Fantasy: After transmigrating, I effortlessly became a god.

Chapter 200 Don't Forget Your Original Intention

Zheng Qian raised his hand and pressed down, and everyone quieted down. He then spoke loudly.

"Seeing through appearances to grasp the essence is the most basic ability of us scholars. Today's last question is about a king's love and neglect of state affairs. Everyone, analyze carefully whether the word 'love' implies a denigration of women's status. You are still here talking about male superiority and female inferiority. Have you not properly understood the question?"

As soon as Zheng Qian finished speaking, the candidates burst into wails.

"Oh dear, now that you mention it, I made a mistake. All my poems and lyrics condemn women as femme fatales. I made a mistake."

"Oh no, I also belittled women. I got a 35, I'm doomed."

"What's wrong with you cursing women? I'm cursing the king."

"Insulting the monarch? You won't even get five out of thirty-five. Your first subject is ruined."

Dong Hao said excitedly, "Haha, Zheng Qian, you and I think alike. Actually, I wrote that both kingship and love can be obtained, and they don't conflict."

"Most importantly, I share your view that the idea of ​​male superiority and female inferiority should be discarded. There are only two kinds of people in the world: men and women. Women should not be inferior to men because we are all human beings."

After saying that, Dong Hao reached out his hands and helped Zheng Qian down.

Zheng Qian looked at Dong Hao and smiled, a smile that held a deeper meaning.

Dong Hao is the crown prince, a man of noble status, yet he deliberately cultivated a relationship with him several times, which puzzled Dong Hao.

Could it be that she's trying to get close to the dean?

"Bean sprout, what is your ideology? Do you support gender equality, or male chauvinism?"

"I am ashamed." Dong Hao's expression was unusually serious as he said in a deep voice, "The issue of male superiority and female inferiority is something I have always wanted to solve. The newness of the Crescent Moon Kingdom means abandoning old ideas. The gender equality that Zheng Qian talked about is a social problem that our generation of young people needs to solve, and we cannot leave it to the next generation."

Politicians, that's what politicians are all about.

His words contradicted himself, and he blatantly lied. He was nothing more than that.

Zheng Qian picked up the teacup and said to Dong Hao, "When you become emperor in the future, don't forget what you said today. On behalf of the women of the Crescent Moon Kingdom, I, Zheng Qian, offer you a bowl of tea instead of wine!"

Dong Hao raised his teacup, drank it all in one gulp, and winked at Zheng Qian.

“Zheng Qian, if you come to the Crescent Moon Kingdom, you can choose any official position except for the throne. Whether it is prime minister or national advisor, Dong Hao will offer it to you with both hands as long as you say the word.”

Fan Tiexue and Mo Li gasped; the offer Dong Hao made was far too tempting.

Mo Li hurriedly said, "Your Highness, please have some self-respect. Zheng Qian is a student of our academy and naturally belongs to Guangxiang Kingdom. How could he possibly go to Xinyue Kingdom to take up a post? I hope you will not cause any misunderstanding between our two countries and affect our relations."

The higher-ups have analyzed Dong Hao, especially Fan Tiexue, who fought against him.

He has a keen eye, superb methods, an outgoing personality, and is prone to exaggeration. However, he always keeps his promises, so no one in the Crescent Moon Kingdom can threaten his position as crown prince, making him a sure-fire successor to the throne.

Most importantly, Emperor Xinyue was old and frail. He had twice asked Dong Hao to succeed him to the throne, but Dong Hao declined, citing his father's presence, his upright posture, and his stable backing.

Now, Dong Hao has almost complete control over the affairs of the Crescent Moon Kingdom.

They didn't know why Dong Hao valued Zheng Qian so much.

Fan Tielan stared intently at Zheng Qian, wondering if he was really that capable.

Zheng Qian was also very puzzled and said with a smile, "Bean sprout, we've just met, don't joke like that. If I take it seriously, you'll regret it."

"Haha." Dong Hao laughed heartily, "A gentleman's word is as good as his bond. What I, Dong Hao, say, I will absolutely do."

What's this guy up to?

Zheng Qian had no idea what trick Dong Hao was up to, and looked at the others questioningly. Fan Tiexue and Mo Li also shook their heads, not knowing either.

Dong Haomen knew that the change of the throne in Wuyan Kingdom was orchestrated by Zheng Qian alone, who launched a military rebellion and miraculously captured the palace. This had already entered the ranks of the New Moon Kingdom's high-level tactical analysis.

Four months ago, he was just a weakling in the Body Refinement Realm, but in just one month, he caused the throne of a country to change hands.

He is now a Bone Shaping Mirror expert undergoing the Ninefold Tribulation, crossing a major realm. Such a speed of repair is unparalleled in the fifty countries.

