The happy life of a prodigal

Fang Xiu was slightly taken aback. He was a little puzzled by Emperor Chu's words, but he still replied obediently: "The minister...is sleeping."

Emperor Chu: "..."

This kid was a little too honest.

It's nothing more than laziness, and I said it so aboveboard, I'm afraid I don't know the same.

"Cough cough..."

Knowing that this kid has made great contributions to the court, the Emperor of Chu had no choice but to pretend not to see it, and asked, "Apart from that, what else do you do?"

This time, Fang Xiu was really confused.

Feelings, you called me from Habayashi Guard to the Nuan Pavilion, and made me wait for three or four hours, just to say a few words?

This emperor...is probably a fool.

Although I thought so in my heart, I still looked heartless on the surface, and replied: "Occasionally I read some books."

reading?

When Emperor Chu heard this, he was a little surprised.

This kid actually knows how to read?

He couldn't help being interested, curious in his heart, what book could attract this kid's attention.

So he asked: "What book, tell me about it."

Fang Xiu rubbed his nose and said, "The Romance of the West Chamber, "Nie Xiaoqian", and another one called "The Legend of the Condor Heroes."

Emperor Chu had never heard of "Nie Xiaoqian" and "The Legend of the Condor Heroes".

This "Romance of the West Chamber" always feels a little familiar, as if I have heard it somewhere.

After thinking about it carefully, it seems that Concubine Shu has a book called "The Story of the West Chamber", which is quite popular with all the concubines in the harem.

Originally thought that this kid would change his sex and read some useful books, but he didn't expect that there were only idle books.

Needless to say, "The Romance of the West Chamber" is a reading material for women's entertainment.

He is a man who lives in Habayashi Wei Zuo Zhonglang, and he actually reads books that women read. It's really... shameful.

The other two books, as you can tell by their names, are not good books either.

Not surprisingly, it must be the same as "The Romance of the West Chamber", it is a story about leisurely love.

Although Fang Xiu is a little lazy and straightforward, he still has great talent.

This point has been fully reflected in the article he wrote when he was proofreading.

Now, this letterhead says a bit too.

Among the sixteen guards of the pro-army, there have been countless Zuo Zhonglang generals.

Only Fang Xiu discovered the secret of this armory, and delivered it to Zhen without fear of difficulties and obstacles.

This courage, this courage, this enthusiasm for sharing the worries of the king and seeking benefits for the people of the world are obvious.

Thinking of this, Emperor Chu couldn't help softening his gaze towards Fang Xiu.

But he still said: "It's good to read this kind of idle story book once in a while to relieve boredom. Don't indulge in it and confuse your mind."

What is confusing the mind.

Not to mention "Nie Xiaoqian" and "The Legend of the Condor Heroes", which were sought after by countless people in later generations.

Just talk about "The West Chamber".

Negating the traditional way of marriage in feudal society, always pursuing sincere feelings.

It expresses progressive views against feudal ethics, feudal marriage system, and feudal hierarchy, and encourages young men and women to fight for freedom of love and autonomy in marriage.

But a drama with epoch-making significance.

It has had extensive and far-reaching influence in the history of ancient literature and is highly appreciated by people.

How did it turn into a gossip book that confuses the mind when it comes into his mouth?

Although I thought so in my heart, I didn't dare to have any reaction on the surface.

He just responded softly: "Your Majesty said so."

Seeing his nonchalant appearance, Emperor Chu immediately knew that his words might be ignored.

Shaking his head, he said: "Besides that, as Habayashi Guard Zuo Zhonglang General, you have an important position, and you cannot sleep in the tent all day long.

Drilling soldiers, checking armaments, and inspecting city defenses are all your responsibilities. You must not be a vegetarian, as I have failed my high hopes for you. "

If other people heard this, they would be moved to tears in an instant, kneeling on the ground to thank the Holy Grace.

Your Majesty's high hopes... What a gift, what a blessing!

But Fang Xiu listened, but didn't feel anything special.

The reaction was very uncomfortable.

Who wants your high hopes.

I live a good life at home, drinking wine and listening to music every day, the life can't be more comfortable.

With your will, you dragged Lao Tzu to this army, what kind of shit Habayashi Wei Zuo Zhonglang is doing.

No liberty, no money, not even a bed to sleep on...not at all.

I still say this now, as if I want Lao Tzu to be grateful to you, ah!

Fang Xiu showed a pitiful expression on his face, raised his eyes, looked at Emperor Chu, and said only one sentence: "I have a brain disease."

Just four short words, but Chu Huang was stunned, and there was no words for a long time.

This kid is really...

Chu Huang felt that if he stayed with him for a while longer, he might be pissed off.

He was very helpless in his heart, but his face was still expressionless, he waved his hand and said, "I'm tired, you can go down."

This......

Fang Xiu looked at Emperor Chu, feeling a little dazed again.

