Chapter 531: Different than expected

Emperor Jingning was also quite surprised to see that Censor Li and others remained silent.

When he heard the generals' words just now, he thought that the people from the Censorate would be the first to jump out and oppose Yan Yan's service in the army.

Could it be that he suddenly changed his personality?

The others... were also a little too quiet.

Emperor Jingning's eyes swept around the Golden Throne Hall and finally settled on Shen Huazheng.

"Shen Qing, what do you think?"

When these words came out, everyone including Shen Huazheng was stunned.

Normally when encountering such a situation, His Majesty would not ask anyone but a small-time forestry official.

Shen Huazheng, who was named, was even more confused. She didn't know why Emperor Jingning bypassed so many people and came directly to her to ask.

But on second thought, it seems to make sense.

Now, she is the only woman in the court.

So Emperor Jingning wanted to ask for her opinion?

The minds of the other people in the Golden Throne Hall were working rapidly, with different thoughts in mind.

Most of the civil officials had a consensus that this matter belonged to the Southwest Army, or to the military generals.

They'd better not get involved.

Grand Tutor Zhou and the people on Shen Zhaonian's side were worried about Shen Huazheng. By asking her this kind of question at this time, Emperor Jingning was just pushing her out as a target.

If you are not careful, you will cause dissatisfaction among the generals or make Emperor Jingning unhappy.

These old-timers wouldn't dare to interfere easily in such matters, let alone a little girl who is ignorant of the ways of the world.

Although Grand Tutor Zhou and the Shen family's father and son did not show it on their faces, they were actually feeling uneasy in their hearts.

Zheng'er is usually very smart, but she is only fourteen years old after all.

How could I understand all those twists and turns?

This question is not easy to answer.

His Majesty was not just asking Zheng'er what she thought about whether Yan Yan should serve in the army. Regardless of whether Zheng'er gave a positive or negative answer, there would definitely be other questions waiting for her.

If Zheng'er said that Yan Yan should not serve in the Southwest Army, then she would have to give an answer that could convince His Majesty and the court officials.

If she answered yes, it would be even more troublesome...

Your Majesty will definitely ask Zheng'er what position Yan Yan should hold in the army.

The generals felt a little nervous as they watched Shen Huazheng slowly step out of the line.

They had long guessed that His Majesty would ask this question to other ministers, but they never expected that His Majesty would choose Lord Shen to answer.

Although this young Master Shen is quite capable, his age and experience are limited after all.

She should only be involved in farming affairs. Does she know anything about war?

Does such a little girl really understand the importance of Yan Yan to the Southwest Army?

Only General Yan remained calm and stood in his position, without much emotional ups and downs.

Li Yushi and others were also worried, they didn't know whether Shen Huazheng would agree or oppose.

They didn't dare to say it, but secretly hoped that Shen Huazheng would object.

After all, no matter how brave Yan Yan is, she is just a woman.

If Yan Yan were really allowed to serve in the Southwest Army based on her military achievements, she would probably have to be promoted to the rank of general.

There is no precedent in Daliang for allowing women to serve as generals.

The precedent of Shen Huazheng is enough, there is no need for too many.

Thinking that women are usually narrow-minded and more jealous, the censors became active again.

If Shen Huazheng was unwilling to give other women the opportunity to stand on the throne, she would definitely object to the generals' request.

If Shen Huazheng is willing to stand up and fight against those generals, the people behind her will definitely support her.

There are quite a few people behind Shen Huazheng, and it can be said that almost all the civil officials are on her side.

The more the censors thought about it, the more they felt it made sense, and they all became excited.

If the civil officials were of one mind, they would have more people and more power. Even if the military generals were to stare out of their eyes, Yan Yan would never become the general of the Southwest Army.

Although she didn't look away, Shen Huazheng could clearly feel that all eyes in the Golden Throne Hall were focused on her.

"Your Majesty, I agree with Lord Song's proposal."

Li Yushi and others who were just taking it for granted widened their eyes. Shen Huazheng actually didn't object?

Why is it different from what you expected?

Emperor Jingning raised his eyebrows slightly: "Why does Shen Qing say that?"

