Chapter 125: Renting a Mansion

"By the way, I can first find a residence. As long as I make a name for myself, others will surely come... Doing this way, I don't have to go to others' homes, I can earn money steadily, and I'll have the demeanor of a reclusive master."

An idea popped into his mind.

As a renowned teacher, one must have style and status. It's impossible to go to others' homes for no reason. In that case, he would wait by the tree, hoping the rabbit would come to him—those willing would take the bait.

As long as someone came, he believed that with his skill at spinning tales and the Heavenly Dao Library, they wouldn't escape.

"Alright, first find a place to stay!"

After carefully deliberating again, he found this was the best method. With a snap of his fingers, Zhang Xuan made his decision.

So be it.

With the idea in mind, he wasted no time. He went straight to the front desk and purchased some pills and potions that could alter one's appearance and skin color.

Although he didn't know disguise techniques, as an Earthling, he still knew how to apply makeup. With these pills and potions that changed skin color, in no time, he transformed from a young man under twenty into a middle-aged man with a sallow complexion and stern eyebrows.

After looking in the mirror for a long time and confirming there were no issues, he nodded in satisfaction.

After finishing his makeup, he walked out of the Alchemist Guild.

"To make others believe, I need to get a set of luxurious clothes..."

Clothes make the man. In his current outfit, many would believe he was a beggar, but no one would believe he was a renowned teacher. He needed enough style.

"There's a clothing store ahead."

Thinking this, he saw a clothing store not far away. He went in, and after a short while, he came out looking completely different.

With a brocade hat and mink fur, dressed luxuriously, his appearance alone was priceless.

This outfit cost a full twenty thousand gold coins, causing him considerable pain.

"Just consider it an investment."

He comforted himself and walked along the street. About half an hour later, he arrived at the Tianyu Mall again.

It was already afternoon, and the sun was about to set.

Knowing he needed to hurry, he strode in without hesitation.

To find a residence that he could move into immediately on his own was impossible. The Tianyu Mall, claiming to sell everything, surely had information on this. He didn't need to buy; renting would suffice.

Having been here once, he was somewhat familiar. After wandering for a while, he indeed saw an agency for house rental and sales.

"Sir, are you looking to buy a house?"

Seeing him enter, a plump boss came up to greet him.

"Sir?"

Zhang Xuan was startled, then realized he had changed his appearance and now looked about forty, no longer a young man.

He nodded, clasped his hands behind his back, assumed the demeanor of a gentleman, and lowered his voice to sound older: "I want to rent a mansion!"

"A mansion? Sir, coming to me to rent a mansion is the best choice!" The boss's eyes lit up.

Those who could afford to rent a mansion were wealthy. By quoting a higher price, he could fleece them thoroughly!

"What requirements does this sir have?"

As if seeing a fat sheep, the boss said cheerfully.

"Clean, spacious, in a good location, preferably a furnished house that I can move into directly!"

Zhang Xuan said.

"This..."

Hearing the requirements, the boss's excited eyes flickered, and he almost jumped up.

No need to think—this was definitely a fat sheep.

With these conditions alone, it couldn't be cheap.

If someone wanted to rent a mansion in such a place, how could they lack money?

Internally screaming with excitement, but on the surface he put on a troubled look: "Sir, we do have such places, but the prices might be very high..."

First set the stage, then fleece him properly.

Heh heh...

"Price is not an issue!" Zhang Xuan waved his hand, looking magnanimous.

Now that he was a 'renowned teacher,' haggling over small change would be too embarrassing.

"Alright, alright, I'll take you to see the houses right away, until you're satisfied."

Hearing the magnanimous words, the boss's mouth nearly reached his ears. Without hesitation, he closed the shop, grabbed a bunch of keys, and led the way.

Zhang Xuan followed behind. After walking for a while, they arrived at a spacious mansion.

"This mansion was bought by a wealthy merchant last year, but the fellow died of illness before the new year. His son indulged in drinking, gambling, and women, and had no choice but to pawn the mansion with us. It can be rented or sold. Newly renovated, good location, grand layout. Shall I show you around?"

Stopping at the mansion's gate, the boss looked at Zhang Xuan, trying to gauge his reaction.

This mansion was the most luxurious and spacious in their rental center, impeccable in both location and size. Bringing him here first was to let him see it; if it didn't suit, they could look elsewhere. But if he liked it, they'd hit the jackpot.

"Let's go in and take a look."

Zhang Xuan didn't say much.

Since he was posing as a 'renowned teacher,' his residence naturally had to have style and couldn't be too small. As for the cost, it wasn't an issue.

"Sure!"

Seeing he didn't refuse, the boss smiled again, quickly opened the door, and went in.

It was a five-courtyard compound, complete with rockeries and ponds, spacious and bright, filled with various plants. As soon as he entered, he felt the fragrance of flowers and the chirping of birds, bringing a sense of comfort.

"Not bad!"

After walking around, Zhang Xuan nodded to himself.

This mansion was exactly as he had imagined—ready to move in, with everything available, no extra trouble needed.

Most importantly, it wasn't too far from Hongtian Academy, only about ten minutes away.

He could come back here after class without any delay.

"I'll take this one. How much to rent it?"

Having settled on the place, Zhang Xuan didn't want to waste more words and waved his hand grandly.

"This is the most luxurious and best mansion in our rental center. If you truly want to rent it, sir, it's one hundred and fifty thousand gold coins a month!"

The boss quickly said.

"One hundred and fifty thousand?"

Zhang Xuan frowned.

Although he didn't know the local rental market, one hundred and fifty thousand a month just for a house was indeed a bit expensive.

Whoosh!

Without a word, Zhang Xuan moved suddenly and lunged at the boss before him.

"Sir, what are you doing..."

Seeing the wind whistling from his fingertips as if to tear the air, the boss shrank back in fear, retreating repeatedly.

As he moved, his cultivation level was revealed: Martial Artist Triple True Qi Realm peak!

Not a high cultivation.

"Oh, I just wanted to check your cultivation."

Withdrawing his hand, Zhang Xuan clasped it behind his back, looked at the other man again, and squinted: "You say this mansion rents for one hundred and fifty thousand a month? Tripling the actual rent of fifty thousand a month—do you take me for a fool?"