On the border of Pingwan County, a donkey cart struggled to pull goods and people while walking panting.
Seeing that the road was getting easier and easier, Emperor Jing gradually became cheerful.
Before entering this place, there were dirt roads everywhere, but the roads now were obviously paved and built manually.
Moreover, there were actually many people walking towards Pingwan County on the road.
This is already very popular in the official circles.
What’s even more amazing is that there are actually many people riding bicycles!
Emperor Jing looked at this wonderful scene and couldn't help but ask: "I didn't expect that there are so many people outside the capital who are willing to ride bicycles? This road doesn't look very comfortable, does it?"
Fang Zheng nodded.
How uncomfortable it is. Although it is a repaired dirt road, the current level of shock absorption of bicycles is still not good for walking on this kind of road.
Those people riding bicycles must feel uncomfortable watching the bumps and bumps.
I guess if I rode like this for an hour or two, the basket would be broken...
But... As for why he still rides when he feels uncomfortable, Fang Zhengyi probably has some ideas in his mind.
Perhaps the people in this city got information quickly and knew that bicycles were popular in the capital.
So everyone is willing to follow the trend, even if it feels uncomfortable, they are willing to ride on it. After all, this represents some kind of upper-class 'trend'.
Isn’t it true that in later generations some people played the West Coast style and put dozens of pairs of pants on their legs?
Some even more shameless people wore overalls and pushed their shoulders into the air in public.
So this situation is normal!
Fang Zheng said, "Look, there are so many people here who are willing to ride bicycles. At least it means they have some money. Otherwise, how could anyone sell such an impractical tool on such a road?"
"Yeah! That makes sense!" Emperor Jing's eyes lit up and he began to observe the passers-by carefully.
Upon closer inspection, I found that many people were in a hurry, but they were not in a sickly state.
This situation was enough to make Emperor Jing feel more at ease.
Emperor Jing cheered up a little and put a smile on his face: "I wonder what the scene is like in the city? By the way, I heard that many officers and soldiers guarding the city have the bad habit of secretly exploiting the people. We won't have to pay any tolls when we enter the city, right? ?”
"Probably not."
Fang Zhengyi thought about it carefully.
He once wrote a letter to warn Yang Fengfan that he must not engage in tolls.
In addition, Jin Yiwei was sent to station to supervise the matter.
If Yang Fengfan is obedient enough and Jin Yiwei's deployment has not changed, it shouldn't be a problem.
When we arrived at the city gate, people gathered together, making it very lively.
Many people lined up to enter the city.
As soon as Fang Zheng stood on the donkey cart, he stretched his neck and watched. Seeing that the people in front of him entered smoothly one by one, he couldn't help but feel relieved.
It seems that everything is fine. At least judging from the situation outside the city, Yang Fengfan's management is not a problem.
When Emperor Jing and others finally arrived, the four of them got out of the car and entered the city.
Suddenly, the soldiers guarding the city stretched out their hands to stop the donkey cart.
"Just a moment."
Fang Zheng was shocked and hurriedly stepped forward and said, "Master Jun, is there any problem?"
The defender touched his chin, walked around the car, and asked, "Is this your first time here?"
Emperor Jing frowned slightly.
What are you afraid of? The people in front all entered smoothly just now, and when they saw their donkey carts, they stopped here.
This soldier must have acted this way because he thought they had something to gain.
Sure enough...there are some things that can only be discovered through private visits via incognito.
Seeing the city defenders approaching, Fang Zheng smiled and said, "Yes, this is indeed our first time here. Sir, can you be accommodating?"
With that said, Fang Zheng handed over an apple.
When the city defender saw the apple, his face showed disdain: "Who are you going to bury? I sent you this apple?"
presumptuous! Do you dare to open your mouth like a lion?
Emperor Jing was angry and immediately prepared to step forward to argue.
