amaotonovel Chapter 469
Chapter 469
Chapter 469
The ups and downs of the auction that Zhang Fei had expected turned into a boring flat sale based on seniority in a blink of an eye.
It's the same book, the same price.
No ups and downs.
One hundred limited collector's editions were bought by the scholar-bureaucrats on the first floor.
The plainness made Zhang Fei nauseous, and he really wanted to take a piss in place, leaving a stain on this "warm" scene, it was too bullying.
"Looks like it's over! Fu Gong, Wen Gong, I...!"
Sima Guang got up and was about to leave, when he saw that Fu Bi and Wen Yanbo were sitting there with a collection of copies in their hands, he couldn't help feeling puzzled.
How beautiful is this poetry collection?
They have basically read Yan Shu's poems. After all, he was a top literary figure back then, especially Fu Bi, who knew them well.
Don't be in a hurry, you can watch it when you go home.
Looking up, he met Wang Anshi.
The two prostitutes were standing at this table, and they must have seen each other when they looked up, because everyone else bought and sat there reading, and only the two of them wanted to leave in a hurry.
Neither of them like the luxurious and luxurious atmosphere of Baifan Building.
If they put aside their political ideas completely, they will definitely become confidantes, their personalities are so similar.
"Fu Gong!"
Sima Guang coughed, then clasped his hands and shouted to Fu Bi.
Fu Bi was startled, then raised his head, "What's the matter?"
Sima Guang wanted to say goodbye, but couldn't help asking: "Is this book so wonderful?"
Fu Bi hesitated for a moment, nodded in approval and said, "It's the same as the opera just now, it's unique."
Wang Anshi asked curiously: "Isn't it just a collection of poems? Where does this uniqueness come from?"
Wen Yanbo raised his head, "This is not an ordinary poetry collection, it can be said to be another type of genre, similar to biography, but very vivid, brilliant and touching."
"is it?"
Wang Anshi and Sima Guang looked at each other again, feeling a little bit regretful in his heart, since money is usually not very much, why not buy a copy.
Han Jiang handed the book to Wang Anshi, "Jiefu will know it at a glance."
And Wen Yanbo over there also handed his books to Sima Guang.
Immediately went to whoring for nothing.
The two sat back.
And the other scholar-bureaucrats, like them, did not leave in a hurry, and sat on the table to watch.
The performance just now turned Yan Shu's words into a drama and showed them to everyone. Yan Shu himself was not involved in it, but in the book, Yan Shu's words were used to tell the story of Yan Shu's mental journey.
It can be said that this is a kind of personal biography, but it is different from the current biography, but presented in the form of a story.
Coupled with the use of different fonts for printing, it is patchwork, clear and clear, and it is very relaxing and pleasant to look at.
It's a very new genre.
Of course, the novel genre alone is not enough to make Wang Anshi, Wen Yanbo and other literary figures sit down and read it. The key is Yan Jidao's literary talent.
Like Yan Shu, Yan Jidao is very good at writing poems with delicate emotions, although Zhang Fei asked him to be more popular and not to be too elegant.
But genius is something that cannot be explained. He did lower his level, but he wrote another very unique style of articles. He used a very popular style of writing to show Yan Shu's mental journey vividly and vividly. It is so lifelike that it makes people feel like they are on the scene, as if watching the scene with their own eyes, making people unable to resist reading.
Especially for people like Fu Bi and Wen Yanbo who know Yan Shu very well, this is a story and a memory for them.
And those young talents saw the scene in their eyes and scratched their cheeks anxiously. Is this poetry collection so beautiful? These scholar-bureaucrats read it on the spot.
So, under the guise of congratulating Yan Jidao, they wanted to see if they could grab a copy, and inquired when the collection of poems would be sold.
Immediately, Fan Zheng and Zhang Fei, who were pushed out of the door, couldn't help but look at each other helplessly, and went to sit down in an elegant seat next to them.
"Third brother's idea is really worth a thousand gold!"
Fan Zhengzan said: "In the future, this opera may replace the previous song and dance performances."
Zhang Fei said: "This is an exaggeration. Operas and songs are just different interpretations. It's just that this brand new opera has just come out and is sought after by people. Songs and dances are still loved by people. This cannot be replaced."
Fan Zheng wondered again: "But there are not many people who can arrange this opera, and Mr. Yan is only for his father this time."
He knew very well in his heart that the reason why the first performance was so successful was entirely due to Yan Jidao's artistic talent, and the reason why Yan Jidao participated was because of Yan Gong.