That lets itself go.

Are feelings really just a few pleasantries?

Seeing that the Emperor Chu didn't seem to have any other orders, Fang Xiu got up from his chair, saluted, and said, "Mr....resign."

After speaking, he walked out of the warm pavilion.

Looking at the sky that had already darkened, Fang gave up wanting to curse.

This dog emperor... Is it okay to play with me?

At this time, a little eunuch was walking on the quiet path leading to the Hall of Mental Cultivation with a pot of warm tea in his hand.

Fang Xiu looked subconsciously.

It turned out to be the bastard who cheated him of his money before.

There was nowhere to vent his anger, and he happened to catch someone to vent his anger.

Fang Xiu walked up to the little eunuch, and said in a very calm tone: "This father-in-law, don't you know that you still recognize me?"

The little eunuch looked up at Fang Xiu with a puzzled look on his face.

Who is this person?

Why does it always feel a little familiar.

After a while, he suddenly reacted.

This is not before...

not good!

Just now when this thought came to his mind, the little eunuch saw a fist magnified rapidly in his eyes, and the next moment it landed on his face.

Outside the silent Hall of Mental Cultivation, there was a shrill scream in vain...

Chapter 83 Checkbox

It's time to rest again.

Fang Xiu did not bask in the sun in the yard as usual, but brought Bai Xiaochun to Goulan in the south of the city.

Chunfenglou and Zhuxuanzhai have gradually developed and grown, and they can be said to be the leaders of restaurants and bookstores in the south of the city.

Even in the entire capital, it is already considered well-known.

Especially in Zhuxuanzhai, the "Romance of the West Chamber" published in it has been exported to other states.

Many people entrust friends in Beijing and China, hoping to buy books for them.

During this period of time, Fang Xiu made a lot of money, and the 2 taels of silver he originally borrowed from Baolefang had already been paid off, and the daily profit was unknown.

Therefore, taking advantage of rest, prepare to open up some new business fields.

After all, no one would think too much of money.

After thinking for a long time, Fang Xiu finally set his sights on the hook.

In this era of extremely scarce entertainment, Goulan is the only place to have fun.

In a way, Goulan is the only place where ordinary people can have fun.

The rest, such as brothels and painted boats, are all gold-selling caves, and it is impossible for people who are not very rich and powerful to enter on weekdays.

Even dignitaries can only go there twice occasionally.

After all, the expenses inside are really astonishing.

Walking into the Goulan in the south of the city, you can see that there is a lot of space inside, and most of them are temporary sheds, which are very simple.

Singing, dancing, playing music, everything is available.

There are many simple benches and tables under the stage, and there are no empty seats on it, most of them are men in common clothes, and a few middle-aged women can be seen sporadically, sitting with their children to watch the play.

From time to time, some applause came out, and the whole Goulan was very lively.

Where Fang Xiu was sitting, on the stage was a storyteller with gray hair and a hoarse voice, but he couldn't resist the audience's love and admiration for him.

The storyteller was talking about "Nie Xiaoqian", and everyone in the audience, including the boy serving tea and water, was engrossed in the world of the book.

"The last book said that Ning Caichen, a scholar rushing for an exam, entered a deserted ancient temple at night, wanting to stay overnight, but in the middle of the night, a very beautiful woman knocked on the door of the house... .”

The old man's voice was up and down, and he made gestures from time to time.

All of a sudden, everyone's attention was attracted by his story.

Fang Xiu, who was sitting on the chair, had an uneasy expression on his face.

In this day and age, there is no sense of copyright.

Any book, as long as the storyteller wants it, can be used as a storyteller everywhere.

The laws of Chu State did not prohibit them from doing so, but...

Fang Xiu frowned slightly, and asked, "Who is the master behind this fence?"

Bai Xiaochun was also immersed in the story of "Nie Xiaoqian" at the moment, when he heard the young master's question, he was startled at first, and then hurriedly replied: "There is no owner behind this fence, it was built by some storytellers and actors, and the money they got , to be shared equally by everyone, including the boy serving tea and water..."

Speaking of this, he paused, and continued: "However, young master, although it is divided equally, these people's daily profits are also high and low.

It only costs ten fen to enter the Goulan, even for these opera singers, it is not much, they can barely eat and clothe themselves, and if they want to support their families, they still have to rely on rewards..."

As soon as Bai Xiaochun finished speaking, the storyteller on the stage said something wonderful, and the audience burst into warm applause.

Immediately, many people took out copper coins from their pockets and threw them on the stage.

There are more or less copper plates, and most of them do not exceed ten coins.

But if you get together, you can get more. There are so many people who have heard this storyteller talk about "Nie Xiaoqian", and if you gather together, there will be a lot of rewards.

Fang Xiu looked at those copper plates and felt a pain in his heart.

These... are all my money!