Chapter 37 Brother-in-law, Liujing River is spending too much
6:30 .
West city
Tang Qi is 25 years old this year, and is an archer in the South City Army. Today he came to the West City, and in the words of Deputy Commander Ye, he is "the old leading the new."
The two somewhat unfocused men at the back are archers from the West City Army.
Short-sighted idiot!
Did you think he didn't notice them whispering to each other?
I'll go back and bring a new report to the clerk to investigate you two!
When the day comes when you two are kicked out and your colleagues stay and get paid enough, you will cry and regret it!
Turning out of Niulan Street and heading southwest, you will see more pedestrians, shops and vendors.
"Follow me!"
Tang Qi shouted to the two of them.
In his opinion, there were few decent archers in West City. They couldn't stand in formation properly after being taught for several days. They probably thought that the adults were temporarily leading West City and didn't put their heart into it at all!
Pooh!
When the salaries are paid in a few days, half of these people will probably not receive the full salary.
Why must you be so kind, sir?
What a bunch of dirty thieves!
"Do you have a 'business sign'?"
Tang Qi asked as they stopped in front of a fruit stall.
It is called a small stall, but in fact it only has two bamboo baskets, one for loquats and the other for plums.
The stall owner was an old man, who looked to be at least fifty years old.
Seeing Tang Qi and the two archers from the Bingmasi coming behind him, he was frightened and was stunned when he heard Tang Qi's words.
What is a business card?
He didn't think much about it and leaned over to grope in his small pocket.
Tang Qi thought he was looking for the business card, so he didn't rush him and waited calmly.
Unexpectedly, the old man held a dozen coins in his hand and handed them to him tremblingly, "Sir."
Tang Qi's eyes were filled with horror.
Why are you harming me, old man?
Suddenly, he felt something at the edge of his vision, and his instinct made him glance at it.
The three men were wearing the same official uniforms as him, like the archers of the Bingmasi, but with flying feathers on their hats and red badges on their sleeves. They had solemn faces and approached him.
God!
This is Team Ji Zheng!
Tang Qi was horrified and took a half step back. He said loudly but not in a loud voice, "I just asked if you have a business license. If you don't have one, I can get you one temporarily. You can't set up a stall here, so you can go over there."
As he spoke, he pointed to a place not far away.
The old man looked in the direction of his hand and saw that not far away were restaurants such as Yishiju. The place was spacious and crowded.
Such a good place, where should he go?
I guess this business license will cost a lot of money, right?
The old man sighed in his heart.
The eldest son of the family went to join the frontier army, and the old wife was ill. In order to take care of her, he delayed for a long time. Most of the fruits were ripe and rotten. He only picked these fruits and sold them in the city to exchange some money for a few more medicines for his wife. Unexpectedly...
"The business license costs nothing. It just records where you live, how many people are in your family, and which days of the year you go to the city to do business, etc."
"You don't need money to make a living here. You only need a cleaning fee. For the two baskets you have, it's only three or five cents."
As if he could see what the old man was thinking, Tang Qi hurriedly explained.
Just then, three members of Ji Zheng's team arrived.
"But you don't have a business license?" The leading middle-aged man had an indifferent expression and pale yellow eyes, which made Tang Qi feel uneasy at a glance.
I heard from other brothers that these people were recruited by the adults from the retired border troops.
The border troops are all tough guys.
"Yes." Although he was a little panicked, Tang Qi did not look timid.
"Okay, record it with him and give him a business card." The middle-aged man stepped aside and said to the younger member of Team Ji Zheng behind him.
"Yes."
The young man took out a thin book and carefully took out a charcoal pencil.
A hint of envy flashed in Tang Qi's eyes.
It is said that the Ji Zheng team has a method of learning to read that was taught by an adult himself.
Literacy.
I don’t know when he can be selected into Ji Zheng’s team.
"Where do you live?"
"... "
When he heard that the old man's eldest son had joined the border army, the middle-aged man in Ji Zheng's team softened his eyes a little. He tied the gong and drumstick in his hands around his waist, bent down and carried the old man's two baskets of fruit.
“Eh.”
The old man wanted to step forward to stop him.
"Don't panic. Military families are treated preferentially. You only need to pay one cent for the cleaning fee."
After the middle-aged man finished speaking, he carried the two baskets of fruit to the planned area, selected a fairly good spot, and found a small stool with the old man.
The old man came to his new stall surrounded by Tang Qi and his archers. He was still confused until Tang Qi and his friends left.
At this time, the neighboring stall owner came over and said, "Old man, is there anyone in your family who joined the army?"
The old man was stunned for a moment, then responded, "Yes."
"Let me tell you, otherwise Captain Li is carrying goods with him." The stall owner collected some dry goods from other stall owners in front, behind, and on the left, and smiled at the old man who had not yet recovered, "Old man, from now on, you can just focus on doing business here."
