The Western Jin Dynasty was an era of rich people, among which Shi Chong was one of the representatives of the rich and rival country. He was known for his extravagance, and he was one of the richest people when it came to extravagance and fashion. Shi Chong was born in a powerful family, although his father was a bit of a **, but he inherited the family's official position and wealth. When he was young, he was brilliant and willful, and he liked to pursue a heroic style. After receiving the favor of Emperor Wu of Jin, he was appointed as the commander of Nanzhong Lang and began his path of wealth accumulation.
Shi Chong took advantage of Jingzhou's geographical advantages to rob merchants and soon accumulated a lot of wealth. The sheer amount of his fortune is unimaginable, his mansion is comparable to that of a prince, his servants are richly dressed, and his treasures and relics are well stocked. However, there was so much money that he didn't know how to spend it, so he started a "fight for rich" competition with other rich people. This race is not only a show off of wealth, but also a manifestation of a luxurious lifestyle.
Shi Chong's extravagant life is not only reflected in the architecture and clothing, but also in his toilets, which are filled with spices, and the maidservants who serve him are also gorgeously dressed. In terms of food, he is the icing on the cake, not only the food is peculiar, but even his animals live a luxurious life. He even threw a banquet with other rich people to have fun.
However, Shi Chong's extravagant life eventually led to his demise. He colluded with the powerful and did not hesitate to fight with other rich people in order to maintain his position, but in the end he fell into infighting. One of his beloved committed suicide because of a political conspiracy, for which he was also charged with the crime** and eventually executed. Shi Chong's tragedy is a reminder that extravagance and profligacy will ultimately lead only to their own destruction.