Chen Huazheng said solemnly, "Your Majesty, Miss Yan has made countless contributions and is a model of extraordinary women in Daliang, surpassing many men in the world. If she hadn't led the soldiers of the Southwest Army to attack the Dongyi and intimidate the Southwest countries, there would have been chaos."

All the ministers bowed their heads and said nothing, but in their hearts they deeply agreed with what was said.

Even Li Yushi, who always looked down on women, had to admit Yan Yan's military talent.

The Dongyi people have been secretly making trouble and trying to unite with other countries to deal with Daliang.

In addition to the Dongyi in the southwest, there are other countries that are eyeing them covetously.

If Yan Yan had not led the army to crush the Dongyi before the southwestern countries united in arms, there would have been chaos in the southwest.

They all knew that Shen Huazheng's words were just stating the facts.

Emperor Jingning: "Then what position does Mr. Shen think Yan Yan should hold in the Southwest Army?"

Grand Tutor Zhou, Shen Zhaonian and others all frowned, as expected.

Chen Huazheng thought for a moment and said, "Miss Yan is loyal and brave. I beg Your Majesty to give her a chance and appoint her as a general. Let Miss Yan show her talents in the army and continue to serve Daliang."

Everyone in the Jinluan Palace was shocked. Shen Huazheng actually asked Yan Yan to be the general right away.

Even the military generals were frightened. This young Lord Shen was indeed different from others.

Even though they had already decided to let Yan Yan serve in the army, they didn't dare to help Yan Yan ask His Majesty for the position of general right away.

After all, she is the granddaughter of Grand Tutor Zhou, so she has the confidence to speak.

Emperor Jingning smiled and said, "But Yan Yan is a woman. Chen Qing, her situation is different from yours. The army is full of men, how can we let a woman lead the troops?"

Censor Li and others couldn't help but feel happy, that's great.

Your Majesty finally agrees with them this time.

As long as Your Majesty does not give in, those people will not be able to become a general even if they keep talking.

Shen Huazheng is smart, but she is still too young and doesn't know how to figure out His Majesty's thoughts.

An emperor who could tolerate a woman as the magistrate of the Shanglin Office might not necessarily tolerate a female general.

Now, in addition to Grand Tutor Zhou and his gang, General Yan and others couldn't help but worry about Shen Huazheng.

A mysterious look flashed across Mo Zhishan's eyes, but he quickly regained his composure.

Chen Huazheng said calmly: "It is precisely because Miss Yan is a woman that Your Majesty should let her guard the southwest border as a general. So that other countries will know that the women of Daliang are so brave, let alone the men."

"Hahaha!" Emperor Jingning couldn't help but praise: "Well said!"

What a great sentence: "Even the women of Daliang are so brave, let alone the men."

The people of Daliang should have such a spirit.

The ministers in the palace were also extremely shocked. They did not expect Shen Huazheng to say such a thing.

Unlike others who were shocked, Li Yushi and others were shocked at first, and then disappointed.

Grand Tutor Zhou and the Shen family father and son all breathed a sigh of relief. They thought Zheng'er was smart.

In just a few words, Yan Yan's appointment into the army was linked to the national prestige of Daliang as a whole.

This way, there will be no mistakes.

Mo Zhishan was startled for a moment, then quickly lowered his eyes and hid the expression in his eyes.

Elder Jiang, who was standing by, saw his expression clearly and sighed softly in his heart.

As soon as Emperor Jingning said this just now, everyone understood that he agreed to Shen Huazheng’s request.

Following the appearance of the first woman to enter officialdom, Daliang will welcome the first female general since the founding of the dynasty.

As they expected—

Emperor Jingning looked at the other ministers and said, "I want to appoint Yan Yan as the first female general of Daliang. What do you think?"

The military generals naturally had no objections, as this was something they dared not even think about.

I was worried that Miss Shen would say something nonsense, but I didn't expect that she was a friendly force.

With just a few words, His Majesty agreed to let Yan Yan serve in the army, and she was also the first female general in Daliang! !

As for the civil officials, they had no objections either.

They didn't dare to have too many opinions on this matter. If the generals quit and even stopped guarding the border, the matter would become a big deal.

Since His Majesty has agreed, let them do as they please.

Anyway, Miss Yan is indeed a talented general.

All the ministers came forward and knelt down: "Your Majesty is wise, we obey your command!"