The Rebuilt Mansion and the Room Beneath the Lake

Li Huode waved to all the servants.

"Thank you for your hard work!"

"I look forward to having you all here. When you would normally kneel, an ordinary greeting will do. I'm not fond of elaborate formalities."

"Long live Saint Huo De!"

Smiles spread across every face, and many people shed tears of gratitude.

Everyone knew that being bought by a Celestial Dragon usually meant a miserable death.

They had never imagined they would be lucky enough to find a master like Saint Huo De.

"You may rise."

Perona gave a flourish of her parasol and issued the order as naturally as could be.

Li Huode's face twitched. Since when was this her house?

Besides, shouldn't she be holding that parasol over my wife?

My wife's getting a tan while that girl holds the shade over herself. What's that about?

When Li Huode glared at her, Perona immediately hid behind Robin, looking like a favored young concubine.

Robin shielded Perona with an indulgent smile, leaving Li Huode little he could do.

Once they entered the palace, Li Huode's eyes lit up.

Gleaming gold decorations filled the place, splendid without being gaudy.

Tesoro's taste in gold and his skill in using it were truly exceptional.

The furniture, paintings, potted plants, and carpets placed throughout the palace all bore the distinctive charm of the Kingdom of Flowers.

It looked far more impressive than the old Li Family residence.

The mermaid girls squealed with excitement. So many beautiful things! So much gold!

Shyarly shot Li Huode a disdainful look. And he called this unfinished?

It's ten times more luxurious than Ryugu Palace!

"Where did all this furniture come from?"

Li Huode was surprised. He turned to Robin.

"Darling, did you say there were tribute gifts?"

"Yes."

Robin explained.

"Right after you left, the