However, the momentum of "Nature" had not yet subsided. On the 20th day of the first lunar month, another newspaper called "Science" came out, and the front-page headline refuted the article published by Gu Zheng in "Nature", with a clear position to separate science from various disciplines.
The two articles were written in a completely different style and language. One was mature and well-reasoned, while the other was sharp and aggressive. If Gu Zheng hadn't admitted it himself, He Qing wouldn't have believed that this gentleman could have been so shrewd.
In the Science newspaper, Gu Zheng used the pen name "Stone from Another Mountain". As expected, no one realized that the two articles were written by the same person. Instead, they split into two factions and started fighting.
Arguments always require supporting evidence. Scholars, in particular, must cite classics and write lengthy passages to fully articulate their position. This forces them to shift from passive to active, searching through piles of old papers they normally disdain for useful material.
Normally, they would write articles and argue with each other, and each would need to find a suitable venue to publicize themselves. Now that they had a ready-made battlefield, the submission boxes of the two newspapers were almost overflowing.
He Qing did not miss this opportunity. It was really difficult to publish a daily newspaper with today's technology, but she finally decided to publish it every five days in order to keep up with hot topics, lead trends, become an indispensable part of the lives of scholars in the capital, and then influence the entire Chu from top to bottom.
In this slow-paced era, this debate, which was deliberately led by He Qing and Gu Zheng and widely participated in by scholars in the capital, has attracted a lot of attention.
The people of Beijing loved to follow the latest trends, and newspaper sales were constantly breaking records. This expense was not easy for ordinary families to afford, but they always had their own ways: they would pool money to buy a copy in the streets and alleys, or go to teahouses and taverns that subscribed to the newspaper and listen to the storytellers' explanations.
This enthusiasm continued until the princes came to Beijing one after another.
The day of the coronation ceremony is approaching.
The newspaper debates hadn't died down, but they were no longer as fresh. The coronation ceremony, however, was something many had never witnessed before and was certainly worth discussing.
However, in this dynasty, this wasn't uncommon. Anyone over twenty had experienced two coronation ceremonies, so facing this third one, they naturally appeared quite relaxed, cooperating with the government's requirements and making every possible preparation.
He Qing had long known that the princes would be coming to Beijing to pay their respects, but she had been so busy with her newspaper work that she couldn't spare the energy to pay attention. If the newspaper hadn't been on the right track and hadn't recruited a group of young students who were enthusiastic about this field over the past few months, she would have almost forgotten about the coronation ceremony.
She was certainly tired, but even Empress Dowager Zhang, who hadn't seen her for many days, said the first thing she said when she saw her: "Master, you look much more energetic."
It's more than just spirit, it's like being full of vigor and vitality.
Unlike her time in the palace, where she was restricted, He Qing had the final say in all matters at the newspaper. Although she didn't particularly enjoy having the final say, she was the one in charge after all, and her mindset was completely different from when she was in the palace, which naturally reflected in her outward appearance.
Hearing Empress Dowager Zhang say this, He Qing realized that she might have been too flamboyant. She quickly covered it up and said with a smile, "I am just an idle person. I don't have to worry about anything big. I am always in good spirits."
After a few pleasantries, Empress Dowager Zhang finally got to the point. "There's something on my mind, but I don't know who to share it with. After much thought, I've decided that I can only ask Master Zhen for advice. You've always been so kind to us, mother and son. Please don't refuse. When Your Majesty grows up, you'll surely remember Master Zhen's kindness."
This was a serious statement. Although He Qing knew it wouldn't be a simple matter, he couldn't refuse. He could only bite the bullet and say, "My abilities are limited, but I am willing to do my best. Please feel free to speak."
After the birth, Aunt Qiu returned to the Grand Empress Dowager. Empress Dowager Zhang, feeling confident, had promoted all the people employed within Kunhua Palace. Even so, she dismissed everyone and lowered her voice to ask, "I heard it was Master Zhen who suggested to the Grand Empress Dowager that we perform a pregnancy test. Is that true?"
"Yes. But it's also because the Empress Dowager is very observant and the Empress Dowager is blessed with great fortune. I just said a few words in vain." He Qing said.
Empress Dowager Zhang did not dwell on this issue. She raised her head and stared at He Qing. "I also heard that before that, the court had already nominated several princes who could inherit the throne. I think it can be true."
He Qing's eyelids twitched, and he finally understood why Empress Dowager Zhang went to such great lengths.
The princes who came to Beijing naturally included those who had been recommended.
Were they aware of this? Were there other forces behind them? Now that the new emperor had been born and the coronation ceremony was imminent, had these people given up hope? Did the princes have other motives in their journey to the capital to pay their respects?
Others may not think about these problems, but Empress Dowager Zhang cannot.
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