The courtyard of the house was full of fruit trees such as begonia, cherry, apricot, peach, and pear. Although they weren't as elegant as plum, orchid, bamboo, and chrysanthemum, what could be more appropriate in this rustic courtyard than these down-to-earth fruit trees?
After viewing the house, both Cai Wei and Mu Zhongqing were satisfied and agreed on the price with the original manor owner. The owner was very easy to talk to. In addition to the original price of 18,000 taels, he generously reduced the price by 1,500 taels. That is to say, the price of this estate was merely sixteen thousand and five hundred taels.
Cai Wei took out a 500-tael silver bill as the deposit. After signing the document, they agreed that the remaining difference would be settled tomorrow, and then the land deed would be handed over, marking the completion of the transaction.
