In that grand hall with its carved beams and painted rafters but oppressive atmosphere, his back was slightly bent, and his feet moved slowly as if nailed to the ground, every movement cautious and deliberate.
It was as if the surroundings were filled with invisible minefields. His neck twisted gently like a nimble snake, and his head turned rapidly from side to side, his movements both cautious and urgent.
His eyes were wide open, filled with vigilance and unease. His gaze was like a lightning bolt in the cold night, or a sharp blade, swiftly slicing across the faces of everyone present.
Not missing a single subtle change in expression, trying to discern a possible attitude from the expressions of the crowd.
The people inside the hall were all in different postures, and their expressions were complex and difficult to discern.
The elderly man at the head of the group frowned deeply, his gaze profound, as if he were weighing something.
The young official standing to the side had his arms crossed, his lips slightly downturned, and his face was full of seriousness, as if he was considering the stakes behind the matter.
Another official had a shifty gaze, a hint of doubt in his eyes, and occasionally covered his mouth with a handkerchief, seemingly filled with unease about what was about to happen.
However, the entire hall was deathly silent. No one stepped forward to stop him. Only the occasional rustling of clothes could be heard, which only accentuated the oppressive silence.
After receiving this silent "permission," he first took a deep breath, his chest heaving violently, as if gathering all his strength.
Then, he carefully raised his hand to his mouth, coughed lightly twice, and cleared his throat.
The sound suddenly rang out in the deathly silent hall, breaking the long silence.
Like a pebble thrown into a calm lake, it instantly created ripples, drawing everyone's attention to him.
"Your Majesty, I am filled with trepidation, but I have some heartfelt words that I cannot help but speak out."
Li Jianyi spoke, his voice trembling slightly, tinged with nervousness, yet also revealing a stubbornness that was self-righteous.
He spoke as if his words were the ultimate truth to save the world. As he spoke, he glanced up to observe the emperor's expression.
Trying to catch a glimpse of approval on that dignified face, not missing a single subtle change in expression, he said, "In my humble opinion..."
From birth, a woman should strictly observe the etiquette of her boudoir and regard being a good wife and mother as her life's mission.
To openly appear in the imperial court and participate in national affairs is truly contrary to the right path and violates the principles of morality and ethics.
The ancient proverb says that "men and women should be different." This sense of propriety and ethics is a rule passed down from our ancestors for thousands of years and is the foundation for maintaining national stability and social harmony.
It is an unchangeable principle of the universe, and should never be easily violated.
Nowadays, there are more and more female officials in the imperial court. If this continues, the order of the court may be disrupted, and the rules established by our ancestors will be destroyed.
The very foundation of my Tianxuan Kingdom may be shaken as a result. I humbly beg Your Majesty to immediately order these women to be expelled from the court.
Let them return to their inner chambers, manage household affairs, support their husbands and raise their children, and each keep to their proper place.
Only in this way can our Heavenly Mystery enjoy favorable weather, a long and prosperous reign, and eternal prosperity.
The people can also live and work in peace and contentment in a stable environment.
At this point, Li Jianyi paused, his hands unconsciously clenching tightly in front of him, his knuckles turning white from the force, and fine beads of sweat appearing on his forehead.
He glanced furtively at the Emperor's face again, and seeing that the Emperor's expression was cold and indifferent, he mustered his courage, took a deep breath, and continued to speak eloquently.
At this moment, he was blinded by his own thoughts and completely disregarded the consequences. "Furthermore, although General Mu Yunxi has the great achievements of destroying Qingli Kingdom and recruiting Youmeng Kingdom to surrender,..."
Upon closer examination, it becomes clear that she merely took advantage of the new firearms developed by the Ministry of Works.
This was purely due to the favorable timing and equipment, not because she had any real talent or outstanding skills.
She was just a woman who, by chance, received these external assistance and was fortunate enough to achieve this feat. It is really not a great achievement.
If we were to write a biography and commemorate her achievements simply because of this, it would be difficult to convince the officials and the people of the country.
What would those soldiers who fought valiantly on the battlefield think? It would also seriously damage the solemnity and dignity of national history and mislead future generations.
This could mislead future generations into believing that achieving great deeds is merely a matter of luck and external forces. Your Majesty, I urge you to be discerning, think carefully before acting, and refrain from making decisions that will be criticized by the world.
So as not to discourage the loyal ministers and righteous men of the land, and to shake the very foundation of my Tianxuan Kingdom.
Mu Yunxi stood in a corner of the court, her posture elegant and composed. She wore a moon-white brocade robe, embroidered with exquisite dark patterns.
The collar and cuffs were trimmed with soft fox fur, which further accentuated her outstanding temperament.
Her expression was relaxed and serene, like a calm autumn lake, as she listened quietly to Li Jianyi's eloquent speech.
Her eyes were like a calm, deep pool, without a ripple. Although a hint of displeasure rose in her heart, no anger ignited.
She watched him with amusement, as if he were a street performer.
In her opinion, this person's words were nothing but noise, unable to cause any ripples, after all, there were no such outdated and ridiculous rules in the Tianxuan court.
No matter how eloquent Li Jianyi was, no one would associate with him.
Tianxuan employs people based solely on their talent, regardless of gender, valuing only ability. Why should you get upset over such remarks?
Looking around, the other officials in the court were already indignant.
Some officials clenched their fists so tightly that their knuckles turned white from the force, their bodies trembling slightly as they suppressed their inner anger.
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