Zhao Yi sat on the magnificent dragon throne, his face calm and composed, but his heart was churning with turbulent emotions.
He put himself in Zhao Zhi's shoes and could easily imagine how enormous and complex the obstacles Zhao Zhi encountered in implementing the new policies in Yunchao must have been.
Zhao Zhi implemented a series of reforms in the Yun Dynasty in the hope of revitalizing the country and improving people's livelihoods. However...
These reforms will inevitably affect the interests of those who have already benefited, and will provoke their strong opposition.
At this moment, Zhao Yi truly felt the numerous difficulties Zhao Zhi faced in implementing the new policies, the stubborn resistance of the conservative forces, and the doubts and anxieties of the people about the changes.
Every reform Zhao Zhi implemented could spark heated debates in the court, or even lead to political turmoil.
Zhao Yi understood that Zhao Zhi had to find a delicate balance between maintaining national stability and promoting reform.
His younger sister is much braver than him.
"My lords, please calm down." Zhao Yi's voice was not loud, but it clearly reached everyone's ears.
He slightly raised his hand, signaling everyone to quiet down, his deep eyes gleaming with determination and resolve. "I know your worries, but my mind is made up. It is not for my own selfish reasons, but for the sake of the long-term prosperity of my Great Xuan Dynasty."
Zhao Yi stood up, walked to the front of the hall, and said in a deep and powerful voice: "Since ancient times, the rise and fall of a nation has depended on its talent. And how can the cultivation of talent be limited to gender?"
The Empress of Yun Dynasty, with extraordinary courage and vision, pioneered the establishment of schools for girls, a move that truly aligned with the times and benefited the people. How could our Great Xuan Dynasty lag behind?
He paused for a moment, his gaze sharp as he surveyed the assembled officials, and continued, “My personal journey to Yunchao is not only to learn from their wisdom, but also to demonstrate to the world that our Great Xuan also possesses an inclusive and progressive spirit. As for safety, I am well aware of the situation, and I believe that given the deep friendship between our two nations, Yunchao will certainly treat us with the utmost courtesy.”
At this point, Zhao Yi's tone softened. He looked at the dissenting ministers and said earnestly, "I know you are all loyal and virtuous, and your concern for the country and its people is evident. But times are changing, and we must also adapt to the trend and be courageous in innovation. Although there is no precedent for the establishment of girls' schools, it is an inevitable trend that cannot be reversed. I hope that you can set aside your prejudices and work together to make this a great undertaking."
After he finished speaking, the hall fell into a brief silence.
The ministers all bowed their heads in deep thought, while some looked at each other, seemingly weighing the pros and cons and trying to find a consensus.
Time ticked by, and finally, a middle-aged minister slowly stepped forward. He bowed to the emperor and said respectfully, “Your Majesty’s vision is truly admirable. Although I am foolish, I am willing to share the burden of the country and fully support Your Majesty’s decision. However, Your Majesty’s journey to the west is long and fraught with uncertainty, and must be carefully planned to ensure that nothing goes wrong.”
His words immediately resonated with the other ministers, many of whom nodded in agreement.
Seeing this, Zhao Yi's face gradually revealed a relieved smile. He knew that his decision had begun to gain the understanding and support of his ministers. So, he said loudly, "Excellent! In that case, I will begin preparations immediately, carefully selecting capable people to accompany and protect me. At the same time, I will also send envoys to Yun Dynasty in advance to communicate with them and ensure that this trip goes smoothly."
After speaking, Zhao Yi glanced at the ministers present and smiled.
He suddenly wondered what kind of expressions these ministers would have if they knew that the Empress of Yun Dynasty was their Great Xuan's Princess Chaoyang.
Haha, that would be quite interesting and very exciting.
He was really looking forward to that day.
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