Most of the passers-by are poorly dressed and have sallow complexions and thin skin.
Songyicheng is relatively stable, but most of the civilians are not rich and can only live hand to mouth.
Lin Zheyu was wearing a clean robe, which seemed a bit out of place here.
As evening approaches, many people have returned from work.
Lin Zheyu could see pedestrians in twos and threes, and they looked at Lin Zheyu a little strangely.
"I've been observing this guy for a few days, and his complexion is getting better and better. I'm afraid he may not have earned any benefits in the city."
Not far away, a man as thin as a monkey said to his companion.
A group of four of them sat on the stones on the side of the road, boasting and farting, while observing the pedestrians passing by.
"I know that he is a refugee who came here a while ago. He is a scholar, so he is allowed to work in the city."
"I heard that this boy came from a wealthy family in Jiunancheng. Unfortunately, Jiannancheng was occupied by rebels and became a refugee."
"How much money can a refugee have? I just went into his rented place a few days ago and touched it. There was nothing. It was robbed all on the road."
Another companion curled his lips and said.
For this kind of guy who has no companions and is alone, they are often very courageous.
Anyway, as long as no one is killed, the government generally doesn’t pursue it very seriously.
Even if someone loses his life, if no one stands up for you, maybe no one will know about it, and you will die quietly.
"Hey, bad luck."
From a distance, Lin Zheyu saw the four people and secretly said something bad.
These guys are the ruffians in this area. They have nothing to do all day long and do nothing but sneak around and bully the weak.
Lin Zheyu changed lanes far away and avoided them.
My small body cannot withstand the torment.
"Yo ho!"
"That kid has a guilty conscience and is hiding from us. He might have something good with him!"
When several people saw this, their eyes lit up.
"Let's go over and have a look."
The biggest man said.
His name is Gao Yu, he is 1.83 meters tall and twice as big as Lin Zheyu.
They like to bully cowards like this who are afraid and have no one to support them.
"Stop, kid, why are you hiding?" Gao Yu shouted to Lin Zheyu from a distance.
Lin Zheyu had no choice but to stop and even hide and walk?
"I see that you are always going to the city these days. Do you have any good opportunities? Please help our brother."
Gao Yu said with a smile.
A pair of eyes scanned Lin Zheyu's body.
"How can such a good thing happen?"
"You also know that it's hard to find a job nowadays. I originally wanted to learn some knowledge and make a living as a storyteller in the city. However, my academic skills are not good and I am extremely lonely."
Lin Zheyu smiled bitterly.
"You're the only one who still tells books?"
"Hahaha!"
Several people couldn't help laughing.
The thin monkey kept looking at Lin Zheyu, and then grabbed the bag in Lin Zheyu's hand.
"Zizhi, it seems that I still made some money, and I am willing to buy meat."
The skinny monkey said with a smile.
The meat is not big, just a small piece, alternately fat and thin.
"I've been feeling weak recently, so I gritted my teeth and bought such a small piece of meat. It's already my entire wealth."
Lin Zheyu took out his empty pocket and said.
After his experience of being robbed last time, he divided his money into several parts and hid them in hidden places along the way.
There are three cunning rabbit caves, even if one of them is found, there are still silver coins hidden in other places.
Several people looked at the thin Lin Zheyu and felt that he did not look like he was rich.
"Okay, let's go. Next time you see us, come over and say hello, you know?" Gao Yu waved his hand and said.
"Yes, I understand."
Lin Zheyu said, not mentioning the meat.
The situation is stronger than that of others, and since he has no relatives or companions, he will be beaten in vain.
"Huh..."
Lin Zheyu took a long breath and swallowed the depression in his heart.
The king of hell is easy to meet, but the devil is difficult to deal with.
When the situation is unfavorable, obscene development is the last word.
"Get up tomorrow morning and move. The rent in the city is a bit expensive, but the advantage is that the public security is better than here."
Lin Zheyu thought.
The order in the inner city is much better than that in the slums in the outer city. There are large and small gangs, and government officials maintain order.
