Chapter 159: Unexpected Rules before the Salt Shop Opens

It's no wonder that Fusu has changed a lot after getting "Lun Yu" from Ying Yuan for some time.

After all, the "Analects of Confucius" that he originally remembered in his mind was gradually replaced by "Lun Yu" which was made by Ying Yuan, a book in which Confucius taught the rules to the people on the road.

In fact, a lot of conflicts had erupted in Fusu's mind.

But the "Lun Yu" in Ying Yuan's hand has one good thing that is absolutely not in the original "Analects of Confucius".

That is passionate, direct, clean and neat!

What a nagging, it's totally unnecessary!
If you listen to me, I will tell you the rules.

But if you don't listen to me, then I'll use my sandbag-sized fists and the sword at my waist called "reason" to teach you some truth.

Isn't this more refreshing than the original Confucian style of earnest persuasion?
Either follow the rules or talk about reason!
The effect is absolutely outstanding!

What a coincidence, Fusu at this moment has not yet reached the stage where his three views have been completely finalized.

At this moment, he still has the passion unique to young people.

It is no surprise, then, that he would gradually be influenced by Lun Yu.

Fusu himself was actually aware of these things.

But what he didn't expect was that he originally just wanted to revise Confucianism, but after listening to what his sixth brother said, he unknowingly even learned the doctrines of Legalism?

But why does he seem a little unconvinced?
Seeing Fusu looking at him with squinted eyes, Ying Yuan laughed and hooked his shoulder.

"Why, brother, you still don't believe it?"

"Don't worry, when teacher Zhang San comes, you will understand after listening to his lectures."

"In fact, many of your practices and ideas are pure Legalist doctrines!"

"Perhaps by then, you will understand more clearly what it means to be a Confucianist on the outside and a law-abiding person on the inside!"

When Ying Yuan said this, he suddenly smiled slyly and said in a mean way.

"By the way, brother, I didn't say that the Imperial Academy of Qin will only teach external Confucianism and internal law in the future!"

"Hmm??? What else have you prepared?"

When Fusu heard this, he instantly got furious.

He was really afraid of this Old Six.

God knows what tricks he has played again!

Now the problem of external Confucianism and internal legalism has not been solved yet.

When it is announced, the uproar it will cause makes my scalp tingle just thinking about it.

But Ying Yuan told him that there was more to it than that?

Ying Yuan smiled particularly slyly, but the pride in his words was unquestionable.

"Brother, just think about it and you will know!"

"Even you Confucians have to learn the six arts of a gentleman, such as ritual, music, calligraphy, mathematics, archery and charioteering."

"Could it be that the academy that is eyeing the name of the Great Qin Royal Family is not as good as Confucianism, one of the hundred schools of thought?"

"Of course we have to increase the stakes!"

After hearing this, Fusu was completely speechless.

He just has an idea now.

Otherwise, I should just quit being the dean of this academy!
At this time, in the city of Xianyang, in a commercial market crowded with shops, there was a bustling crowd in front of a shop that had long been targeted.

This shop covers a very large area!

Just looking at the appearance, it is completely different from the shop next door and across the street.

The most important thing is that the six big characters "Daqin Imperial Salt Shop" written on the plaque are so captivating.

Not to mention, other shops have servants and shopkeepers maintaining order.

But in this shop, the city guards were armed to maintain order. If anyone wanted to cause trouble here, they would be killed on the spot without even having to move five steps away.

Those who should be arrested should be arrested, and those who should be killed should be killed. What stands out is professionalism!
Just looking at this unusual scene before their eyes, all the people had unhappy faces.

After all, they must buy and eat this salt.

But... they have no idea what the specific rules of this Royal Salt Shop are.

After all, in the past, if the salt from one salt shop was too expensive or of poor quality, they could always switch to another one.

But now, with the salt and iron monopoly, it seems that this is the only place where you can buy it in the entire Xianyang city.

If the price is extremely high, or the quality is extremely poor, then there won't even be a chance for a substitute, right?
Is it really true that we can only be slaughtered obediently?

This kind of nervousness and worry led to all the people who received the news waiting at the door of the store early.

Extending one's head is a sword, and shrinking one's head is also a sword.

Instead of worrying at home, it’s better to come here early and see for yourself.

If it really doesn't work, we can think of other ways earlier, right?
However, in the eyes of those who cared, some of the people crowded in front of the Qin Royal Salt Shop were a bit dazzling.

As for the clothes these people wore, they didn't wear any expensive materials. Most of them were just coarse cloth like everyone else.

But no matter how shabby these people's clothes are, it cannot conceal their sturdy bodies and the murderous look in their eyes.

Obviously, they are not ordinary people at all.

Coming here is just waiting for an accurate signal and order.

At this moment, a man in a brocade robe suddenly walked out from the side door of the salt shop.

This man was about twenty years old, with a tall stature and a solemn expression. He slowly walked up to the crowd.

He just bowed to the people present and shouted loudly.

"Everyone, my name is Yu Ziqi. Master Yuan has chosen me to be the chief manager of the Great Qin Imperial Salt Shop!"

"Before the Great Qin Imperial Salt Shop opens for business, I want to tell you about the rules of this shop!"

"After all, a country has its own laws and a family has its own rules. If I don't explain the rules to you clearly, wouldn't that be punishing you without teaching?"

"Therefore, please listen carefully and follow the instructions carefully to avoid making mistakes!"

As soon as these words were spoken, all the people became obedient.

The Qin Dynasty has been ruled by law for more than a hundred years. For the people of the Qin Dynasty, especially the people of Xianyang City.

Rules or laws are really something that you must understand.

Otherwise, you would die without knowing why!
Seeing that everyone's eyes were on him, Yu Ziqi raised his right hand, then raised his index finger and spoke loudly.

"Rule one, each person is limited to buying two kilograms at a time!"

When these words were spoken, the people were stunned on the spot.

What do you mean?
Purchase limit?

Many people almost laughed bitterly.

"Sir, maybe the original salary is not too high for us?"

"Limited to two jin? It's even a question whether we can afford two liang!"

'Hahahaha, isn't this the same as telling me that the purchase of gold is limited to two yuan?'

"Tsk tsk, we don't even know the quality and price of this salt, and you're already asking for a purchase limit?"

Looking at the noisy people, Yu Ziqi just looked at them quietly.

At this time, we need to give them time to discuss.

Because the excitement is yet to come!

(End of this chapter)