The emperor faked his death? Never mind, I will ascend the throne directly!

The poetry meeting was closely watched by the aristocratic families, and Li Chengfeng, as the initiator, was also busy.

He sent "Hidden Dragon" to every corner of the capital to collect information about folk rumors.

The game's plot does not describe these big families in detail, but it also mentions several key treacherous ministers.

Now that Li Chengfeng has traveled through the real Daqian Dynasty, he cannot miss any details.

In recent times, most of the reports submitted by "Yinlong" are related to several major families in the capital, especially their extraordinary emphasis on poetry meetings.

Li Chengfeng knew clearly in his heart that these old stubborn people might be the ones who spread the rumors in the capital.

Since ancient times, people's words are scary, and the tongues of the people are sometimes as powerful as cannonballs.

These people clearly wanted to use the poetry gathering to stir up trouble, spread rumors, and ruin his reputation.

In order to obtain first-hand information, Li Chengfeng decided to go on a secret visit to the people to hear to what extent these rumors had fermented.

He changed into an ordinary blue shirt and came alone to the largest restaurant in the capital - Duweiju.

As soon as I entered the door, I heard a group of people sitting around a table, talking loudly.

"Hey, have you heard? This new emperor is simply a tyrant!"

A burly man with a full beard, wearing a butcher's apron, was spitting out his opinion: "How could a woman be prime minister? It's absolutely ridiculous!"

"you do not say!"

Another man dressed as a farmer echoed, "Since ancient times, have women ever held official positions? This is simply a violation of social order! I think the Daqian Dynasty will end sooner or later!"

"I don't think so."

A middle-aged man in a Confucian robe shook his head and said, "Although Prime Minister Song is a woman, she is very capable and has a good way of governing the country. I think she is much better than those male officials who are just sitting there doing nothing."

"fart!"

The bearded man slammed the table and said, "Women are women, long on hair but short on knowledge!"

To be able to say such things, you may not have much experience. Li Chengfeng thought it was ridiculous and secretly complained to himself.

"What kind of abilities can a woman have? I think Song Yuwei is a demon who brings disaster to the country and the people!"

The people around nodded in agreement. Obviously, in ancient society, it was indeed difficult for the public to accept the idea of ​​women holding official positions.

Li Chengfeng calmly found a corner to sit down, ordered a pot of wine, and listened slowly.

The rumors varied widely, some saying that he was addicted to wine and women and ignored state affairs;

Some say he favored treacherous officials and persecuted loyal officials;

Even more outrageous, some people say that he is the reincarnation of a monster and wants to destroy Daqian.

Li Chengfeng listened to these absurd rumors, but instead of feeling angry, he found them somewhat amusing.

People in ancient times attached great importance to ancestral systems. They were reluctant to throw away outdated ideas that had been deeply rooted for hundreds of years even if they were harmful.

At this time, Feng Rushi stood out from the crowd with bright eyes.

He walked straight up to the group and said loudly, "Everyone, I have something to say, but I don't know if I should say it or not."

"Hey, isn't this Feng Rusi, the scholar?"

The bearded man glanced at him sideways, "Why, you want to join in the fun too?"

Feng Rusi cupped his hands and said calmly, "I just want to say that it's not a bad thing for a woman to be an official."

"Haha, I'm dying of laughter!" The bearded man pointed at Feng Rusi and laughed. "You poor scholar, what do you know? A woman should stay at home to take care of her husband and children. How can you show your face in public?"

"Being a husband and raising children is just one option for women, not the only way out."

Li Chengfeng looked in the direction of the voice and saw a young man in white clothes, who was very elegant and talking.

"Since ancient times, women have been as capable as men, and there are many talented women among them."

"Prime Minister Song is extremely talented and one of the most talented women in the capital."

"Just because she's a woman, should she be deprived of the right to serve her country?"

"Humph! What do you know! Since ancient times, men have been responsible for the outside world and women for the inside world. Women should stay at home to take care of their husbands and children. How can it be improper for them to show their faces in public?"

