It turns out that this lane was called Lushi Lane, and there were prostitutes and bookstores in it.
This is not a strange combination either.
It is the custom of the Northern Song Dynasty.
In fact, from a legal perspective, the Northern Song Dynasty had certain legal prohibitions on this industry, mainly to prevent girls from being forced into prostitution, and there were also certain restrictions on officials.
From Qi State to the present, it has been a thousand years, and the rulers have also been very clear that this thing cannot be completely banned, so why bother to cover up and deceive others, they can only give appropriate regulations.
In addition, the Northern Song Dynasty was a commercial society, which was very prosperous.
As for why bookstores and Goulan tile houses are mixed together, one of the main reasons is that nowadays literati are fond of this kind of thing, and literati are the main consumers in today's society.
A typical example is the wheat straw lane outside the Zhuangyuan Building.
This Zhuangyuan Building is a place where the nobles from all over the world live, but outside the building is the very famous fireworks place in the capital.
Most of the large and small brothels in Bianjing were built in places where literati were frequented.
Lushi Lane is the largest bookstore street in Bianjing, and it is outside Xiangguo Temple. There is a lot of traffic. It is very reasonable for brothels and brothels to appear here.
It can only be said that Zhang Fei is making a fuss and has never seen the world.
He has truly never seen this world.
Without these shacks and brothels, it would not be considered a high-end area. For example, there are no brothels in Pig Killing Lane because there are butchers there.
Since it is what the literati like, and if you want to serve the literati, you have to do what they like. As a result, all the famous geishas in the Northern Song Dynasty were talented, their literary talents were not weaker than those of men, and they were sought after by others. Many of them were like Xu Zhiqian.
All the ladies of the country also befriended these geishas.
This is why Xu Zhiqian walked in this land of fireworks without attracting too many sideways glances.
On the contrary, Zhang Fei felt a little embarrassed at first. Seeing that Xu Zhiqian was open-minded, he gradually relaxed and started to look around, exploring the way first to see which one was better in case of future needs.
Halfway through the journey, the scent of rouge gradually dissipated and was replaced by the tangy scent of ink.
Zhang Fei raised his eyes and looked around, but saw a lot of bookstores in front of him, including the four treasures of the study, guqin, calligraphy and painting, all of which were so dazzling that passers-by were overwhelmed.
I also saw many scholars, talented people, and literati walking through the shops and lingering over them.
"Look, if there's a sign with the word 'Zhuang' written on it, that's the store you're looking for."
Xu Zhiqian pointed forward.
This kind of bookstore is equivalent to a law firm, and its full name is "Zhuzhuangchao Bookstore".
Zhang Fei looked up, counted for a while, and said: "It seems that there are only seven or eight houses, not many!"
Xu Zhiqian said: "This is already a lot. Because shops like this are opened by tea-eaters. They have a very close relationship with the government, and they are more standardized than you Erbi people."
"Yeah?"
Zhang Fei asked: "What's the difference?"
Xu Zhiqian said: "Take the official documents approved by the government as an example. The official documents approved to you are only for you personally. But if you want to open this kind of bookstore, you must apply for another official document. This official document is
If a bookstore is approved, each bookstore must be recorded and must be reviewed by the government every three years.”
“I didn’t expect it to be so standardized.”
Zhang Fei nodded thoughtfully.
This is actually the difference between a law firm and a lawyer. A lawyer's license must be obtained, but having a lawyer's license does not mean that you can open a law firm. This must be subject to numerous government reviews, and it is not possible to open one just because you want to.
You must be qualified.
The same is true for tea cannibals, because tea cannibals are generally used as supplements to the government, and the status of tea cannibals can help the government omit a lot of work.
To understand the facts of the case, just look at the pleadings they wrote. There is no need to send people to investigate, because the tea eaters are responsible for the pleadings. If there is a problem with the pleadings, the tea eaters will also be implicated. The Erbi people
It's not necessary, so generally speaking, they don't dare to write randomly.
This can help the government save a lot of public funds. You must know that the current government's finances are in a mess, and they can save as much as they can.
Since the requirements are so strict, of course there will be less.
In this case, I still have to apply for an official document before I can open a law firm. Oh my god. Zhang Fei had a headache and asked: "Does this mean that people in Erbi must also go to this bookstore to find a living?"
Xu Zhiqian said: "Erbi people with outstanding abilities can go to these bookstores to work, but most of them are in the alleys over there."
As he spoke, he pointed to a small alley not far away. This small alley also has its own name, Erbi Hutong.
