The information from Fan Zheng and others did not make Zhang Fei change his original plan. I really know that there are tigers in the mountains, so I prefer to go to the tiger mountains.
The Fan Family Bookstore reopened three days later, and a tax calculation plan was launched at the same time. Early in the morning, Lushi Alley.
A new trick slowly emerged. Starting today, Fanjia Bookstore will officially change its name to
"Bianjing Law Firm". Get it right in one step, no longer pursue any ancient charm, but also become a litigator.
Because as far as the actual situation is concerned, the litigants are no longer able to express what Zhang Fei wants to express. Of course, Zhang Fei still has a little bit of caution.
Just change the ear pen. Nowadays, in order to express their respect for him, many people directly call him Zhang Erbi or Erbi Zhang. On the contrary, those officials like to add
"People" and the like are used as contemptuous names. In an instant, gongs and drums were roaring and firecrackers were blasting. The entire Lushi Alley was crowded with people and filled with smoke.
"Zhang Sanlang! Congratulations! Congratulations!"
"Thank you! Thank you!"
"Sorry! Sorry!"
"Where! Where!"...
"Exceptor Fei, congratulations! Congratulations!"
"Thank you! Thank you very much! Please come in! Please come in soon."... I saw all the well-known and wealthy businessmen from Bianjing coming here to congratulate, but they only congratulated Zhang Fei, and then entered Fei's Bookstore opposite, or diagonally opposite Li's Bookstore.
Fan Li, who was dressed in a festive mood, looked at the guests who were passing by. He couldn't help but be shy to see people. He turned his face to one side and didn't bother to say hello to them.
Only Zhang Fei acted like a dick, smiling and saying hello to some acquaintances. He always believed that as long as I was not embarrassed, others would be embarrassed.
This is also true. Afterwards, some businessmen who knew Zhang Fei lowered their heads when passing by Bianjing Law Firm, pretending not to notice.
It turns out that today Li Guozhong and other seven major bookstores also launched exactly the same tax calculation business at the same time. A bookstore handles one or more lines of tax calculation business.
Very detailed and seems very professional. But in fact, the Commercial and Taxation Institute specially sent accountants to station in their bookstore. It can be understood that the Commercial and Taxation Institute is expanding its territory, and there is essentially no change.
Of course they will recognize the taxes calculated by the Commercial Taxation Institute themselves. This is obviously aimed at Zhang Fei. If it was just about calculating taxes, the Third Division would actually not be so afraid, and Quan would act as an auxiliary.
In fact, many private transactions in the Song Dynasty were to assist the official business. This is why the control power of the three departments over the people is much higher than that of Kaifeng Prefecture, which combines administration and justice.
Money is the key. However, Zhang Fei integrated tax calculation with the law. To put it simply, he used his means to ensure that the tax law could be enforced fairly. This was definitely an infringement of power.
Sansi will not let himself be restricted by Zhang Fei, nor will he allow himself to be restricted by other bookstores.
Therefore, the Third Division sent accountants to station themselves instead of actually letting major bookstores carry out this business. Another advantage of doing this is that if there is a problem with tax calculation, the Commercial Taxation Institute will not bear the brunt of it and rush to the bookstore in front.
For Li Guozhong and others, although this business does not belong to them, and they have to move land for the Third Division and bear some responsibilities, they are very happy to do so because with the help of the Third Division, they are not afraid of Zhang Fei .
They were all scared when Zhang Fei settled in Fan's Bookstore before. Now, relying on the relationship between the three companies, these businessmen can only go to their bookstores. In the future, many business will naturally come to them.
Solving it privately is the best solution. Going to court would be too degrading.
"Sanlang, how can this small tax plan attract so many people? They are obviously deliberately trying to embarrass us!" Fan Li saw that businessmen of all sizes in Bianjing came to congratulate him, but he knew in his heart that in their business The influence is not so terrifying, far less than that of Yaxing. No matter how big the event is, it is impossible for so many people to come.
