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Chapter 1 Chang'an, Chang'an (Part 2)

"Mr. Lang, we still have to find Yaman."

"I know, I know."

Although Di Renjie was a little reluctant, he could only agree to Hong Liang's urgency.

Hong Liang said it right, he also wanted to find Yaren to find a residence.

He will live in Chang'an in the next few years. Solving residence is the top priority, and he is indeed not allowed to delay here.

Of course, he was not very interested in this case.

Just now, he also understood the situation of the deceased through his lips, and he really couldn't get interested.

Walking out of the crowd, Di Renjie stretched.

At this time, the West City gradually became lively.

There are many wine banners and people are surrounded by heads.

This place is not far from Kaiyuan Gate, which starts from the Chang'an Silk Road. There are many foreigners living in the surrounding lifang, and it is also an international trade market outside the city of Xishi. Here, there are merchants from Goguryeo, Baekje, Silla and Japan; there are also Hu merchants from Persia and Dashi. Since the Tang Dynasty was the most powerful empire in the world, many Hu merchants were attracted by the prosperity of Chang'an after they came to Chang'an and simply lived here, which made the Tang Dynasty a legendary international city.

The West City is divided into nine districts, with warehouses and wineries all over the world.

The beards from the Western Regions either recruit guests outside the door or sing and dancing in the wine shop, which adds a bit of exotic style to the Western Regions.

Di Renjie grew up in Taiyuan since childhood, and today is the third day of coming to Chang'an.

Since he was young, how could he have seen such a scene?

He couldn't help but feel a little intoxicated along the way. If it weren't for Hong Liang's reminder, he might have forgotten his purpose today.

"Huaiying, Huaiying!"

Just as Di Renjie was walking on the street, he suddenly heard someone calling his name.

Stopped, Di Renjie turned his head and looked over.

I saw a young man four or five years older than him come out of a restaurant and wave at him while walking.

The handsome and white face was still stained with a faint rouge color.

"You are... Brother Zhang?"

When Di Renjie saw the man, he was stunned for a moment, and then called out his identity.

Brother Zhang smiled and said, "I also thought I misunderstood the person just now, but I didn't expect that it was really Huaiying. Why, are you here in Jinshi for fun?"

Jinshi is also an alias for Xishi.

Di Renjie hurriedly waved his hand and said, "Brother Zhang misunderstood. I'm here to find Yaren."

"Take a walk?"

"Yes, I heard Brother Zhang's introduction yesterday and planned to find a residence elsewhere, not planning to live in the prison."

"So that's it... I'm just saying that although the prison is close to the Imperial College, the rent there is at least 30% higher than that in other places, and the room is small and it's not comfortable to live in. Since that's the case, it's better to find another place to stay, just walk more roads. You and I are young, so what's the point of walking a few steps? The money you save can buy a few more books."

Di Renjie smiled and said, "What Brother Zhang said is extremely true."

"Then have you found a residence?"

"Not... I came in just now and saw a murder case on the stone bridge, so I delayed for a while."

"Murder?"

"Well, it seems that a local rogue was killed. Chang'an County has sent someone here."

Brother Zhang doesn't seem to be interested in this kind of thing.

After hearing Di Renjie say that, he curled his lips and said softly: "This kind of thing happens often. These ruffians are idle all day long. God knows what enemies you have messed with. You have just come to Chang'an, and maybe you are not used to it. After a long time, you will get used to it."

"Habit?"

"These nine cities in Chang'an and four Guao counties have a population of nearly one million.

Almost every Lifang has a Tuantou, and every Gua County has a big Tuantou. The rogues fight for the little profits of the fly; the Tuantou fights for the territory... However, these people can't mess with us. Just look at it, don't mess with them."

Tuantou is the title of the leader of underground forces.

In such a big Chang'an, there are countless large and small ones.

A group of rogues gathered under their command, and bullying and dominating the market often happens. Ordinary people naturally dare not provoke them, but for students from Imperial College like Di Renjie, they are not too afraid, just be at peace.

"By the way, you just said you were looking for a residence?"

"yes."

“Are there any requirements?”

Di Renjie was stunned for a moment, thought for a while and said, "There is no requirement. Hong Liang and I live there. Just be more spacious, cleaner and quieter. By the way, it is best to make good food. I am a little picky in food sometimes."

Brother Zhang frowned.

"If it's just a little spacious and cleaner, it's easier to serve food... that's not easy.

