Huhai housing prices change daily, and Xu Musen thought about sealing the deal quickly.
So, he drove straight to Bai Xin's neighborhood.
Knocking on the door, Bai Xin was lounging at home in pajamas.
"Aunt Bai, long time no see!"
"Hehe, it hasn't even been twenty-four hours since we last saw each other."
Bai Xin said in annoyance, then turned around and went into the living room, waving casually, "Come in and close the door."
Through the days of the New Year's gathering, Bai Xin and Xu Musen had obviously become much closer.
Xu Musen walked into the room.
"So, what brings you here?"
Bai Xin poured him a cup of coffee, then lazily lay on the couch, her long, white legs resting on the table, her delicate feet gently swaying as she held a laptop on her thighs, looking over course materials for the new semester.
"Didn't I mention I wanted to buy a house? I came specially to ask about it today."
"You've saved up enough money?"
Bai Xin was a bit surprised; the houses here cost several million at least, not something the average person could just lay their hands on.
"I've got the down payment sorted out."
"Looks like you've made a fair bit this year."
"It's okay, but I'm still far from being a high-quality, wealthy woman like you, Bai Xin."
Xu Musen said with a cheeky smile.
Bai Xin, not amused, stretched out her foot and gave Xu Musen a kick.
The term "wealthy woman" hasn't been beautified in this era; it usually refers to the kind of old, fat, greasy, permed-haired old women.
Bai Xin's foot was fleshy and felt like a massage when it kicked Xu Musen.
"Aunt Bai, could you please ask the property management for me, see if they can give me a friendship discount?"
"You're so rich yet you still want a friendship discount?"
"Where I can save, I will save, where I need to spend, I will spend. Isn't it better to save the money for renovations?"
Xu Musen said with a laugh; Nuannuan that girl was still dreaming of buying a big and comfortable bed.
He agreed with this point wholeheartedly. As the most important piece of furniture and the main battlefield, Xu Musen intended to spend his money wisely.
Bai Xin, seeing the sly grin on his face, knew without asking that he wanted to cohabit with his little girlfriend.
"Fine, but if I help you, how will you thank me?"
Bai Xin took a sip of coffee, thinking that if he moved in, she could go and freeload meals every day.
Although this guy came across a little sleazy, his cooking skills were indeed impressive.
Xu Musen pondered seriously.
"How about I come over and wash your feet once a week?"
Bai Xin nearly spat out her coffee; she blushed with the effort to hold it back. Are you offering thanks or seeking benefits?
Such an improper gentleman!
Bai Xin wanted to kick him in frustration, but she was afraid it might seem like a reward, so she withdrew her foot.
"I'll come over for meals every week from now on!"
Xu Musen said regretfully, "I still think washing feet would show my filial piety better."
Bai Xin couldn't help but give him another kick.
Xu Musen immediately grinned, and Bai Xin noticed that he was just teasing her for fun.
"Alright, I'll give the property management a call. Wait a moment."
Bai Xin dialed a number.
Soon, a property manager in a suit came over.
Bai Xin explained a couple of things to her, and the relationship between them seemed fairly good.
"I'm the property manager of the community, Wang Li. May I ask how to address you?"
The manager extended her hand, offering a standard smile.
"Xu Musen, nice to meet you."
Xu Musen shook hands with her.
The three of them sat down in the living room.
"Ms. Bai Xin mentioned you're looking to buy an apartment in our community, so let's get straight to the point. What are your requirements for the apartment's size, layout, and specific decorations?"
Wang Li went straight for the key details.
Since they were all acquaintances, there was no need to beat around the bush, especially since this community had virtually no downsides except for the price.
Xu Musen appreciated her straightforward approach and replied with a smile, "A similar size and layout to this apartment is fine, I don't have many requirements for the interior, the sooner I can move in, the better."
"Alright, is it going to be a full payment or a down payment for you?"
"A down payment. I'm ready any time if the conditions are right."
"Good, there are a few apartments like that available in the community, we can go and take a look right now."
Wang Li was very efficient, quickly recalling the suitable listings in the community.
Xu Musen nodded and followed her out the door.
Bai Xin also threw on a down jacket and followed; although Xu Musen usually didn't come across as someone his age, he still lacked social experience, so she went along to make sure he didn't miss anything important.
After checking out several apartments, all of which were quite nice, it was clear that the community's properties had been delivered two or three years ago.
Moreover, they were originally marketed as fully decorated upon delivery, so any potentially harmful substances like formaldehyde had long since dissipated.
Moving in immediately was not an issue.
Ultimately, Xu Musen chose an apartment in the building next to Bai Xin's, which was suitable in all aspects.
Fully furnished, he only needed to buy some daily appliances and a mattress.
Once the negotiation concluded, Wang Li left to prepare the housing contract and loan procedure.
Everything could be settled in a day or two, and the price was even lower than expected; Wang Li also waived a year's property fee for him.
Bai Xin couldn't believe his decisiveness, buying on the spot without hesitation, she couldn't help but say, "Aren't you going to think it over? Buying a house isn't a small matter; it's not like the vegetable market where you can't return your purchase."