One Curtain Wind Moon Nine Heavens

Chapter 162
Before going out, Yuan Zhao went to the main hall of the front yard to take a look at the sundial, and it was just after Xu time.According to the clock in the dream, it was just after seven o'clock in the evening, which was very early.

The sundial was sent by Yan Shaofu, the father of the third sister-in-law Yan.

This sundial has been ready for a year, but due to lack of skill, it is only used in the imperial palace and the residences of important officials of the imperial court.Later, the Prince's Mansion was established, and then it was the turn of the Dingyuan Hou Mansion. This was the idea of ​​the Hou Mansion father and daughter, and it should be rewarded.

She also has one on Dantai Mountain, which is still different from the clock in her dream, but it is indeed much more convenient than before.

Walking out of the gate of the Hou Mansion, the main road of Zhengyang Lane is winding and flat, and there are many houses.

A crescent moon hangs high in the sky, under the clear light, the cornices of the pavilions on both sides of the road look so old and lonely.In addition to the Hou's Mansion, there are not only houses where merchants live nearby, but also some small officials who choose to make their homes here.

There are not a few people like the fifth sister-in-law You Changgeng.

Although it is not as opulent as Changning Street, the environment is quiet and peaceful.

The road was not too dark, and there were lanterns hanging in front of the mansions. It wasn't particularly bright, but at least they could see the surrounding environment clearly.

Even so, if a woman walks alone at night, there must be dangers that follow her everywhere.

In the past, Zhengyang Lane was heavily guarded, but now every intersection is unobstructed.

Businessmen value profits, and are used to sweeping the snow in front of their doors, allowing outsiders to come and go in and out of the whole street at will.The character flow is complicated, and he is patronized by the gentleman on Liang from time to time.

It can be said that, except for Dingyuan Hou's Mansion, most of the mansions in Zhengyang Lane have been patronized by thieves.

But the thieves didn't dare to provoke the Hou Mansion, because it was not just as simple as being heavily guarded.Over the years, thieves have died one by one, and a pair of thieves.Like a drop of water falling into the sea, it was instantly swallowed up and disappeared without a trace.

……

Speaking of Yuan Zhao, she and Luo Yan hadn't walked out of Zhengyang Lane, but the servant Jin Shui had already chased after her in a carriage.

As soon as I asked, I found out that the second brother complained and complained. I knew that my sister had never visited Mushi, and I was afraid that she would not be able to find the way, so I found the young man from Huatongyuan.Luo Yan is a bodyguard, and has always been inseparable from the princess, so naturally he has never visited the capital.

As for the servant Dongtang, he has more knowledge than Luo Yan, but he is definitely not as familiar with Jin Shui's familiarity with the streets of the capital.In addition, Jin Shui and Dongtang often walk around the capital, and they are well known as the servants of Princess Anping.

Even if she appears beside the princess tonight, it won't hurt.

"Zhengyang Lane is where the residences are concentrated. It is quiet on weekdays, and it is more lively during the festive season. The carriages of each household come and go, and the women who usually don't go out also show their faces. How can it be as quiet as it is now?" Jin Shui slightly regretted .

It was rare for the princess to stay in the capital and go out for a trip, only to see the deserted side of Zhengyang Lane, which was disappointing.

"Isn't Qixi Festival coming soon? It should be very lively then." Luo Yan looked forward to it.

"That's for sure. Three days before and after Qixi Festival, let's not talk about it outside. Our alley is full of traffic." Jin Shui talked eloquently, pointing to the closed gates of the mansions on the side of the road, "Every door is open. , and wait for my sons and daughters to return..."

At that time, Zhengyang Lane was full of popularity and vitality.Unlike before my eyes, the huge street was as deserted as a ghost alley.

"Here, the family surnamed Lin is a big merchant in Moyang County. Their son-in-law's brother-in-law is related to the officials of Taiyue Mansion. I heard that he has met His Royal Highness and received a reward..." The information of each household is in Jin Shui's eloquent narration gradually unfolded before Yuan Zhao's eyes.

Every family living in Zhengyang Lane was thoroughly investigated by the Hou Mansion, and it was clear what their ancestors did for several generations.

In the past, Yuan Zhao had only read the materials and had a vague impression.