The old man calmed down a little and finally realized that what Tang Qi and others said was true. He hurriedly pulled the man and asked, "But is there a new policy in the court?"
The stall owner smiled and gave a thumbs up, "It's the new policy proposed by Lord Xiaoye."
"Which Lord Xiaoye?" the old man asked. "Lord Xiaoye is... Lord Xiaoye is here!"
"Master Xiaoye!"
"Master Xiaoye!"
"... "
The old man looked in the direction he was looking.
I saw a young man in brocade clothes, walking slowly leading a horse. Wherever he went, he was greeted with constant greetings. Even the shop owner came out to greet him warmly.
Some vendors grabbed the cakes and fruits they were selling, then remembered Ye Zheng's previous words, let go of their hands, and walked forward to bow.
The old man was stunned for a long time.
It has been many years since Kyoto City has produced an official who is so popular among the people, right?
"Good officer."
"What a good official." Fan Xian lowered the curtain of the carriage, with a look of emotion on his face, and said to Fan Ruoruo, "Benefiting the people and prospering all industries. My brother-in-law is amazing."
There was a hint of shame in Fan Ruoruo's eyes, but the corners of her lips curled up, and she whispered, "He does..."
"My brother-in-law's talents are far more than that." Before she finished speaking, Fan Sizhe praised her.
Look at him, the way he raises his chin and tilts his head, he is more active than praising himself.
Fan Xian rubbed his chin with his knuckles. He became even more curious about his companion.
……
One stone residence
Before Ye Zheng could move forward, the shopkeeper of Yishiju came forward and took the reins from him.
"Third Master, everything has been arranged."
"Ah."
It took a lot of effort to reorganize the West City Military Department a few days ago.
To the south of West City is the commercial district with the highest tax revenue, and to the north is the Imperial Palace.
Most of the archers from the Bingmasi here are related to this.
These people thought that he was a temporary leader and had a low sense of cooperation, so they asked him to beat a few people severely and make them retreat before they became somewhat obedient.
Today is a day off, and he sent someone to pass on a message the day before, inviting the three brothers and sisters from the Fan family to come out for dinner.
As for the restaurant, it’s naturally Yishiju.
Going up to the second floor and sitting near the window, I could only see Fan Ruoruo and Fan Sizhe from afar.
"Where is my uncle?" He leaned towards Fan Ruoruo.
The latter gave him a glare, and pointed to Fan Sizhe Pang's position with his eyes, "Sit over there."
"it is good."
Ye Zheng is quick to accept advice.
The light-colored skirt that the young lady is wearing today is very beautiful. It makes her look as radiant as a spring flower, and her skin is as bright as jade, which makes her look very beautiful.
"Brother went to buy some books." Fan Ruoruo met his gaze and said.
"Oh." Ye Zheng nodded.
It's not that he forgot, but he didn't expect that after he sorted out the business details of South City and West City, there was still a business of buying and selling books that had not been reviewed by the Imperial Court's Wenying General School (Division 8 of the Inspection Institute).
"It's the Red Mansion, brother-in-law." Fan Sizhe became anxious.
Ye Zheng looked over and saw him gritting his teeth and saying with a pained look, "It's only one volume, brother-in-law."
"If you press one scroll..."
"Stop!" Ye Zheng stopped his highlight moment in time and said, "You are quite a playboy. You plot against every girl you see. How about planning your own business first? How about arranging your affairs?"
"Brother-in-law, what do you mean by philandering? I... that's not bad, brother-in-law." Fan Sizhe's voice suddenly lowered, he glanced at Fan Ruoruo, pulled Ye Zheng's arm, and whispered, "Brother-in-law, the cost of going to Liujing River is too high. I've only listened to it twice. If it doesn't work, let's go to the Jiaofangsi to pick one."
Fan Ruoruo wanted to move closer to listen, but was afraid of losing her composure in front of this man, so she could only watch her brother and Ye Zheng whispering with a look of suspicion, curiosity, and scrutiny.
Hmm... I feel a little jealous again, jealous of Fan Sizhe.
Jiaofangsi?
Ye Zheng frowned.
The Jiaofangsi was under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Rites.
The Minister of Rites is the eldest princess's man, and most of the other officials are the prince's men.
"Awaited."
Fan Xian's voice came, and there was a tall guard behind him.
Ye Zhengfang looked in the direction of the voice, his eyes passed over Fan Xian and stopped on Teng Zijing's face.
Suddenly, there was a commotion downstairs.
"Bring it!"
"How dare you sell this kind of book?"
"Where to hide?"
"Stop running!"
"... "
There were also some sounds of fighting amid the noise, and what was particularly prominent was the arrogant scolding of some people.
Ye Zheng stood up.
(End of this chapter)