentional or he remembered it wrong, but he called out "Concubine Xia". Then Yuanbao reminded him that it was Talented Xia.

The emperor glared at him.

Yuanbao immediately congratulated Lady Xia on her promotion.

Xia Xue smiled and thought that as long as Hong Liangdi was gone, it was only a matter of time before the other concubines in the palace would benefit from it.

Chu Yun went to the military training ground again. Now the military training ground was his daily task. He heard that Zuo Qing was transferred to Seabuckthorn, a garrison station a hundred miles away from the capital.

When Xia Xue heard the news, she was stunned for a moment.

Chu Zhenxuan really cares about her.

After Xia Xue had finished her meal, she and Fu Yuqing went to the shop on North Street of the third branch of the Xia family.

Although Beijie is a new street, it is a key planned area in the capital after all, and many prototypes have been built. Fu Yuqing has always lamented that within five years, Beijie will surpass other streets and become the new city center.

Xia Xue and Fu Yuqing finally met Jia Congrong who was counting his bills in the shop at the innermost part of North Street.

"Mother"

Jia Congrong looked up and saw that it was Xia Xue. His eyes immediately turned red. "Xue'er."

He put down the account book in his hand, hurried out and hugged her.

"Kid, why have you lost weight recently?"

"The food in the palace is not delicious."

As soon as Xia Xue finished speaking, Fu Yuqing hurriedly pushed her.

Xia Xue stuck out her tongue. "It's actually not that bad. I'm just used to eating in the Xia family's small kitchen. I found the food in the palace a bit greasy, so I ate less."

Jia Congrong nodded and pulled her to sit down. "How can you bear to go out today? Where is your prime minister who accompanies you wherever you go?"

Xia Xue burst out laughing. After her mother was promoted to a higher position, she became much more cheerful.

"This girl, who knows what bad idea she has come up with again." Jia Congrong said to Fu Yuqing.

"Ma'am, you really know her well."

After a while of greeting, Xia Xue explained the purpose of her visit. There are some homeless children who need a place to stay. It doesn't have to be too big, but it has to be quiet. It would be best if they could attend classes and learn knowledge in the future in the same place.

Jia Congrong agreed immediately and said that there were three courtyards that met the requirements. One of them had the best environment and was quiet, but the only drawback was that the owner of that courtyard was exiled. After the assets were nationalized, the Ministry of Households sold all similar houses together one year, and the Xia family bought this one.

"What's wrong with exile? As long as the house is quiet and has a good environment, it's fine. Yuqing, what do you think?"

"I don't think it's a big deal either."

"Most people think it's unlucky, so the eldest wife has never sold this house. The price set by the eldest wife is very cheap, one hundred and two taels of silver. If Xue'er likes it, mother will buy it and give it to you." Jia Congrong said.

"Xue'er has kept her mother's help over the years in mind. Xue'er now has enough ability to buy a house. Besides, the prime minister may also need it in the future. It is not right to let mother buy it after all." Xia Xue said.

"Then Xue'er go take a look first. If she likes it, mother will go and discuss it with the old lady..."

Xia Xue held Jia Congrong's hand and said, "Mother, this is good. Buy it in Yuqing's name. Don't let the old lady know that I bought it."

Jia Congrong frowned, "Yes, if you bought it, then the old lady probably gave it to you as a gift. One hundred taels is not worth it."

Xia Xue nodded. After Jia Congrong took over the business, he had become much smarter and understood things quickly.

Jia Congrong called a carriage and the three of them went to see the new yard.

It takes about half an incense stick to get there from North Street.

The pavilions covered with vines, the hidden and dilapidated white jade bridge, and the exquisite courtyard plaques all indicate the former glory and current decline of the garden owner.

As soon as she entered the door, Xia Xue felt a sense of familiarity for no reason.

"I like it here." Xia Xue said lightly.

"Me too." Fu Yuqing said.

The three of them walked around and found that the environment here was indeed nice, with convenient transportation and peace and quiet. Although it had been abandoned for many years, most of the facilities were still usable. Only a small part was damaged, probably during the house search, and it just needed some repairs.

After the three of them finished reading it, they went back to the shop on North Street to handle the formalities.

Jia Congrong repeatedly asked for a discount, but Xia Xue refused and gave him an extra hundred taels. For a house like this, even one thousand taels, let alone two hundred taels, would be very valuable. Moreover, the house had not been sold for several years in the hands of the eldest wife, so she had to make her mother proud.

Jia Congrong knew Xia Xue's intention and did not refuse. He decided to wait and see if there was any opportunity in the future and then give Xia Xue more money.

After Xia Xue and Fu Yuqing finished their business, they strolled around North Street for a while and then returned to the Prime Minister's Mansion.

As soon as I entered the Floating Cloud Pavilion, I was greeted with a big hug.

"Yun'er."

"Mom, Yun'er can shoot an arrow ten meters today."

"Oh, Yun'er is so great!" Although Xia Xue had no idea about this, looking at Chu Zhenxuan's eyes full of admiration, she must have made great progress.

"General Jiao said Yun'er has talent. If he trains hard for a while, he can reach the level of a ten-year-old child soldier."

"Okay, then Yun'er needs to keep working hard."

Chu Yun said a few more words and went back to his room, leaving behind Chu Zhenxuan with a smile on his face and Xia Xue who was embarrassed.

Chu Zhenxuan looks very handsome in this outfit, completely different from the naked him last night.

When I think of how fierce he was last night, I'm amazed.

He is truly a wolf in sheep's clothing.

"Puff", Chu Zhenxuan spat out a mouthful of tea.

What did I do to deserve such a big reaction?

People who don’t know me would think you know what I’m thinking!!

Of course, this is impossible, hehehe.

Chu Zhenxuan glanced at Xia Xue and handed her a cup of tea.

"Ma'am, calm down."

Xia Xue:......

Which eye of yours saw that I was so angry?

Although I am really angry.

I am still sore all over!!!

"Madam, I just asked Lord Xia for some medicine, which he said can relax the muscles and promote blood circulation. I will give it to you later."

"Go, where?"

Chu Zhenxuan came over and whispered in Xia Xue's ear, "Madam, go wherever you feel uncomfortable."

Xia Xue:!!!

How dare you ask daddy for medicine!

Where can I put my face?

OMG.

Chu Zhenxuan tried hard not to laugh out loud and continued, "Lord Xia is very considerate and sent me a few more bottles of medicine. I think I will have to go to his house in person to thank him in a few days."

Buy one get one free?

He rolled his eyes, "What did you give me again?"

"Duozi Pills." Chu Zhenxuan said softly.

Xia Xue was determined to dig a hole in the ground and crawl into it. How anxious must her father be!!!

Xia Xueling was confused for a while until Chu Zhenxuan said that Cai Deqizhu's brother Cai Deqijia visited Da'an, then she reacted.

"What is he doing here???"