Chapter 049: The Seventh Young Lady Loves to Buy Land

Because Liu Hanxi participated in the conversation between the newly appointed Minister of Rites and the Emperor, the topic of discussion was international trade and cultural exchange. She offered many constructive suggestions. When the Emperor asked her where she learned these ideas, she finally had the opportunity to bring Ran Xingtou to the forefront.
```htmlThe two analyzed the various positions of the six departments at home and created a complete career plan, something they hadn't done in detail while working in modern jobs.
Since the Yushen Kingdom still implements a system of recommendation followed by examination, one needs to have connections before relying on their abilities. Ran Xingtou's skills are definitely sufficient, but previously there was only the path of teaching, which is clearly not enough. Now that she has Liu Hanxi as a supporter, she will surely rise step by step.```
Looking at the current six vacancies, the Ministry of Rites has the most positions available at the sixth to third ranks, especially with the new officials taking office. They will definitely not trust the existing structure; adjusting and appointing their own people is a necessary process.
The two carefully analyzed the matter of international communication based on the information obtained by Liu Hanxi. While Liu Hanxi had theoretical insights and had not engaged with the situation of the Yushen Kingdom and its neighboring countries, Ran Xingtong was well-versed in these matters. He provided very constructive suggestions by integrating her ideas with the realities of the situation.
Through a letter sent by the palace eunuchs, I successfully ran into the Emperor and the Minister of Rites on my way to visit the princess.
Therefore, with this push, the Minister of Rites came to the Ministry of Works to request personnel. The Ministry of Works pretended to be reluctant, even having someone visit three times, before finally letting the person go. The Ministry of Works is Liu Huanxi's stronghold, and everyone cooperated quite well.
Ran Xingtu became the deputy minister of the Ministry of Rites just before the Qixi Festival, holding the official rank of Zheng Liupin.
Liu Hanxi let out a sigh of relief; at this point, even if she left the Zhen King’s mansion and could no longer enter the palace, she had land and shops in her possession and was backed by a sixth-rank official, making it easy for her to live comfortably.
Even if she wants to leave, her reasons are valid. How could there be such a husband, right?
Tomorrow is the Qixi Festival, and he really won't appear until his mother's birthday on the fifteenth; he wouldn't want to wait even a few more days! So, how could he have any regard for her?
A group of outsiders living in the Zhenwang Mansion, including Liu Huanxi, Ran Xingtong, Qing Niang, Ji Ya, Lou Fengzhi, and Bai Lie, gathered in a small courtyard.
This courtyard has few rooms; if each of the six has one, it would almost be fully occupied. It is quiet amidst the hustle and bustle, lacking the multiple halls of a grand mansion, but it has a small garden where Qing Niang can plant flowers—small yet warm. More importantly, the people in this house are all those who cherish and love one another, and Liu Huanxi believes that is what truly makes a home.
```htmlThe table in the hall was set with the fragrant dishes made by Jing Niang, and everyone sat around it.
"Starting today, we have a home," Liu Hanxi said with tears in her eyes.
"Yes, I have my own home now," Ran Xingtú replied, declining the larger and more luxurious mansion arranged by the Ministry of Rites. His very low-profile approach to taking the position further won the heart of the Minister of Rites.```
“Come on, don’t cry. Today is a happy day. We have a home, and Xingtu has been promoted to the sixth rank of official. From now on, we should laugh every day!” Lou Fengzhi stood up and said. He also felt the feeling of home for the first time. When Liu Huanxi said to entrust Ran Xingtu and Jing Niang to him, he felt a heavy yet warm burden on his shoulders.
“I'm happy as long as there's meat to eat!” Ji Ya also raised her wine cup.
“Is that all you've got?” Bai Lie transformed into human form, and the love in his eyes could no longer be hidden.
“Well, as long as everyone gets to eat meat, we'll all be happy!” Ji Ya added, causing everyone to finally burst into laughter.
After having dinner, Ran Xingtou sent Liu Hanxi back to the Zhen Wangfu. As they hadn't officially divorced yet, she thought it would be better to stay in the Wangfu. On the other hand, Ji Ya was reluctant to leave Jingniang, so she stayed in that home.
Bai Lie must follow Liu Huanxi to protect her. Although a bit reluctant, he still left with Liu Huanxi.
"Brother, I can only help you up to this point. Your future career relies on you now. You have the talent for it, so don't waste it," Liu Huanxi said.
“Without you, what use is it for me to have any talent?” Ran Xingtu was filled with emotions.
