Chapter 332: How can a woman's value be limited to supporting her husband and raising children?
Chapter 332: How can a woman's value be limited to supporting her husband and raising children?
At this moment, Shi Jin was meeting the Star Master in space.
This time, Si Xingzhe changed into a light-colored cheongsam, showing her gentle and elegant demeanor.
Shi Jin's eyes fell on Si Xingzhe. Seeing that she was wearing modern clothes again, a trace of curiosity and doubt flashed in his eyes. He couldn't help but ask, "As immortals who transcend the mortal world, shouldn't you wear colorful feathered clothes that are full of immortal aura?"
"In the last life, you asked the same question. Now that we are in the mortal world, we must adapt to local customs and keep pace with the times."
The Star Master smiled lightly, his voice clear and pleasant: "In the last life, you asked the same question. Now that we have entered the mortal world, we must naturally follow the customs of the mortal world and keep pace with the times. Only in this way can we better integrate into it."
The Star Master changed the subject and asked, "Why are you looking for me this time?"
Shi Jin nodded slightly, and then said: "I have something I want to ask you."
"But it doesn't matter."
Shi Jin said seriously, "After successfully going through the tribulation, can Ah Yu return to the real world safely?"
The Star Master looked calm and nodded gently: "Yes."
Shi Jin paused, then asked anxiously, "What's his name in the real world? Can we meet again?"
Shi Jin's heart was full of desire for a future reunion. She wanted to go back and meet Fan Hua again to continue their old relationship.
The Star Master saw through Shi Jin's thoughts and said with a bit of mystery on his face: "The secret cannot be revealed, but you and him are destined to meet, and you will meet in the vast sea of people."
However, Si Xingzhe had a secret in his heart that he did not reveal to Shi Jin.
Her existence is not allowed to be known to the world, so after Shi Jin and Fan Hua return to the real world, their memories of this experience will eventually be erased.
After the Star Master from the previous life told Shi Jin everything, Shi Jin used deception, coercion and inducement to get some magic from her and even lent her the space temporarily.
With the experience from last time, she was careful this time and did not tell Shi Jin the whole story, for fear that she would ask her for something to compensate her precious mental loss.
At this time, Fan Hua knocked on Shi Jinmen's door lightly: "Mianmian, are you asleep?"
Shi Jin was about to say goodbye to Si Xingzhe when he heard the voice, but in the blink of an eye, he found that Si Xingzhe had disappeared without him noticing.
There was a dazzle, and when she opened her eyes, she also came out of the space and quickly responded: "Not yet, what's the matter?"
"Yunchuan hunted some prey today and asked us to eat together."
"Oh, okay." Shi Jin responded, put on his outer robe and went out.
The two of them came to the barbecue place hand in hand, and everyone was already there.
Shi Jin looked around but didn't see Xu Ruogu. He remembered that he didn't participate in the wish-making activity in the morning, so he couldn't help but feel puzzled, so he asked, "Why didn't Gu'er come? Didn't you call him?"
Ran Ke stuffed a piece of meat in his mouth and replied incoherently: "He is in the period of growth now, and he has already rested. Let's not disturb him."
Everyone sat together, laughing and talking.
As the atmosphere became lively, Shi Jin also had the idea of drinking, "Zhilu, please pour me a glass." She handed over the glass.
However, just as Zhilu was about to pour wine for her, Fanhua quickly reached out to block the mouth of Shijin's cup, and her hand stopped in mid-air.
Fan Hua looked at Shi Jin, his eyes full of concern and doting, and said softly: "Mian Mian, this wine is strong, you'd better not drink it, don't do it like last time."
"After saying that, his eyes seemed to glance at Luo Yi, with a hint of blame in his eyes, as if he was silently blaming Luo Yi for taking Shi Jin out for a drink last time.
Luo Yi raised his head and drank the wine in the glass, muttering softly: "It's just a drink, what can go wrong? It's making a fuss."
Fan Hua still remembered clearly how Shi Jin looked after drinking. He knew that she had a poor alcohol tolerance and would easily get into trouble if she drank too much, so he was worried about letting her drink no matter what.
Shi Jin pouted slightly and said, "Not even a little bit."
Fan Hua smiled helplessly and shook his head, but his tone left no room for doubt: "No, be obedient."
After that, he stretched out his hand and tore off a fragrant chicken leg and handed it to Shi Jin: "Eat the chicken leg, it tastes better than wine."
A hint of tenderness flashed in Fan Hua's eyes, and he added: "If you really want to drink it, I will brew Huanggan wine for you to taste next time."
Shi Jin was surprised to hear this, with surprise and astonishment in his eyes, and blurted out: "You can also make wine!"
"No, but I can learn. I happen to know someone who is proficient in brewing wine. I can ask him for the recipe."
When Shi Jin heard this, his heart suddenly tightened, and he instantly remembered that he would be leaving this place in three days, and he might never have the chance to taste the yellow tangerine wine brewed by Fan Hua again.
But she didn't want to ruin the joyful atmosphere at the moment, so she tried to keep a gentle smile on her face and said softly, "Okay."
