Zhang San, please behave yourself!
Chapter 365 - 347: Joy of Moving into a New Home_2

Chapter 365: Chapter 347: Joy of Moving into a New Home_2

"The Yu family of six were once graced by the favors of the Northern Zhou Imperial Family."

"The eight unidentified bodies on Shouyang Mountain remain a mystery to this day, and they may very well be connected to the former Northern Zhou Imperial Family."

Wang Ziteng shook his head and said, "If they were remnants of the Northern Zhou, I could understand why they would kill Kaihuang’s former guards. But there’s no need to kill the Yu family. Not to mention the Yu family’s relationship with the Yuwen Clan was not close to begin with, even if it were, the Yu family hasn’t done anything to wrong the Yuwen Clan! By that logic, every old official from the old Northern Zhou in the Capital would have to die."

Zhang San thought about it and indeed it was so.

However, to confirm the information in the dossier, the three of them still went to the Pei Family and repeated their investigation findings to Lady Yu.

Lady Yu recounted the family’s circumstances to Zhang San and the others.

It turned out there were errors in the dossier’s records. In fact, on that day it was the head of the Wang Family who noticed it was going to rain, not the eldest son. However, the credit was later given to the eldest son, who was Lady Yu’s father, hoping that he would catch the Imperial Family’s eye.

After understanding the situation from Lady Yu, Zhang San prepared to leave.

Just before departing, Zhang San said to Lady Yu, "Oh, sister-in-law, in three days my newly purchased residence will be ready. At that time, I will be celebrating the housewarming and inviting guests. I hope Big Brother Pei and sister-in-law can both come."

Lady Yu didn’t expect it to be ready so soon and immediately nodded, "Of course."

Then Lady Yu tugged at Ximen Jinxing’s clothes and whispered, "What are you doing here? Why aren’t you overseeing the house that’s being tidied up?"

With an innocent face, Ximen Jinxing said, "Hu Xingxiang is keeping an eye on the house. I took the opportunity to accompany Zhang San in investigating the case, how great is that!"

Lady Yu frowned so hard it looked like she had eaten a sour plum, she quickly pulled Ximen Jinxing aside and let Zhang San and Wang Ziteng walk ahead while she and Ximen Jinxing followed behind.

"Are you confused? With such a big event as a housewarming, the man is busy outside, but who’s in charge at home?"

Ximen Jinxing thought for a moment and whispered, "The butler?"

Lady Yu was really speechless.

"Men take care of the exterior, women take care of the interior. At times like these, it’s naturally the lady of the house who does it!"

Ximen Jinxing looked puzzled and said, "But Zhang San is not yet married; he doesn’t have a lady of the house."

"That’s why you should be doing it!"

Although Lady Yu’s voice was very low, her momentum was like a roar.

"Don’t you understand yet? Little Fox looks harmless to humans and animals, but in fact, every step she takes is in the most correct position. Now she’s handling the housewarming matters all by herself. When the time comes, who wouldn’t think she’s the lady of the house? You... I... you... ay!"

Lady Yu really couldn’t understand why Ximen Jinxing’s thinking was even more masculine than her own husband, Pei Shouqi.

Sometimes Pei Shouqi understood to spend time beneath the flowers and moon, gifting her a beautiful hairpin, specially going to West Market to buy her some exotic trinkets from the nomads.

"Zhang San bought such a big house, you have to find a way to make sure you have a place in Zhang San’s home!"

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Three days later, the housewarming celebration.

The original Jin Mansion had now become Zhang Mansion.

And Shen Zhongdian had contacted Fang Xiang through Hu Xingxiang, who personally sneaked to the outskirts of the Capital and took away the forty or so revenants from the Feng Family, promising that after their descent, they would definitely enjoy blessings.

Although today was a joyful housewarming, Zhang San didn’t know many people in the Capital, and those with whom he had only superficial relationships were even more unnecessary to invite.

Therefore, besides the people from the Town Martial Office, there were only Shang Bufa, Shen Bao, Shen Zhongdian, and the Pei couple.

What Zhang San did not expect was that his adopted sister, Lady Yu, came with little Qiong and valuable gifts.

"What kind of awful brother buys a house without letting his sister take a look? That’s just outrageous."

When Zhang San saw Lady Yu coming, he immediately went to welcome her.

At that moment, Hu Xingxiang said, "Sister, no offense. San Lang said we just moved and it’s a time when we need money. Sister has money, and inviting sister over now would seem like asking for money. It’s better to wait until everything at home is well in order, then we can properly host sister."

Lady Yu looked at Hu Xingxiang and asked, "Brother, is this the girl you rescued from Shouyang Mountain before? She’s delicate and cute, with sparkling, lively eyes. No wonder you’re in a hurry to buy a house. Are you seeking to hide your beauty in a golden house?"

