The goals are clear and the results are outstanding.
Nanshi Building, Beishi Building, Jixian Building, Lemin Building, Acura Building, Gufu Building, Qingjiang Building, Shicheng Building, Laibin Building, Chongyi Building, Danyan Building, Qingfen Building, Heming Building, Zuixian Building, Mei Yan Tower and Cuiliu Tower.
This sixteenth floor is home to the sixteen official brothels besides Fuller Court.
It is also a way for Lao Zhu to obtain benefits.
"When Guanzi governs the state, he has seven hundred female servants, and he collects their resources at night to support the army and the country."
During the Spring and Autumn Period, Guanzi first created the official prostitute system in order to increase fiscal revenue.
Coincidentally, at the same time, the federal cities of Athens in ancient Greece also regarded prostitute taxes as important revenue.
It starts from Fuller Court and ends on the 16th floor.
Lao Zhu really tasted the sweetness from it.
Later, registration, listing, and tax collection will be done.
The combination of government and private businesses has made the Qinhuai River prosperous.
However, it has just started a few years ago, and some are even newly opened brothels.
Not much profit has been generated in the meantime, and some of the capital may not have been recovered. Just today, Zheng Xiong gave it to him.
It is conceivable that if Lao Zhu found out, he would definitely be furious.
Of course, the atmosphere at the scene was also strange, and the manpower brought by Zheng Xiong gradually became unable to suppress it.
There were not many officials, so once Lao Zhu established it, he strictly prohibited officials from entering and exiting, and drew a red line.
Most of them are second generation, and there are also wealthy businessmen, with a few nobles among them.
A large group of escorts, plus a large group of young ladies, formed a beautiful scenery along the Qinhuai River.
Either rich or noble, the people Zheng Xiong brought felt like their hands were tied.
Moreover, shouting loudly and reporting one's family name also put a lot of pressure on them.
There is too much pressure and the consequences are predictable.
The venue was extremely noisy, and for a moment it felt like an a la carte market.
Zheng Xiong arrived late, and everyone he passed by, whether they knew him or not, shut up.
Just because of the conspicuous official robe and the young face, no one can ignore him.
"Who is this person, and why do you look so scared?"
"Shhh, keep your voice down, this person is the medical prince I told you about, Ying Tianfu Yin, Master Zheng Xiongzheng."
"The doctor hates evil as much as his enemies. The last time he was caught gambling, it was very satisfying. A friend of mine was deeply involved in it. After that incident, he is still reforming. I have gone to see him several times and he has a deep heart to repent. When he comes back in a year, he will be able to Stop doing."
"Rumors are just rumors. Last time I was forced to take a leave because I offended too many people. I haven't been seen for several months. Today I am back. Even if we are aboveboard and allowed by the law, we must be careful."
“Everything happens for a reason, don’t be impatient and wait for the results.”
"Oh, it's true that being famous is not as good as meeting him. Meeting him is even better than being famous. He is young and promising."
"Keep your voice down!"
Zheng Xiong went out and made too much noise.
Most people acted like ostriches, but there were always some people who couldn't see clearly the form, or some people like Zheng Xiong thought it was reasonable and asked loudly.
"Sir, we haven't done anything wrong! We haven't broken any laws, so why are you stopping us here and not letting us go?"
Zheng Xiong glanced sideways at the person who asked the question, not caring at all.
"I am in charge of Yingtian Mansion, so I have my own reasons for arresting you. Why are you not convinced?"
These words were very irritating. The person who asked the question was so angry that his face turned red and his neck was thick. It was reasonable to arrest someone for no reason.
"You arrest people even if there is no reason. Do you still have royal laws? Do you still have laws in your eyes?"
"The land of Goulan is authorized by the imperial power. If you don't let people go, I will sue your majesty and ask your majesty to seek justice."
It's interesting to use Lao Zhu to pressure me, but it's a pity that I'm just here to cause trouble for Lao Zhu, and it's useless to pressure myself.
"Take everyone away from me and send them to the pharmacy."
"No, I'm not guilty, so why should I follow you?"
"I am the prince of the palace, is that enough?"
"Ah! I'm going to sue you!"
Zheng Xiong ignored the man again. With a wave of his hand, the man was taken away. No matter how much he shouted, it was of no use.
Seeing that it was useless to stand out, everyone accepted the reality.
Simply using power to suppress others, these people, mostly wealthy businessmen, had no choice but to follow Zheng Xiong.
A large group of people came to the pharmacy, attracting a lot of attention.
Those who came to see the doctor were frightened by the formation and gave way one after another.
Zheng Xiong took the lead into the pharmacy, leaving a large group of people at the door.
Half of them are wealthy businessmen, and half of them are pretty girls.
Not only is it a feast for the eyes of the people who eat melons, but it also satisfies these people's desire to watch the excitement.
Not long after, many doctors came out of the pharmacy. In addition, some people went to various places to report the news.
At the entrance of the pharmacy, the grand occasion of vaccination with cowpox was recreated, with two rows of people waiting for the doctor's diagnosis and treatment.
"Is there anything wrong with you?"
"No."
"Put your hand out and let me check your pulse."
Taking the pulse, the doctor quietly felt the rhythm of the pulse, and in a short time, he completed the diagnosis and treatment of this case.
"There's nothing wrong with you. You have kidney deficiency. I'll give you some medicine to replenish your energy and you'll be fine."
"Ah! Okay."
He took the prescription from the doctor in a daze, and was immediately taken into the pharmacy. He then handed the prescription to the doctor who took the medicine in a daze.
The doctor skillfully took the medicine, wrapped it, and then handed it to the wealthy businessman.
"One pair a day and adjust slowly."
"oh."
Taking the medicinal materials, the wealthy businessman was taken to another place.
A table, a person, and a large stack of blank papers on the table.
"Bring the prescription."
"good."
"The consultation fee is consistent. The medicinal materials include Codonopsis pilosula, Astragalus membranaceus, and an old wild ginseng. Chenghui, Sanguan."
The confused wealthy businessman immediately reacted to the sensitive issue of money and asked with a frown.
"What's the consultation fee?"
"It's the doctor's fee for your diagnosis and treatment."
"I'm not sick either!"
"Didn't you write this? Kidney deficiency is not a disease!"
"I don't want you to see it either!"
"Then I don't know. Anyway, paying for medical treatment is a matter of course. Do you want to pay?"
Isn't this just forced buying and selling?
"No, I just treat you as a doctor, but your money is always too expensive!"
"This is decided by the Marquis. If you have any problems, you have to talk to the Marquis."
"I don't dare, the price of this medicinal material is a bit outrageous! I can't buy the mixture at this price!"
"Hey, you're quite knowledgeable. You use it a lot, right? If you want to buy potions, they're here. The price is a little more expensive than this. Do you want them?"
"How many?"
"Three passes."
"Why is this expensive? It's much more expensive!"
"It's not expensive. According to the Marquis, it's expensive. It saves you a lot of time. With this wrangling, you can earn it back a long time ago."
"I asked, which one do you want?"
"It's still the first one!"
"Three passes."
The wealthy businessman took out three taels of silver from his sleeve, rolled it, and handed it to the person who was collecting the money.
(End of chapter)
