Dual Transmigration: American Prison, Surviving to a Fantasy Development Stage

Since His Highness the Crown Prince has said so, how could a mere junior official like him dare to refute him?

Lin Feng waved his hand and laughed, "Only those who abide by the law are good citizens of Great Wei."

Besides, I don't have the surname Wei, so paying taxes is only right and proper.

These words touched Liu Yinglong deeply.

If all the sons of powerful and wealthy families in the capital were as knowledgeable, reasonable, and understanding as Lin Feng, then those of them who handled affairs would have it much easier.

Seeing Lin Feng's insistence, Wei Zhaoan didn't say anything more and nodded, saying:

"Let's go, I'll take Young Master Lin to see the manor."

The two boarded separate carriages and headed east of the city.

The carriage traveled about five miles before arriving at a wide street.

A magnificent mansion stands by the street, with vermilion gates, high thresholds, and two imposing stone lions in front of it.

Above the gate hangs a plaque with four large characters: Zhao'an Prince's Mansion.

Wei Zhaoan pointed to the mansion and said with a smile, "Young Master Lin, this is the place."

Lin Feng got off the carriage, looked up at the plaque, then at the imposing gate, and secretly marveled.

This house is really big.

Pushing open the vermilion gate, it's nearly two hundred meters from the entrance to the first archway.

The entire mansion has five courtyards, each of which is very spacious, meeting the standard specifications of a duke.

Passing through the first archway, you are greeted by an exquisite garden.

The rockery is rugged, koi carp live in the pond, and water lilies float on the water.

A long corridor winds its way through the buildings, its pillars adorned with exquisite carvings that clearly belong to a master craftsman.

Wei Zhaoan introduced as he walked:

"This is a standard Duke's mansion, complete with everything."

Covering an area of ​​a thousand acres, it has more than a hundred pavilions and towers, and the carved beams and painted rafters inside were all made by the most famous craftsmen in the capital.

These flowers and trees are rare varieties transplanted from various places; they are evergreen and bloom continuously throughout the year.

He paused for a moment and then smiled, "This was bestowed upon me by my grandfather back then. I've never had the chance to live here, so I'm taking this opportunity to present it to Young Master Lin."

"If Young Master Lin ever needs anything in the future, just tell the servants to buy it for him; there's no need to be polite."

Lin Feng nodded, feeling quite satisfied.

This house is indeed quite nice.

"I really like this house, thank you, Your Highness."

Wei Zhaoan laughed and said, "Don't be so polite, after all, we're having a fair trade."

Yu Lan led Liang Bing to the back garden, where there were many exotic flowers and plants.

The environment was beautiful, and Yu Lan nodded in satisfaction: "Lin Feng, your house has hundreds of rooms, may I stay here?"

Lin Feng laughed and said, "We're friends, you can stay as long as you want."

"Friends?" Yu Lan found the word interesting.

"Okay, got it."

After viewing the house, Wei Zhaoan asked with a smile:

"Young Master Lin, do you need my help to purchase some furniture or other items?"

Although the house is grand, it's empty inside and not very convenient to live in.

Lin Feng waved his hand: "That's not necessary."

His space was overflowing with supplies, from bedding and pillows to pots and pans, from toiletries to changes of clothes, he had everything he needed.

It could fill more than ten houses, let alone one.

Wei Zhaoan nodded and then suggested:

"Should we hire some servants or something?"

After all, such a large garden requires a lot of manpower just for cleaning.

According to regulations, the Duke's mansion needs at least twenty people to barely function.

Lin Feng nodded in satisfaction:

"That's a possibility."

I can't manage it all by myself.

Upon hearing this, Wei Zhaoan's eyes lit up, and he immediately said:

"That's easy, leave it to me!"

A few days ago, the house of a vice minister was raided, and all his servants and family members are still imprisoned in the Jiaofangsi (Imperial Music Bureau).

These people are readily available; they know the rules, know how to serve others, and can be used immediately.

He paused, then said:

"In addition, quite a few women have been rejected from the palace in recent years."

