Chapter 35: Tang Xiao Saves the Real Estate Tycoon

There were many people coming to view the properties, and the sales staff were extremely enthusiastic.

The sales staff used a pointer to indicate a large real estate model.

The real estate model was exquisite and beautiful, with twinkling lights.

“The opening price for Jiangdong Phase Two is only 14,000 per square meter. This place is surrounded by mountains and rivers, with convenient transportation, and there are supporting facilities like kindergartens, elementary schools, middle schools, and hospitals. What does this mean? Those who understand, understand.”

Those who understood understood; Tang Xiao didn’t quite get it and couldn’t help but click his tongue.

14,000 per square meter? This house is way too expensive.

Tang Xiao didn’t understand real estate and had never thought about buying a house.

Let alone over ten thousand per square meter; even if it were only a few thousand per square meter, it was still beyond his means.

But the enthusiastic homebuyers didn’t feel the same.

“The opening price for Phase One was 12,000, and it recently rose to 20,000. This Jiangdong property is very valuable.”

“Yeah, housing prices are falling nationwide, but only Jiangdong properties are still appreciating. Shouldn’t we hurry to buy?”

“The environment is good, it’s comfortable to live in, and just waiting for appreciation is so appealing.”

“I heard the most valuable one is that villa called ‘Jinyu Shuixiang.’ The opening price for that was estimated at 20,000, but some estimate it could rise to 40,000 or even higher. Buying it would definitely yield significant profits.”

“But that villa is 500 square meters and comes with a garden; the transaction price is definitely not just 20,000. I can’t afford it anyway.”

“That property has been speculated on for several years; it’s hard to buy even if you have money. The highest bidder wins, so let’s not think about it.”

If the price can rise even when others are falling, it shows that this location is truly excellent and won’t depreciate in the future.

As the sound of firecrackers rang out, the opening began.

Homebuyers rushed into the sales center, and the sales staff warmly welcomed them.

Tang Xiao couldn’t understand anything about the so-called property king.

Millions, tens of millions? How many competitions would he have to enter?

It was daunting; he couldn’t afford it.

He approached a staff member and said, “Hello, I’m Tang Xiao. I was sent by your Mr. Fan.”

The staff member’s eyes lit up upon seeing Tang Xiao.

“Oh, so you’re the Tang little brother that Mr. Fan mentioned! He’s coming down soon. He has prepared a big gift for you! It’ll be ready shortly.”

“What kind of big gift?”

Fan Youtong had forgotten to mention this in the phone call, so Tang Xiao asked again.

“Haha, Mr. Fan said he would reveal it personally; you’ll find out soon. Please sit over there. Would you like something to drink?”

Tang Xiao wasn’t in a hurry: “A cup of cola, please, Pepsi.”

“Sure!”

The staff member found a small sofa for Tang Xiao, and besides the drink, he also brought some snacks.

Tang Xiao sat there, observing the scene and the gifts on display.

There were items like refrigerators, washing machines, and rice cookers.

Tang Xiao thought: Getting a rice cooker would be nice; Grandma would definitely like it, hehe.

At that moment, two people also walked into the sales office.

One was a youthful-looking young man with slightly pale skin.

The other was a middle-aged woman dressed in an elegant qipao, adorned with jade bracelets.

It turned out to be Tang Zijian and Zhang Ping.

The two were arm in arm, appearing very close.

Zhang Ping said, “Zijian, you’ve been working hard preparing for the national exam lately. You should balance work and rest and come out for a stroll.

Don’t stay at home all day. If you keep it up, you’ll go crazy like your third sister.”

Tang Zijian replied, “Mom, I’m not struggling; the ones who are struggling are you and Dad. Sister Xinxin has her own difficulties too. We’re all worried about brother.”

Zhang Ping felt a bit melancholy upon hearing this, but at the same time, she was very pleased.

“You’re the most sensible one. If only Tang Xiao had half of your sensibility; why is he so oblivious? Everyone is doing this for his own good.”