It's not professional, and the Alumni House wants to invite them, but they can't.
Zhang Fei whispered: "So we have to find a way to lure Mr. Yan to our side."
Fan Zheng excitedly said, "Is this possible?"
"How is it impossible? As long as the hoe is used well, there is no corner that cannot be dug." Zhang Fei glanced into the room again, and said, "Being an official in the court does not give you such treatment."
Fan Zheng also glanced at it, and nodded with a vague understanding.
After chatting for a while, I happened to meet Xu Lingxiao, so Zhang Fei got up and said goodbye.
Inside the carriage.
Xu Lingxiao asked: "Sister-in-law, when will this poetry collection be available?"
He is a person who loves books very much, and his heart is itchy now!
Zhang Fei smiled and said, "I have already prepared a dozen collector's editions and a dozen regular editions for you, big brother."
"A dozen copies?"
Xu Lingxiao couldn't help opening his eyes wide, and waved his hands in fright, "You don't need so much, you don't need so much, just an ordinary book will do."
Zhang Fei said: "Brother can take it as a favor and give it to a friend."
Xu Lingxiao didn't expect Zhang Fei to be so thoughtful, and he was extremely embarrassed, "This is so embarrassing!"
Zhang Fei said with a chuckle: "In their view, this may be very precious, but to me, it is only a few hundred coins, not worth mentioning."
Xu Lingxiao hurriedly said: "Sister-in-law, the value of this book cannot be measured by money."
Zhang Fei smiled and nodded.
After Zhang Fei bought the original bookstore, the front store has been open for a long time. This is because the newspapers and periodicals are not sold outside because of the coercion of major restaurants, so it forms a kind of bound sales. The bartenders have always stayed at the back door to receive newspapers and periodicals. .
And this morning, there was a vast area in front of the genuine bookstore. Compared to the bartender before, standing here at this time were all scholars, sons, and wits.
On the one hand, they were looking forward to the closed shop door, and on the other hand, they were talking about yesterday's opera performance.
Yesterday's opera performance was really unsatisfactory. Coupled with the performance of those prime ministers and scholar-bureaucrats yesterday, everyone was curious about what is so magical about this book?
Another half an hour later, the store door opened.
Brand new books are placed on the counter.
Everyone rushed forward immediately, because they didn't know how many copies there were, and they had to grab them!
"how much is it?"
A scholar who was squeezed in front put the money bag on the counter and asked out of breath.
The shopkeeper said: "One hundred coins a piece."
"One hundred pennies?"
A scholar exclaimed.
One must know that books nowadays, unless they are monopolized by the imperial court, are sold privately for about [-] cents. This increase of three or four times is a bit too deceitful.
These scholars and wits are quite rational, and when they heard the price, they immediately complained.
The shopkeeper said in a loud voice: "Everyone, please be safe and don't be impatient. Let's listen to the villain. The reason why it is so expensive is because it is genuine."
"What's the difference?"
"The difference is that we have to pay a large sum of money to Mr. Yan to purchase the copyright of Yan Gong's poems. Our East Advocate Saburo also said that we should respect the labor of scholars just like the fruits of farmers' labor. As a result, stealing and selling other people's poems is not only against morality, but also a very hateful and illegal act like stealing farmers' food. Scholars should also get corresponding rewards."
After these words, the voice of complaints immediately turned into words of praise.
Because all the people who came to buy it were scholars.
Regardless of respect, Yan Gong’s Ci can sell so much money today, and our Ci tomorrow.
In the final analysis, the ass decides the head!
And in the restaurant opposite the bookstore, there are two young people sitting, they are Zhang Fei and Yan Jidao.
"Mr. Yan didn't sleep well yesterday?"
Seeing that Yan Jidao's eyes were red, swollen and bloodshot, Zhang Fei couldn't help asking.
"I drank a few more drinks with a few friends yesterday." Yan Jidao smiled mischievously.
Yesterday he was forced to hold a celebration banquet in Baifan Building. At that time, too many friends came to congratulate him. Fan Zheng also wanted to win over Yan Jidao, so he presented him with a banquet.
Yan Jidao was once a prodigal son in a brothel, so he hardly slept much.
"I see." Zhang Fei nodded, and said again: "The collection of poems by Mr. Yan is so popular. In my opinion, the main reason is that the stories written by Mr. Yan are very moving."
"Do not."
Yan Jidao hurriedly said: "It's mainly because Father's words are already popular, plus San Lang's idea, they are so popular. I'm just helping out."