These girls were all rigorously trained by the palace matrons; their manners and etiquette were impeccable, and their appearances were also quite pleasing.

I'll come over too, and deliver it to Young Master Lin.

What are your thoughts, Young Master Lin?

Lin Feng nodded in satisfaction and smiled:

"Then thank you very much, Your Highness."

The Crown Prince is indeed very thorough in his work.

It must be said that Wei Zhaoan's work is indeed very pleasant.

It's decisive and thorough.

Seeing that Lin Feng was satisfied, Wei Zhaoan's mood immediately brightened.

He dared not befriend Yu Lanpan—that woman's identity was too mysterious, even his father kept it a secret, and the slightest mistake could lead to utter destruction.

But getting along well with Lin Feng is a different story.

Lin Feng seems easygoing and approachable, and he's also Yu Lan's friend. If this relationship is managed well, there will be many benefits in the future.

He hesitated for a moment, as if he wanted to say something but then stopped himself.

Seeing this, Lin Feng smiled and said, "Young Master Wei, please speak your mind."

After all, I'm unfamiliar with the capital, and I'll have to rely on the young master's help.

Wei Zhaoan rubbed his hands together and said with a smile:

"Since Young Master Lin puts it that way, then I won't stand on ceremony."

I wonder... if I could ask Young Master Lin for a piece of calligraphy?

I just saw your calligraphy at the Ministry of Revenue, and it was truly stunning. I'm itching to get a piece to take home and treasure.

Lin Feng was taken aback, then smiled:

"Is that all?"

No problem, how about I give it to you tomorrow?

I just took over the house today, so I still need to tidy it up.

Wei Zhao'an was overjoyed and repeatedly cupped his hands in greeting:

"That would be wonderful. I won't bother you any longer. I'll go and select some suitable servants for you, young master. I guarantee they will all be quick and efficient and have decent appearances."

"Thank you for your trouble, Your Highness."

Wei Zhaoan left in a hurry, his steps light as the wind, in a mood as good as if he had found a treasure.

Lin Feng strolled around the garden again, becoming more and more satisfied with what he saw.

This house is indeed magnificent, with artificial hills, ponds, pavilions, and towers—it has everything.

It's just really empty, with hardly any people around.

He greeted Yu Lan and then returned to Fumanlou.

"Pack up, we're moving." Lin Feng called out to the girls as soon as he entered the door.

Xiao Tao, Xue Yao, Su Shi, Su Qin, and Gu Yu, the five girls, had been waiting for a while and immediately got busy upon hearing the news. Actually, there wasn't much to tidy up.

Lin Feng found a carriage and took out new bedding, toiletries, and a change of clothes from his spatial storage, which he then gave to them to carry.

The five women stared in disbelief—how could the material of the young master's bedding be so soft and smooth?

The colors are way too bright!

And this towel, why is it so soft?

Lin Feng was too lazy to explain and waved his hand dismissively: "Let's go, we can take our time looking around when we get to the new house."

The group left Fumanlou Restaurant, hired two carriages, and headed in a grand procession towards their new house.

Upon arriving at the gate of the house, the five women were stunned by the vermilion gate, the imposing stone lions, and the grand plaque.

"Young Master...is this our new home?" Xueyao murmured.

Lin Feng nodded: "Yeah, I just bought it. Let's go inside and take a look."

Push open the gate, walk through the long corridor, and you'll arrive deep inside the garden.

The five women stared wide-eyed at the exquisite rockery, the clear pond, the winding corridor, and the carved and painted pavilions.

"Oh my god... this is too big..." Su Shi covered her mouth.

"Young master, shall we live here from now on?" Su Qin asked with delight.

Lin Feng smiled and nodded: "Yes, we'll live here from now on."

"You can choose your own rooms. Let me know when you've chosen, and I'll decorate them for you."

The five women cheered.

Lin Feng shook his head, took out bedding, toiletries, and a change of clothes from his spatial storage, and arranged them one by one in the main hall.

Then I took out some water glasses.

By the time I finished all that, it was already afternoon.