Chapter 1 Chapter 1 I am a feminist, so what?
Menstruation.
The fire left by Nuwa and the nectar brewed by Guanyin Bodhisattva.
Humans will never be able to stop worshipping the existence of menstruation.
It is a symbol of vitality, a gift of creativity, and a preference of natural forces.
When a woman feels the tides surging in her endometrium, it is as if she has gained the supernatural power inherited from the mother river that has flowed for thousands of years, indicating that she is about to learn to become the god who dominates life.
Therefore, the arrival of menstruation marks the coming of age day.
In ancient times, people would tell each other about it and shout loudly, "Good things are coming." This custom has been passed down to the modern era, and the menarche ceremony is still the most celebrated day in a woman's life. Whenever friends and family raise a toast together to celebrate, it is not only the protagonist of the blessing ceremony, but also a consolation for the inheritance of civilization.
Sui Yi certainly knew this truth.
This is also the reason why he turned down all his plans and appeared at Langton Manor.
Although he has always been reluctant to waste time at various social banquets, his mother, Mrs. Sui, is still on a business trip on the other side of the ocean and cannot come back. As the only male in the Sui family's main branch, how can he not attend his cousin Sui Xingjia's most important menarche ceremony?
Otherwise it would be too rude.
After greeting his aunt and uncle, Mr. Sui ignored those who tried to approach him to start a conversation. He sat down on the sofa at the edge of the banquet hall, and a vague vacuum zone formed around him.
Soon, the man with chestnut curly hair came over, extended his hand to clink glasses with him, and said jokingly, "Hey, Mr. Sui, you're actually free to attend the banquet today. Are you not busy with your big project?"
Sui Yi raised his eyes and adjusted his gold-rimmed glasses. "The project has basically been on track these past two days. With so many people in the group, it doesn't require me to personally oversee it."
"However, Chen Heng is ill and can't come, so she asked me to bring a gift." He looked at his childhood friend, who was wearing delicate makeup, and tapped the bracelet on her wrist with his fingertips. "But why isn't your fiancée here?"
Xianglin City is a land of immense value, teeming with wealthy families. Yet, the Sui family has maintained an unshakable position within the city for years, consistently ranking as the wealthiest family. The wise decisions made by Sui Chengyu, the chairman of the Sui family, since taking office have enabled the Sui Group to smoothly navigate its transition and even reach new heights.
Because the heads of the Sui and Qu families have a close relationship, Sui Yi and Qu Rending naturally became childhood friends.
Unlike Sui Yi, who had to shoulder the heavy responsibility of inheriting the family business, Qu Rendong had older sisters and younger sisters, so it wasn't his turn to take over the company. He simply pursued a doctorate in medicine based on his own interests and had recently become engaged to a well-matched woman from the Fu family.
Qu Rending frowned when he heard this, but quickly relaxed.
He raised his head, raised his glass, and drank it all. "Women, as always, put their careers first. It just so happens that I have to fly to Melipa tomorrow. This is a business marriage, and we only need to get what we need. There's no need to be stuck together all the time."
Sui Yi put down his wine glass and sneered, "You are just being obedient."
The word "marriage" does not include men but does include women, so it is obvious that it will not be good for men.
At least for a proud radical male chauvinist like Sui Yi, he doesn't want to beg his wife for a little charity all day long, and revolve around housework and children like those spoiled husbands.
He wants to get the script with the male lead.
"Ayi, you are Mr. Sui's only son and the future heir of the Sui family. You are not inferior to women in the business world, so it's no big deal if you don't get married. But Aunt Sui will not agree to you not getting married." Qu Rending glanced at him and shook his head.
Men do not have the honor of getting pregnant and giving birth to children. If they do not get married, they will never have offspring in this life. Then who will inherit the Sui family's wealth in the future?
Rich and powerful families inevitably have some traditional ideas. If you want to hold on to the power of the family, you must obey the family rules.
