"Of course. Is it possible that you don't believe in your poetry and calligraphy skills?"
"No..." Yuan Surong opened her mouth, not knowing what to say.
Wen Ranran saw her hesitant expression and understood instantly.
Although the court has now opened up the selection of female officials, and even this poetry competition is open to both men and women, women are still a minority. Nowadays, many people in the court are women, but among poor families, girls are not even literate.
There won't be any chance.
All the ideas of favoring boys over girls are still deeply rooted in the minds of the people.
Therefore, there are many female military officers in the court nowadays, all of whom are here to admire and appreciate Queen Tao, but it is really like Yuan Zurong who wears civil official uniforms and holds ivory guards to discuss affairs among a group of big men.
, there are very few female officials who even argue hard.
How little?
This poetry meeting has made it clear that both men and women can participate, but even so, there is still not a single woman in this poetry meeting.
Wen Ranran sighed and could only accept the reality for the time being.
"It doesn't matter! Your existence is to let everyone onlookers understand that girls can also read and write, and they can also do things that men do! Marriage and having children are not the only way! Besides..."
Wen Ranran patted Yuan Surong on the shoulder comfortingly.
"If a scholar does not respect women, it also means that he does not respect his mother. Such an unfilial son may not be loyal to the emperor and the people! Go peacefully. If you have any questions, discuss it with Lu Shenyan
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Yuan Surong nodded nervously and wanted to say something, but she heard Xia Lishuang, who had been diligently peeling walnuts for Wen Ranran next to her, whispering, "What the queen said is right, just go ahead and do it boldly!"
Yuan Zurong finally made up her mind, saluted the two of them, and got out of the car with Qin in her arms.
Yuan Jirong's arrival was already seen from a distance.
Many people cast curious glances at the first female official in the court.
Because the status of women in the court has always been lower than that of men. Yuan Surong relied on her outstanding abilities and cautious attitude to gain a firm foothold in the court. This is how she relied on this.
In order to gain recognition from others, Yuan Jurong spent so long that almost people around her almost forgot how she looked in women's casual clothes.
At this moment, the girl with a soft and calm face slowly walked onto the stage holding a Yaoqin, looking full of charm, graceful and picturesque.
Yuan Zurong came to the stage, but did not sit down directly. He just looked around and said with a smile, "Your Majesty is honored to select talents and hold this poetry meeting. Regardless of origin, regardless of gender, regardless of five or seven words, regardless of discussing and quoting classics.
This poetry meeting focuses on proposing national policies and political opinions for the country and the people. Therefore, in addition to poetry, there are hundreds of test questions on the signs hanging around! You can choose what you are good at.
Exam questions to answer!"
"One sound of the piano sounds to mark the opening. All talented people, please take your seats!"
After Yuan Zurong finished speaking, she bowed slightly toward the audience. The piano stand beside her had already been placed.
The sonorous sound of the Yao Qin sounded slightly, and there was a hint of competition hidden in the harmony.
This...is this going to start?
The scholars in the audience were all confused and stared dumbfoundedly at Yuan Surong sitting down and playing the piano.
But Shao Tong, who had always been surrounded by everyone, showed the courage of a newborn calf who is not afraid of tigers. He strode forward and started writing with great grace.
Everyone who followed also responded.
Nan Xiubai and Bi Shen looked at each other and could see the bitter smile in each other's eyes.
When it comes to poetry writing, the two of them are naturally no match for the great talents on this stage, but... what if it's about exam questions?