Zhang Fei glanced at the alley. It was so wide that only a small stall could be set up. It was impossible to open a shop. He said: "Actually, we Erbi people can also write petition papers and go to court to defend themselves. Why is there such a difference in status?"
big."
Xu Zhiqian explained: "The tea cannibals have a close relationship with the government. If they just write petitions, big families are more willing to find the tea cannibals. The people of Erbi need to go to court to defend themselves in order to make more money, which also makes the government not like it."
The people of Erbi, many of the people of Erbi still have to find people to write petitions and file lawsuits."
"I see!"
Zhang Fei nodded thoughtfully.
The tea-eaters help the government solve troubles, which of course the gentlemen like, but the Erbi people are there to add trouble to the government. If there are lawsuits, the government will have more officials. Of course, they don't like it very much.
This led to some cases where Erbi people needed to use the names of these big bookstores to knock on government doors in their names, and then initiate litigation.
Over time, many powerful Erbi people were directly recruited by these big bookstores.
It can be seen that these big bookstores are monopolistic.
While chatting, Zhang Fei and Xu Zhiqian came to the small alley. As expected, they saw more than ten stalls inside. Almost all the stall owners had a short pen stuck on the brim of their hat. However, the business did not seem to be doing well. Many stalls seemed to be doing well.
Everyone is dozing off.
"Brother, do you want to write a petition?"
A man from Erbi came forward and asked with enthusiasm.
Zhang Fei asked: "How much?"
The man from Na'erbi said: "It depends on what kind of lawsuit you are filing, little brother. If it is just an ordinary money dispute and the amount is not large, it will only require one hundred pence. If it is more expensive, you will need more money."
If you still need our help in going to court, it will cost you a pound or two."
According to the current market situation, a piece of paper in a bookstore costs about 180 yuan. Erbi people are relatively cheaper because they bear less responsibilities.
you get what you pay for.
Zhang Fei frowned and said, "That's all!"
Erbi people are very quick-thinking. When they heard Zhang Fei's words, they immediately became suspicious, "Brother, you're not here to write a petition, are you?"
Zhang Fei smiled and said: "We are colleagues, and I also plan to open a stall here."
The man who wrote the Erbi suddenly changed his expression and said: "Brother, as seniors, we want to advise you. You are still young. You should change your career as soon as possible. This industry is not easy to do! Look at them, they are all fighting.
Sleepy."
Zhang Fei said hoarsely: "Don't try to bully me. In our industry, we don't open for three years, and we only open for three years. Don't let us catch anyone."
"Three years?"
The man from Erbi rolled his eyes, didn't bother to pay attention to Zhang Fei, and turned back to the stall.
A piece of paper worth 100 yuan, you can show it to me after three years.
It's because you don't have the ability. Zhang Fei curled his lips in disdain, turned around, and said to Xu Zhiqian behind him, "Why don't you find a place to sit down first."
Xu Zhiqian said: "Don't you go to the bookstore to have a look?"
Zhang Fei shook his head.
I have to say that he was a little disappointed in his heart. Mr. Qian's status was not high, and the upper limit was still low. If he did his best, he would not even be able to catch the tail of the upper class.
Xu Zhiqian did not force it, and took Zhang Fei to Xiangguo Temple, and found a relatively secluded teahouse to sit down in.
"It seems you come here often?"
After sitting down, Zhang Fei asked casually.
Xu Zhiqian pretended not to hear and only said: "Have you decided whether to open a stall by yourself or go to a bookstore to practice first? If you plan to do it yourself, I can lend you some money to live on. If you plan to
Go to the bookstore and I can recommend it to you."
She did not forget the purpose of bringing Zhang Fei here.
"Thank you Madam Xu for your kindness." After saying that, Zhang Fei shook his head and said, "But I don't want to do whatever you say."
Xu Zhiqian frowned slightly: "You don't want to do it?"
Zhang Fei nodded and said: "If you are going to work in a bookstore, then you might as well agree to your father and go to Dali Temple with your father."
Xu Zhiqian was immediately surprised and said: "My father wants you to enter Dali Temple, and you refuse him?"
Zhang Fei hummed: "You should believe this. In fact, I don't want to live in your house forever."
Xu Zhiqian said to herself: "It seems that dad is too old to distinguish between a gentleman and a villain."
This woman really holds a grudge! Zhang Fei didn't care and said with a smile: "As for setting up a stall outside, it's not impossible, but you have also seen that with so many people staying there, this business is not easy to do. The wine is fragrant.
I’m also afraid of the deep alley.”
He wanted to start a business, but the reality was that the bookstore had a monopoly on everything. If he went it alone, he would have to appeal through the bookstore, which would be equivalent to being controlled by others. Opening a bookstore would be even more troublesome.
