"The two rooms are next to each other, both on the second floor. No one will bother you under normal circumstances. The rent for both rooms is 10 Silver Scales a month."
He Xi counted out the coins from his money pouch and deliberately added two more. "Yes, I saw it on the notice board. Then how about I pay 12 Silver Scales?"
His gaze fell on Bruce. The meaning was obvious: the extra two Silver Scales were for Bruce's lodging expenses.
Ms. Cassandra smiled and waved her hand. "No need. I like this little fellow." She looked at Bruce's tail, which was wagging so fast it was almost leaving afterimages, and at his seemingly human-understanding eyes. "He looks clever. I couldn't bring myself to charge him."
"Besides, you two young people are different from those loud, booze-reeking types.
"There have already been several groups who came to view the rooms. I turned them all down."
After hearing this, He Xi stopped insisting on paying extra.
He counted out 10 Silver Scales and placed them on the table.
Cassandra accepted the rent and carefully explained a few things. "These are the keys to the main door and your respective rooms. Keep them safe.
"You can use the fireplace upstairs in winter. The firewood is in the shed in the corner of the yard. If you need it then, there will be an additional charge.
"The kitchen is on the first floor. You can cook for yourselves, but clean up afterward." Her tone grew slightly more serious. "The most important things to remember are:
"Keep quiet and take care of the facilities here. I don't want to hear complaints from the neighbors or see any unnecessary damage."
"Please rest assured. We will."
"Good. Welcome to your new home, Galen, Zoya." Ms.