Behind the bustling commercial street, there is an alley full of flowers, with a very auspicious name, "Peace Alley". It is said that this alley has a history of more than 400 years. Every blue brick paving the road has experienced countless ups and downs, telling indescribable joys and sorrows.
Deep in the alley, there is a blue wooden door, and a black iron signboard is hung on the door frame, with four words "Xiuxi Bookstore" written in white paint on it.
The handwriting is very beautiful, and every stroke is very elegant.
A rusty copper horse lantern hangs under the sign.
I heard that this lantern is a relic of a nobleman from an old European castle. After being modified by the current owner, a dim light bulb was installed inside.
At half past seven every night, the bronze horse lantern lights up on time, and the bookstore opens.
Most of the people who come to the bookstore are regulars.
After midnight, a different kind of customer occasionally comes to the door.