Narrow streets, crowded houses, dilapidated huts, rotten thatched roofs, roads with sewage flowing across them...
Animal feces and human urine can be seen everywhere, and the air is filled with a disgusting smell.
On Zhongzhongfang Street, there are businesses, houses, children playing around, and the smell of fireworks. Passers-by are in a hurry and rarely stop. There are beggars begging in the corners, and there are even wandering orioles soliciting customers in front of some low-rise houses.
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Liu Yang just stood on the street, his expression slightly gloomy, his face very ugly, and even a little at a loss. Looking around, what he saw was that there was no scene of prosperity, poverty, chaos, and filth.
Presented in front of him in the most intuitive way.
This kind of scene, I have to say, made Liu Yang feel a little panicked and very uncomfortable. In the prosperous age of Kaibao, he always had the impression that the rivers were clear and the sea was prosperous, and the country was rich and powerful, but it was precisely in the capital city.
In China, at the feet of the emperor, there is also this place where poverty intersects.
When Kaifeng was newly built, it was so majestic and glorious. As one of the most majestic cities in the world, Kaifeng has always been a symbol of the prosperity of the country and the prosperity of the people. The whole court was proud of it, which was what Liu Yang felt.
, and always have a sense of pride.
However, the situation in Le'anfang caused the camouflage that exuded the glory of the great man to be ruthlessly torn to pieces, bloodyly exposing the true side that had been ignored or unwilling to face, and its profound
The pain goes straight to the bone.
The problems of the Han Dynasty were not limited to chaos and civil unrest in the northwest. What made Liu Yang a little angry was that no one had ever reported these situations to him.
He has been in power for many years and considers himself diligent. Under the influence of Emperor Liu, he has always paid attention to people's livelihood. But now it seems that it is still too little and his vision is still too narrow. Even under the emperor's feet, there is still such an ugly side. Why
On the big world.
In the court, it is not purely about reporting good news rather than bad news. However, most of them are focused on "national affairs". In fact, not many people and energy are devoted to the sufferings of the common people.
No matter how high-pitched the tune is, no matter how correct the politics, the concern for the common people is ultimately limited. You can see the whole thing at a glance. Even if this is the case in Tokyo, there is really no need to be too optimistic about other places.
"Daddy!"
His sleeves and legs were pulled, and Liu Yang came back to his senses. He lowered his head and saw that Liu Wenji was covering his nose and looking at himself. It was obvious that he could not bear the unpleasant smell lingering on the tip of his nose. Obviously, for Liu Wenji, this situation was
Never encountered it before.
"Put your hands down!" For some reason, Liu Yang felt a little angry in his heart and scolded.
Liu Wenji was startled, and felt that his father was a little scary at this time. He quickly put down his hand and did not dare to say anything. Seeing this, Liu Yang took a deep breath and said with some seriousness: "You smell the fragrance of nectar in the house.
Naturally, you can't stand these filthy smells. But you have to smell these smells. You only feel uncomfortable for a while, and the endurance will pass. But the people living on the streets in this place have to endure it for many years."
Naturally, Liu Wenji didn't quite understand what Liu Yang said, but seeing his father speaking seriously, he nodded obediently. Next, Liu Yang held his hand and followed him silently, even though the smell lingered and stained his shoes and robes.
Even if it gets dirty, there will be no complaints.
After crossing the street and walking around the shop a few times, Liu Yang finally stopped and stood in front of a private house. The smoke was rising, and the aroma of rice slightly diluted the odor in the air. Through the open door,
You can see the crowded layout inside, with a lot of people, but most of the people moving around are the old, weak, women, children, and strong men, most of whom have gone out to make money and make a living.
Just as I was about to start walking, I went in to visit and observe the sentiment of the people, when I heard a movement at the corner of the street. Looking from a distance, it was a fight. To be precise, it was three people beating a young man, punching and kicking him.
The kicks were very severe, and the abuse was constant. The person who was beaten, apart from letting out a few screams and wails, just held his head and shrank down, enduring the bullying.