You don't need to think about it to know that it was deliberately caused by someone above. Zhang Fei smiled and said: "Commissioner, how many times have I told you that you have to take a longer-term view. This business is booming, which is also a good thing for us." Fan Li said depressedly: "What a good thing, why can't I see it?" ." Zhang Fei chuckled: "Today the Third Division has made such a start, then when our business is booming in the future, they can only stare." Fan Li snorted: "Now in the entire Bianjing, who dares to compete with us? Cooperate! If you cooperate with us, you won't be able to continue your own business. If the business is still booming, it will be considered good if it doesn't close." Zhang Fei smiled to himself and said: "Thirty years in Hedong, thirty years in Hexi, who knows." While they were chatting here, I saw an amiable little old man walking through the crowd and heading towards the Bianjing Law Firm.
When Zhang Fei saw the old man, he hurriedly took two steps forward, cupped his hands and said, "Zhang Fei, a commoner, has met Grand Scholar Sima." The old man was none other than Sima Guang.
Sima Guang looked around and exclaimed: "It's really lively!" Both sides were lively, but here was relatively quiet.
Of course, Zhang Fei heard Sima Guang's teasing meaning, and said with a smile: "It makes Grand Scholar Sima laugh." Sima Guang waved his hand and said: "No problem! No problem! I'm just here to laugh." The implication is, I'm just here to see the joke.
Fan Li's face turned pale immediately. How many people has this guy offended? Even the distinguished bachelors of the Hanlin Academy came to see his jokes in person.
How hateful this is. But Zhang Fei laughed and said: "Being able to get a bachelor's degree from Sima University is really worth it." Sima Guang asked slightly curiously: "You don't seem to be worried at all?" Zhang Fei said with a smile: " Isn't it obvious who is guilty? Why should I worry?" Sima Guang stroked his beard and smiled: "That makes sense!"
"Please come in, Grand Bachelor Sima." Sima Guang nodded. Just as he was about to enter, he suddenly glanced at the trick and said, "A law firm? What's the point?" Zhang Fei smiled and said, "Serve the law."
"Serve the law." Sima Guang nodded slightly.
"That's a good statement. It's also like your style in court. This lawsuit is no longer as simple as a lawsuit." The two of them entered the store.
But seeing that the interior decoration is different from the current bookstore, it looks more like a restaurant, with elegant seats and private rooms.
Sima Guang couldn't help but asked curiously: "Is this still a bookstore? I think it looks like a restaurant."
"Of course this is not a bookstore, but a law firm." Zhang Fei explained: "Didn't Xiaomin just say that he serves the law? Of course, the small shop must put service first. This place is used to entertain customers. The back is for office use.”
"That's it!" Sima Guang nodded slightly, and understood some of the secrets, and said hehe: "You are going to show off your skills!" Having such a large service area means that it is possible to entertain such customers at the same time. It must be To expand your own business.
In the past, bookstores did not need such a large service area. Zhang Fei said with a smile: "There is no way. Grand Bachelor Sima wants to reform the judiciary, and I have to match it!" Sima Guang glanced left and right and said, "The idea was yours, right?" Zhang Fei nodded. , said: "I wonder what Grand Master Sima thinks?" Sima Guang frowned slightly: "I have studied it carefully in the past two days, and one of the problems is difficult to solve." Zhang Fei asked: "What problem?"
"That's the word you often mention, professional." Sima Guang frowned and said, "If you only do this in Tokyo, that's fine. After all, there are enough talents here, but if you want to popularize it nationwide, you need more proficiency. People of the law, although there is no shortage of officials in our dynasty, it is difficult to meet the needs of this reform. But if it is not popularized throughout the country, the reform will not be of much significance." This old man indeed has a deep study of the political system, and is far better than Xu Zun is also stronger than Wang Anshi.
The biggest difference between Zhang Fei’s reform plan and the current system can be seen at once. In the current judicial system, there are also many departments that supervise each other, but generally speaking, it is enough for the leader to be powerful, and the people below only need to follow orders.
Zhang Fei's job requires extremely professional people, even the cadres need to be of extremely high quality. Zhang Fei said: "Talent is the only way to make everything perfect. If Sima University pursues perfect reform, specialization is inevitable."
"I know this too." Sima Guang nodded and said: "This is what I plan to do, select a group of young officials to study at the Imperial College of Law and then send them to various places." Zhang Fei nodded and said: "This That's a good idea." In fact, there was a special law school under the Imperial College, as well as arithmetic, medicine, and other technical majors. The Song Dynasty was indeed the best in feudal society in terms of civility.