Zhang Ping had mixed feelings about Tang Xiao; after all, he was born after ten months of pregnancy.

But Tang Xiao was very immature, far behind Tang Zijian.

Every time she tried to show concern for Tang Xiao, he would make her angry.

In comparison, Tang Zijian was much more considerate and thoughtful.

This made her even less inclined to pay attention to Tang Xiao.

Tang Zijian said thoughtfully, “Maybe… Brother Xiao feels too much pressure in our family? After all, we are relatively well-off.”

Tang Zijian’s words were quite clever.

With the phrase “our family,” he excluded Tang Xiao.

Yet, Zhang Ping didn’t find anything wrong with this statement at all.

Perhaps deep down, she didn’t truly consider Tang Xiao a part of the family.

Zhang Ping said, “He doesn’t work hard in our family, so of course he feels pressured. Everyone in our family is outstanding. This is his problem.

Besides, what kind of pressure could he have interacting with us? Only those who do bad things feel pressure; only those who care too much about money feel pressure. Why don’t we feel pressured?”

“We can’t blame Brother Xiao; his living environment isn’t very good.”

“That’s true… Sigh, if only he could learn from you, he wouldn’t be so clueless.” Zhang Ping nodded in agreement.

“Mom, I miss my brother,” Tang Zijian said, his eyes reddening again.

“Sigh, silly child, your brother hasn’t come back yet; it’s heartbreaking,” Zhang Ping said with concern.

Tang Zijian had a firm grip on Zhang Ping’s emotions.

It seemed he was speaking up for Tang Xiao, but in reality, he subtly pushed Tang Xiao out as an outsider.

Moreover, he painted him as an outsider who was unmotivated, stagnant, and greedy.

Zhang Ping was very receptive to this, feeling that Tang Zijian’s words resonated deeply with her.

Zhang Ping then asked, “Zijian, how is your preparation for the national exam going?”

Tang Zijian proudly replied, “Don’t worry, Mom; I’m preparing very well. I’m sure I’ll get into a good university this time.”

Zhang Ping added, “Your tutoring teacher said you’ve been working too hard; you’ve already put in a lot of effort.

You’re physically weak, so you don’t need to study as hard as your sisters. All I hope is for you to be happy for the rest of your life.”

Zhang Ping’s four daughters were all quite outstanding.

In terms of appearance, knowledge, and achievements, they were top-notch among young people.

All four were the pride of Zhang Ping and Tang Rushan.

As the youngest son in the Tang family, Tang Zijian was showered with love.

From a young age, the Tang family arranged for him to have many renowned tutors for extra studies.

He also participated in various interest classes, such as music, art, ballet, and so on.

They had spent millions on these.

However, Tang Zijian was physically weak, and the Tang family never pressured him, hoping only for his safety.

They felt that Tang Xiao was not working hard, but for Tang Zijian, they only wanted him to be happy.

Yet, they never thought there was anything wrong with this.

Zhang Ping then said:

“Zijian, you’ve been studying too hard lately. As a reward, your dad and I have decided to buy you a house as a gift, just to help you relax.

Even if you don’t live in it, it would be a good investment, and that would make us feel at ease.

The properties in Jiang’an are really nice; even your dad thinks highly of them.”

However, Tang Zijian hesitated, saying, “Mom, I don’t dare to accept…”

Zhang Ping smiled brightly: “I said I would buy it for you, so I will definitely do it. Don’t feel shy; you’re already an adult and should have your own property.

That villa ‘Jinyu Shuixiang’ looks great to both your dad and me. It’s perfect for you right now.”

“Thank you, Mom; you’re so good to me,” Tang Zijian said, looking a bit undeserving.

“You’re my son; if I don’t care for you, who should I care for?” Zhang Ping tapped Tang Zijian’s forehead.

Zhang Ping’s purpose for this trip was to buy a house for Tang Zijian as a reward for his hard work in