"Sister, don’t tease me, come on inside!"

Just as he welcomed Lady Yu inside, another guest arrived.

"Is this, by any chance, Zhang San’s residence?"

Zhang San was startled and looked toward the strange woman at the doorway, asking with confusion, "I am Zhang San, may I know who you are?"

At this moment, Hu Xingxiang excitedly said, "Auntie, how come you’re here?"

Meanwhile, behind Hu Xingxiang’s auntie, five other people also walked in with smiles on their faces.

"Zhang San, I’m Hu Xingxiang’s auntie. Today, on the occasion of your housewarming celebration, a few friends from Hundred Flowers Fang and Jingshan Fang and I have come to offer our congratulations. I hope we are not intruding."

"Not at all, not at all, since you are all seniors, please come inside, please come inside. It’s just that we didn’t know the elders were coming, and we didn’t inquire in advance about what you would like to eat. If you’d like to eat something, just say, and I’ll immediately have someone prepare it."

Aunt Nine said with a smile, "The guest follows the host’s lead. We are quite easy to please."

As she spoke, Aunt Nine and the five people behind her walked in.

But just as the six people entered, they sensed the qi emanating from Lady Yu in front of them and were startled.

Lady Yu turned her head to glance at Aunt Nine and the others, nodding her head slightly with a smile.

Although neither side said anything, the terrifying aura collided, whirled, and ultimately receded slowly, dissipating in the air above Zhang Mansion.

The old woman by Lady Yu’s side whispered softly, "Chamber Head, these six people must be the six from Hundred Flowers Fang and Jingshan Fang. How did they come here?"

Lady Yu said indifferently, "No matter. My little brother is moving into a new home, and their presence means he must be quite capable. Since they are here to extend their good wishes, they won’t cause any trouble."

The old woman nodded slightly but still circulated the qi around her body, ready to act at a moment’s notice if anything seemed amiss.

Zhang San led everyone to their seats, and even Baili Chengfeng had come today.

Even the chef for today had been hired by spending his money.

All to curry favor with Zhang San, so that Zhang San would have his back when he visited the Town Martial Office later.

Zhang San asked everyone to take their seats.

Lady Yu and Ximen Jinxing sat together, with Lady Yu holding Ximen Jinxing’s hand and urgently saying, "You really didn’t get involved in the household affairs at all! I bet you don’t even know where each person’s room is."

Ximen Jinxing, curious, asked, "Why do I need to know that?"

"Sister, you’re being naïve! Haven’t you noticed who has been entertaining our guests today? It’s all been Hu Xingxiang. To those unaware, they might think she’s the mistress of this house."

Ximen Jinxing shook his head and said, "I’ve asked Zhang San about it before. He said Hu Xingxiang has nowhere else to stay and is temporarily living here. I think, perhaps we were overthinking it before."

Lady Yu was speechless.

It’s us who are overthinking, or is it you who thought too little!

At this time, Lady Yu, who had just taken her seat, looked around the guest living room that was decorated quite nicely and nodded with satisfaction.

"Little brother, with such a large mansion, do you already have a steward managing it? Or have you found a capable and clever mistress? From what I see, everything is being managed tidily and well."

At this moment, Hu Xingxiang said with a smile, "Sister flatters me too much. I was left homeless in the Capital and was sheltered by San Lang, so helping out with the household is the least I can do."

Lady Yu watched Ximen Jinxing deliver a look that said, ’See, I told you so,’ while feeling frustrated at his obtuseness, she spoke up, "Doesn’t Sister Xingxiang need to stay in Jingshan Fang?"

Aunt Nine glanced in Lady Yu’s direction, her gaze filled with irritation.

How can this woman speak so ineptly.

Hu Xingxiang said, "I have perfectly completed the Transformation. Unless a Cultivator with a high realm specifically investigates, my true identity cannot be seen through. Furthermore, before I left Chuan-Yu Road, my adoptive father had managed to arrange my identity certificate. My identity is simply that of an ordinary woman."

At this point, Baili Chengfeng, who had just walked in carrying a jar of wine, put the jar down and said with a laugh, "No worries! Should Sister Xingxiang encounter any issues with the Town Demon Office, I’ll handle it! My Baili Family now spans both the Town Demon Office and the Town Martial Office, having a say in both."

As Baili Chengfeng cheerfully spoke, he moved towards his seat but stumbled when Ximen Jinxing accidentally tripped him.

By now Ximen Jinxing had also realized that something was amiss and gave Baili Chengfeng a sidelong glance.

You talk too much!

Like we need you!