People like Zhang Fei who are relatively strong in martial arts have a way to enter the court and become officials. They do not need to take the scientific examination. It is just that the upper limit is relatively low.
It is very difficult to reach level 4 or above. But having said that, those who want to reach the level of prime minister in the Song Dynasty must also possess unique skills. It can even be said that those who want to reach the level of all-rounders, such as Sima Guang and Wang Anshi, are all outstanding in the legal field. After studying it, Wang Anshi was better at Confucian classics, while Sima Guang was better at political science.
Sima Guang said again: "But I hope you can give lectures."
"Me?" Zhang Fei said in surprise. Sima Guang nodded. Zhang Fei couldn't laugh or cry and said: "Master Sima, if you invite me, a person with a good ear, to go to the Imperial College to give lectures to a group of officials and Jinshi, you are clearly digging a hole for me to jump into!" Sima Guang snorted: "In the courtroom Above you, the Censor Zhongcheng, the Punishment Department doctor, and the detailed judge have all been defeated in front of you. This small pit can still knock you down."
"Thank you for the compliment, Grand Master Sima!" Zhang Fei smiled and said, "But it's awkward to think about it! Why not let my benefactor give lectures? My benefactor's views on law are not comparable to ordinary people." Sima Guang asked : "Your benefactor is no match for you!"
"...?" Zhang Fei said: "In matters of law, what matters is the foundation. If the foundation is not solid...!" Before he could finish speaking, Sima Guang said: "In terms of the basics, You don’t have to worry, the key is that you are the only one who knows how that plan works best, and you should know what they need to pay attention to, and no one can replace this." Zhang Fei pondered for a while,
"I will think about it."
"Consider it?" Sima Guang looked at Zhang Fei dissatisfied. Zhang Fei said depressedly: "Can't you even consider it?" Sima Guang shook his head stubbornly: "If you don't answer me, I won't dare to ask Your Majesty easily. If it fails, I can't bear the responsibility!" He He has a very strict personality, and he will not take action easily unless he is fully prepared.
There are many aspects of Zhang Fei's plan that he has no clue about, especially the prosecution aspect. He really doesn't understand it very well. He knows litigation, but Zhang Fei's method is beyond his understanding, and he is currently in court to argue the case. There are really very few lawsuits.
Is the prosecution for the government, for the people, or for justice? In addition, what is the relationship between the prosecution and the Judicial Council? There are many similarities.
However, Sima Guang also believes that prosecution is the core department of the entire plan. If prosecution is removed, the difference will not be very big. At most, the administration and justice will be separated.
Currently, the number one person prosecuted in the Song Dynasty is Zhang Fei. Even if you don't like Zhang Fei, you won't deny this.
As soon as Zhang Fei said he wanted to calculate taxes, the three divisions were immediately frightened and mobilized. Tax calculations are not terrible, but the terrible thing is that this guy also guarantees tax calculations.
correct! Isn't my bookstore short of people? I can provide them with internship opportunities. The court will pay for it and they will help me work. This is good.
Zhang Fei thought for a while, nodded and said: "As long as Grand Bachelor Sima guarantees that I will not be beaten if I go, then I will agree." Sima Guang chuckled: "It's a deal." At this moment, Fan Li walked away quickly. Come in,
"Sanlang, someone wants to bring a lawsuit against you." Zhang Fei said in surprise: "Who?"
"It's me!" I saw a man in civilian clothes in his thirties walking in. He was handsome and handsome, with three strands of thin beard. He had an extraordinary demeanor and a graceful demeanor. He looked like a handsome boy.
When Sima Guang saw this person, he immediately said in surprise: "Su Zizhan." Su Zizhan? Hey, this name sounds so familiar.
Zhang Fei was stunned for a moment. When the man saw Sima Guang, he immediately came forward and bowed his hands.
"Su Shi met Mr. Sima."
"Mr. Dongpo?" Zhang Fei said in surprise. Su Shi looked at Zhang Fei and asked, "Who is Dongpo?"
"Well...."
