167: Chapter 167 Buying a House

Passing through the landscaped promenade behind the sales center, where cherry blossom petals fluttered down from trees lining the bluestone path, Li Qiuhong led Su Ye to a detached villa. As she swiped open the electronic door lock, she introduced it:

"Mr. Su, this is the 320-square-meter furnished model unit. The decoration standard is 8,000 yuan per square meter, and we use top international brands like Hansgrohe and Duravit."

Pushing open the heavy solid wood door, the living room with its six-meter high ceiling instantly came into view. A crystal chandelier refracted dazzling light, and the beige leather sofa, paired with a dark marble coffee table, looked simple yet luxurious.

Su Ye walked slowly to the floor-to-ceiling window. Pushing it open revealed a front garden of about 50 square meters, with a neatly trimmed lawn and a gurgling rockery water feature in the corner.

Su Ye cast his gaze over the garden toward the distant, mist-shrouded Mount Lu Scenic Area, nodded, and said:

"The view is indeed quite good."

Li Qiuhong followed along and explained at the right moment:

"The floor-to-ceiling windows in the living room use triple-layered hollow glass, providing excellent sound and heat insulation. Even if it rains outside, it won't disturb the quietness inside."

Next, Li Qiuhong led Su Ye to the kitchen:

"It has a U-shaped design with space reserved for a double-door refrigerator and a built-in oven. The countertops are made of quartz, which is wear-resistant and stain-resistant, making it very suitable for daily use."

Su Ye lingered a little longer in the master bedroom on the second floor. The oversized viewing balcony faced Qionghai Lake, its azure waters shimmering under the sunlight.

Su Ye thought about how his father quite enjoyed reading, so he asked:

"Can this balcony be enclosed? To turn it into a sunlit study?"

Li Qiuhong was taken aback for a moment before nodding immediately:

"Of course. We can provide customized renovation services according to your requirements. A designer will follow the whole process to ensure the result meets your expectations."

Su Ye nodded without saying anything and turned to walk downstairs.

In the basement media room, Li Qiuhong turned on the home theater system, and the stunning sound effects instantly filled the space.

"The soundproofing here is very well done. Even if you turn the volume to the maximum, you can barely hear anything upstairs," Li Qiuhong said with a smile. "Based on our previous sales experience, many owners use this space to entertain friends, watch movies, and do karaoke."

Su Ye squatted down, touched the texture of the carpet, and examined the soundproofing foam on the walls. A flash of satisfaction appeared in his eyes. Older people often have poor sleep, so soundproofing was very important.

Just then, Li Qiuhong's phone suddenly rang. She glanced at the caller ID and walked aside to answer it.

Zhou Xiao'ai asked on the other end:

"Qiuhong, is your current client looking at the Number One Courtyard villa?"

Li Qiuhong frowned and said:

"Yes, didn't I report it in the group earlier?"

Zhou Xiao'ai's voice sounded a bit anxious:

"If your client is serious, you'd better collect the earnest money immediately. I just heard that He Ming received a call. It seems he has a client who has already decided on the Number One Courtyard, and they are driving over now. If things go as expected, they will book it after a quick talk."

Li Qiuhong's expression changed. At this moment, a WeChat account named "He the Skinflint" sent a message.

[Li Qiuhong, hurry up and take your poor loser client away. My client is coming to see the model unit in ten minutes and can book it today. My client doesn't like having outsiders around.]

Li Qiuhong's fair fingers gripped the phone so hard it creaked, her face flushed with anger. When she first arrived at this property, He Ming had wanted to take her out to dinner, but ever since she refused, he had been making things difficult for her. This was going too far.

She wanted to take a screenshot of this WeChat message, send it to the group, and tag the new manager, but she deflated shortly after.

Perhaps doing so would get He Ming scolded or even fined, but for Li Qiuhong, she definitely wouldn't be able to continue working here afterward.

After putting away her phone, Li Qiuhong said to Su Ye with an apologetic look:

"Mr. Su, here is the situation. I am really sorry, but our manager will be bringing a big client to see the model unit shortly, so we need to head back to the sales center now."

As she said this, Li Qiuhong was full of resentment.

Upon hearing this, Su Ye raised an eyebrow:

"Oh? Who has such a big show? Is this how things are done at Lanshan?"

Li Qiuhong suppressed her inner anger and placated him:

"Mr. Su, this is also to provide a better on-site viewing experience for clients, I hope you can understand. The main thing is that we only have this one model unit, and it's designed based on the best unit type, so many clients come specifically for it. Next, I can take you to see the remaining Number Two Courtyard. Although it doesn't overlook the lake directly, the view is still very open, and it comes with a larger backyard."

Su Ye pondered for a moment. He didn't want to make things difficult for Li Qiuhong and suddenly smiled:

"No need. I'll take the Number One Courtyard. Let's sign the contract now."

Li Qiuhong was stunned for a moment, then asked with a pleasantly surprised look:

"Mr. Su, are you sure? The selling price for this Number One Courtyard is 10 million. I can help you apply for a discount, but I estimate it will still be over 9 million."

Su Ye took out his phone and checked the time. He had been busy all morning, and it was now approaching noon. Su Ye was also a bit hungry.

"It's fine. Just go ahead and apply for the price. I'll transfer a 900,000 yuan deposit to you first, and once you get the price approved, we'll sign the contract directly."

Li Qiuhong was completely stunned. She had been a real estate consultant for many years, and this was the first time she had encountered such a generous client. He didn't even blink when buying a 10-million-yuan luxury home; he even brought up the discount himself, and proactively transferred a 10% deposit.

"Yes, of course, Mr. Su, I will take you to swipe your card immediately."

"And I will report this to the company right away to reserve this house for you."

Li Qiuhong led Su Ye hurriedly toward the sales center. As they approached, Su Ye saw a middle-aged man wearing a floral shirt and a large gold chain, his right arm around a heavily made-up, plump woman who was a head taller than him, walking toward the model unit. Beside them was a real estate consultant in his thirties, speaking obsequiously.

Su Ye just glanced at them and passed by the group. The heavily made-up woman, however, kept staring at Su Ye, even winked at him, and stuck out her bright red tongue to lick her lips.

Su Ye was so startled he shuddered, almost feeling nauseous, and quickly quickened his pace.

Li Biao felt something was off, looked up at his companion, and then turned to look at Su Ye's retreating figure, asking:

"Little He, who was that?"

He Ming looked at the backs of Su Ye and Li Qiuhong, then smiled obsequiously:

"Mr. Li, that's just a poor loser. He drives a Lavida from several years ago and came here to show off."

Li Biao nodded, a trace of disdain appearing on his face:

"Little He, I thought this was a high-end establishment. Don't just let any tom, dick, or harry in; it hurts my eyes."

He Ming quickly bowed and said with a smile:

"Yes, yes, yes, Mr. Li, you are absolutely right. I'll notify security in a moment."