Most importantly, Zheng Qian was noticed by the dean.

Who is the Dean? He is a god above fifty nations. Anyone he chooses can be supported by the entire Crescent Moon Kingdom.

If the dean really accepts Zheng Qian as his apprentice, Dong Hao will not only support him, but will also hand over the country to Zheng Qian and follow him.

This is the charm of Dean Yun.

It must be said that Dong Hao's news spread faster and wider than that of Guangxiangguo.

They also have a very sharp eye.

The Second Prince, Lu Cilin, ordered his advisors to investigate Zheng Qian's background, but there's still no news.

Crown Prince Lu Yan and Second Prince Lu Cilin's attitude towards Zheng Qian was to kill him and seize his destiny.

Dong Hao's attitude towards Zheng Qian was exactly the opposite: to be friends, to shape their fortunes together, and to share their fortunes.

"Bean Sprout, thank you for your suggestion, but I only want to roam the world with a sword and have no interest in power, so I can only decline your offer."

Zheng Qian didn't want to argue about such things; he only pursued the strength to roam the world with his sword, to be a chivalrous hero, and to live a carefree life.

Clang... Clang... Clang...

The second exam began with the sound of three bronze bells.

Classics, history, philosophy, and literature; discussions of the past and present.

This is the name of the second subject.

This subject tests the participants' mastery and understanding of ancient classics and historical texts from fifty countries. From ancient myths to contemporary events, from governance to self-cultivation and family management, participants must cite classical texts and draw upon a wide range of sources to conduct in-depth discussions on a specific topic, demonstrating their profound cultural knowledge and unique insights.

Question 1: King Hu was diligent in his duties; discuss his deeds.

Question 2: Zhao Jun goes on a trip; analyze the purpose of the route.

……

Zheng Qian kept looking at the questions until the very last one, at which point he gave up.

Question 30: Extensive quotations from the Ziji (子集) on the topic of "promise" (诺).

I can't understand it, I can't understand it at all.

In the past few days, Zheng Qian has read a lot of books, including travel anecdotes, geographical information, and mostly books about warfare.

He knew about Zhao Jun's trip; it was recorded in a book he had seen, in just a short sentence.

Zhao Jun traveled to thirty states, discussing the wisdom of various philosophers to quell wars and rebellions, his achievements resounding throughout history.

How is Zheng Qian supposed to answer this question?

As soon as he wrote his name, Zheng Qian felt sleepy; he had been so tired these past few days.

After laying out the mat, Zheng Qian lay down and went to sleep.

In the Hall of Mental Cultivation, literary giants from various countries were engrossed in revising their works when suddenly a loud shout came from Group Thirty.

"Good, this poem is well written."

One scholar was extremely excited. He picked up the exam paper, ran to Mo Yuan, handed it to him, and said, "Scholar Mo, this poem has grasped the key points of the question and is beautifully written. I would give it a perfect score of thirty-five points. Please review it, examination panel."

The evaluation team, consisting of five people led by Mo Yuan, is specifically responsible for evaluating high-scoring candidates.

Mo Yuan took the test paper, and the question, consisting of eleven characters, came into view.

"Emotion and politics should not contradict each other; women should be valued and harmony should be promoted."

The entire poem argues that a king's love and politics should not conflict, that women should be valued, and that the idea of ​​male superiority and female inferiority should be abandoned in order to promote social harmony.

The five of them took turns watching the video and discussed their opinions with each other.

"The criteria for judging this question are: beautiful lyrics, no discrimination against women, and a complete story of a monarch's love and the fall of a kingdom. This lyrics are of moderate beauty, highlight the importance of women, and also express the monarch's love, but they only focus on politics and lack a story. I give it 20 points."

As soon as Mo Yuan finished speaking, the other four nodded in agreement.

"While the writing appears elegant, it is far removed from the topic. The topic is about ignoring politics, but he is talking about how emotions and politics do not conflict. I give him 20 points."

"Yes, I agree, I'll give it 20 points."

"A maximum of twenty points, no more than that."

The person who brought the exam paper received it with both hands, feeling extremely regretful.

He has revised two hundred articles, and this one is the best, yet he only gave it twenty points.

This last question was insane.

Mo Yuan stood up and said loudly, "We are asking for answers, not debates. If an answer does not meet the scoring criteria and the question cannot even be understood, no matter how beautiful the poem is, it cannot exceed twenty-five points."

After a moment of silence, Mo Yuan continued, "Scholars, do not forget our original intention. What we need is a poem that can be posted and promoted to fifty countries, does not discriminate against women, and tells a complete story."

"If no outstanding candidates produce an unparalleled poem or essay at this gathering of heroes, then this matter will be postponed for fifty years, and the next gathering of heroes will continue until such a candidate appears."

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