"This brother is wrong,"

Feng Rusi remained neither humble nor overbearing. "Times are progressing. Shouldn't women learn, progress, and contribute to the country? Are we still clinging to outdated ideas from centuries ago?"

"You...you are spreading rumors to confuse the public!"

The bearded man was furious, but couldn't find the right words to refute.

"Brother, if you say that women serving as officials is a lie to confuse the public, then what about those female heroes and generals recorded in history books?"

"They have defended their country and made outstanding contributions. Could it be that they are also spreading rumors to deceive the public?"

The scholar pressed on step by step, quoting from classics, and left the strong man speechless.

The people around also began to whisper, some agreed with the scholar's point of view, while others insisted on traditional ideas, and the two sides argued endlessly.

Li Chengfeng watched the debate with great interest, his eyes always fixed on Feng Rusi.

This scholar actually had some courage and insight, and he even dared to speak for Song Yuwei in public.

"This brother is right! Women can also hold up half the sky!"

A clear female voice joined the debate.

Everyone looked in the direction of the voice and saw a woman in tight clothes walking towards them. She looked heroic and extraordinary.

"I'm the head of the escort agency. I've traveled a lot and seen a lot of the world."

"Of the women I've met, some are businesswomen, some are doctors, and some wield swords and guns. They're no worse than men, so why can't they become officials?"

"You are a woman, what do you know about governing a country?"

The strong man became angry and wanted to change his target.

"Although I don't know how to govern a country, I do know the moral principles of the underworld!"

The woman remained undeterred, "I have seen corrupt officials oppressing the people, and I have also seen honest officials plead for the people."

"Whether Prime Minister Song is a good official or a bad official, the people will have their own opinions! You are talking nonsense here, aren't you afraid of retribution?"

The strong man was so frightened by the woman's aggressive look that he dared not say anything and left in shame.

The people around gradually dispersed, and the debate ended with the victory of the scholar and the woman.

Li Chengfeng took it all in and became even more curious about this scholar.

He called the waiter and asked in a low voice, "Who was that scholar just now?"

"Sir, the one you're talking about is Feng Rusi, a poor scholar who often comes to our shop to drink."

"However, he is very knowledgeable and talented, but he is unlucky and has never been able to pass the imperial examinations."

Li Chengfeng nodded and said nothing more.

He paid for the drinks, got up and left Duweiju.

Feng Rushi, he remembered this name.

Then he changed direction and headed straight for Zuixianlou.

Li Chengfeng paced on the road leading to Zuixian Tower, still thinking about Feng Rushi's words in his mind.

A down-and-out scholar, yet with such insights, is a talented person.

The last time Li Chengfeng came to Zuixianlou, it was just because he was in a good mood and came to listen to music. He also came with a tentative mentality. After all, brothels are the largest gathering place for information besides teahouses and restaurants.

It's not that he is greedy for beauty, but the top performer in Zuixianlou, Ruxue. When they met last time, Li Chengfeng could tell from the lyrics and music she sang that this person possessed wisdom and foresight that ordinary people could not achieve.

The analysis of the current situation in her lyrics is sharp and to the point.

Today, the capital is in an uproar because of the incident involving Song Yuwei, and he would like to hear what Miss Ruxue has to say.

As you step into Zuixianlou, the familiar scent of cosmetics hits you in the face and the voices of beautiful women surround your ears.

Li Chengfeng walked straight to the private room on the second floor. The madam was impressed by this generous young man and immediately came up to greet him with a smile on her face.

"Hey, Mr. Li, you haven't been here for a while. Miss Ruxue has been thinking about you for a long time."

Li Chengfeng pulled out a silver ingot from his sleeve and stuffed it into the madam's hand: "It's still the same old rules. Miss Ruxue, the best Biluochun."

The madam smiled until her eyes narrowed into slits. She weighed the silver in her hand and immediately responded, "Okay, sir, please wait a moment. I will arrange it right away."