Xu Zhiqian glanced at him doubtfully, feeling a little confused.
A normal person would definitely choose to enter Dali Temple first, and then choose to enter a bookstore last. It was better for this person to choose neither, but he wanted to set up a stall in the alley.
"Ms. Xu."
Suddenly I heard someone shouting softly.
Zhang Fei turned his head and saw an aunt carrying a vegetable basket standing three steps away, tilting her head and looking at Xu Zhiqian.
"It's Aunt Cao."
Xu Zhiqian stood up immediately.
"You're really Mrs. Xu, I'm afraid I might have admitted the wrong person."
Seeing that she had recognized the wrong person, Aunt Cao hurried forward, took out two large melons from the basket, and handed them to Xu Zhiqian, "Ms. Xu, these melons grown by my family are very sweet."
"Really?" Xu Zhiqian asked with a smile, "I wonder how much this melon costs?"
Zhang Fei on the side saw Xu Zhiqian's smile as bright as a flower, and thought to herself, it turns out that this woman can smile. In other words, is she just targeting me?
Aunt Cao immediately became anxious: "How can I ask for Madam Xu's money? If Madam Xu hadn't taught us some laws, our melon fields would have been taken away by that Huang Yuanwai."
Xu Zhiqian smiled and nodded: "Okay, I'll accept it. Thank you, auntie."
The attendant immediately came forward and accepted the two melons.
"No thanks! No thanks!" Aunt Cao waved her hand and said, "In a while, our new wine will be brewed, and I will send some to Mrs. Xu then."
Xu Zhiqian smiled and nodded: "Zhiqian thanks you in advance."
"No thanks! No thanks!"
Aunt Cao waved her hands repeatedly, then glanced at Zhang Fei and said, "Okay, I'm going to sell melons first, so I won't disturb Mrs. Xu."
"Mom, walk slowly."
As soon as Aunt Cao walked away, Xu Zhiqian immediately winked at Qingmei.
Qingmei immediately chased after him.
Xu Zhiqian sat down and suddenly saw Zhang Fei staring at her, frowning and saying, "Why are you looking at me like that?"
"ah?"
Zhang Fei was startled, then smiled and said: "I just didn't expect that Mrs. Xu would often teach these villagers about the law."
Xu Zhiqian said: "Is this strange? My father used to teach them legal knowledge."
"Yeah?"
"Um."
Xu Zhiqian nodded: "They don't have the money to hire people like you from Erbi. If they can understand some laws, they can protect themselves in many situations."
It turned out that when she was a child, Xu Zun was on the rise and was often transferred to various places to serve as officials, and she always followed him. Xu Zun hated those big landowners who preyed on the common people, but the reality was that there were many things that he could do nothing about, so as long as he had
In his spare time, he would go to the countryside and personally teach the people the knowledge of law, so that they would know how to protect themselves and avoid being deceived.
Xu Zhiqian was influenced by what he saw and heard, and she also learned legal knowledge from Xu Zun. Later, when his father was unavailable, she went on his behalf.
This is why Xu Zun did not take Xu Zhiqian to Dengzhou this time. It was because Xu Zhiqian had reached the age of marriage, and Xu Zun felt that he could no longer take his daughter around. However, Xu Zhiqian was not idle, and insisted on explaining things to the surrounding people.
Legal knowledge.
After a while, Xu Zhiqian saw that this guy was silent, her eyes flashed sharply, and asked: "What bad idea are you planning again?"
"I'm fighting!"
Zhang Fei was suddenly startled, coughed, and asked: "Can you protect yourself in many situations? Madam Xu's words are a bit exaggerated, right?"
Xu Zhiqian sighed softly: "It's better than not knowing anything at all."
"Not much different?"
Zhang Fei shook his head with a smile and said, "May I ask Madam Xu, with whom do villagers like them usually have disputes?"
Xu Zhiqian said: "Mostly with those big landowners."
"Isn't this the end?"
Zhang Fei said: "I dare not say anything else, but I can say a few words about the law. Knowing some laws and being proficient in the laws are not the same thing. Those big landowners can hire people who are proficient in the laws.
By plundering more fields for them, your approach can only give them extremely limited protection, which is almost negligible."
Xu Zhiqian saw that he was speaking eloquently and belittling her own efforts, so she immediately snorted: "Then what do you think we can do to protect them?"
Zhang Fei smiled and said: "If there is a handsome, young and promising person from Erbi who is proficient in the law and has a sense of justice to protect them, wouldn't it be better than them learning the law themselves?"