Qu Rending knew that Sui Yi didn't like to hear this, so he swallowed the rest of the words.
Sui Yi really didn't want to talk too much. The light flowing through his glasses masked his gloomy eyes. He changed the subject: "I heard that the Mary Medical Award ceremony is about to be held. I think I should be able to see Dr. Qu on the live broadcast?"
"Mr. Sui is well-informed. Nothing can be hidden from you."
Qu Rendong smiled and sat down. "The research our team participated in successfully reduced labor pain from level 1 to level 0.4. This is a remarkable achievement for all of humanity. Even my master said he'd throw us a celebration banquet when he gets back!"
Sui Yi curled his lips, a slight smile forming on his face. The obsidian button on the collar of his tightly-fitting shirt trembled slightly as he spoke. "If I remember correctly, your mentor's mentor was Academician Zhao, right? Eighty years ago, it was she who led the team in completely overcoming the problem of dysmenorrhea, making the blessing of happy menstruation applicable to all women."
"My grandmother also invested in her. It's amazing to have you as a teacher in the Department of Women's Medicine."
"I love what you said, Yi." Qu Rendong had a gentle demeanor and spoke slowly and calmly. "There have always been very few male students majoring in women's studies. It would be meaningful if I could achieve something."
“Bang—”
In the center of the banquet hall, a silver Gothic clock with a snake wrapped around a rose rang, announcing the arrival of noon.
My cousin Sui Xingjia, wearing a modified loose crinoline culottes, accompanied my mother and father to the stage to deliver a speech.
Her satin skirt was very long, embroidered with luxurious dark and bloody accessories, and layers of pearl chains hung from her chest, which was particularly eye-catching under the gold and crystal chandelier.
This is somewhat strange and inappropriate to the traditional aesthetic of the upper class.
But none of the guests in the room showed any unusual expression.
As soon as Sui Yi entered the room, he guessed that this ceremony was planned by his cousin herself.
She is young and her preferences change every day. Recently, she must be preferring Western style, otherwise she would not have chosen the castle in Langton Manor, which has a strong medieval aristocratic flavor.
He remembered that he had bought a high-quality ruby, so he decided to ask the butler to find it and give it to her, and she could decide what to carve on it.
"I remember that Ayi also liked strange toys when he was a child. If Aunt Sui hadn't forbade it, you might be as lively as Xingjia now." Qu Rending just sighed casually.
Sui Yi was stunned for a moment and lowered his eyes: "People's preferences change. What you liked then may not be what you like now."
But, he couldn't like it.
Just assume you don’t like it.
Girls are more lively and have more stamina, and since it's a good time in life, of course we should follow their ideas. As for boys, they should behave like boys from a young age. They can be strong but not out of line.
I'm used to this world of my beloved daughter...
It's as if women's medicine has advanced so far and continues to expand its scope in pursuit of breakthroughs, while at the same time, there has been very little progress in men's medicine. Who would prioritize the needs of men as the secondary sex?
"Mr. Sui is truly radiant today."
After the speech on the stage ended, everyone raised their arms and applauded, but they could not cover up the familiar voice that slowly reached his ears.
Sui Yi tightened his lips and turned his head to see Mr. Zheng and others from Mingyue Technology. He looked away and ignored them.
President Zheng's lips curled up, a thick layer of false affability covering his face. His smile didn't reach his eyes. He stepped forward amidst the cold atmosphere and raised his glass. "Congratulations to Mr. Sui for winning the government-led 'New Seedling' project. It seems this big pie is destined to be enjoyed by the Sui family alone. The rest of us really can't hope for such a blessing!"
"After all, this is a new era of gender equality. Don't you know that men have priority?" Zhou Group's Jay Chou approached with his young male companion, a hint of sternness hidden in his brow. "Old Zhao, Mr. Sui is a man who is not inferior to women. After all, we are all women, and he is the only man. Let him win, okay?"
"Jay is still so generous, hahahaha..."
