Chapter 410 - 404: Injuring Muscles and Bones_1
On this day, Zhao Erhu and Lin Yue were just about to leave the house when Jiang Ziqi arrived just in time. "Little Yueyue, I heard you want to buy a residence. It so happens I know of a house that’s up for sale. The location isn’t bad—it used to be part of the Huaiyuan Royal Palace’s properties. Then it was bought by General Yun Hui. Not long ago, the General was implicated in a plot to rebel, which the Emperor verified, leading to the execution of those of his clan who were sentenced to death, and the exile of those who were exiled. As a result, all of his assets were confiscated and auctioned off by the Court, and this house was among them. Knowing you wanted to buy a house, I’ve already sent someone to get things ready, just waiting for you to have a look and decide if it’s suitable, then you can buy it."
"Really? That’s wonderful; let’s go have a look right now." Zhao Erhu and Lin Yue had inquired about many places these past few days but hadn’t found a suitable house. It was either too expensive or the location wasn’t right. Considering Jiang Ziqi endorsed this place, it must be good. However, because it involved the Court, Zhao Erhu and Lin Yue were still hesitant, fearing it might bring trouble.
"Big Brother Jiang, this matter is related to the Court. Is it okay for us, ordinary citizens, to buy this house? Won’t it cause any trouble?" Lin Yue wasn’t very familiar with affairs of the Court, so she asked Jiang Ziqi straight out.
"Don’t worry, I’ve got your back. I’ve already spoken on your behalf beforehand, so no one will give you a hard time. Just go and see if the house meets your standards. If it does, feel free to buy it. I’ll take care of the rest for you."
"Then, thank you, Big Brother Jiang. I’ve been really stressed about this, having looked over so many houses without finding a suitable one—either too expensive or the location wasn’t right." Their relationship with Jiang Ziqi was close, and he had helped their family on more than one or two occasions. Lin Yue didn’t offer empty courtesies, knowing if Jiang Ziqi weren’t willing to help, he wouldn’t have specifically come to tell them about it. As for the favor he had done for them, she naturally cherished it in her heart.
"Why be so polite with me? It’s just that I don’t know if you’ll like it or not. Let’s go have a look and then decide," said Jiang Ziqi nonchalantly, brushing the matter off as if it was an easy affair. Of course, he didn’t tell Zhao Erhu and Lin Yue that to secure the house, he had unusually intervened in government affairs, accelerating the execution of General Yun Hui, and had also done a favor for the head of the Ministry of Household. To him, it was all willingly done, and there was no need for them to know.
Lin Yue and Zhao Erhu followed Jiang Ziqi to the house. The once bustling estate was now only guarded by a gatekeeper, who, upon seeing Jiang Ziqi’s arrival, hurried over to greet them and opened the gate to let them in.
Since the house’s former owner, General Yun Hui, had his assets confiscated, the officials had rummaged through the place, leaving it a mess with items smashed all over. The sight was desolate and bleak, confronting Lin Yue with the terrifying power of the Emperor once again.