Feng Qingyi had already given up hope, thinking that this may just be a worthless piece of paper.
Though she thought it was so, she still fetched the paper for a glance.
Awkwardly, she couldn't recognize the characters on the paper at all, the strokes twisted in all directions, nothing short of alien language.
As Feng Qingyi inspected it closely, she suddenly remembered a book she had leafed through in Qin Yuchuan's study.
The handwriting in that book seemed to resemble this one. She decided to send it to him and asked, curious about what the text could be.
Thinking about the ten thousand points she spent to purchase these five blind boxes and not getting a single useful item out of them, Feng Qingyi became slightly frustrated.
At that moment, she noticed a line of small characters: Volunteer purchase of unknown items.
The text was so tiny that it was almost invisible unless one looked extremely close.
Now she understood the implication of voluntary purchase. It means that there is no need to buy unknown items when opening the next level of the shop. So her ten thousand points were wasted after all.
Just when Feng Qingyi was feeling down, a side quest, which had been silent for a while, suddenly popped up.
Side quest: Get the gold medal in the 19th Spring Breeze Painting Competition. Upon completion, earn five thousand points.
Feng Qingyi let out a sigh. Was this some kind of cruel joke, stripping her of her points before giving her a reward?
But it didn't seem like it was a reward either. A gold medal wasn't something just anyone could get their hands on.
At least the competition had preliminaries and finals. She still had time to finish her last painting course, striving to perform her best in the finals.
Feng Qingyi took the roses on her desk downstairs to the living room, intending to put them in a vase.
Regardless, they were still items that had cost her two thousand points. She wanted to let the flowers decorate her home for a while longer.
After settling the roses, Feng Qingyi received a message from Qin Yuchuan.
Given that it was his resting time, he must have replied during his break.
【Yuchuan: How did you get a deed to a house in Shengjing?】
【Qingyi: ...A deed! Was that what I just sent?】
【Yuchuan: Yes.】
【Qingyi: So, I actually own a house in Shengjing? Transfer me over, I want to see it!】
【Yuchuan: Where did this deed come from?】
【Qingyi: Bought it from the mysterious shop, and I had no clue it would be a deed. I guess my luck isn’t all bad.】
【Yuchuan: Luck?】
【Qingyi: I opened level three shop, with five unknown products, supposedly offering the chance for rare treasures.】
【Qingyi: But what I got was all but useless, except for this deed which is quite spectacular. It cost me ten thousand points!】
【Yuchuan: Well, the location of the house is good.】
【Qingyi: Tomorrow is a holiday, can I go see my house?】
【Yuchuan: You by yourself, I'm worried.】
【Qingyi: Transfer me to your house, and have one of your house staff accompany me. How about that?】
【Qingyi: I really want to see my house. Please, let me go!】
【Yuchuan: Fine, but you must let someone accompany you. No running around, and notify me if anything goes wrong.】
【Qingyi: Okay, I promise to behave.】
【Qingyi: That’s all. You can go back to your work now!】
【Yuchuan: Okay.】
Once more, Qin Yuchuan glanced at the deed sent by Feng Qingyi. The location was indeed excellent, right next to the General's Mansion.
Feng Qingyi carefully put away the deed; she certainly hadn't expected to own a house in Shengjing. The ten thousand points spent were worth it.
Though she would only get to see the house tomorrow, Feng Qingyi was already overwhelmed with excitement.
She curious how the house she won in the blind box would compare to the General's Mansion.
The following day, Qin Yuchuan teleported Feng Qingyi to the General's Mansion as per their agreed time.
Feng Qingyi looked around the familiar study, walking towards the door to open it.
In the Falling Flower Courtyard, the two begonia trees were in full blossom, and many snowy petals had fallen under the trees.
After making sure no one was around, Feng Qingyi quietly walked over and gave the tree a gentle shake.
Instantly, the white petals fluttered down, adorning her hair and clothes.
"Who goes there?" A guard from the mansion had heard noises and walked over to check.
Feng Qingyi hurriedly emerged from under the tree, "Hi! How are you doing?"
The guard recognized Feng Qingyi. "Miss Qingyi, how did you get in?"
"… I climbed over the wall!" Feng Qingyi feigned calmness.
The guard said, "Miss Qingyi, you must have come to see the princess, right? Next time, please use the main entrance. Climbing walls can be risky. Let me take you to the princess now.”
“...Oh, thank you!”
The guard replied, “You're too polite, Miss Qingyi.”
Feng Qingyi followed the guard into the courtyard where Xuanyuan Xi was reading in a heated room.
"Princess, Miss Qingyi is here!"
Upon hearing the guard, Xuanyuan Xi quickly put down the book and came out.
"Qingyi, you're here!"
Feng Qingyi walked to Xuanyuan Xi, taking her arm and saying, "Auntie, long time no see!"
Xuanyuan Xi looked at Feng Qingyi’s attire. "Indeed, it has been a while. How have you been?"
"Thanks for your concern, Auntie. I'm doing well. I heard from Qin Yuchuan that you weren't feeling well. How are you now?" asked Feng Qingyi.
Xuanyuan Xi smiled politely, "I stayed at the temple for a while and I've recovered. Don't worry about me, I'm even looking forward to your marriage and the birth of your child!"
Feng Qingyi blushed, "…Auntie, what are you saying!"
"There's no need to be shy, come and sit inside."
Feng Qingyi followed Xuanyuan Xi inside, where Bai Wei served tea and pastries.
"Auntie, I want to go and see the house later. Could the mansion guards accompany me on a trip?"
Xuanyuan Xi questioned, "To see a house?"
"Yes, I now have a house in Shengjing, and I want to go see it." Feng Qingyi then took out the deed and handed it to Xuanyuan Xi.
After looking at the deed, Xuanyuan Xi said, "I'll accompany you later."
"... This, wouldn't that be too inconvenient?"
Xuanyuan Xi smiled, "What's there to be troublesome about? It's just a short walk."
"A short walk, is the house nearby?" Feng Qingyi asked curiously.
Xuanyuan Xi chuckled, "Your house happens to be next door. Let’s go and see it together later."
"... It's next door?"
No wonder Qin Yuchuan had praised the location; this is what he'd meant.
After sitting inside the house for a while, Xuanyuan Xi took Feng Qingyi towards the neighbouring house, with Bai Wei trailing behind.
Exiting the grand portal of the General's Mansion, a short three-minute walk to the east and they had arrived.
Feng Qingyi stood outside the gate and scanned her surroundings. The two stone lions at the entrance gave off an aura of majesty.
"This place looks rather impressive, let's go in and take a look!"
Bai Wei helped push open the large doors for Feng Qingyi, with the sight before their eyes taking them back a step in surprise.
"Miss Qingyi, how much silver did you spend to buy this house?" Bai Wei had her hands over her mouth and nose in shock.
Feng Qingyi stepped back two steps, "It was rather expensive."
