After being bought by seven rough men and taken to the deep mountains, I was pampered.

A sudden night wind rose, carrying the chill unique to the Northwest, howling through the streets of Langya Village.

But on the VIP terrace of the Qin family's [Yunqi Garden], the atmosphere was lively and bustling.

The county magistrate's wife, Madam Liu, was sprawled out on the specially made soft leather sofa, completely unladylike, with a skewer of mutton still clutched tightly in her hand.

She let out a burp.

Her eyes were glazed over, and her face was flushed (half from the spiciness, and half from being tempted by the third brother's figure).

"Madam, it's getting late."

The head maidservant cautiously approached, carrying a lantern: "The carriage is ready, we... should go back to the county office."

"Return?"

Like a cat whose tail had been stepped on, Liu suddenly sat up from the sofa.

She glared at the maid, then glanced back at this brightly lit, warm, and heavenly place surrounded by incredibly handsome men (though she wasn't allowed to touch them).

Then think about that dilapidated backyard of the county government office.

What's there?

There were only drafty walls, a bed board as hard as stone, and that old geezer (the magistrate) who could only grin foolishly at his concubine and was utterly repulsive to look at.

It's hard to go from extravagance to frugality!

I spent the whole night at the Qin family's house. They gave me a "rejuvenating hand" facial, a "unicorn arm" barbecue, and even the toilet smelled wonderful...

Should we send her back?

What's the difference between this and banishing a fairy to the mortal realm to feed pigs?!

"I'm not replying!"

Liu slammed the iron skewer in her hand onto the table, making a crisp sound.

"That lousy place, let whoever wants to go back! I'm staying here tonight!"

She grabbed Su Wan's hand, who was adding charcoal to the grill, her eyes filled with genuine passion:

"Hey girl! Dean Su! Do you still have any of those... 'accompanying student apartments' available?"

"No matter the price! Even if it's five hundred taels a night! I want to stay here!"

"I never want to sleep on that hard, uncomfortable bed again!"

……

Su Wan was left speechless, both amused and exasperated by Liu's sudden "madness".

She withdrew her hand, gently patted the back of Liu's hand, and wore a standard professional fake smile:

"Madam Liu, what a coincidence."

"As you know, our 'Yunxi Garden' is incredibly popular."

"Those thirty-six apartments were snapped up long ago by wives who wanted to accompany their children to school. Now the waiting list is stretching into next year."

"That's it?!"

Liu was struck dumb, and her whole body instantly slumped down.

She, the wife of a county magistrate, couldn't even secure a place to stay? If word got out, how would she ever face the elite social circles again?!

"Really none?" She persisted, her eyes darting around. "Then... what about the main courtyard where you all live? If it really doesn't work out, I can squeeze in with Su-meizi?"

"Cough cough cough!"

A violent cough interrupted Liu's raucous words.

Qin Yue, the fourth brother, who had been leaning against the railing and watching the show while fanning himself, almost choked on his own saliva.

Want to squeeze in with you?

That's my spot!

This is the eldest brother's position! This is the position for all the brothers in the family!

How could I possibly let an old woman like you, covered in perfume, gain the upper hand?

"Madam Liu, be careful what you say."

Qin Yue snapped his folding fan shut and strode over.

He stood beside Su Wan, subtly using half of his body to block Liu's attempt to rub against Su Wan.

Those usually smiling, almond-shaped eyes narrowed slightly, revealing a cold, possessive glint:

My sister-in-law is picky about her bed and the people she sleeps in.

"If a stranger were sleeping next to her... she would have nightmares."

Su Wan: "..."

When did I recognize anyone? How come I didn't know?

"What are we going to do?!" Liu stamped her feet anxiously. "I'm not leaving! I'm staying here even if I have to sleep on this sofa!"

Looking at Liu's "dead pig doesn't fear boiling water" attitude.

A shrewd, golden light suddenly flashed in Qin Yue's eyes.

That was the hunter seeing the light of a fat sheep falling into a trap.

He turned his head and met Su Wan's gaze.

The two exchanged a knowing glance.

Su Wan: The fish has taken the bait.

Qin Yue: That's a must, regardless of who set the bait.

Actually...

Qin Yue sighed slowly, tapping his fan gently in his palm:

"There are no more existing houses available."

"But our Qin family... has something even more powerful."

"Even more powerful?" Liu's ears perked up, and she immediately stopped joking. "More powerful than this Yunxi Garden?"

"That's natural."

A mysterious smile appeared on Qin Yue's lips.

He didn't explain directly, but instead bowed slightly to Su Wan and made an extremely gentlemanly "please" gesture:

"Sister-in-law, bring out that 'shocking' blueprint... and let Madam see it for herself?"

……

Fifteen minutes later.

A temporary, luxurious sales office (which was actually just a study).

A huge, meticulously drawn blueprint was laid out on the large rosewood desk.

This is no ordinary blueprint.

This was drawn by Su Wan, combining modern luxury home concepts with the twins' infrastructure skills, after three sleepless nights.

Concept art for 【Yunding No. 1 Courtyard】!

"Oh my god..."

Liu was completely stunned after just one glance.

The house drawn on the blueprints is neither a traditional courtyard house nor a modern two-story building.

Rather—it's a castle in the air!

Huge floor-to-ceiling windows (large panes of glass made by twins) extend from the roof all the way to the ground!

What does this mean?

It means you can see the stars, the moon, and the dazzling lights of the entire Wolf Fang Town while lying in bed!

"This...this is a window?" Liu pointed to the transparent area, her hands trembling.

"Not just windows."

Qin Yue stood behind Su Wan, his arms resting on the edge of the table, encircling Su Wan in his arms.

From Liu's perspective, the two men were explaining the blueprints.