In the past, Miss Liu Qi was always protected by him, but now it has transformed into Miss Liu Qi protecting him.
“I am not the Seventh Miss.” Liu Hanxi said.
“I know.” Ran Xingtu replied, “Whether it’s true or not, you are my sister, and I will protect you with my life.”
“I’m so afraid that one day I will just suddenly disappear. Fortunately, before finishing all of this, I haven’t gone.” At first, she longed to return to the modern world, but now she feels a bit reluctant.
“Are you really going to leave the Wang Mansion? You should at least see him first.” Ran Xingtou walked with her to the wall of the Zhen Wang Mansion.
“Mm, I'm going to leave. I have someone in my heart and can't let go of anyone else.” Liu Huanxi smiled.
“What if it's a road of no return?”
“There is no way back; what do I have that can be called a way back? I can only keep moving forward, be it a day, a month, or a year.” Tears streamed down Liu Hanxi's face.
After helping the Princess Yi eliminate the ghost, she began to feel problems with her body. Her heart would sometimes ache, and starting today, her head began to hurt as well, as if someone wanted to tear her apart.
Perhaps, this is the yin energy and spiritual power of her body seizing her thoughts and soul.
She didn't tell anyone. She thought, if she were to die, then let it be quietly! Let her quietly go to a place she likes, waiting for that moment to come, hoping not to hurt anyone in the process.
```htmlTomorrow is the Qixi Festival, and there is one last thing to do. If it goes well, I can really die in peace, which is to let Ran Xingtou meet the princess.
“You promised me that for these three days, you wouldn't do anything and just accompany me!” Liu Hanxi stopped under the plaque of the Zhen Wang Mansion and instructed Ran Xingtou.```
“Got it, I'm just taking a break.” Ran Xingtu smiled and nodded.
“Pick me up with the car early tomorrow morning! Make sure it’s early! Remember to wear the outfit I prepared for you; tomorrow is the ivory white set, the day after tomorrow is the blue set, and the day after that is the mouse gray set.” Liu Hanxi thought about the clothes again.
“Got it, you've already mentioned it many times. But why do I have to specify the color if you look good in whatever you wear?”
“Just don’t ask, there’s a reason I want you to wear this. Also, the jade and crown are all chosen and matched by me for you!”
“Got it, if I make a mistake tomorrow, you can punish me. Now go rest!”
Liu Huanxi thought for a moment and felt that there was nothing more to explain, so she entered the Wangfu.
The Wangfu was rather desolate without Ji Ya's presence.
Liu Huanxi went to rest early, for the last battle, she needed to conserve her energy. In ancient times, she was accustomed to sleeping when it got dark and waking up at dawn, without the need for an alarm clock—no more staying up late.
“Hey! Stinky Cat!” Bai Lie was lying at the door of Liu Hanzhi's room. First, he heard someone calling him softly, and then a dead fish "smacked" right in front of his eyes.
“Are you crazy?” Bai Lie often mimicked Liu Hanzhi's way of speaking as he quietly cursed.
“I'll give you some to eat.” Ji Ya said, squatting on the wall.
“You eat it then! It’s raw!” Bai Lie replied.
“Tch, still picky! Just you wait.” Ji Ya's red figure flashed and appeared in front of Bai Lie. Chanting a spell, she enveloped the fish in a ball of fire, instantly turning it into a piece of charcoal.
“It's cooked, eat!”
White Lie scratched at it with his claws, and the fish's tail fell off.
“Ex…exquisitely crispy on the outside and tender on the inside,” Ji Ya stammered.
“What are you doing giving me fish at this hour?” White Lie felt warm inside.
```html“In the evening, Jing Niang didn’t cook fish because she couldn’t buy any during the day. I know you love it, so I just went to the lake and caught one.” Ji Ya chuckled.
Bai Lie then noticed that her clothes were deep red; it turned out that they had become wet in several places.
He transformed into human form, tightly holding her in his arms, then, withdrawing his fangs, he kissed her fiercely.```
Jiya widened her eyes, feeling the kiss sent by the humanoid Bai Lie, unsure of how to respond.
“I am a divine beast, but I love you, the shaman. You have two choices: one is to kill me, the other is to love me.” Bai Lie released her, gazing into her eyes and asking.
“But can you really do it?” Seeing her still in a daze, he asked again.
```htmlJiya shook her head.
“That means you love me, and I love you too.”
Bai Lie kissed her lips deeply once again, and she gently closed her eyes, filled with sweetness.