In a small room of a certain restaurant, Qi Yu and Yin Jun were sitting.
There was a dining table before the two of them, and four light side dishes were placed on the table, which looked very frugal.
After having a few drinks, the two started chatting.
Qi Yu first talked about the family letter entrusted by Yin Jun, and then used the Spring and Autumn style to mention his experience in Yongchuan Mansion. Of course, he couldn't talk about the Jinshi and the memorial arch, mainly because he was afraid that Yin Jun would hear it.
My teeth felt sore after arriving.
There is a purpose for inviting him to dinner today, that is, I want him to give me some advice. If I show off and make him angry, wouldn't the money for the meal be wasted?
Therefore, after a few words, Qi Yu shifted the topic to his own livelihood.
It’s still the same: the way to make money.
Yin Jun is also a new outsider in Beijing and feels the same embarrassment in life, so neither of them will laugh at the other.
The chat gets to the point.
As for how to make money, Qi Yu first ruled out the idea of painting.
Yin Jun felt quite puzzled by this. What happened to the colorful paintings? Why can't they be used?
However, I saw that he was frowning, as if he had something to hide, so he didn't continue to ask further.
Qi Yu sighed quietly and said: "Baimianshou, besides painting, what else can you do?"
Yin Jun pursed his lips and nodded: "To tell you the truth, I really thought of a feasible way. I'm just afraid that you won't want to do it because of your face."
Qi Yu's face lit up and he smiled and said, "You have to decide, it's my business whether I do it or not."
Yin Jun was still worried and reminded: "We have agreed in advance that even if you are not happy, you are not allowed to curse others!"
Um?
From this tone, it is definitely not a good thing!
However, Qi Yu still nodded and agreed.
Yin Jun finally let go of his reserve and said mysteriously: "During the days I stayed in Beijing, I was not idle. Whenever I found time, I would wander around. The purpose was also to find ways to make money. Don't tell me, it's really
Jean found some."
"Well, keep talking."
"Actually, there are a lot of scholars in the capital, accounting for about 90% of the scholars. However, we rarely see them on weekdays. Do you know why?" Yin Jun laughed and said
Suspense was raised.
Qi Yu was very impatient about this: "If I knew, would I ask you? Stop talking nonsense and tell me quickly!"
Yin Jun was stunned and could only murmur: "There are so many talented people in the capital. Every gentleman who works in a restaurant has to be promoted by others. As a result, the scholars with lower status cannot find something decent to do."
However, they also have their own way of survival, such as drawing some picture books and so on, and the income is still considerable."
Comics?
Qi Yu nodded suddenly: "Please explain in detail."
Yin Jun hummed and continued: "The process is like this. They draw the manuscript first, then go to find a literary publisher willing to pay for it, and finally the literary publisher prints and sells it. It is said that the income from this
It is still very objective, no less than Mr. Siguan. As for the themes of the painting books, those like "Erotic Palace Pictures" and "Happy Buddha" are the most popular ones."
oh……
I understand, Xiao Huang Hua!
However, he is a dignified Dingjia Tanhua, and now he is an official of the imperial court. If word spread, wouldn't he be reduced to a laughing stock among those in the circle?
Qi Yu shook his head worriedly.
Yin Jun glanced sideways: Are you a fool? You don't know how to use a pen name?
Qi Yuhui glared: What should I do if my vest is taken off?
The two of them talked about this for a while, but still couldn't come to a conclusion.
Let’s drop this matter for now and change the topic.
Immediately, Qi Yu talked about his entry into the Taipu Temple. Yin Jun could not analyze this, and finally had to make a hasty conclusion: the Holy Will is unpredictable!
During the dinner, Yin Jun revealed an exciting news, saying that the wolf-toothed sword built by the Ministry of Industry was showing great power on the front line. The soldiers were even more powerful after being equipped with this sharp weapon, and they achieved two major victories in a row, killing the enemy.
More than ten thousand people.
Ah!
What a well-deserved victory!
Speaking of fighting against the Japanese, Qi Yu couldn't help but think of his old friend Qi Jinglai. He hadn't seen each other for more than two years and wondered how he was doing now.
Yin Jun also said that not long ago, the emperor had ordered the Ministry of Rites to go south to reward the army again, and he expected to come back before the end of the year. By then, more information about the anti-Japanese war would be available.
After chatting for a few more words, the two said goodbye to each other and left.
…
Early the next morning, Qi Yu had breakfast neatly, said hello to his family, and then walked out of the house.
He was so excited, what was he doing?
The answer is: do some research.
Just last night, he thought hard all night, pondered over and over again, and finally agreed with Yin Jun's suggestion.
That is: draw a small yellow picture.
At the very least, it works in reality.
Regardless of whether you end up doing it yourself or not, it never hurts to learn a little bit first.
There is still half a month left before taking office, and we must make full use of it. Instead of staying at home and meditating, it is better to go out and see more.
First of all, we must first understand the overall situation of the current printing industry.
This is not difficult to find out and can be easily learned.
The current Dafeng Dynasty is in its prosperous age, and the printing industry is very developed. Whether it is official or private, it can be found everywhere.
Therefore, it has led to the improvement of related industrial chains. For example: the improvement of the pine smoke (traditional ink) process, the more popularization of movable type printing, the substantial expansion of the paper industry, etc.
You know, the rhythm of life in prosperous times and troubled times is completely different.
In troubled times, three meals and half a bucket of rice a day is all the pursuit of life; but people in prosperous times are different. In addition to eating and drinking, they also need some spiritual food.
Therefore, there is a small industry of picture books.
In a sense, this is also a phenomenon of cultural renaissance, and it is something unique to the prosperous times.
Of course, the official departments can't look for it, and they won't print those colored brochures. In this case, we can only look for private literary societies.
There are many literary agencies where you can consult and choose.
Qi Yu asked several companies, and the answers he got were generally similar to what Yin Jun said.
That is: if you want to make money, you must take the 'popular' route.
Alas!
I think I, Qi Yu, am just looking for flowers. Is it possible that I really want to paint the "Erotic Palace"?
Calm down, don't be impatient, and ask someone else.
If you still can't find any other way out, it seems like you have no choice but to accept your fate.
So, Qi Yu continued to walk forward.
When I looked up, I saw a literary society not far away, which seemed to be quite large. Looking closer, I saw the banner on the door said: Xiong's Literary Society.
It is not difficult to guess that the owner of this literary agency is named Xiong.
Well, I'll go to this place again and ask.
After entering the door, I saw two burly men standing in the ajar accounting room. One of them held his head high and looked a little serious; while the other bent down and lowered his head, looking more humble.
The waiter introduced that these two are the bosses of their family. The one with a majestic appearance is called Xiong Wen, nicknamed Xiong Da; while the one with bowed head is called Xiong Wu, nicknamed Xiong Er.
Also, Xiong Da is responsible for negotiating sales, and also serves as editor, that is, editor.
Qi Yu patted the waiter on the shoulder and said kindly: "I'm just here to discuss business."