But in fact……

Qin Yue's chest was almost pressed against Su Wan's back.

As he spoke, the vibrations in his chest traveled down Su Wan's spine, sending shivers down her spine.

"here."

Qin Yue stretched out his slender finger and pointed to a separate space on the drawing.

His finger didn't touch the paper directly, but hovered in the air. However, since Su Wan was also pointing to that spot, his finger inevitably covered Su Wan's finger.

It looks like holding hands.

It's also like being in control.

"This is—a separate walk-in closet."

He whispered in Su Wan's ear, his breath warm and carrying a faint scent of wine (he had just drunk some fruit wine):

"It was specially used to store the ladies' endless collection of brocades, silks, and jewelry."

"There are mirrors on all four walls... Sister-in-law, do you think women all like to look in the mirror?"

He asked that last question very softly.

It was less of a question to Liu Shi and more of a flirtation with Su Wan.

Su Wan felt her ears getting hot and tried to pull her hand back, but Qin Yue gently pressed her wrist down under the table.

"Don't move," he mouthed silently. "The big fish isn't dead yet."

Su Wan had no choice but to continue acting in his place:

"Ahem...that's right. Besides the walk-in closet, there's also this—a central heated bathtub."

"Hot spring water is piped into the homes to maintain a constant temperature throughout the day."

"You can take a bath while overlooking the whole city through the floor-to-ceiling windows... I think Mrs. Liu would like that feeling of having everyone under her feet."

"I love it! I love it so much!"

Liu was so excited that her blood was boiling!

Floor-to-ceiling windows! Walk-in closet! In-floor bathtub!

This isn't a house; this is the Queen's palace!

Compared to this, her county government office's backyard was practically a pigsty!

"I want to buy it!"

Liu could no longer contain herself. She slammed all the silver notes in her hand onto the table and even pulled the gold hairpin out of her hair.

"Where is this house? Where are the keys? I need to go in and take a bath right now!"

The air suddenly fell silent for a moment.

Qin Yue looked at the money on the table, his peach blossom eyes crinkling into crescent moons with laughter.

But he didn't take the money.

Instead, he shook his head, looking regretful.

"Madam, what's the rush?"

"This house... isn't built yet."

"What?!" Liu was dumbfounded. "No...no lid? It's empty? Are you kidding me?"

"No, no."

Qin Yue straightened up and finally released Su Wan's wrist, but as his fingertips left, he still hooked her palm in an extremely ambiguous way.

He walked up to Liu, waved his fan, and began his famous "pre-sale housing theory":

"It is precisely because it is uncovered that it is so prestigious."

"This is called—[Pre-sale]."

There are only ten units in the entire city. Each one is custom-made for you.

"What you pay now is 'initial public offering (IPO) shares.' Once the houses are built, the price will at least triple! Even if you don't live there, you can just resell them..."

Qin Yue held up three fingers:

"This is the net profit."

"Moreover, only those who have paid the full deposit can become Black Diamond owners of our [Genting Group]."

"From now on, you'll never have to wait in line at Lao Qi's beauty salon again."

"You can have whichever piece of the barbecue the third brother wants."

"even……"

Qin Yue lowered his voice and unleashed his final trump card:

"My sister-in-law hosts a 'socialite afternoon tea' every month, which is only open to Black Diamond residents."

"Just imagine, all the wealthy ladies in the county will be fawning over you, listening to you tell them about the wonders of this house..."

"That face, tsk tsk tsk."

boom--!

This isn't selling a house; it's selling "social status"!

The last thread of reason in Liu's mind snapped.

She could almost see herself standing in front of the French windows, holding a glass of red wine (brewed by Su Wan), with a group of envious and jealous ladies kneeling at her feet...

"purchase!!!"

Liu let out a scream:

"I bought it! Full payment! If it's not enough, I'll have someone deliver it tomorrow!"

"Leave me the best set! Nobody can take it from me!"

……

After an incense stick has burned.

Holding a flimsy "purchase contract" (handwritten by Su Wan), Liu was contentedly led to a temporary guest room.

Although she didn't get to stay in a mansion tonight, she has a "future"!

In the study.

Bright lights.

Qin Yue looked at the newly signed contract in his hand, as well as the mountain of silver notes and gold and silver jewelry.

"Sister-in-law."

"I've struck it rich."

He rested his chin on Su Wan's neck, laughing like a child, yet with the weight of a grown man:

"This isn't building houses...this is clearly printing money."

"With just a blueprint and a few kind words, these women emptied their pockets."

"Sister-in-law... just how many more of these terrifying ideas are swirling in your head?"

Su Wan was having trouble breathing because of his choking, so she reached out and pushed against his hard chest:

"Loosen up...it all reeks of money, isn't it tacky?"

"Tacky?"

Qin Yue chuckled softly.

Money is a vulgar thing.

"But if it's for building that 'big house with floor-to-ceiling windows' for my sister-in-law..."

"I'm willing to be an ordinary person."

"So vulgar...that one could be richer than a country."

His voice was deep and hoarse, carrying a chilling promise:

"Sister-in-law, that best penthouse... I'm not selling it."

"I'll leave it to you."

"From now on, I'll go up there with you to watch the stars... okay?"

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At the same time.

The backyard of the county government office, dozens of miles away.

"Achoo—!"

The county magistrate, who was sitting by a cold stove and eating leftovers, suddenly sneezed violently.

"strangeness……"

He rubbed his nose, looked at the empty bedroom, and a huge sense of panic inexplicably rose in his heart:

"Why hasn't Madam returned yet?"

"Why do I have this feeling... like something big is about to happen?"

(Your Excellency, not only is your wife not coming back, but your family fortune... is also soon to be lost.)