By the way, you don’t mind living with the homeowner.”

Di Renjie shook his head and said, "As long as he is good at conduct, he doesn't mind very much."

"Hahaha, I have a good introduction when you say this."

"oh?"

"There is a residence in Chongdefang, with a unique courtyard, and there is a house, but the owner and his son also live there.

You also know that most of the students who come to Chang'an do not like to live with others, and there will inevitably be inconvenience, so the residence is always empty. The residence is not far from the three areas, the environment is good and quiet, and the owner also makes good food."

Di Renjie looked at Brother Zhang with a look of confusion in his eyes.

Brother Zhang's expression was a little embarrassed.

He whispered: "Don't blame Huaiying. My family is not well-off. I have to be appreciated by Linghu Priest, so I can make up for the vacancies in the Imperial College. I will bear the food, clothing, housing and transportation by myself. You also know that living in Chang'an is extremely difficult, and I have to find a way to make money."

When I reported yesterday, Brother Zhang was unexpectedly enthusiastic.

Di Renjie thought he was so in nature, but he didn't expect...

However, what is this? As Brother Zhang said, it is not easy for him to study in the Imperial College. He also bears all the costs by himself. If he does not seek another way of wealth in Chang'an, it will be difficult to survive.

"Since that's the case, please ask Brother Zhang to introduce it."

"Okay, I'll take you there now."

Brother Zhang is very enthusiastic and needs to lead the way.

Hong Liang gently pulled Di Renjie's sleeve, but saw Di Renjie shook his head at him, so he closed his mouth.

What kind of temperament does his husband have? He knows very well.

Moreover, Brother Zhang is a student. If he is really evil, he is afraid that he will not be able to gain a foothold in the Imperial College in the future. But I don’t know whether Brother Zhang is reliable? In contrast, Hong Liang believes more in those people, after all, the municipal office can protect him.

But since Di Renjie has decided, it is nothing to go by.

Thinking of this, Hong Liang hurriedly took a few steps and caught up with Di Renjie and the others.

Brother Zhang, whose name is Zhang Jianzhi, is named Meng Jiang, and is from Xiangzhou.

He was twenty-six years older than Di Renjie. At the same time, he came to the Imperial College for two years earlier than Di Renjie and was considered an old disciple.

Zhang Jianzhi is very good at talking and very enthusiastic.

He has lived in Chang'an for more than two years and is very familiar with Chang'an.

While walking, he introduced Di Renjie.

The three of them walked out of Xishifang Gate and headed straight for Chongdefang.

"This place was originally the mansion of Yang Jun, the King of Qin Xiao of the previous dynasty, but it was later converted into two Buddhist temples."

Walking into Chongdefang, Zhang Jianzhi led the way, while introducing the situation in Chongdefang to Di Renjie.

"The west gate is called Jiduni Temple; the east gate is Daodini Temple."

Speaking of this, Zhang Jianzhi suddenly lowered his voice and said softly: "Last year, Taizong passed away, Daodeni Temple was renamed Chongsheng Temple, which was a separate temple of Taizong. It is still under renovation. On the Jiduni Temple on the west gate, monks and nuns in the temple were moved to Anyefang Xiushan Temple. Now Jiduni Temple has been converted into Lingbao Temple, and the concubines of the late emperor have cut their hair into nuns to practice."

Di Renjie was stunned when he heard this, stopped and glanced at the closed temple gate.

"So, there is no problem with the security of Chongdefang."

As Zhang Jianzhi said that, he pulled Di Renjie into Cross Lane and turned into a Qu Lane.

The Lifang buildings in Chang'an have their own standardized layout.

In the Lifang, there is a cross street that divides the Lifang into four large pieces, and then there is a cross street in each fast area. So the entire Lifang is cut into sixteen areas, with curves in the area, which is the traditional alley, connecting the entire Lifang into one.

Zhang Jianzhi took Di Renjie through the alley and happened to pass by the gate of Lingbao Temple and came to the back door of Lingbao Temple.

"This place is very close to the Buddhist temple, and most people don't come here, so it's very quiet."

He smiled and introduced Di Renjie, then walked into a curved alley again, and waved to Di Renjie and the others.

"Let's go, right in front."

Di Renjie and Hong Liang looked at each other and followed Zhang Jianzhi into Qu Lane.

The three of them came to a house and Zhang Jianzhi said, "It's here, how does Huaiying feel?"

"Look at it and talk about it."
Chapter completed!
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