Chapter 617 Daya's Attitude

When Zhang Heyao went to bed at night, he thought about what Xiaoman had said to him and found that he seemed to have missed something in his education of him.

——He doesn’t seem to know how to get along with girls.

Thinking of this, a self-deprecating smile appeared on Zhang Heyao's face.

How could he understand it himself?

If you understand, how can you...

Forget it, forget it.

Zhang Heyao shook his head, not allowing himself to think any further.

But even so, he was no longer sleepy. He got up, put on his clothes, took out the letter the queen had written to him, and read it over and over again.

After reading the letter, the next thing is the court report...

Another sleepless night.

At the same time, Lu Qiniang and Daya were lying on the bed talking.

The mother and daughter reunited after a long separation and had endless things to talk about.

Si Ya was "kidnapped" by Er Ya.

Yun Ting especially likes to tease Si Ya, so he is still staying with Er Ya to talk, and his loud laughter can be heard from time to time.

Si Ya is a very disciplined and well-behaved child.

"Si Ya hasn't gone to bed yet." Lu Qiniang said as she was about to get up, "I'll go check and tell them to go to bed quickly."

"It's okay, mother," Daya said with a smile, "it's still early. She used to finish her studies by this time, and she's in a good mood today, so let her play for a while longer."

"You're still studying this late?" Lu Qin's mother was shocked. "He's just a little kid, it's too hard for him."

"Studying is only hard temporarily. Besides, in the academy, everyone has the same schedule, so it doesn't feel hard at all."

"That's right."

Lu Qiniang talked about Daya's health.

"I knew you weren't telling me the truth. I've already asked Yun Ting."

Yun Ting said that Daya initially wanted to avoid that dog emperor, so she deliberately made herself look pale and thin.

But later, it was all because she was worried about the affairs of the academy and devoted all her energy to it.

It was fine when Jiang Xuan was around. He helped her share a lot of the work and also urged her to eat and rest.

After Jiang Xuan went to Qinzhou, she became even thinner.

Of course, this period of time was also the most tense and worrying time for the situation in the capital.

That's why Daya has become so thin.

"Daya, listen to your mother and take good care of yourself. If we have good health, will we still worry about not having time to do your business in the future?"

"Yes, mother, I know." Daya replied in a soft voice.

"Mother knows that you've suffered a lot these past few years. We're out there, taking care of each other, but you and Jiang Xuan are in the capital, and you have to take care of Si Ya..."

As she spoke, Lu Qiniang's voice choked with sobs.

Daya has been a quiet person since she was young.

No matter how hard or tired he is, or what injustice he suffers, he will never take the initiative to mention it.

"Our family has weathered all kinds of storms, and things are getting better. Mother doesn't really ask for wealth and glory now, she just hopes that our family will be together."

"Yes, mother, we will definitely get better and better." Daya held Lu Qin's mother's hand, "We will definitely be together for a long time in the future."

Lu Qiniang nodded.

Being together as a family is more important than anything else.

She talked to Daya about Jiang Yi's proposal today.

"...In my life, I've always been afraid of interacting with smart people. Because I'm too dumb, I can't react to many things. Daya, tell me what you think about this."

"Mom, tell me first, what do you think?"

Lu Qiniang sighed, "What can I think? To be honest, I'm scared."

It is not easy for their family to get to where they are today.

Things are just getting better.

Now that she has to take the lead, we don’t know what the outcome will be in the future. This heart that has just been put at ease will always be hanging in the air.

"Mother, just tell me what you're afraid of," Daya said. "In recent years, the Empress and I have become closer. But we are mother and daughter, so you don't have to worry."

"Let me first think about this: Is the Queen really trying to stand up for women in the world by doing this, or is she trying to find fault with me to suppress your father and you?"

Lu Qiniang turned her head to look at Daya, with genuine confusion in her eyes.

"Mom, what if it's all of them?" Daya said softly.

Lu Qiniang did not answer immediately.

After thinking for a moment, she said, "Do I have to drink this glass of wine?"

If she must drink, she can drink it, so as to avoid having to drink the penalty drink if she doesn't drink the toast.

But if you can avoid drinking it, that would be best.

Lu Qiniang is satisfied with her life and doesn't want to stand out and become a target.

She always felt that the Queen's behavior, even if her intentions were good, was too aggressive.

I feel like I'm going to be cannon fodder.

The emperor has just ascended the throne and after several years of war, he should rest and recuperate.

As a result, as soon as he came to power, he couldn't wait to promote women to serve as officials in the court. Was this pace too fast?

"I thought, if I can refuse, I will first refuse to the Queen when I return, and then persuade her to slow down."

As for whether to listen or not, that is the queen's own business.

"Mother, you're thinking a lot now. Some things are more thorough than I thought." Daya praised Lu Qinniang generously. "Even after returning to the capital, you don't have to worry about attending any occasions. It will be easy for you."

"Just praise me. If you praise me for a while, the cows will fly all over the sky. Daya, tell me what the queen wants to do and what we should do..."

Lu Qiniang was worried that her refusal would cause a thorn in the Queen's heart.

"Mother, people's hearts are fickle, so you should be so careful."

Daya recounted all the stories of her past dealings with the Queen.

"Right now, I believe that what the Queen wants to do is truly selfless. She wants to speak up and fight for women all over the world."

After years of living together, people’s true nature is revealed over time.

Daya praised the queen highly.

"But..." She changed the subject, "If she gets what she wants in the future, she will have even more power, and may even surpass the emperor..."

That’s hard to say.

Power makes people swell up.

Few can resist the erosion of power.

This matter has nothing to do with gender.

"She can actually surpass the Emperor?" Lu Qiniang was shocked. "She can't possibly want to become the Empress herself."

"Mom, people's hearts are unpredictable. We must always be on guard and prepare for the worst." Daya said seriously.

"Yes, you are right."

Lu Qiniang felt that in front of Daya, she was the child who needed to be taught.

"However, no matter what," Daya's tone became firm again, "my daughter still wants to support the Queen." She had already thought carefully about her position.

"Why?" Lu Qiniang was puzzled.

"Because, since anyone can change their original intentions after gaining power, why not give women a chance to try?" Daya's voice was sharp with reason. "Will the Emperor not become foolish in the future? Will lust blind him? If we, as women, are unwilling to advocate for the advancement of our same-sex relationships, and are even more harsh than men, then won't this world be forever dark for women?"

People are always changing, and this is not a reason for them to reject better possibilities.

"Mother," Daya's voice softened, carrying the emotion of someone who had experienced the vicissitudes of life. "Over the years, I have been in the capital and have seen too many people's ups and downs. I do have many new insights in my heart."

"What are your insights? Tell me now so I can learn something from you."

Lu Qiniang moved closer with curiosity and anticipation, her eyes sparkling in the darkness.

She truly felt that her eldest daughter had stood at a height that she needed to look up to and was clearing the fog for her.