Chapter 2348: Mission 28
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Translator: Henyee Translations Editor: Henyee Translations
He was willing to grant certain women official positions.
However, he remained staunchly opposed to allowing Jinwei Land’s women to pursue cultivation.
Initially, this might appear to resolve the issue for Jinwei Land’s women and even offer them certain benefits. But in the long term, the drawbacks loomed large.
The Emperor of Jinwei Land wouldn’t merely keep a watchful eye on these women; he would secretly prepare for their eventual removal from their official positions. When the opportune moment arrived, he would reclaim these positions and resume the suppression of these women. It was just a matter of time.
Ultimately, the Emperor of Jinwei Land was unwilling to relinquish this authority, nor was he open to altering this long-standing rule.
If it were anyone else in this situation, they might readily accept the offer. But Gu Chaoyan was a different case.
She had a distinct objective and was determined to achieve it, no matter the cost.
Hence…
She categorically rejected the proposition. Afterward, she locked eyes with the
Emperor of Jinwei Land and declared, “That’s precisely why I’m here.”
“If we cannot resolve this amicably and instead need to fight for our rights, it won’t be limited to just the right to cultivate.”
“Throughout history, people have desired nothing more than the right to fight for what they want. But have you ever considered that you can’t enter the paG.o.da, while we can? As long as we possess the capability, we can access the palace.” Gu Chaoyan left her statement hanging, opting not to voice certain sentiments directly, as some things were better left unsaid.
“I may not have cultivated for long, yet I can overpower the Imperial Master. Can you fathom what lies ahead? Do you comprehend what I, as well as those women who have been cultivating, will be capable of?”
“There are some things that you are hesitant to change, but the time has come for change.”
“Furthermore, this change could potentially turn Jinwei Land completely upside down. Do you believe you can reverse it at that point? It would be an unimaginable scenario.”
“I, Xu Xunnan, do not aspire to be the antagonist of history. But if that’s the only path, then so be it. Ultimately, it’s merely a tarnished reputation.”
“Consider it within the span of a joss stick’s burning time, and give me your answer, ” Gu Chaoyan declared calmly.
The Emperor of Jinwei Land’s face grew pallid.
It wasn’t that he couldn’t discern Xu Xunnan’s remarkable cultivation prowess. Even if she were to demand his life at this very moment, no one within the palace could prevent it. Her cultivation level was astoundingly advanced, giving her unchecked power within the palace.
So, how should he decide?
The Emperor of Jinwei Land turned to Zhang Cailiang.
Zhang Cailiang had initially displayed quick thinking, but it appeared his suggestion had proven futile. In this moment, he dared not speak recklessly. Any misstep in his advice could render him a transgressor.
“Xunnan, he is the Emperor. You shouldn’t treat him this way!” Xu Yuanlong interjected. He had a genuine conviction that the Emperor should not be treated in such a manner. However, he also felt deep shame over the entire situation. This was not how matters should unfold.
Upon hearing Xu Yuanlong’s words, the Emperor of Jinwei Land nodded in agreement..