HBWnovel Chapter 198 Flattery Never Fails
Chapter 198 Flattery Never Fails
The emperor's expression softened considerably after hearing this, and he then noticed Huai Sheng standing beside him.
"Mu Huaisheng, you are the 'folk physician' personally appointed by me, and you are also a woman."
"Tell me, is it possible for a woman to participate in a scientific expedition?"
Mu Huaisheng heard the sound above her head, and cold sweat began to break out on her forehead. Li Xiangmo also put his arm next to hers.
Feeling the support of his comrades, Huai Sheng composed himself, wiped his sweat, and replied:
"Your Majesty, I have been ordered by Your Majesty to travel and provide free medical care in the countryside for many years."
Most of the women I've met are stuck in the mud, yet they're still trying to survive.
There are also some exceptionally talented women who, simply because they are women, are confined to the four corners of the backyard.
When I saw them, I felt pity for them, but if these women confided in me, I would also encourage them to have hope for the world!
"Oh? Why is that?"
"It's because of His Majesty!"
"Because of me?"
"Exactly!"
Tell me about it~
"As you command!"
When I grew up, I gained the emperor's favor and was granted the title of "Imperial Physician of the People".
But before me, there was General Yan, who guarded the border, and he and his wife are still stationed at Yu Ri Pass.
Everyone on the border knows that General Yan is a woman who is no less capable than any man.
This is all because His Majesty appoints people based on their merits. To this day, General Yan is still the main general guarding Yu Riguan.
Your Majesty's appointment of General Yan is absolutely brilliant!
In addition, General Li was completely obedient to General Yan in matters of military intelligence.
In terms of charging into battle, there is still few in our dynasty who can compare with General Li.
However, General Li was well aware of his own shortcomings and had even greater faith in His Majesty's wise decisions.
Looking at the peace and stability on the border over the years, one can see that His Majesty is a master strategist.
With the well-being of all people at heart, his decisions, though unconventional, are always for the best for the people.
Huai Sheng glanced at the emperor, who smiled slightly.
"Get up, everyone!"
"What kind of image does kneeling have? Go on and tell me."
"There are certainly more than just one or two adults who oppose this matter."
But you gentlemen are all virtuous and capable people who have studied the classics and have won His Majesty's favor.
Could it be that the adults read fake books?
"Oh? How do you say this?"
"Your Majesty, very few women in the world have the opportunity to concentrate on their studies."
The women first had to busy themselves with learning how to make a living, doing miscellaneous tasks such as embroidery, clothing making, and bookkeeping.
Reading is simply something I do in my spare time, something that comes to mind.
If such a thing were true, the chances of a woman actually participating in the scientific expedition would be extremely slim.
Are the adults objecting because they're afraid of losing face?
He studied hard for years, yet he couldn't compare to a woman?
Many adults say that since ancient times, male superiority and female inferiority have been natural and ethical principles.
All men in the world are born under the skirts of women, yet they so demean women.
His Majesty, the Son of Heaven, is known throughout the land for his utmost filial piety towards the Empress Dowager.
Why do the officials whom His Majesty trusts so much demean women?
She knew in her heart that she was inferior to a woman, and that His Majesty was a wise ruler.
Are you afraid of being ridiculed in the future, of being known by the world that you are inferior to those you once looked down upon?
Huai Sheng quickly glanced at everyone's expressions:
The old emperor's expression remained unchanged.
Qi Luan's expression was unreadable, but his eyes were bright with encouragement, while the other adults' faces were not very pleasant.
"I don't know about other people, but I'll just talk about myself. I had the good fortune to be taught to read and write by the Taibao Master for a few years when I was young."
My personal experience: I benefited greatly.
If one doesn't acquire more knowledge, their understanding of medical skills will be different.
Today I also have no opportunity to stand in the Imperial Study and treat His Majesty.
The old emperor nodded almost imperceptibly, which put Huai Sheng at ease.
"His Majesty also encourages princesses, and many adults, to educate their daughters so that they may understand reason and morality."
I share the same thought as Dr. Li; I believe that reading is definitely a good thing for people.
As for women participating in the imperial examinations, it was still unknown whether they could pass.
There are very few women who can pass the imperial examinations and share His Majesty's burdens like I have. I believe they are not ordinary women.
Furthermore, gentlemen, regardless of gender, there will always be students who pass the imperial examinations with flying colors.
It has nothing to do with you gentlemen; everyone is doing their own job, mainly to share the burden of His Majesty and bring benefits to the people.
Furthermore, I believe in His Majesty's wisdom; neither men nor women will allow his precious gem to be tarnished!
His Majesty will make a wise decision.
The old emperor glanced at the officials, who were somewhat apprehensive.
Huai Sheng quickly seized the opportunity and continued:
Looking across the four seas~
To this day, only our Great Hao Emperor has appointed a woman as an official, and the result is evident to all under heaven.
It contains the wise and mighty General Yan, and ordinary people like me.
With a new ruler in Tibet, the people of Tibet, under Your Majesty's wise guidance, have begun to live like human beings.
It is clear that His Majesty appoints 'virtuous and capable' officials.
As Your Majesty's "private physician," I only know how to do what Your Majesty assigns.
The appointment of 'virtuous and capable' still requires His Majesty's wise decision.
I have no opinion on women participating in scientific expeditions.
I am so glad that those women were born in the Great Hao Kingdom and had such a wise ruler as Your Majesty!
Hahaha~
Hahahahaha~
Well said, you truly are my 'private physician'!
He cured the people's illnesses and even cured my headaches!
Okay, okay~
"It is His Majesty's wisdom and profound blessings that protect all people!"
Qi Luan quickly knelt down and accepted the compliment.
"I grant permission for women to participate in the imperial examinations!"
Elder Peng and Elder Fang, you and Qi Luan will be in charge of the imperial examinations the year after next.
"At that time, I will invite the Empress Dowager to come and take a look!"
"The minister obeys the order!"
The three adults knelt down together to receive the decree.
"We just went through a major disaster and an epidemic, and it was only with great difficulty that we brought it under control."
The vice ministers of each ministry still have the leisure to worry about the imperial examinations; it seems they are all doing a good job!
Eldest brother, starting tomorrow, take your younger brothers to each department and see how well they are doing their jobs.
Is he truly trying to alleviate the suffering of the people?
"We are terrified!"
The officials quickly knelt down.
"Yes, Your Majesty! I obey the decree!"
"You may all leave now!"
The several vice ministers hurriedly withdrew.
"Mr. Mu, stop calling yourself a 'folk physician' and just call yourself a royal physician!"
"Your Majesty, I have already been receiving the salary of a physician, and Physician Li also calls me Junior Sister."
Your humble servant has long been your medical examiner, but you have always appointed me to serve the common people and bring them benefits.
I have been doing a good job all these years, and I go out to provide free medical consultations whenever I have free time.
Once I return to Yedu, I'll take His Majesty's pulse, manage the household affairs, and earn some money.
Your Majesty, I will use the money earned from the shop you bestowed upon me to provide free medical services.
Although I have never had any great ambitions since I was a child, I have gradually developed a sense of righteousness in my heart over the years of sharing Your Majesty's burdens.
Your Majesty's treatment of me as an adult is like that of the Grand Tutor to me as a child.
They are all my mentors, who taught me by word and deed.
Your actions have influenced my actions; your noble spirit of serving the world has influenced me.
I dare not deceive Your Majesty. I have traveled extensively and even visited other countries, where I have provided free medical treatment to the people on Your Majesty's behalf.
Your Majesty's heart is with the world, and all the poor and suffering people are the same in Your Majesty's eyes.