Those local ruffians don't dare to mess around. If they are caught, they will easily be beaten.
Back home.
Lin Zheyu made a growling sound from his stomach.
The meat and vegetables tonight were robbed, so we could only drink gruel.
……
Asking the aunt next door for some pickles, Lin Zheyu drank five large bowls of porridge.
Now is the time to recover and maintain adequate nutrition.
The next day, Lin Zheyu got up early.
I explained the situation to the head of the household and left with the small parcel. He didn’t have much to pack.
"It's early, Manager Wu!"
Lin Zheyu came to Bidan Tea House.
It was early in the morning and the teahouse was very quiet.
"Hey, why did you come so early today?" Wu Yinghe asked curiously.
"Well, I'm planning to move to another place to live. The outer city is too chaotic, and living in Baishan Street is too uncomfortable."
Lin Zheyu pointed to the package and asked, "Does Manager Wu have any recommendations?"
"The Baishan neighborhood is really not suitable for living."
Manager Wu nodded, pondered for a moment and said, "I know a few people from Ya, and some of them are responsible for renting out houses, and the price is cheap."
"Then I'll trouble you, Manager Wu." Lin Zheyu said with a smile.
"Why are we so polite?"
Manager Wu said with a smile.
Lin Zheyu is now his God of Wealth.
He gave the order and personally took Lin Zheyu to look for a house.
With the help of Manager Wu, Lin Zheyu moved to a cleaner place, three streets away from Baiwei Street.
This is a small courtyard. It costs 500 yuan a month, which is quite affordable.
If it's a one-room cabin, it's even cheaper, only 200 cents.
The courtyard is relatively remote, with not many homes around it.
But this is exactly what he wanted.
He will definitely want to practice martial arts in the future, so the location is more remote so as not to disturb the people.
Baiwei Street.
Qingsu Building, Manager Wu is the host.
Qingsulou is a well-known restaurant on Baiwei Street. Not only is the price affordable, but the taste is also great.
Originally, Lin Zheyu planned to treat Manager Wu to a meal as a thank you, but Manager Wu refused to let him go, and ended up being his host.
"Does Mr. Xiao still plan to obtain fame in the future?"
Manager Wu asked, looking at him closely.
This young gentleman is the God of Wealth of the teahouse. Whether the teahouse can continue to prosper in the future depends on him.
If Lin Zheyu really intends to continue to obtain fame, he will not be able to tell stories in their teahouse.
"No."
"With my current situation, it is not easy to get recommendations again and get the qualification to take the exam."
"And it's too difficult to get the honors."
Lin Zheyu shook his head and said.
After arriving in Songyicheng, he applied for a new temporary identity card and obtained a temporary unified household registration.
With this kind of temporary unified household registration, it is very troublesome to get the qualifications to take the imperial examination. You need to find the clan that accepts it, get your student status again, or get the appreciation of a big shot.
Phew...
Manager Wu was secretly relieved.
"The little gentleman tells such wonderful stories, I believe he will become a well-known storyteller in Songyicheng within a few years."
Manager Wu complimented.
"Thank you for your good words!"
Lin Zheyu smiled.
The two chatted while eating. After eating a few mouthfuls of food to fill their stomachs, Lin Zheyu asked about business.
"Does Manager Wu know any masters who teach martial arts?"
"Do you want to practice martial arts, young gentleman?" Manager Wu was surprised.
"Well, I want to learn some martial arts."
"You also know that I am wandering alone in Songyicheng without any relatives around me, so it is easy for me to be bullied by some gangsters."
"I was thinking that it would be better to learn some martial arts." Lin Zheyu said.
"Indeed."
Manager Wu nodded in agreement upon hearing this.
The legal system in this world is not as perfect as it was in the previous life, the role of the government is not strong, and many matters among the people are handled by the gentry and clans themselves.
People like Lin Zheyu who are alone and have no relatives behind them often can only be bullied.
"If you want to learn martial arts, I know someone who you have met before."