After breakfast, Huo ShaoJie and Huo Mei Shu went out to run some errands. Lu Zheng was very happy that her eldest son and daughter-in-law were getting along so well. She also went out happily to meet with her old lady friends.
"Aren't you going to work today?"
Seeing everyone leaving to take care of their own business, Rong Dai was about to go upstairs to do embroidery when she noticed Huo Shao Ting had not yet gone out.
"Work is not urgent. House hunting is the top priority - I've already set up appointments."
Huo Shao Ting took her hand, gazing at her tenderly and indulgently. He really didn't want to leave her side for a moment.
"Is it necessary to rush it so much?"
Rong Dai was a little surprised that he had already made arrangements after his mother had just mentioned it.
"It's very necessary. That will be our home."
Huo Shao Ting said very seriously.
Rong Dai couldn't argue with him. Although she liked this harmonious family atmosphere, she didn't really want the family to see through their intimate life every time.
The couple then drove to Huafu Hill City. The manager and interior designer were already waiting, along with Zhang Assistant.
The manager gave a very detailed introduction, covering almost everything.
"How much per square foot?"
Rong Dai nodded. The environment here was indeed good, better than Jinlou Yuque.
It was a private courtyard villa in Huaxia garden style. But the landscaping in the complex was very mature, with ancient trees, high walls, winding lanes and secluded paths, as well as a living brook where colored carps could be seen swimming.
The railings, steps, stone slabs, and pillars were all very classical and had an oriental Huaxia flavor.
It was tranquil amidst the hustle and bustle, and also occupied a prime location in Huaxia, so the price must be steep.
The manager was slightly surprised and subconsciously glanced at Huo Shao Ting.
Could it be that the Huo family was lacking money to buy a house? With the Huo's wealth, they could buy up this whole neighborhood.
But since Rong Dai asked this way, she must have her own reasons.
Huo Shao Ting's expression was calm as he blinked his eyes. The manager understood and quickly smiled, "The listing price is 320,000 yuan, but Mr. Huo is a valued long-time customer of our company, so we can give a discount on that price."
Even though Rong Dai was used to seeing precious objects in her previous life, when she heard this price she still couldn't help but inwardly gasp.
She was no longer the newly arrived Queen. She now understood the currency of this time.
Based on this price, the villa was nearly 4,000 square feet, which was worth nearly 10 billion yuan!
Even the Huo family's old residence wasn't worth that much!
She knew the Huo family was wealthy, and 10 billion was not a small expenditure, but with just the two of them as husband and wife, they didn't need that much space.
For the two of them, all that really mattered was one bed.
In her previous life she had been the Queen, and lacked nothing. No matter how extravagant, she had enjoyed it.
And it was precisely because she had experienced it all that now her requirements were not high. All she needed was to live comfortably.
"Shao Ting, can we look somewhere else? There's no need for so much space for just the two of us."
In her previous life as Queen, she had been surrounded by crowds wherever she went, so even living alone in such a large palace she wouldn't feel deserted.
But now there were only the two of them, Huo Shao Ting and herself. Such a large place, even though the environment was good, was unnecessary.
Mother-in-law had first suggested it, but 10 billion yuan was no small expenditure.
The atmosphere in the Huo family had just eased, and she didn't want buying a house to make the relationships rigid again.
The manager was slightly surprised. He had seen many wives from wealthy families who, as long as their husbands were willing to pay, wished for bigger and bigger spaces.
This Mrs. Huo was interesting, actually finding the place too spacious?
Seeing the couple about to speak, he tactfully led the designer aside and waited. His phone suddenly vibrated.
The manager quickly answered, because the company had prepared Huo Shao Ting's appointment in advance. Although Rong Dai's reputation had been rising sharply in Shengjing recently, in the eyes of outsiders, Rong Dai had just married into a wealthy family and was transformed into a golden phoenix.
Early this morning, Huo Shao Ting's newly registered account had been dug up, and Rong Dai was again a trending topic.
Rong Dai didn't take this to heart. She didn't pay attention to such things, but she couldn't control what others said and did.
The manager on the phone showed more and more astonishment, and his gaze towards Rong Dai changed, revealing incredulity and even more respect.
"Mrs. Huo, there is one thing I need to confirm with you."
The manager hung up and revealed a professional smile. His voice was gentle as he spoke.
Rong Dai turned her head to look at him and nodded, "Please go ahead."
The manager glanced at Huo Shao Ting, then took out a tablet from his briefcase and opened several documents just sent by the company.
"It's like this - the company just sent over these purchase contracts. Ms. An previously bought a villa here. Because she was one of the first buyers, she got an especially good location."
"Ms. An paid the full amount upfront in one lump sum, but after so many years she hasn't come to do any renovations. I've only been with the company a few years so I'm not too clear about this matter. I sincerely apologize."
"Why don't you and Mr. Huo go take a look?"
Although he couldn't make this sale anymore, the manager was very clear that offending Huo Shao Ting was out of the question.
And if he provided considerate service, even if this sale didn't go through, there would still be other business opportunities in the future.
Rong Dai was startled for a moment, feeling somewhat surprised.
She tried to recall that there were indeed several property deeds in her name in the Huaxia head office treasury.
Those were all assets An Feiya had accumulated for her daughter. Rong Dai had her own worries at the time and didn't pay much attention to the real estate.
Now hearing the manager's words, she was greatly shocked.
This An Feiya was really unexpected!
A 10 billion yuan villa purchased just like that!
Rong Dai thought of those title deeds in the safe deposit box and couldn't help but secretly inhale. At the same time she also felt very regretful.
Such a capable woman as An Feiya was actually killed by a petty crook like Zuo Ran.
These two were clearly unrelated. It could only be said it was the vicissitudes of life.
Otherwise with An Feiya's formidable money-making abilities, she would have had ample resources to groom the original owner into a proud daughter of heaven.
"Shao Ting, shall we go take a look?" Rong Dai looked at him and asked.
Huo Shao Ting pressed his lips together. This never-met mother-in-law really surprised him!
He nodded, and the couple followed the manager to the villa.
An Feiya had excellent taste in choosing the location, right in the best spot at the center of the villa complex.
It afforded a view of the entire villa neighborhood while also overlooking the large natural woods behind. The air was extremely fresh.
The villa was still bare concrete, but the courtyard and surrounding greenery were maintained by the property management. It looked very secluded and tranquil.
Rong Dai liked it at first glance.
An Feiya dearly loved this daughter, it was just a pity that because of Zuo Ran, mother and daughter grew further and further apart, even to the point that their lives diverged.
Otherwise, with An Feiya's formidable money-making prowess, she would have had ample resources to groom the original owner into a proud daughter of heaven.
