"You put ten million in the bank, and you only get a little interest in a year. But it's different when you invest it in property."
"I know that people like you who do big business don't have much cash on hand. But you can free it up."
"Pay a deposit today, complete the procedures in a couple of days, and the house will be yours in a few more days. You could easily make tens of thousands just by flipping it."
"Miss Xiang, I don't need to tell you how sought-after properties in this area are. Opportunity knocks but once. Think it over carefully."
Xiang Wan knew everything he said.
In recent years, the real estate market had developed rapidly, and the speed at which property made money far surpassed any other industry.
Many people disdained ordinary investments and spent their days speculating in real estate.
It was just that she wasn't as wealthy as them.
Even though she knew it was a good opportunity, she could only sigh in frustration.
As they talked, the sales representative was still enthusiastically introducing the surrounding amenities to her as they walked out of the house.
Hospitals, schools, everything was top-notch.
Xiang Wan was listening intently when suddenly, someone called her name.
"Miss Xiang."
Xiang Wan turned her head.
What a coincidence, she ran into Tang Haichao here.
Perhaps because he wasn't working today, he was dressed very casually.
A white long-sleeved hoodie, beige casual pants, and a pair of white sneakers.
He looked much younger than before.
"Mr. Tang. What are you doing here too?"
After saying it, she regretted it.
Even though he was just in the renovation business.
Nowadays, renovation, like real estate, was a popular industry, and who knew how much money it made.
Just because you couldn't afford a house didn't mean he couldn't. Perhaps he was already an owner here.
"Probably the same reason as you."
Tang Haichao smiled and glanced at the sales representative beside her.
"Are you here to look at houses or...?"
The sales representative left first, and they strolled along the edge of the community, chatting.
Tang Haichao said that he had been observing for a long time. The location and amenities of this community, as well as its overall development prospects, were all good.
Whether it was for living or investment, it would only bring steady profits.
"And I heard that Nan City is about to implement a purchase restriction policy, allowing only one property per person. For non-locals who want to settle in the city, there will be many, many troublesome procedures to obtain the qualification to purchase a property."
"So, if you really like this place, I suggest you act fast."
Xiang Wan didn't know about the purchase restriction policy.
Upon hearing this, her heart became particularly heavy.
She was a non-local, and once this policy was implemented, it would be difficult for her to buy a house in the future.
"Thank you, Mr. Tang, for sharing this information with me."
"Which building were you looking at just now? Perhaps we can be neighbors in the future."
Xiang Wan also smiled.
"Although I'm really tempted, it's not certain yet. My funds are tied up."
"Are you planning to pay in full?"
How could she afford nearly ten million for one property?
"Not at all. I can't even scrape together a down payment. I'm just looking around aimlessly."
"Oh," Tang Haichao nodded.
He knew what industry Xiang Wan was in. Although he wasn't in it, he understood the implications to some extent.
For her to support so many employees and still have money to buy a house was already very difficult.
"So, are you planning to find another way, or just give up?"
Xiang Wan didn't hide it from him.
"I'm not from here, as you know. I also have a younger brother who is still in school, and I don't have any particularly wealthy friends."
"The pressure of stocking up for Double Eleven is immense, so..."
"Anyway, there are other potential properties in Nan City besides this one. Let's talk about it after this period passes."
Tang Haichao looked at her, her face as beautiful as a peach blossom, and his heart stirred.
"Can you tell me how much you're short? If Miss Xiang doesn't mind, I happen to have some spare cash."
Xiang Wan was quite surprised.
She wasn't close to Tang Haichao.
But in their few interactions, he had shown her great enthusiasm.
This enthusiasm was different from the impulsive passion of young boys who dared to express their love on a whim.
It was an enthusiasm that had been tempered by time, showing discretion, depth, and comfort.
Xiang Wan knew that at his age, any expressed affection must have been carefully considered and had a clear objective.
She thought she had clearly rejected him last time, but unexpectedly...
Seeing her expression clearly showing surprise, Tang Haichao smiled self-deprecatingly.
"You think we're not close, so saying this is too abrupt, right?"
"Ah, it is a bit. But I'm just straightforward like this, I don't like to hide things."
"I admit it. I've had a good impression of you since the first time I met you. But I'm not someone who will pester you."
"I know I'm not good enough for you, and I know you don't think highly of me. But it's never bad to have more friends in life."
"I consider myself quite worth befriending. Other than this, I have no other intentions. You don't need to feel burdened."
"If you're willing to be my friend, then take it. If not, I won't force you."
It was very embarrassing for Xiang Wan that he would proactively offer to lend her money and say such nice things.
"Mr. Tang, I didn't mean it that way."
"No need to explain. I understand. For a young, beautiful, and successful girl like you, it's impossible that no one pursues you."
"You must have met many wealthy and excellent people. I was just impulsive to say that, so please don't take it to heart."
"I don't look down on you. Please don't say that."
Xiang Wan was also a person of strong emotions.
She could tell that Tang Haichao had a similar personality to her, direct and outspoken.
"I come from a humble background and have worked my way up on my own. I've never relied on anyone. To be honest, it's a bit overwhelming for someone to proactively offer to lend me such a large sum of money for the first time."
Tang Haichao had been secretly paying attention to her for a long time and had naturally inquired about her.
The more he learned about her past, the more he found her remarkable.
Now, hearing her say it herself, he felt a pang of sympathy.
"How about this, let's find a place to sit down, have a cup of coffee, and have a good chat. It's not good for you to stand here in this strong sun for so long."
She owed him a favor from the incident with Xiang Yang last time, and with things having reached this point, Xiang Wan found it difficult to refuse.
They found a coffee shop and sat down.
They talked about their entrepreneurial journeys and their school days, and before they knew it, the afternoon had passed.
Xiang Wan learned that he wasn't originally from Nan City either.
His experiences were very similar to hers; he had a lower level of education and had worked his way up from a small town.
Furthermore, he not only did renovations but also owned a sizable building materials company.
By the end of their conversation, Tang Haichao felt as if they should have sworn brotherhood in the coffee shop, calling her "sister."
"We are too similar. You are completely the female version of me in this world."
"Don't refuse. If not for you, then for Xiang Yang. Consider this house bought for him as a wedding gift in the future. I'll cover the down payment for you."
"And so you don't feel burdened. How about this, you write me an IOU, and we'll set the interest rate according to the bank."