Chu Fan was shocked when he heard Chu Anping's resolute rejection of Chu Hongzhi's proposal. After all, they were all members of the Royal Government Affairs Office, and in a sense, their power even exceeded that of Prime Minister Qin Hui.
However, now a prince is prevented from taking on the task of building a women's army, which makes Chu Fan very confused. He doesn't understand why Chu Anping made such a decision.
Chu Fan couldn't help but ask, "Sixth Master, why don't you let Chu Hongzhi take on the task of building the women's troop?"
Chu Anping immediately replied, "Your Majesty, you don't know that Chu Hongzhi doesn't have a good reputation in Kaifeng City. Before he came to the Imperial Government Office, he was the boss of a brothel. Putting a man like that among women, I don't know what would happen."
After hearing Chu Anping's words, Chu Fan was filled with shock and disbelief. He had never thought that there was such an unknown outstanding person hidden in his family.
Chu Fan looked at the other princes, hoping to get some explanation from them. The other princes nodded, indicating that what Chu Anping said was true.
The atmosphere at the scene became a little subtle, and everyone's eyes were focused on Chu Hongzhi. His face was flushed and he looked very embarrassed and uneasy.
Chu Hongzhi has always tried to cover up his shortcomings in certain aspects. In addition, since he failed to be chosen as emperor by the royal elders, he began to give up on himself and frequently visited brothels, indulging in sensual pleasures.
Seeing Chu Hongzhi's current state, another prince, Chu Guohao, couldn't help but speak up and revealed a little-known fact to those present: "Many of the famous lyrics and songs widely circulated in the brothel were actually written by Chu Hongzhi. He is not only a well-known figure in the brothel, but also has considerable influence in that entertainment venue."
After hearing these words, Chu Fan couldn't help but re-evaluate Chu Hongzhi's ability and character. He realized that if Chu Hongzhi was really made the main person in charge of the women's unit construction task, it would be an extremely dangerous decision.
Because of Chu Hongzhi's bad behavior, if he were to come into contact with the women's army, it would not only harm those female medical soldiers who were willing to serve the country, but could also bring unpredictable negative effects to the entire army. More seriously, such behavior might leave the royal family with a bad impression of greed and lust among the people.
Chu Hongzhi's face flushed with anxiety. He realized that not only might he lose the chance to lead the construction of the new unit, but his reputation and character would also plummet in the eyes of His Majesty. If he allowed others to continue talking, he feared that his position in the Royal Government Affairs Office would be in jeopardy, or even lost.
Chu Hongzhi roared: "I am actually a eunuch."
Everyone in the imperial study was immediately shocked. How could a playboy who had spent years hanging out in brothels say that he was not good at anything as a man? How could this be possible?
Chu Anping's face darkened and he said seriously, "Chu Hongzhi, you must understand that we are now in front of His Majesty. You must be careful with everything you say and do. If you dare to deceive His Majesty, then even if His Majesty is merciful and doesn't punish you, the elders of the royal family will not forgive you."
Chu Hongzhi said, "I am also a member of the royal family. Of course I understand what you said, Sixth Master. But what I said is the truth. At the beginning, I was afraid that you would know that I had this disease, so I often went to brothels to prove myself. Later, after I got familiar with the sisters in the brothel, they were willing to cover up this matter for me.
I have always wanted to do something to repay them. Writing songs and lyrics for them can only increase their fame, but it can't help them with much practical problems.
During the time he stayed in the brothel, he often heard that the girls there would get sick. However, no one was willing to treat them. After all, in the eyes of those doctors, these brothel girls were lowly people and not worthy of their treatment.
And now, Your Majesty wants to form a female medical corps. Then, there will be many female doctors. Since they are all women, it will be much easier for them to treat the sisters in the brothel. And there will be no distinction between men and women.
Chu Fan was also stunned when he heard Chu Hongzhi's words. Why did this sound like a plot from a third-rate novel?
Chu Fan said, "Regardless of whether your story is true or not, the most important thing to confirm now is whether you are a eunuch. Little Li, take him down to check your body."
Eunuch Li stepped forward and said to Chu Hongzhi, "Your Majesty, please follow me to the side hall to verify your identity."
Chu Hongzhi did not embarrass Eunuch Li but followed him out of the imperial study. When Chu Hongzhi calmly followed Eunuch Li out, Chu Fan and others began to believe what Chu Hongzhi said from the bottom of their hearts.
Not long after, Eunuch Li returned and reported, "Your Majesty, Chu Hongzhi is indeed a eunuch."
Eunuch Li's voice echoed in the imperial study, plunging everyone present into deep thought. A complex emotion crossed Chu Anping's face. It seemed he still didn't understand his younger generation. He had always thought Chu Hongzhi was just a womanizer, obsessed with women. He had never imagined Chu Hongzhi was just trying to cover up his physical flaws.
Chu Hongzhi returned to the imperial study and calmly said to Chu Fan, "Your Majesty, now that you know my secret, I beg you to let me take charge of the establishment of the women's medical corps. I am willing to spend the rest of my life helping those forgotten women."
Chu Fan was silent for a moment and then slowly spoke: "Chu Hongzhi, I approve your request. But you must understand that even though we are building a female medical unit, they are still soldiers of our Wei State, and they still need to undergo the necessary training. And you must abide by all the regulations. Are you really ready?"
Chu Hongzhi bowed deeply. "Your Majesty, I am ready. I am willing to dedicate everything I have to those women in need and to the millions of women in Wei."
Chu Fan knew Chu Hongzhi's determination, and after considering Chu Hongzhi's experience, he sighed and said, "You are physically ill, but the royal family is one family, so who would laugh at you?"
When Chu Fan said this, he saw Chu Hongzhi looking at Chu Anping, as if to say that if he had said in the past that he was a eunuch, Chu Anping would definitely laugh at him.
Chu Fan pretended not to notice Chu Hongzhi's hint and continued, "If there are women in the royal family who want to join this female medical corps, they can join. After all, the royal family is also the people of Wei, and we should treat the people of Wei equally."
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