Chapter 1284: Chapter 1284: The Dust Settles
After watching Bai Xiao leave, Qi Yuqing’s mother asked, “What’s going on?”
“Mom, isn’t it the big house you wanted? It’s a four-bedroom, two living room, two bathroom place, even bigger than what you asked for. What more could you be dissatisfied with?”
Qi Yuqing couldn’t understand what her mother was up to.
“That’s not what I’m asking! I’m asking about the payment! Are you getting a loan or what? Who’s handling the down payment?”
This was the real issue.
“What down payment? It’s a full payment purchase.”
Qi Yuqing felt puzzled.
“Full payment? Impossible!”
Qi Yuqing’s mother thought something was off.
How could it be a full payment?
Probably the Bai Family colluded with the real estate staff, and soon they’ll say the money can’t be taken out until tomorrow.
They’ll delay it day by day.
Otherwise, how could the card machine at such a big sales office suddenly break down?
It couldn’t have broken down at a better or worse time.
How coincidental!
Qi Yuqing’s mother felt relieved.
As long as her daughter wasn’t being swindled, the Bai Family could do whatever they pleased.
“Qingqing, remember this: you can’t just sell your house casually. Remember, your dad and I only have you as a daughter. This house is your backup plan; if things ever go badly, at least you have a house and a job, which is better than anything.”
Qi Yuqing’s mother spoke earnestly, fearing her naive child might be deceived.
Qi Yuqing finally understood what her mother’s questions were all about.
She couldn’t help but laugh and cry.
“Mom, I’m convinced! Your imagination is really wild.”
“Don’t think I’m just scaring you. Let me tell you, this sister of the Bai Family is definitely up to something. You’ll see, when that salesperson comes back, they’ll surely say the bank can’t get that much money out, and then it’ll all just fall apart. They’re putting on an act.”
Qi Yuqing’s mother was exasperated, disheartened by her daughter’s cavalier attitude.
“Mom, let me tell you the truth, Bai Xiao’s real dad is worth billions. Do you think they need to con your daughter out of forty thousand?”
Qi Yuqing couldn’t stop smiling.
Qi Yuqing’s mother sneered, “You’re just trying to fool me. As if Bai Xiao’s father is a billionaire. You think we’re in a TV drama? Do you take me for a fool?”
A billionaire, indeed!
“Mom, why would I lie to you? Seriously, we had dinner together once, and the meal cost five hundred and twenty thousand. You’ve never seen a meal like that, have you?” Qi Yuqing hugged her mother’s arm with a cheerful smile, recounting the past.
“Five hundred and twenty thousand? No way, unless they were eating gold and silver. Even then, it couldn’t cost that much.”
Qi Yuqing’s mother was skeptical.
“No joke, you don’t know. A small dish of caviar, just ten grams, costs about ten thousand. And I didn’t eat it alone! There were thirty of us, including old professors and directors. This was even reported in the Capital City Daily. I’ll find the article for you to see.”
“Really?”
Qi Yuqing’s mother was half-convinced.
Her daughter wouldn’t lie to them about something like this, would she?
At this point, Bai Xiao and the salesperson returned.
“Ms. Bai, we’ll have all the paperwork ready for you quickly, though the property certificate will take a week. We’ll take care of everything else, so you won’t have to worry.” The salesperson held a large bag, marked with a bank’s emblem.
It was forty thousand in cash.
“Okay, but please make it quick. We’re in a hurry to start renovations.”
Bai Xiao had other things to tend to and couldn’t supervise this part.
“Sure, rest assured! Renovations won’t be delayed. You can take the keys today. Whose name do we put on the property certificate?”
The salesperson had already swapped out the contract.
The sales contract now turned into a stack of documents needed for the property certificate.
Bai Xiao glanced at Qi Yuqing, “Put your name on it!”
Putting her own name wouldn’t be appropriate.
Qi Yuqing shook her head, “No, put Bai Song’s name. He’s your big brother. It wouldn’t make sense to put my name.”
Qi Yuqing’s mother widened her eyes, was this for real?
It seemed genuine.
But why would Bai Xiao trust Qi Yuqing so much and let her put her name on the property certificate?
“What’s the big deal? You’re not part of my brother’s family? What’s yours is his. As if I’d worry you’d run off with the property certificate.” Bai Xiao wasn’t concerned.
This was also a gesture of goodwill towards Qi Yuqing’s parents; her big brother didn’t need this house.
Compared to Qi Yuqing’s family, they weren’t actually looking down on Bai Song. It was more about his career, which elicited some hesitation.
Not without reason.
As long as they’re not those kind of relatives, Bai Xiao was willing to help her brother overcome difficulties.
Her brother, being stubborn.
He would absolutely not touch Bai Jingshan’s dividends, making it extremely difficult to buy a three-bedroom apartment in the Capital City.
Li Chunhua talked to her about it, not without her own calculations.
But Bai Song was her brother, and the Bai Family had always stood by her side to protect her.
Now it was her turn to protect her brother.
This time, the little sister would take care of you.
“No, better to have your brother’s name!” Qi Yuqing insisted, otherwise, what would people think of her?
“How about this! Let’s put both your names on it. After all, when it comes to handling procedures in the future, someone has to be available. My brother’s job has uncertain hours, and taking leave is nearly impossible. Having done the same job, I know it’s strictly disciplined. Even though his position now is different, the requirements are likely the same. Having your name on it would make things more convenient, allowing you to handle matters whenever necessary.”
Bai Xiao had thought it through.
Qi Yuqing’s mother’s expression softened.
It’s not that they were greedy for someone else’s house, but having their daughter’s name on it felt reassuring; being valued by the Bai Family made them feel comforted, and they couldn’t help but reconsider that Bai Song wasn’t too bad after all.
The career couldn’t be easily changed, and their daughter was determined to marry.
What could they do?
If Bai Song had sisters to help out, it would be different.
At least their daughter would have an easier life.
“Alright then!”
Qi Yuqing knew Bai Xiao was right.
Bai Song indeed didn’t have time for these things.
As long as they sent Bai Song’s ID copy in a couple of days, it would be fine; Qi Yuqing’s had already been submitted.
After completing the paperwork and taking the keys, they headed to the house once more.
This time Qi Yuqing’s father and mother were there, just in time for another look around.
Viewing the house, Qi Yuqing’s mother was satisfied.
How could she not be?
The building had an elevator, four bedrooms, two living rooms, and two bathrooms. The house had great lighting, large floor-to-ceiling windows, basking in warmth. What’s more, every room’s layout was very reasonable.
There would even be a room specially for a child in the future.
Hearing Bai Xiao say there was even a room reserved for them when they visit warmed their hearts. It was hard to find fault with this family.
What more could they want?
The house had already been bought.
What else could one ask for?
Bai Song and Qi Yuqing’s marriage was finally settled.
With the house ready for renovation, they’d marry next month.