He has a rather arrogant personality, so this is definitely not his humble words. In his opinion, he really didn't bother much, and he just wrote according to Zhang Fei's ideas, not some ancient quatrains.
How hard can it be.
Zhang Fei said with a smile: "But in my opinion, it is also Yan Gong's words, and it is also my idea, but if it is another person, it may not be so popular."
Yan Jidao was very embarrassed and said: "Sanlang praised him so much, I dare not take it for granted."
But Zhang Fei said: "If Mr. Yan is ashamed and dare not take it seriously, then this matter will be difficult to handle."
Yan Jidao was surprised: "How do you say that?"
Zhang Fei said: "Such as this kind of fame and fortune, many people will definitely follow suit, so...so I still hope that Mr. Yan can continue to help."
Yan Jidao glanced at him, but said nothing.
Zhang Fei said: "I can get [-]% of the genuine bookstore's shares in return, please ask Mr. Yan to come to the genuine bookstore for help."
"It's not about the money."
Yan Jidao hurriedly said: "It's just that I am an official of the imperial court, this is really inappropriate."
I am a majestic official, you asked me to resign and come here to work, but any smart person would not do that!
Zhang Fei asked with a smile: "Does Mr. Yan know why I was able to become an official?"
Yan Jidao was taken aback, "Of course it's because of Saburo's ability to fight lawsuits."
Zhang Fei nodded and said: "But if I entered the court directly by virtue of my father-in-law's relationship, does Mr. Yan think I can still achieve what I am today?"
Yan Jidao was slightly taken aback.
Zhang Fei asked himself and answered: "I guess it is definitely not as good as today, because I don't know what position will be assigned to me. Maybe it is something I am not good at, or maybe even if I do well, I won't be noticed by others. like now.
It is because others affirm my ability first, and then recommend me to be an official, so my official career will be smooth sailing.The same is true for Mr. Yan. In his current position, Mr. Yan does not have much opportunity to show his talents. Obviously, writing books and arranging operas can better reflect Mr. Yan's talent.
After Mr. Yan became more famous, the official career that Mr. Yan was looking forward to might come naturally. Many things were deliberately forced, but they were not obtained. "
This remark made Yan Jidao enlightened, Mao Sai suddenly understood, immediately stood up, bowed his hands, "San Lang's words made Xia Mao suddenly enlightened, thank you, thank you very much."
The reason for being depressed is often that your existing platform is unable to show your talents. At this time, if you change careers and do things you are good at and interested in, you may be able to get a better career.
Of course, the premise is that you are really capable.
Zhang Fei hurriedly cupped his hands in return, and said, "Mr. Yan's meaning?"
Yan Jidao hesitated a little, and said, "I still have to discuss it with my family."
In other words, I am willing.
Zhang Fei smiled and said, "Then I will wait for the good news."
Speaking of family members, Yan Jidao suddenly asked again: "That's right! I have a question, I want to ask Saburo."
Zhang Fei hurriedly said, "Mr. Yan, please tell me."
Yan Jidao said: "This father's words should not belong to me alone, I should take out some money to distribute to my brothers, but I am really not good at handling these things, how much does San Lang think I should give to my brothers?"
Zhang Fei thought for a while, and said, "From Er Bi's point of view, I think taking [-]% is enough."
"Thirty percent?" Yan Ji said, "This is a little too little."
Zhang Fei said: "Although it is the poetry collection of Duke Yan, in fact, Mr. Yan's articles account for a larger proportion, which is also one of the main reasons for his popularity. If Mr. Yan spends [-]% of the profits to distribute to the rest of his brothers, even if he goes to court, I can also guarantee that Mr. Yan will not lose."
After all, he is a pen, and he stated this issue in the contract. The author of this collection of poems is not Yan Shu, but Yan Jidao.
If Yan Jidao's family were to sue, he would never lose.
"How can I go to court with my brother."
Yan Jidao shook his head in fright. Although such lawsuits were not uncommon in the Northern Song Dynasty because they were stipulated by law, for a family like theirs, this must never happen. Will it be dissatisfied if you share it with your elder brothers?"
Zhang Fei scratched his head and said, "I don't know about this, but whether [-]% is a bit more."
"how?"
Yan Jidao nodded and said, "You think it's too much, so brother and the others shouldn't have any objections."
Zhang Fei just smiled slightly.
He was talking about legal issues, but Yan Jidao was asking about family affection. It is difficult for an upright official to decide on family affairs, so he is inconvenient to say more.
(End of this chapter)