Qu Rending's expression changed slightly.
These celebrities and powerful people have been immersed in the business world for many years and are of the same generation as Sui Chengyu.
Losing to Sui Dong in the past was fine, but now, at the project bidding meeting, they were outshined by a junior, who was even a man. How could they let this go?
It is impossible to start a real business war in a fit of anger, but a few sarcastic remarks are inevitable.
If he knew it, how could Sui Yi not know it?
A woman’s gentleness is warmth and strength, while a man’s gentleness means weakness and vulnerability; a woman’s strength is perseverance and wisdom, while a man’s strength is accused of being too tough.
So if Sui Chengyu stood here, no one would dare to say anything, and would even rush to curry his favor. But a young male CEO like him in power would inevitably face more provocations, both overt and covert.
"Xiao Sui, you're not young anymore. It's hard for older men to get married. The aunts have watched you grow up. Why don't you help Aunt Lu find someone for you?"
"Hey, Mr. Lu, what you said isn't quite right." Someone laughed. "Mr. Sui is really ambitious. I'm afraid he wants to be an independent man and never get married!"
President Zheng continued, "Independent men? Isn't that just the self-entertainment of poor men? I often see online that many young men nowadays say they hate women. It turns out that it's because they are extremely womanizing but no one loves them, so they say those things to attract women's attention-"
She turned her head, a hint of contempt in her eyes: "Boss Sui, you are definitely not as low-class as them..."
Sui Yi's profile was cold and hard, as still as a mountain.
He poured half a glass of red wine himself, and without raising his eyelids, he said lightly: "If you all like to be humble, any good projects in the future can be given to Sui. Sui will be happy to accompany you. Oh, there is no need to give up those debt-ridden subsidiaries. You can keep them as treasures for yourselves."
The surroundings suddenly became quiet, and the sound of sneers began to reappear.
"Xiao Sui, it's tiring for boys to be too strong-willed." The dance music for the banquet gradually grew louder, and as the crowd dispersed, Director Zhou turned around and said something ambiguous, "The Sui family is under the sole control of Director Sui, but the Sui family can't be without a daughter to take over. Hey, who knows, you might even have a younger sister someday?"
Daughter, daughter comes before son.
Son, the son is among the sons.
Both simple titles can distinguish the tendency of women being superior to men.
Sui Yi knew that the influence of the matriarchal clan was so profound that the characters or words next to the character for "woman" occupied the center of expression. This was an unchangeable fact caused by history and culture.
He was just a little bit unwilling to be invisible as a man.
It was as if all his efforts to resist were in vain.
Even his mother's appreciation and affirmation of him became a shield before the prince appeared in the eyes of others.
Qu Rendong patted his shoulder and said, "They are a bunch of old feudalists, full of feminism. They certainly didn't expect the son of the Sui family to be so outstanding. Now that they see you, they are just talking nonsense to save face. Don't take it to heart."
Sui Yi nodded, but he no longer had the heart to appreciate the dancing of the elegantly dressed guests. He just took out his headphones and put them on without saying a word.
Seeing this, Qu Rending thought that he was going to deal with work again, and thought that his good brother was really a career-oriented man, so he also went about his social greetings step by step.
Sui Yi held his mobile phone and opened the short video platform.
He was very busy most of the time and didn't watch many videos, but the feeling of powerlessness in his heart suddenly made him want to swallow some fragmented happiness.
"What do you think of feminism? I am one of them."
The woman had a hoarse voice and her long, straight hair was loose. She looked down at the camera and calmly admitted the "accusation."
Sui Yi was overwhelmed by the textured sound coming through his headphones. His fingers curled up involuntarily for a moment, and for some reason he didn't swipe away from the live broadcast room titled "When You See the World from a First-Person Perspective."
The male voice on the other end of the microphone clearly hadn't expected such an answer. He paused and then slowly said, "Then, anchor, you keep making these statements about loving men. Are you trying to make money from this?"
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