Chapter 38: Madam Cui is so talented and virtuous, why not join me in conquering the Imperial City?

Forty-five scholars and students came forward one by one to give their interpretations. Some won applause from the whole room, while others were exposed for their inner shame and misconduct, and were left disappointed.

Of course, both are in the minority.

By the time Murong Shuanghua was the last one to come on stage, there were already thirty-six people left, and only eight were eliminated.

Everyone's heart tightened when they heard Murong Shuanghua talk about the former Zhenbei Marquis Mansion.

Everyone in the world knows that the King of Northern Yan is Yan Sanlang of the former Zhenbei Marquis Mansion, and everyone knows why he rebelled.

But what happened in the Zhenbei Marquis Mansion back then was too tragic, who would dare to mention it?

Cui Si frowned slightly after hearing this, thinking that Murong Shuanghua was too aggressive.

If Yan Xingchuan is angered, it will be counterproductive.

After hearing this, Yan Xingchuan's expression didn't seem to change. He simply asked her, "People say that I am a disloyal traitor and a disgrace to the Yan family's loyal ancestors. Do you agree with that?"

This question made Murong Shuanghua almost break out in a cold sweat.

If Murong Shuanghua answered "It is a disgrace to our ancestors", it would mean that Yan Xingchuan should not have rebelled. Such behavior is a serious mistake of disloyalty and unfilial piety, and it is also a criticism of the monarch.

If Murong Shuanghua answered "It is not to bring shame to our ancestors", then he should say "If the king has no virtue, the ministers may be disloyal, and they should be punished and attacked" to clear Yan Xingchuan's name.

But now she wants to be someone's subject, so she said this kind of thing. It's not like she's courting death, but he will definitely think that you are not loyal enough and are not up to the task.

Cui Si was also worried about Murong Shuanghua.

Murong Shuanghua frowned and pondered for a long time, then suddenly knelt down and said: "Replying to the King of Beiyan, the ancestors are not my ancestors, I dare not comment on them."

"But you are my king, and I am willing to die for you, even if it means death."

This was a bit of a fortuitous remark. She didn't dare to comment on the Zhenbei Marquis Mansion, and ignored the issue of "bringing shame to the ancestors". There was no need to judge whether Yan Xingchuan was right or wrong.

But since she had recognized the monarch, she swore allegiance to him, even at the cost of her life.

The answer was not the best, but the person was loyal and there was nothing wrong with him.

Yan Xingchuan didn't comment on whether his answer was good or not. Instead, he turned around and asked Cui Si, "I've heard that Cui Liuniang is incredibly intelligent. If I were to ask Madam Cui this question, how would you respond?"

Cui Si's face almost turned dark when she heard this.

Her fingers tightly gripped the fan handle, and she looked at him with a dagger in her eyes.

Is this guy done yet? Can't he just let her go?

Cui Si was extremely impatient, but since Yan Xingchuan asked, she couldn't just turn a blind eye and not answer.

So she asked Yan Xingchuan, "I, the subject, would like to ask the King of Northern Yan, why have there been so many dynasties since ancient times, and why have dynasties changed so frequently?"

"How is the Great Zhou doing now? Why is the King of Northern Yan standing here?"

Why?

Naturally, it was because the emperor was incompetent and there were too many tragic things in the world, so so many people rose up in rebellion, for themselves and for the benefit of the world.

Yan Xingchuan replied, "It is naturally because the king is immoral or incompetent in governing the country."

Cui Si smiled and said, "If that's the case, why does the King of Northern Yan ask such a ridiculous question? You want to avenge a blood feud, you want to bring justice to the suffering people of the world, these are both great and virtuous deeds."

"Moreover, you must have confidence, believe that you are a virtuous ruler, and believe that your descendants will also be virtuous rulers. If so, who in the world would not be loyal to you? Not loyal to the Yan family?"

"If the country's prosperity lasts for thousands and thousands of years, it will truly be a long and lasting journey."

Yan Xingchuan raised an eyebrow: "Madam Cui, are you advising me to be a virtuous ruler?"

"Isn't the King of Northern Yan a virtuous ruler?" Cui Si's tone was calm and unmoved. "Isn't it precisely because the King of Northern Yan is a virtuous ruler that we, the Cui family, are willing to serve as Yan's ministers and serve him at his command?"

"Madam Cui is right." Yan Xingchuan smiled, then suggested, "Madam Cui is so talented and virtuous. Why don't you join me in planning for Northern Yan and one day capture the Imperial City and bring justice to the people of this world?"

how?

Of course not!

If it were her in her previous life, she might have been seduced by his lofty ambitions and followed him to conquer the world and bring peace to the people.

But after all the hard work and dedication in the previous life, I am indeed tired.

In her next life, she wanted to live a peaceful and tranquil life to make up for the regrets of her previous life.

But Yan Xingchuan's timing in asking this question was quite scheming.

Now that the Cui family has just joined Yan Xingchuan, it is time for them to show their loyalty. If they are unwilling, and she can't give a decent reason, then it would be disrespectful to the monarch.

She couldn't use the excuse that she was a woman. If she said that, where would Murong Shuanghua stand in front of her? Where would all the women in the world stand?

Isn't this blocking their path to advancement?

This reason is hard to find.

This is clearly forcing her to board his pirate ship!

"Please forgive me, King of Northern Yan." Cui Jing immediately stood up and bowed, rescuing Cui Si. "This matter cannot be decided by A Si alone. Please, King of Northern Yan, allow us to discuss it with you."

Yan Xingchuan saw that Cui Si looked unhappy and didn't even want to look at him. Her half-drooped eyelashes cast a shadow under her eyes, and she was quiet and silent.

She looked like this, probably because she was angry.

After thinking for a moment, Yan Xingchuan didn't ask any further questions: "Then I will wait for news from the Cui family."

"good."

Seeing that he was always staring at Cui Si, Cui Jing did not dare to let Cui Si stay here any longer, so he said to Cui Changyou,

"Uncle, my father and I are currently accompanying the King of Northern Yan. Please take Liu Niang and go fetch Wu Lang. Grandmother must be waiting anxiously at home."

Cui Changyou didn't want to stay here anymore. He nodded repeatedly after getting such a serious excuse:

"Exactly. If you hadn't mentioned it, I would have forgotten. Mother must be getting anxious waiting for her. Then, Prince of Northern Yan, Second Brother, we will take our leave first, so that Mother won't get anxious waiting for no one at home."

Yan Xingchuan was very satisfied with today's results, so he didn't try to keep them any longer. "Since that's the case, please go ahead. I will go visit the old lady of the Cui family later."

Cui Jing's mouth stiffened. He felt that this man was too impatient and was pressing him step by step.

But in the end, he agreed: "The Cui family will certainly welcome you with open arms and await your arrival."

At this time, Cui Changyou, Cui Si and Jiang Cinian were finally able to escape and leave.

After the group bowed and took their leave, they went down the mountain without stopping for a moment. Only when they reached the mountain gate, got on the carriage, and set off again did they breathe a sigh of relief.

Cui Si threw the silk fan in her hand onto the carriage.

"Yan Xingchuan!"

This shameless bastard!

Son of a bitch!

Why are you coming here to bother her?

Now that he has been reborn, why doesn’t he go find his good cousin, the Queen!

Can't we just part ways, live our own lives in peace, and never walk apart again?!