In Shanghai during the Republic of China, prosperity and hustle and bustle were intertwined, and all kinds of new things poured into this Oriental Pearl like a tide. For citizens who pursue quality of life, glasses are not only a tool for correcting vision, but also a symbol of identity and taste. However, in that era of information asymmetry, glasses often became a "science", and a little carelessness may fall into the trap of merchants. Li Yuesheng, a shrewd and enthusiastic young man in this city, staged a brave story about how to "wear good glasses and not be pitted".
Chapter 1: First acquaintance with the mirror world, full of fog
Li Yuesheng has been smart and studious since he was a child, but because of his poor family, he stepped into the society early to make a living. With his good handwriting and excellent memory, he found a job at a newspaper in Shanghai. However, as the intensity of his work increased, he found that he began to squint frequently and his eyesight gradually decreased. In desperation, Li Yuesheng decided to get a pair of glasses.
Walking into an optical store on Nanjing Road, Li Yuesheng was immediately attracted by the dazzling array of frames and lenses. The clerk greeted him warmly, and after some inquiry, he began to recommend a variety of high-priced "imported lenses" and "fashionable frames". Although Li Yuesheng had doubts in his heart, for the sake of face, he reluctantly accepted a set of expensive glasses schemes.
The moment he put on his new glasses, Li Yuesheng found that although his eyesight had improved, he always felt that something was wrong. The frame is too large, and the bridge of the nose is pressed painfully; Although the lenses are clear, it is easy to get dizzy after looking at them for a long time. He secretly regretted in his heart, realizing that he had been fooled by the merchant in the process of fitting glasses.
Chapter 2: Determined to change and self-taught
After experiencing this unpleasant experience of glasses, Li Yuesheng made up her mind to learn the knowledge of glasses so as not to be deceived again. In his spare time, he began to read books on ophthalmology, optics, and glasses. Whenever he encounters a problem that he does not understand, he will humbly ask an ophthalmologist or a senior optician for advice.
After a period of hard work, Li Yuesheng gradually mastered the basic principles of glasses preparation, the material and characteristics of lenses, the selection and adjustment of frames and other key knowledge. He also learned how to tailor the most suitable glasses to suit his face shape, prescription and eye habits.
Chapter 3: Outwit the profiteers and expose the truth
With professional knowledge, Li Yuesheng has become more confident. He no longer easily believes the rhetoric of merchants, but uses his own vision and knowledge to judge the quality of glasses. By chance, he discovered that another optical store on Nanjing Road was committing serious fraud.
The store attracts customers with low prices, but secretly replaces inferior lenses in the process of dispensing glasses, and even deliberately adds depth to force customers to change their glasses frequently. Li Yuesheng decided to stand up and expose the truth and protect the rights and interests of consumers.
He first purchased a pair of glasses anonymously and secretly left proof of purchase and lens samples. He then used his expertise to perform a detailed examination of the lenses and found that their light transmittance, refractive index, and abrasion resistance were well below industry standards. After having conclusive evidence, Li Yuesheng united several consumers who were also victimized and reported the optical store to the relevant departments.
After some investigation and evidence collection, the relevant departments finally confirmed the illegal behavior of the optical store and punished it in accordance with the law. After the news broke, Li Yuesheng became known as the "spectacle detective", and his name was widely circulated on the beach in Shanghai.
Chapter 4: Passing on Experiences for the Benefit of All
With the expansion of his reputation, more and more people began to ask Li Yuesheng for advice on glasses. He realized that although the power of the individual is small, if he can pass on what he has learned to more people, more people will be protected from deception. As a result, Li Yuesheng began to use his spare time to hold free lectures and consultation meetings on glasses.
In the lecture, he explained all the aspects and precautions of glasses preparation in simple terms, and also demonstrated how to measure interpupillary distance and choose the right frame and lens. He also emphasized the importance of optometry and warned everyone to go to a regular eye hospital or optometry institution for optometry examination.
In addition, Li Yuesheng also established an opticians exchange group, inviting many ophthalmologists, opticians and consumers to join. On this platform, everyone shares their glasses experience, exposes the behavior of illegal businesses, and discusses the latest glasses technology and products. This group soon became one of the most active communication platforms for glasses in Shanghai.
Chapter 5: Don't forget the original intention, you have to always
As time passed, Li Yuesheng's reputation in the field of glasses grew. Many opticians have extended an olive branch to him, hoping that he will become their advisor or spokesperson. However, Li Yuesheng has always maintained a sober mind and a humble attitude. He knows that his original intention is to help more people get good glasses and not be cheated, rather than pursuing fame and money.
Therefore, he turned down all invitations to business cooperation and continued to focus on his work and public welfare. He continued to work in the newspaper and wrote many articles on eye health, optical knowledge and consumer rights protection, guiding the public to establish a correct concept of optical dispensing and improve their self-protection ability.
Under his influence, more and more people have begun to pay attention to eye health and glasses, and they are no longer easily confused by the rhetoric of merchants. And Li Yuesheng also used his practical actions to explain what is a real wise man who "wears good glasses and does not get pitted". His story has been circulated on the beach of Shanghai for a long time, and has become an example and inspiration for future generations to follow.