Episode 019: An Interlude in Buying a House

After bidding farewell to Wei Xun, Lin Mi found a quiet spot with few people and finally relaxed. The task was done, and at last, she could properly check her system panel.

She had rushed to the hotel early this morning without even completing her daily sign-in task. Lin Mi immediately entered the system page and clicked on today's sign-in.

[Ding! Sign-in successful! You have received 2,000 yuan in cash, deposited into your system wallet! Energy +10 points!]

Wallet balance: 18,243,100

Energy value: 955 points

"Wonderful, another day of earning money while lying down!" Lin Mi smiled contentedly as she held her phone. Though compared to her eighteen million, these two thousand yuan were insignificant, she was still very happy.

This money was almost like a gift, requiring nothing from her, effortlessly entering her account—how could she not be pleased? Previously, even after a month of overtime, she barely made four or five thousand. Now, every morning she woke, two thousand yuan awaited her; she felt truly satisfied.

Looking at the balance of over eighteen million!

Lin Mi’s thoughts deepened. This vast sum in her hands was no longer a vague number, but a tangible chip to change her fate.

Now that she had money, housing was her first priority. She currently rented in an old neighborhood with poor security, and rent for the next quarter was due at the end of the month. She planned to purchase property and leave the old place behind.

With money, who would willingly put up with hardship? Real estate was a fixed asset and a necessity; why keep throwing money away on rent?

Moreover, with her own home, she could bring her parents to live in the provincial capital.

With this in mind, Lin Mi swiftly switched pages and searched online for good apartments.

She had neither the time nor energy for renovations, and wished to move in before her rent was due at the end of the month.

Thus, she decided to buy a fully furnished apartment, ready for immediate occupancy, sparing herself the trouble of decorating.

Soon, she filtered out several properties with excellent locations, beautiful environments, and complete facilities.

Action speaks louder than words. Lin Mi hailed a taxi and decided to see them in person.

After all, she was now unemployed with plenty of free time.

The first sales center was slightly south of the city center, conveniently located with well-developed surrounding amenities.

The moment Lin Mi stepped into the spacious, bright sales hall, she was attracted by the array of intricate models and promotional posters.

The sales hall was bustling, and she quickly spotted the sand table area, crowded with prospective buyers.

As she approached, she felt several glances fall on her, tinged with disdain and scrutiny. She was simply dressed today, bare-faced, resembling a fresh graduate.

Compared to the well-dressed clients in the sales center, she indeed seemed out of place.

Lin Mi glanced around and saw several sales agents busy with customers. A few idle ones chatted among themselves, none bothering to greet her.

She walked up to a sand table and carefully studied the floor plans and layout of the complex.

Finally, a sales agent in professional attire approached, sizing Lin Mi up with a barely noticeable hint of contempt.

"Hello, are you here to look at apartments?" the agent asked politely, though her face lacked much enthusiasm.

"Yes, I'd like to see your floor plans and prices," Lin Mi replied with a smile.

The agent pulled her lips into a faint smile. "The cheapest here is over twenty thousand per square meter. Are you interested in a larger or smaller unit?"

She seemed to assume Lin Mi was merely browsing, her tone a touch perfunctory.

Lin Mi naturally sensed the agent's attitude, but paid it no mind. After all, this was a world where people were judged by their clothes, and service varied accordingly.

She pointed to a building on the sand table. "How is the lighting in this building? Are there any model units available for viewing?"

The agent glanced at it and replied indifferently, "The units here are all quite large, the smallest is one hundred forty square meters, total price over three million. The model apartment is on the top floor and requires an appointment to view."

Her gaze lingered on Lin Mi, uncertain, as if assessing whether she could afford such an expensive property.

"Over three million..."

Lin Mi pondered. The price was entirely within her means now.

After all, this complex was developed by a major corporation, with excellent facilities and stylish layouts.

She was simply considering whether spending such a large sum at once might affect her overall financial plans.

She was about to mention making an appointment when the agent cut her off.

"Miss, all our apartments are fully furnished, guaranteed quality. But, for young people like yourself, if your budget is limited, there are more affordable properties nearby you might consider."

The agent wore an 'I’m looking out for you' expression, but her words dripped with arrogance and disdain.

Lin Mi’s smile faltered for a moment, surprised to encounter such a cliché drama scene in real life.

To think she herself had worked in a service industry—how low was this professional awareness!

"Thank you for your suggestion," Lin Mi replied calmly. "But I’m here to look at apartments today. As a sales agent, your job is to explain thoroughly to your clients; whether I can afford it is my business."

The agent was momentarily speechless, not expecting the young woman to retort so directly. Weren’t young people supposed to be shy?

But with other clients around, she couldn’t say much more. Reluctantly, she pulled out a floor plan booklet, flipped to the large unit, and pointed out the details, speaking rapidly to hurry Lin Mi along.

She showed no intention of taking Lin Mi to view the model apartment.

Lin Mi took a deep breath, steadying herself, reminding herself there was no need to stoop to their level.

Words were pointless; it was better to let her actions speak for themselves.

"Alright, I'll look on my own."

With such perfunctory service, she wouldn’t waste her time.

"Hmph, what’s the point of pretending here with such shabby looks? I don’t care to deal with you," the agent muttered under her breath, walking away with a scowl.

Lin Mi scoffed lightly, unwilling to argue.

In this world, money reigns supreme!

She didn’t need to prove her financial strength to anyone.

Turning, she headed to another section to carefully examine the floor plans and price lists displayed on the boards.