Following his father, Liu Wenji was not immune to the attraction of the movement. He looked around curiously to see the situation clearly, and subconsciously shrank behind Liu Yang. Liu Yang gently touched Liu Wenji's head to comfort him, his expression remained serious. Regarding this
There was not much anger about the situation anymore, just watching calmly.
On both sides of the streets, many residents poked their heads out, but they just looked around, and no one stood up to stop them. This kind of brawling and bullying by scoundrels seems to have become a normal thing for a long time. The common people have their own way of survival, and it has nothing to do with them.
, unbearable trouble, and will never be easily provoked.
The guards around him had surrounded him early. Wang Yue had already noticed the prince's corrupt mood, and finally said: "Your Highness, there is a mixed bag of fish and dragons here. To avoid any unexpected events, let's leave for the time being. I will send someone to solve the matter!"
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"Solve it?" Hearing this, Liu Yang immediately asked: "How are you going to solve it? Can you save that person and the whole community?"
"This is a village owned by the Han Dynasty and under the jurisdiction of Kaifeng Mansion?"
Obviously, Liu Yang is asking and reflecting on himself.
However, Liu Yang was a kind-hearted person after all and did not remain immersed in sadness. Seeing that those people still refused to give up and were still fighting each other with fists and kicks, he sent guards to stop them.
Before the trip could be completed, a few more people appeared, dressed in black uniforms, and they were policemen patrolling the streets. The leader was a rough-looking man, who had obviously come after hearing the sound.
The officer's response was very straightforward and he didn't stop. Several people rushed up and beat the three attackers, followed by a severe beating, not only with fists and feet, but also with the saber in their hands and the scabbard.
He dared to use his position and greeted those three people fiercely.
More shrill screams resounded in the streets and alleys. It wasn't until they were tired of beating that the leading police officer stepped on one of them, panting, and said viciously: "Why are you making trouble and beating people?"
The black skin on the body is a symbol of power and is extremely intimidating. He did not dare to look at the guard and said fearfully: "This boy will not repay his debts."
Hearing this, the officer immediately rushed to the person who was beaten first and said, "Why don't you pay back the money?"
The man's nose was bruised and his face was swollen, and his breath was very weak, but he did not dare not answer and whispered: "Young man has no money!"
The officer gave the leading scoundrel a rough kick and said coldly: "You don't care about the government's rules? I told you a long time ago not to cause trouble. You want to go to prison."
, or do you want to be incarcerated in a prison camp?"
"I don't dare, I don't dare!" After hearing this, the leading rogue shook his head and begged for mercy.
Seeing this, the officer moved his foot away from his chest and said coldly: "I don't care what grudges you have. But I'm warning you again, please stay calm and don't ask for trouble!"
"Yes Yes!"
"Have you seen enough excitement? Get out of here!" After looking around, the officer scolded the surroundings, and quickly retracted his protruding head as if he received an electric shock, and closed the door.
After giving him a lesson and demonstrating his prestige, the officer seemed satisfied. He greeted his subordinates and walked away slowly. Several of his subordinates even loosened their wrists, as if they were not satisfied with the beating.
The scoundrels got up in embarrassment. Even though the pain was unbearable, they did not forget to put on a humble posture and send them off respectfully. After the officer walked away, the leader kicked him hard again and still lay on the ground.
The "debtor" kicked him: "It's you who caused me to get beaten! Take him away!"
The two subordinates gave each other a kick and lifted him up. The four figures quickly disappeared at the corner of the street.
Liu Yang stood in the distance and had a panoramic view of what was going on. When the streets and alleys were empty, he still stood there, not understanding anything. His followers all lowered their heads subconsciously and did not dare to say anything.
Liu Yang was not an irritable person, but at this moment, his chest was filled with anger. For a long time, he asked Wang Yue: "Is this Anminfang?"
"Your Highness, that's right!" Wang Yue replied, almost shrinking his neck.