Now, in the process of field investigation, coupled with Jin Shui's vivid explanations, the family graphs gradually took shape in her mind and became very clear.

Who is irrelevant, who was sent by the royal family to monitor the Hou Mansion, it is clear at a glance.

Before they knew it, the three of them finally left Zhengyang Lane. The street outside was brightly lit and full of people and cars.Just standing at the intersection can already feel how warm the atmosphere outside is, and it seems like two worlds from the cold and quiet Zhengyang Lane.

At the intersection, Yuan Zhao raised his face and looked up. The sky above the street was filled with colorful lanterns of different shapes.The shops on both sides of the road kept shouting, and there were many pedestrians, and there were all kinds of banners hanging at the door of the shops, fluttering in the wind.

The bustling atmosphere of fireworks in the world must be like this.

"I thought the streets would be quieter than usual for years of war, but I didn't expect it to be so lively." Luo Yan was deeply moved.

"The flames of war are spreading across the border. How do ordinary people in Beijing know the hardships of the border people?" Jin Shui also sighed, "Even if they know, it has nothing to do with them until they reach the capital. Working hard to support their families is the business."

In fact, before the flames of war approached the first pass of Wuchu, a small number of people in the southwest were frightened and left their homes and fled.

Flee to Fengjing, the safest place in Wuchu.

Most of the people are left unaware of why, and they stay in their hometowns to farm in a daze, and live as before.The people who escaped managed to stay in the capital to buy mansions in a low-key manner, or do some small business to survive.

No matter how difficult it is in Beijing, you have to wait until the war subsides before returning home.

Therefore, the twilight market in central Beijing is not only not cold, but more bustling and bustling than before.There are more styles of gadgets on the market, and there are all kinds of fresh and rare snacks.

The more foreigners there are, the more likely troubles will occur in Beijing.

Beijing officials are well aware of these situations, not only do not have a curfew, but try their best to maintain the normal operation of Mushi.Because the current merchants in Beijing are large and small merchants from all over the country, the treasury is empty, and they are short of money.

Of course, merchants are not fools. They knew the court's intentions but dared not resist.It's just money, and if you earn it, you will have it; but you only have one life, and if you lose it, you will lose it.

The above information is what Yuan Zhao gained from coming out tonight.

Led by Jinshui, he drove the carriage to the most prosperous part of the capital, found a magnificent three-story wine shop and sat down, listening to the merchants at the next table shaking their heads with a wry smile.

"Although the tax is heavy, fortunately those sons of the rich and powerful in Beijing are bold and generous, so we won't lose everything." Merchant A said happily in bitterness.

"That's true, the luckiest of misfortunes." Merchant B smiled.

"Hahaha..." The two merchants laughed heartily.

It can be seen that the business tax is not heavy enough, and he is extraordinarily bold and generous (with no experience in consumption), the son of the rich and powerful, Mr. Yuan Zhao, tasted a dish called lotus house fish bun, while secretly complaining, and by the way explained Jin Shui:

"Pack up this dish and bring it home, let Lian Shang try it too."

It's so appropriate for the occasion!When I changed the name of Lian Shang, it was almost called Lian Fang.

Pfft, Luo Yan and Jin Shui laughed, "Hey, that's great! By the way, son, do you want to try the carp in this shop? It's very delicious."

Carp is raw carp slices.

"No, raw meat has worms, which can cause disease. You should eat less in the future." Yuan Zhao shook his head and told him casually.

Hearing this from a diner passing by, he refused to obey, and stopped to stare at her:

"Hey, my son, where did you say that? Is there any evidence? I like fish meat the most. I have eaten it for several years, so why don't you get sick?"

When Jin Shui heard this, he stood up and stared at the other party, and shouted sharply:
"You love to eat and you eat, but my young master doesn't talk about you, what are you talking about? Get lost!"

He was tall and strong, with the ferocious appearance of a vicious slave, which frightened the diner back a few steps.

Seeing Yuan Zhao continued to taste the dishes as if nothing had happened, he couldn't help muttering in his heart.The capital is full of dignitaries, for fear of offending others, they had no choice but to make a detour and leave with a cowardly face.

(End of this chapter)