"Woohoo! Qiqi, come catch me!"
"I'm coming—Qiqi's coming!"
Qiqi and the pink fox Yae Miko had already climbed down from Ren Kai's arms. The two of them ran circles around the cherry blossom trees, playing happily.
"Knowing that Mr. Madara prefers peace and quiet, we didn't arrange for servants to live inside the residence. Someone will come every day to deliver meals and clean the place."
"Please go to the master room for breakfast, Mr. Madara. I won't disturb you any longer."
Seeing the joyful expressions of Ren Kai, Qiqi, and Yae Miko, Uncle Fu knew he had chosen the right residence.
It was time to report back to Young Master Mingyun.
"Please help me thank Young Master Mingyun, Uncle Fu. I'm very satisfied with this residence."
Ren Kai replied politely.
"If the young master hears that Mr. Madara is satisfied, he will surely be delighted. I'll take my leave."
Uncle Fu said happily before departing.
He stopped by a small courtyard next to the residence where three servants were waiting. After explaining the situation, he returned to the Feiyun Commerce Guild.
"Ouch!"
While chasing Yae Miko around the tree, Qiqi accidentally ran straight into the cherry blossom trunk.
"Qiqi, are you okay?"
Yae Miko immediately ran back to her.
But suddenly—
"I caught you!"
Qiqi reached out and grabbed the pink fox.
"…Come eat breakfast first."
Ren Kai had nearly panicked, thinking Qiqi might get hurt.
But it turned out he was worrying too much.
Her body was surprisingly sturdy.
"Qiqi, you cheated! Hmph!"
Yae Miko protested while being held by Qiqi.
"What does cheating mean?"
Qiqi asked innocently as she carried Yae along behind Ren Kai.
"…."
Both Ren Kai and Yae Miko were speechless.
Of course it was you, Qiqi.
They entered the central courtyard.
Everything was spotless.
From now on—
This would be their home.
The thought made Ren Kai quietly excited.
Opening the master room revealed a small reception area.
On the left was a dining table already covered with food.
On the right was a study.
Behind that were two bedrooms.
Ren Kai led Qiqi and Yae Miko into the bedroom on the right.
"This room belongs to the two of you."
"You'll sleep here every night from now on."
"After all, you're both girls."
He spoke seriously.
"Mhm, I understand. And Qiqi will keep me company."
Yae Miko jumped down and immediately began inspecting the room.
"Qiqi has her own room now! Yay!"
Qiqi happily followed her around the room.
"Alright, come eat breakfast first. It doesn't look like you two ate enough earlier."
Ren Kai had worried they might feel uncomfortable in a new place.
Apparently he had worried for nothing.
Seeing the delicious food on the table, Qiqi and Yae Miko immediately transformed into little foodies.
"No coconut milk…"
Qiqi said sadly.
Ren Kai felt extremely happy seeing Qiqi actually voice a request.
His poor Qiqi was finally opening up.
"Eat first. I'll take you out later to buy some."
He looked at her with a doting smile.
"Mhm."
Qiqi nodded happily.
From time to time she even picked up food for Ren Kai and Yae Miko.
Ren Kai felt deeply moved.
His daughter absolutely deserved to be spoiled.
The three of them ate with impressive speed.
In less than ten minutes, breakfast was finished.
Qiqi and Yae Miko leaned back in their chairs, rubbing their round little bellies.
At that moment, footsteps came from outside.
Ren Kai turned curiously.
A middle-aged man stood at the doorway with two young girls.
"Greetings, Mr. Madara."
"I am your steward, Fu Yun. These two are Chunyan and Xia Qing."
"Our wages are paid by the Feiyun Commerce Guild, so please don't refuse. Serving you is our honor."
Fu Yun bowed respectfully, not even daring to raise his head.
"Oh? Where are you living now? You should move into the guest rooms in the central courtyard."
Ren Kai said politely.
Just from the name Fu Yun, he knew Uncle Fu had arranged trusted people.
Letting them live here would be fine.
"Thank you, Mr. Madara!"
Fu Yun, Chunyan, and Xia Qing all looked overjoyed.
Before arriving, they had already heard.
This man was the True Martial Emperor who had displayed overwhelming power yesterday.
Serving such a figure was a dream opportunity for ordinary people.
"This is Qiqi. And this pink fox is Yae."
"They both belong to the category of adepti."
"So don't offend them."
Ren Kai said seriously.
These two were his bottom line.
Anyone who touched them would die.
"As long as you work well, those who perform well will receive rewards."
After giving a warning, he added a bit of encouragement.
He sounded a bit like a landlord now.
"Thank you, Mr. Madara!"
Fu Yun was ecstatic.
A reward from an Emperor-level figure might even drive adepti mad with excitement.
Uncle Fu had already told him—
As long as they worked diligently, they would surely earn recognition.
"Uncle Fu also instructed me to take your measurements, Mr. Madara. I'll fetch several sets of clothing from the shop afterward."
Fu Yun said with a smile.
"That's fine. Take Qiqi's measurements as well and prepare several outfits for her."
Ren Kai glanced at Qiqi's clothes.
"I want some too!"
Yae Miko immediately spoke up when she heard about new clothes.
"You… wait until you can transform into human form first."
Ren Kai honestly had no idea what clothes to buy for a fox.
What was he supposed to do—buy pet costumes?
"I can transform! Look!"
Yae Miko immediately prepared to use her transformation technique.
"Wait!"
Ren Kai rushed forward and stopped her.
"If you're going to transform, do it in the bedroom with Chunyan."
"Let her measure you afterward."
Otherwise, if the transformation succeeded…
She would appear completely naked.
"Oh! Right!"
Yae Miko suddenly realized.
She dashed into the bedroom, with Qiqi and Chunyan following behind.
"Mr. Madara, would you like your measurements taken now?"
Fu Yun asked politely.
"Mm."
Ren Kai stood up.
Fu Yun and Xia Qing carefully measured him.
After finishing, Ren Kai asked,
"Do you have paper and a brush?"
"Yes, in the study."
Fu Yun replied immediately.
"Good. I'll draw a few clothing designs."
Ren Kai walked into the study and began sketching.
Soon he returned with five drawings.
"These three are for me."
"And these two are for Qiqi and Yae."
Fu Yun accepted the papers respectfully.
"Understood, Mr. Madara."
Just then, the bedroom door opened.
Hearing the sound, Ren Kai stepped back into the hall.
"Hehe! I just successfully transformed!"
"Impressive, right?"
Yae Miko ran over proudly.
"Mhm! Qiqi saw it too! Very impressive!"
Qiqi excitedly agreed.
"Oh?"
Ren Kai turned toward Chunyan with a questioning look.
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