Chapter 555: Entering Officialdom Strife
At this moment, Prime Minister Zheng stepped forward and said, "Emperor, Tiancheng has never had the precedent of women entering the service."
With him leading the charge, several ministers echoed in agreement.
Another said, "The Commandery Princess of Beilan could participate in the Imperial Examination because of our Emperor’s magnanimous grace."
Their meaning was nothing more than not wanting Leng Yu Yan to enter the service.
The corners of Leng Yu Yan’s lips twitched slightly, but she remained silent; she had never actually considered entering the service.
At this moment, she chose not to argue, as this allowed both the Crown Prince and her elder brother to see clearly which people stood opposed to them, which stood with them, and which were neutral.
Lai Zonghui stepped out and bowed, "Emperor, I believe the Commandery Princess of Beilan is exceptionally talented. Just as we have allowed her to participate in the Imperial Examination, we should allow her to enter the service!"
The Emperor raised an eyebrow, "Minister Li, why do you think so?"
Lai Zonghui spoke respectfully, "Just now, I had the opportunity to review the Princess’s exam paper. Not only did she analyze Tiancheng’s geographic factors, but she also conducted a detailed analysis of the environmental climate, something that previous exam candidates have never done."
"The Princess has contributed many constructive suggestions to the court, and has conducted a realistic benefit analysis for everyone in society, from the Imperial Family and its relatives to the common people, thereby making practical suggestions. I believe the policies written by the Princess should be considered part of Tiancheng Country’s policy discussions."
After hearing this, the Emperor nodded repeatedly, while secretly wondering, how could Lai Ran possibly have such a daughter?
Prime Minister Zheng did not deign to look at Leng Yu Yan’s paper, thinking, how outstanding could a woman’s writing be?