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Chapter 546 - 545 Qinghuan Manor Noble Expenses

Chapter 546: Chapter 545 Qinghuan Manor Noble Expenses

From William Bell’s words, Lu Zixun had gleaned quite a bit of information about this world, one of which was about the Earl system.

Having a say in this world wasn’t just about strength.

One either had to worship the Goddess and become clergy, or earn merits and become a true noble.

Between the two, becoming clergy had a higher level of danger, but it wasn’t easy to join the circle of nobles, either...

However, all this seemed to be of little relevance to Lu Zixun; he had no intention of staying in this world for long.

"Bell, what do you think is the most suitable location if I were to purchase a manor in Ribel City?"

Sitting in the lounge, Lu Zixun turned his eyes to Bell and posed the question.

Bell furrowed his brows in thought for a moment before slowly speaking up, "Mr. Zixun, if it were up to me, of course the manors near the noble district would be the most appropriate."

Understanding that his new master wanted to enter the circle of nobles,

Bell gave his reason for such a choice: "Purchasing a manor here is undoubtedly sending out a signal to the nobles in Ribel City; after completing the move-in, we could make visiting cards, thus taking the first step into the circle of nobles, that would be considered a success."

Unexpectedly so in tune, Lu Zixun slightly nodded, "Then how should we choose the manor?"

"I think there are three manors that would be suitable, and they are all currently for rent."

As soon as he said this, Bell took out three newspapers: "This one is a manor rented out by the Davis Family, it requires one thousand two hundred Rebel Coins a year, and nearby are many Royal Nobles."

"This one, rented out by a nobility-promoted Baron, requires four hundred and fifty Rebel Coins a year, with all nearby being nobles who need merits to promote their titles."

"And this one is a manor being sold by a bankrupt noble, requiring only two hundred and thirty Rebel Coins to purchase. Unlike the first two, the last one is surrounded by minor nobles."

After listening to Bell’s three options, Lu Zixun recalled the area where Trancy lived, which seemed to be the last one, inhabited by minor nobles.

Having made up his mind, Lu Zixun feigned indecision for a moment,

Thinking about Bell’s character, then he finally looked up and asked, "What do you think?"

"I believe we should select the last one."

Bell replied without hesitation, his complexion turned slightly hesitant as if feeling he had overstepped: "Of course, this is just my opinion. Your judgment is what matters most."

"It’s okay."

Waving his hand to show it wasn’t an issue, Lu Zixun cheerfully asked, "Tell me, why do you think that way?"

"It’s like this."

Seeing that Lu Zixun wasn’t finding fault, Bell relaxed and said: "If you were to choose the manor rented out by the Davis Family, it would be too ostentatious for you, sir."

"After all, you’ve just arrived in Ribel City, and to do so rashly could likely attract some malicious attention."

"The nobility near the second manor wouldn’t really be suitable ’friends’."

Emphasizing the word friends, Bell continued: "They’re only thinking about how to earn merits and own titles, and won’t be able to offer much help to you, sir."

Listening to Bell’s well-reasoned analysis, Lu Zixun’s eyes narrowed slightly.

No wonder Bell could become a Housekeeper for an Earl; looking at it this way, it wasn’t without reason.

But...

With a slight curve to the corner of his mouth, Lu Zixun marveled that someone who could become an Earl would decay so swiftly just because of bankruptcy.

Clearly, that excuse wasn’t so reasonable.

"Then let’s do as you suggested."

Lu Zixun, who had not delved too deeply into the reasons, took out a purse containing four hundred Rebel Coins and handed it to Bell: "I will wait here for your good news."

"Very well, sir."

Bell accepted the purse, his face lighting up with excitement.

Of course, it wasn’t the four hundred Rebel Coins that excited him.

When he was a Housekeeper for an Earl, he had seen even larger sums of money.

It was Lu Zixun’s attitude of trusting without doubting and not using those he doubted that gave Bell a sense of being trusted.

At the same time, he also faintly saw the shadow of that Earl in Lu Zixun.

Of this, Lu Zixun, sipping his tea with proper decorum, remained unaware.

After Bell had left the room, Lu Zixun quickly retrieved milk tea from a talisman storage to rinse his mouth.

This black tea was both bitter and astringent, truly incomprehensible where the pleasure was to be found.

Raising his hand, Spiritual Energy surged forth, setting up a soundproof barrier around the room.

Lu Zixun took out a Crimson Coin, and Spiritual Fire appeared in the air, starting to modify the Crimson Coin.

In a short while, a Rebel Coin appeared in Lu Zixun’s hand.

"This is way too much trouble."

Looking at the Rebel Coin in his hand, Lu Zixun sighed in admiration; he hadn’t expected money to be so hard to earn.

Two hours later, William Bell came back successful with a house purchasing contract, along with a four-wheel carriage.

"Sir, everything has been taken care of, and now you are the owner of Qinghuan Manor."

Qinghuan Manor, with a size of around six hundred square meters,

Lu Zixun, surprised at the purchasing power of Rebel Coins, raised an eyebrow, thinking back to the reason for the previous owner’s bankruptcy mentioned by Bell.

Normally, this place would need at least three hundred Rebel Coins, if not more.

The manor’s gate was surrounded by lavender, which gave the area a purple hue and filled the air with a light fragrance.

Within the courtyard after entering through the gate, to the left was a well-planned parking area.

To the right was a small lake, likely suitable for swimming and the like in summer.

The villa situated in the center of the yard was similar to the one in Lantexi.

The only difference was an extended balcony outside the bedroom on the third floor.

One could stand on the balcony and look down on Ribel City’s commoner district.

Such architecture was truly in poor taste.

Lu Zixun rolled his eyes inwardly, then turned with a smile to Bell, "I’m very pleased; you have done well."

"It’s my honor."

Bending to bow, Bell stood up and said, "Sir, you will need a personal servant, and the manor will need servants for upkeep, as well as a Female Housekeeper."

"These Rebel Coins you’ve provided will be enough to take care of these matters, but the Female Housekeeper will need to be chosen by you, sir. I will not offer any opinion on that."

Pausing for a moment, Bell smiled: "Now having a manor isn’t enough, I think, sir, you also need a country estate for hosting parties, similarly..."

As he listened to Bell’s voice, Lu Zixun instinctively touched his wallet.

Being a noble, such spending habits...