Unexpectedly, the officer and soldier said again: "Take it, take it! It's your first time here and you don't understand our rules. Judging from your attitude, you want to set up a stall in the city, right?"
"I'm telling you, if you want to set up a stall, you can set up a stall. There is a special place set aside for you to set up. When you go in, ask someone first and don't mess around."
"Also, you donkeys, if you poop on the street, you have to clean it up, otherwise you will be fined. Do you understand?"
Emperor Jing stopped and blinked in confusion.
Hey... isn't it exploitation? It turned out to be a kind reminder!
Fang Zheng breathed a sigh of relief: "That's it. Thank you so much, Master Jun! Eat an apple."
The defender waved his hand impatiently: "Go in, go in, don't block the people behind, who wants to eat your apple."
When a group of people entered the city, Wang Erzhu felt a little weird and came closer to Fang Zhengyi: "Hey, Lu Zhong... the people here are really polite!"
Fang Zhengyi said in disgust: "Big tongue, can you stop calling me Mr. Lu? Call me Mr. Lu."
"Yes, it's Mr. Lu, let's find a place to set up a stall!" Wang Erzhu's eyes were shining and he looked around.
Pingwan County, this is Pingwan County!
Although the city looks about the same size from the outside, there are many more people inside than in Xinzhang County!
The roads in the city have been repaired and look very smooth.
There are many more cyclists than outside the city.
There are stalls selling food and passersby chatting with them everywhere.
There is order in the chaos, and it is a lively and prosperous scene. Although it is morning, the smoke of the world is already blowing towards our faces.
Even Emperor Jing couldn't help but be secretly surprised.
At present, the people below are still reliable in doing things.
Fang Zheng looked around and felt quite satisfied, and said to Wang Erzhu: "Let's find a pawn shop first and pawn your ring."
Although Fang Zheng had mentioned it to him as soon as he was on the way, Wang Erzhu suddenly felt a little reluctant to part with it now. It would be more cost-effective to pawn it than to sell it: "Young master, is it inappropriate for you to give this to me? Otherwise, I can keep it. .”
Fang Zheng sneered inwardly.
He could see through Xiao Jiujiu at a glance.
Keep it, you are so poor and have no capital, how can I sell apples?
"Let me tell you, you can't sell this thing. The best place is the pawn shop! And the business here is prosperous, so the pawn shop must be trustworthy. There is nothing more suitable than this. The ring can't be eaten or played with. Wouldn't it be better to exchange it for silver? ?”
"Of course, it's your thing, you can do with it what you want."
Wang Erzhu hesitated for a moment and took out the ring from his chest.
"Then I'll listen to you."
Since Mr. Lu said so, let’s do it. He doesn’t understand anything anyway.
It can also be seen along the way that Mr. Lu's family is very good-hearted.
The business in the city is indeed more prosperous than ordinary cities to the naked eye, and there are also many pawn shops.
The four of them found a pawn shop that looked quite large without much effort.
Entering it, you will see a row of unusually high counters, with wooden fences separating the inside and outside, leaving only a small window.
With a height of over 11.8 meters, he had to raise his head to see the boy in the pawn shop.
There are many people working inside at the moment.
Wang Erzhu licked his lips and felt a little nervous. This was the first time he had seen this scene.
Although he was a bit frightened, the thought of having Fang Zhengyi behind him gave him some courage.
When he walked to the counter, before he could speak, the waiter behind the counter was already condescending, lowering his eyes and said in an indifferent voice: "Redemption or payment?"
The people here are rustic, and you can tell by looking at their moral character that this is their first time here.
Although this kind of customer is easy to fool, he doesn't make much money, and the waiter feels a little impatient in his heart.
Wang Erzhu opened his mouth and stumbled: "Dang... Dang."
"Bring the stuff up."
Wang Erzhu nervously took out the ring and was about to hand it over.
Unexpectedly, a hand stretched out from his hand: "Bring it here, I'll pawn it for you."
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