Chapter 625: First Volume, Chapter 625: Preparing a New Home

First Volume, Chapter 625: Preparing a New Home

Qin Xiaofu summoned several servants, and together they carried away the money chest.

Xie Yun'er, who had witnessed the entire scene, was deeply resentful of Qin Feng's "arrogant and tyrannical" behavior.

But seeing Qin Feng unhesitatingly give away all the silver, she secretly admired him.

No wonder the sons of Jingdu's official families hated Qin Feng to the bone and smeared his name endlessly, yet could never shake his reputation among the Folk.

Compared to those so-called virtuous men who sought only fame.

Qin Feng was truly, in the truest sense, standing with the common people.

"Qin Feng, with so much money, don't you feel any pain?"

Facing Xie Yun'er's question, Qin Feng shrugged, looking utterly unconcerned.

"It's not my money anyway—why should I care?"

"Those official brats can raise Ten Thousand Li Silver in a single day—who knows how much they've plundered from the People's Livelihood."

"Returning this silver to the people is merely a drop in the ocean."

"Besides, one Tael of Silver means nothing to us."

"But to ordinary folk, it equals half a year's expenses—it can accomplish a great deal."

Since the National War, People's Livelihood has suffered greatly; this small sum is at least some compensation for the people.

Xie Yun'er's gaze toward Qin Feng grew steadily brighter.

Those who don't know Qin Feng think he's obsessed with wealth, always finding ways to hoard it.

But Xie Yun'er had seen with her own eyes how Qin Feng gave away countless Li of Silver for the people without so much as a frown.

Xie Yun'er actually wished there were more greedy people like Qin Feng in this world.

Zhao Yuxiong and Ning Hu watched in silence, exchanged a glance, and simultaneously revealed unwavering resolve in their eyes.

To follow a man like Qin Feng in this life—worth it!

"By the way, since Third Sister entered Gong Zhong, she hasn't sent a single letter—we don't know how she's doing."

"Now, the Emperor has completely blocked my path into the palace."

"The Brocade Uniform Guard can't possibly infiltrate Gong Zhong—we're completely blind to what's happening inside—it's so frustrating."

Seeing Qin Feng's eyes filled with worry.

Liu Hongyan gently stroked Qin Feng's head.

"Your Third Sister is a shrewd woman—no need to worry too much."

"Besides, Chief Zhang came by earlier and said Xiaolan has been staying by the Empress's side since entering the palace."

"She shouldn't run into any trouble."

The Empress…

Qin Feng's knowledge of the Empress was limited to rumors of her "vegetarian diet, Buddhist devotion, and self-cultivation."

Surely the Empress feared Xiaolan would be mistreated, which is why she summoned her to her side.

Thinking of this, Qin Feng's lingering anxiety finally eased.

With the Empress protecting her, even those with ill intent would dare not lay a hand on Xiaolan.

"By the way, Chief Zhang? Which Chief Zhang?"

Liu Hongyan smiled with deep meaning: "There's only one Chief in the palace—who do you think it is?"

Qin Feng sat up abruptly, face filled with disbelief: "You don't mean that old bastard Zhang Xiuye, do you?"

"He hated me to the bone—how did he start wagging his tail?"

"Ugh! Disappointing!"

Qin Feng sighed heavily—he'd expected Zhang Xiuye to fight him to the death, but now he turned out to be a turncoat.

Beside him, Xie Yun'er rolled her eyes.

"Zhang Xiuye is the Imperial Household Chief, the Emperor's personal attendant—he's willing to make peace with you, and you're still unhappy?"

Qin Feng looked helpless: "It's just… having no rival makes me feel strangely empty."

Hearing this, Xie Yun'er grew even angrier.

"Hmph! I'd say you just deserve it!"

"The old saying goes: better to resolve enmity than deepen it."

"Since Zhang Xiuye is willing to help you, you must not turn on him again."

Qin Feng nodded vigorously.

"Wife, you're right—future intel from the palace will all depend on Zhang Xiuye."

Wife…?!

Xie Yun'er froze, then her cheeks flushed crimson.

They weren't even engaged—and this damn man had just called Xie Yun'er his wife!

And right in front of so many people.

Xie Yun'er wanted to crawl into a crack in the ground.

"Y-you bastard—I'm not talking to you!"

Xie Yun'er ran off without looking back.

Liu Hongyan suppressed her laughter and shook her head: "Feng'er, why do you always enjoy teasing Yun'er?"

Wife… isn't she meant to be teased?

Hehehe!

Qin Feng's mind bubbled with mischief.

Looking at the crowded courtyard, Qin Feng felt this couldn't go on.

"Little Marquis, take your men and reactivate the abandoned Tianji Camp."

"Move the Black Riders and all the soldiers into the Tianji Camp."

"Just leave a minimal guard force at the Qin Residence."

"Judging by this situation, we won't be returning to the Northern Border anytime soon—better prepare for a long stay."

After Ning Hu left, Qin Feng immediately turned to Zhao Yuxiong.

"Brother Yuxiong, go find me a house in Jingdu."

"The bigger, the better—price is no issue. Once it's settled, just get the silver from Second Sister."

Zhao Yuxiong's eyes held a hint of confusion: "Qin Brother, why are you buying a house?"

"The Qin Residence is already large enough."

Qin Feng grinned, stealing a glance at Liu Hongyan: "Of course, it's for Second Sister."

"Second Sister, didn't I promise you I'd find you a new place to live?"

"Now I'm keeping that promise."

Liu Hongyan did have a cleanliness obsession; she disliked her room being tainted by others' scents, especially those of men.

But a thorough cleaning—or simply switching rooms—might suffice.

Yet Qin Feng intended to buy an entire estate as compensation.

Though touched, Liu Hongyan moved instantly to stop him.

"You've got some conscience, not wasting my affection for you."

"But buying a house is unnecessary—houses in Jingdu are extremely expensive, especially large ones, often costing tens of thousands of taels of silver."

Yet Qin Feng remained firm, his face serious.

"Money isn't an issue."

"As long as Second Sister is happy, I'd spend tens of thousands of taels of silver without hesitation."

"It's settled!"

Qin Feng left Liu Hongyan no room to argue—he finalized the house purchase outright.

Though Liu Hongyan hated the expense, Qin Feng's deep regard warmed her heart.

Her gaze toward Qin Feng grew impossibly tender.

Unbeknownst to her, Qin Feng had another plan in mind for buying the house.

Though the Qin Residence was large, it was unsuitable for major modifications.

To establish a lasting foothold in Jingdu, he must always prepare for the worst.

Qin Feng needed a sufficiently secure base, in case some future "turmoil" arose.

He could then rely on an impregnable estate to resist and find an opportunity to flee Jingdu.

As Qin Feng silently plotted his "new home" in his mind,

the atmosphere in the Imperial Palace's Guanyin Temple had reached an unprecedented level of deadly tension.

Li Xiaolan and the Empress locked eyes, silent for a long while.

Merely the clash of their gazes was already fiercely intense!