Crossing the Unknown Country

Chapter 461 They chose a house

Su He and his friends successfully sold a truckload of specialties to Wanhuohang through the introduction of Shopkeeper Chai. Su He learned the origin of the store's name at Wanhuohang. They not only sold specialties from all over Ansheng Country, but also things from neighboring countries. Su He even saw modern things that were probably from the Middle East.

This means that wherever the continents are connected, there are caravans going back and forth. Although no one came there, the goods were moved layer by layer, and they arrived at Ansheng Country.

Su He bought some spices and small carpets that he wanted. He could use the spices himself and take the carpets back to have people in his workshop try to weave them. Su He also bought some special seeds that he could try to cultivate in his own farm. If he could grow them, it would be silver.

They thanked Shopkeeper Wang because the price he paid was fair and Su He bought everything at a discount price. This way, Su He and his friends made a lot of money.

Su He and his friends were not the kind of ungrateful people. They thought that when they could start to make money, they would send a set of good writing brushes, inkstones, and paper to thank the two families. If you meet a good person, you must make friends with him. They don't have many friends here.

Su He and his team completed their big task and went to the pawnshop with money in their arms to buy a house. This time they planned to buy a three-courtyard house. They originally thought that a smaller one would be enough to live in. However, they did not spend any money on the way and even earned a lot of money, so they decided to buy a bigger one and get it all at once.

The group came to a dental shop they had inquired about and found a young dental practitioner who looked down-to-earth. Su He's father asked him, "Hello, young man. Do you have a three-story house with a better location and environment?"

The broker smiled and said, "Yes, please tell me your specific requirements. For example, if you want to do business, you can live in the North City. If you want to live there permanently, choose the junction of the North and South City, where it is convenient to buy vegetables and other things. If there are scholars in your family, it is best to choose the East City near the Kyoto Academy. There is not only the Kyoto Academy, but also other academies. The environment is quiet and elegant, and there are many families with scholars. It is generally not recommended to go to the West City. There are too many people of all kinds. If you don't have to live there, don't choose it."

The broker also deals with all kinds of people all year round, so he can tell the general family background of the visitor at a glance, so he introduces them in more detail. These people are well-dressed, talk and behave generously, and they are obviously well-off.

Su He's father was very satisfied with this broker, so he asked with a smile: "My surname is Su, may I know your surname, young man?"

The broker smiled happily and said, "We are destined to be together. My last name is Xie, which means "Dong", but my mother's last name is Su."

Su He's father smiled: "Thank you, brother. We are destined to meet. Please take care of our yard. Let's take a look at the one in East City first!"

The broker Xie Dong took the keys, got in their car and led the way to Dongcheng. Beijing is too big, and it would be too far to walk underground.

They drove for more than half an hour to the East City, which was actually close to the imperial palace. Various government offices were also here, and many of the elders' residences were also nearby. They saw that the courtyard was basically on the outside, and even at this price, it was one of the more expensive places in the city.

They had already asked on the way, and a house with three entrances would cost about five thousand taels, which Su He felt was within his affordability. Su He would also be willing to buy a bigger house, but that would depend on the specific circumstances.

They and Xie Dong first looked at a courtyard with three courtyards. The layout was compact and the three courtyards were barely built. The place was a bit uncomfortable. If only the owner was okay, the environment would not be very good. It was not as well arranged as the courtyard in their border town, so no one was too satisfied.

Since the master followed the Su family, he has raised his requirements for living. Because Su He pays great attention to details, flowers, trees, pavilions, and some small scenery make living comfortable.

Xie Dong saw their reaction and knew that the small courtyard would not satisfy them. He took them directly to a large courtyard with three entrances and a back garden. This courtyard had corridors, flower pavilions, rockery and flowing water, and was a good combination of movement and stillness. It was obvious that the owner was a person with taste.

They were all very satisfied with it. Xie Dong said awkwardly, "Uncle Su, this yard is good, but the price is not cheap. The owner wants 6,000 taels of silver, and we can bargain it down to about 5,800. A few days ago, someone offered 5,700 taels, but we didn't reach an agreement because the owner said that he would not only look at the money, but also the buyer, and he would not sell it to everyone."

Su He asked curiously: "Why is the owner selling the house? There must be a reason for selling such a nice house!"

Xie Dong said, "That's right. It's because their son is going to take up a post in another place. I heard that the place he is going to is relatively poor, so they moved to the old house and sold this house for money for him to take with him."

Su He knew that the other party had no choice but to ask, so he said to Xie Dong: "Then let's ask. If it can be cheaper, that would be the best. If not, then just buy it. Thank you for your trouble, brother."