Chapter 124 Temporary Measures
"Du Jinglüe, in the 13th year of the Daliang reign, wrote the book 'Yunzhou,' which was subsequently pirated and reprinted over ten times. This book was intended to guide the common people in farming, but it contained over a hundred missing characters and misprints. Some people followed the forged editions and harvested nothing, then accused Du Jinglüe of misleading them."
Pu Qiongzhi compiled a whole book of all the materials that Nangong Hua had collected during this period, as well as the deeds that he asked Chunjing and Sun Shisan to find.
"You Xiaoyu, in the fifteenth year of Daliang, did not write a book, but because of his poem 'Lanxi', he became famous in some folk miscellaneous works, using his fame to make money. There is no lack of vulgarity in these works, which has greatly damaged You Xiaoyu's reputation. I have repeatedly sought justice but to no avail."
"May I ask, if someone with ulterior motives were to label you with a deceitful and misleading message, and print a book to circulate among the people, what would you do? Have you ever considered the consequences of such talk?"
"Furthermore, I have specifically inquired and found that these bookstores have not lowered the prices of books. Students have more or less purchased counterfeit editions, or had their works stolen or plagiarized."
"All these kinds of things, the ones I have listed alone, number nearly a hundred!" Pu Qiongzhi handed over the book.
Upon hearing this, Di Jin's expression became more serious, and he even sat up straighter. "Please continue."
"Today, I am suing Yuelai Inn for plagiarizing the lyrics and music composed by Peng Mingxuan of Ruilou, as well as the storybooks, and the stories of ancient immortals told in my restaurant. They are plagiarizing the content that I paid a high price for and profiting from it!"
"Daliang's laws have long been lacking in this regard, and students and scholars across the world have suffered from this for a long time!"
"Today, I am suing Yuelai Inn, hoping to set a precedent for this case. I hope you will take this matter seriously! Let Daliang's literary world regain its clarity and brightness!"
Fang Miaozhu on the side was dumbfounded.
Pu Qiongzhi is going to kill her completely!
With this move, she was given one compliment after another...
He didn't even mention their personal grudges. Every sentence was inflammatory and every word was fatal to her!
She never thought that people in ancient times had such a strong sense of copyright.
What's more, how can the work of scholars be called stealing?
She thought that since there was no such rule, the other party would have no way to do anything to her.
Who would have thought that, with no background at all, she could actually think of pushing for changes in the whole thing...
She just wanted to make some money, and it was clearly her who imitated me in publishing a tabloid, so how could the thief catch the thief?
She was asked to do everything and say everything, leaving no way for anyone to survive!
Crazy, this woman is absolutely crazy! How can there be such a person?
When Fang Miaozhu looked at Di Jin's obviously persuaded expression, she became even more panicked.
In this evil ancient times, people were beheaded and killed at will... She had to find a way to save herself!
Fang Miaozhu was like an ant on a hot pan at this moment.
One only regrets not having read enough books when they are needed! Why doesn't she read more books every day?
At the critical moment, this mouth is a fool...
Suddenly, Fang Miaozhu had an idea.
Got it!
"Sir! I really don't know this!"
She cried and begged, "Sir, have you ever heard of 'those who fail to write well shall not be punished'? The relevant law has not yet been promulgated. You should not punish me based on this!"
After she said this, Di Jin also thought for a moment, "Miss Fang, you are also a scholar yourself."
"I heard that the Bixulang who is famous among the people is you!"
"Since you know the pain of writing, why would you resort to such petty theft?"
Fang Miaozhu gritted her teeth slightly, tears streaming down her face, "I was really confused for a moment!"
"My Yuelai Inn is next to Ruilou. I see them making a fortune, but I can barely make ends meet. That's why I'm so greedy..."
"Establishing a system for governance and implementing it in an orderly manner is the appropriate measure for the time being. Although everything has a sequence, this official, considering that you are a first-time offender, will not have you suffer the pain of imprisonment."
Di Jin didn't want to be criticized, and was eventually accused of making things difficult for the small vendors.
After all, people have said that they did this because business was really slow and they couldn't survive.
When he said this, Fang Miaozhu felt happy.
It’s shameful to play the victim, but it’s useful!
However, Di Jin changed the subject, "It's just that your actions are indeed unfair to Wen Shuren. After listening to what she said, I was deeply moved. Her character makes us all ashamed!"
"Although Wen Shuren is not here for profit, I should also express my support for the scholars of Daliang!"
Di Jin was also an official, so he naturally knew the importance of following public opinion.
Moreover, after dealing with her several times, he has come to understand that Pu is quite skilled in this matter!
If he doesn't seize the opportunity today, he will most likely be the one despised by the people in the future!
"In that case, as a small punishment and a big warning, I will punish you by making you pay Wen Shuren with all the harvest you've harvested over the past two weeks!"
Fang Miaozhu felt powerless when she heard this, and she was dejected. "Yes... I won't dare to do that again..."
Pu Qiongzhi turned around and smiled at her, "Miss Fang, it's good that you admit your mistake~"
“…” Fang Miaozhu gritted her teeth.
However, she didn't expect that there would be something even more devastating waiting for her.
After Fang Miaozhu was dismissed, Pu Qiongzhi handed another booklet to Di Jin.
"Your Excellency is selfless, and I admire you! These are some small things that my husband came up with. I am offering them as a token of my gratitude to you, Your Excellency!"
Di Jin frowned and took the booklet. After taking a look at it, he became uneasy. "Is there a decree regarding the printing of books?"
"That's right. My uncle said this is a serious matter and requires more attention. He specifically instructed me to do this, so please don't refuse it. Just think of it as a matter of great benefit to Daliang's literary fortune."
Pu Qiongzhi said this, Di Jin naturally accepted it.
This is a good thing, especially at this critical juncture of performance evaluation, when the government and the people are on high alert. This thing is almost a talisman.
Di Jin glanced at Pu Qiongzhi, who looked calm and composed.
This woman and her husband, Earl Gong Ning? What a generous couple!
After sending the booklet, Pu Qiongzhi ran into the Ninth Prince's carriage when she went out.
Before she even took a step, the other party lifted the curtain first, revealing that face, "Qiongzhi."
"Your Highness." Pu Qiongzhi bowed slightly and took a few steps forward.
Gongsun Huaili said bluntly, "Come up to the car and talk. I've already sent everyone nearby away."
"Okay." Pu Qiongzhi looked at the hand he extended to support her, hesitated for a moment, and finally put her hand on it.
In Gongsun Huaili's carriage, there were many teas and snacks that Pu Qiongzhi liked in the dream.
"Try it, is it to your taste?" He stared at Pu Qiongzhi.
Pu Qiongzhi glanced at the snacks on the table and said, "Your Highness, thank you for your trouble."
None of these snacks were to her liking, but they were all very extravagant and luxurious...
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