Transmigrated into a fat wife, farming, raising children, and picking up husbands

Lin Xiuer took out her money pouch from her bosom.

The contents of this box were originally intended as interest to appease the gambling den and settle the matter.

She counted out four ounces and placed them on the table.

Mei Liangxin almost snatched the silver into the drawer, then picked up the official seal, dipped it in cinnabar, and stamped it onto the document with a "smack".

That bright red mark seemed to be the final reassurance for this transaction—a disclaimer that completely severed his ties with the "haunted abandoned garden."

"make a deal!"

Mei Liangxin handed one of the documents to Lin Xiuer, his face beaming with smiles and his tone becoming even more enthusiastic.

"Hehe, Madam Lin, congratulations! From today onwards, the garden is yours! The key—yes, the key too."

He pulled a rusty key from the drawer, one that looked like it had been there for ages, and handed it over.

"This is on the gate; whether it can be opened or not is not guaranteed, haha."

Lin Xiuer took the heavy key and documents, a strange feeling welling up inside her. The front door couldn't even be closed anymore, let alone need a key.

But... such a large piece of land, and now it's all mine? And it only cost four taels of silver?

The constables at the door finally couldn't hold back any longer and burst into laughter, offering their congratulations all at once:

Congratulations to Madam Lin on acquiring her new residence!

"Lady Lin has quite the nerve!"

"If you need any help in the future, just let me know!"

Mei Liangxin happily stroked the few taels of silver, then, remembering something, he gave an order to the constables at the door.

"You lot, tell everyone below that the garden is now Lady Lin's private property. Be careful and don't disturb it unless absolutely necessary!"

The constables nodded in agreement.

"Madam Lin, you can come and see the house anytime with the deed! Oh no, I mean, you can come and see your house! You can check the boundaries yourself. If any neighbors dispute the boundaries, just come to the yamen, and we'll take care of it for you!"

Lin Xiuer originally intended to give more money.

She was a soul that had transmigrated from the modern world. Although she wasn't entirely familiar with the rules of officialdom in ancient times, she still understood the intricacies of human relationships.

She felt a little guilty for getting a five- or six-acre garden with houses for four taels of silver; it felt like a dream.

If the seller later changes their mind, or feels they sold it at a loss, and then tries to sabotage her, that would be a real problem.

So she took out another tael of silver from her bosom, pushed it towards Master Mei, and smiled broadly.

"Master Mei, you officers have worked hard. This little bit of silver is just a small token of my appreciation. Please use it to buy some tea to soothe your throats."

"The procedures went so smoothly today, all thanks to your help. I am truly grateful."

She spoke sincerely, and her smile was genuine.

But to everyone's surprise, as soon as she finished speaking, the constables who had been lazily watching the commotion inside the room all took a half step back, as if she were holding not silver, but scalding hot coals.

Master Mei's expression changed drastically; his face, which had been beaming with smiles after the sale was completed, instantly froze.

Her eyes darted around, and she quickly waved her hand, "No, no, no! Madam Lin, you're too kind, this is unacceptable!"

"Our government office only charges clearly marked taxes and fees; not a single penny more! That's the rule! The rule!"

As he spoke, he shifted back slightly, his eyes showing a hint of wariness, defensiveness, and a slight fear that she might cling to him.

Lin Xiuer was taken aback, thinking he was just being polite, and pushed forward again: "Master, please don't be so formal, it's just a small token of my appreciation, just for a cup of tea."

"It really won't work!" Master Mei shook his head like a rattle drum, his tone urgent.

"Madam Lin, really! Our yamen has rules; if I accept this money, I'll lose my job! Please take it back, please take it back!"

As he spoke, he glanced at the constables at the door and gave them a meaningful look.

The constables immediately understood and echoed, "Yes, yes, we have rules!"

"Madam Lin, please don't make things difficult for us, we really can't accept this money!"

"You should put it away quickly, it wouldn't look good if someone saw it..."

Lin Xiuer: "???"

She was a little confused. This wasn't quite what she had imagined.

Isn't it said that in ancient government offices, clerks were notoriously difficult to deal with, always trying to get things done and requiring bribes at every level?

Why is it that when she offered herself up, no one dared to take her?

Little did she know that Master Mei and the constables were scheming even more shrewdly than she was.

This garden is haunted! Those arrogant bastards from the Black Fish Gang were all dealt with overnight, some dead and some insane. They all witnessed it with their own eyes.

Now that Lin Dapang is so ignorant and reckless, he has taken on this hot potato. They are overjoyed and dare not get involved in it at all.

If they accept this one or two taels of silver as "tea money," and then she encounters something unclean in the garden, she might come back and demand a refund, claiming she was frightened by a "ghost."

If the yamen officials colluded with Master Mei to swindle people, wouldn't they be like mud falling into their own crotch—even if it wasn't excrement, it would still be excrement?

And the man behind her... seven members of the Black Fish Gang were beaten to a pulp by him alone.

That skill, that aura—it's clear he's no ordinary person.

These are the kinds of people you shouldn't mess with. The best approach is to handle things strictly by the book, settle the transaction, and then never cross paths again!

Therefore, at this moment, Master Mei and those constables were even more afraid of Lin Xiuer being too polite to her than Lin Xiuer was.

They just wanted to get this big shot out of there as quickly and as far away as possible!

Master Mei's smile almost froze, but he still tried his best to remain polite, personally getting up and gesturing for him to come forward.

"Madam Lin, all the formalities are complete, and you have the keys. The garden is now your private property. Why don't you... go take a look? The sun is shining so brightly; it's a perfect opportunity to tidy up."

Lin Xiuer looked at him, then at the constables who wished they could shrink into the corner, and then at the one or two taels of silver she couldn't push away. Suddenly, she understood.

She bought a "haunted house".

They were afraid that if they accepted her payment for tea, she might encounter something unclean inside and come back demanding a refund, making it difficult for them to directly and justifiably refuse her request.

Otherwise, this deal will fall through again.

Lin Xiuer had no choice but to put away the silver, thank Master Mei repeatedly, carefully put the document into her bosom, and hold the rusty key in her palm.

"Then I won't bother you any longer. Thank you, Master Mei, and thank you, officers."

She curtsied to Mei Liangxin, nodded to the constables watching the commotion at the door, and, pulling Ping An along, turned and left the signing room.

"No need to thank me, no need to thank me, take care!" Master Mei waved his hand repeatedly and personally saw him to the door.

The constables followed them out and stood under the eaves, watching them leave. Their expressions... well...

It's like sending away a plague goddess; I hope she never comes back.