When Ran Ke heard that there was wine, his eyes suddenly lit up: "Pavilion Master, then I can take a look at the recipe without relying on Madam."
Ran Ke also knew the person who could brew yellow orange wine that Fan Hua mentioned. He was an old man named Wang. He once asked the old man for the recipe, but the old man asked him to solve a chess game that had been left over for many years before he would give him the recipe.
He couldn't solve it, so he didn't get the formula.
Ran Ke reminded, "But Pavilion Master, if you want to get the formula, you have to crack Lao Wang's tricky and weird chess game. I tried my best to solve that chess game, but I couldn't solve it."
Fan Hua's eyes showed determination: "No matter how difficult the chess game is, I will find a way to solve it."
The bonfire gradually dimmed, but the moonlight became brighter, shining on everyone and reflecting the happy smiles on everyone's face.
Shi Jin looked at the scene in front of him quietly, his eyes full of attachment and reluctance, and his eyes gradually became moist.
I really miss these friends.
His eyes shifted to Fanhua: And my A Yu.
……
There are 2 days left until departure.
The next morning, the palace sent someone to Fan Mansion to ask Fan Hua to enter the palace.
Kyoto was in urgent need of reconstruction after the invasion of the Bloody Puppets, so Fanhua was summoned to the palace to discuss related matters.
As the date of return draws closer, Shi Jin feels more and more reluctant to leave. Today, he decides to take advantage of the little time left to say goodbye to his friend.
Shi Jin's carriage stopped at the gate of Yun Mansion.
The servant at the door saw the carriage stop from afar, and when he saw Shi Jin getting off the carriage, he hurried forward to ask.
After learning that Shi Jin was here to meet Yun Youying, the servants immediately and respectfully welcomed her into the mansion.
When Yun Youying heard that Shi Jin was coming to visit, her face was full of undisguised joy. Then Yun Youying took Shi Jin for a stroll in the mansion.
As he walked, he said apologetically, "Jin'er, I've been too busy these days. When I heard that you woke up, although I was worried about you, I couldn't spare the time to come and see you."
Yun Youying happily took Shi Jin for a stroll in the mansion: "My wedding with His Majesty is coming soon, and I've been very busy. I heard that you woke up, and although I was worried about you, I couldn't come to see you."
Shi Jin smiled gently in response: "It's okay, I was busy during that time, luckily you didn't come, otherwise I wouldn't have time to entertain you."
At that time, she was busy with her divorce from Fan Hua and was under surveillance, so she couldn't do anything else.
At this time, several maids passed by, carrying several thick books in their hands.
One of the maids said respectfully, "Miss, this has just been sent from the palace. Madam asked me to bring it to you."
"Okay, put it in my study." Yun Youying responded.
The maid responded and left. Shi Jin then asked in confusion, "What are these books? Why did the palace send so many?"
"The etiquette in the palace is extremely complicated. Those are just books about palace rules and etiquette." Yun Youying explained helplessly.
"That's too much." Shi Jin couldn't help but exclaim.
"I'm used to it. I have been engaged to Your Majesty since I was young, and my father and mother have carefully trained me according to the standards of a prince's consort. Over the years, I've become accustomed to this." Yun Youying smiled bitterly, but there was a hint of determination in her eyes.
The noble ladies in Kyoto all envied her for being able to marry into the royal family and possess such an honorable title, but few knew the hardships she had endured to obtain this title.
Fortunately, the person she was going to marry was the one she loved, and His Majesty also cared for her very much.
Shi Jin lowered his eyes, as if thinking about something.
Once you enter the palace, it is like entering a deep sea. For women in seclusion, after getting married, they can only pin their lifelong hopes on their husband's honor and favor, especially when marrying into an imperial family.
Their lives are confined to a small world, revolving around their husbands and losing themselves.
Over time, the fate that awaits them is either a death in depression or death.
She didn't want Yun Youying to end up like this.
Finally, Shi Jin raised his head, looked at Yun Youying sincerely, and said softly: "Yingying, I know that you love His Majesty deeply, and His Majesty treats you very well. This deep affection is touching."
Shi Jin paused for a moment, and his expression became serious: "Concubines in the harem are mostly focused on favor and disputes, and their entire lives are tied to the emperor, but a woman's life should not just revolve around her husband."
She gently held Yun Youying's hand, her tone gentle but firm: "Have you ever thought about doing what you like and building a career of your own?"
Yun Youying was slightly startled, stopped, a hint of surprise and thought flashed in her eyes, and she felt that what she said made sense.
She already knew where she belonged, and for many years she had been moving towards becoming a qualified imperial consort, without a single doubt.
I never thought that there was another way to go.
Shi Jin's words awakened the dreams that she had forgotten in the corner.
Yun Youying lowered her head slightly, her eyes full of reminiscence: "When I was young, I was always beside my grandfather. He was proficient in medicine and saved people. I was influenced by him and fell in love with medicine without realizing it."
Shi Jin encouraged with a firm look: "Then you can become a doctor and save the world."
Yun Youying clenched her hands unconsciously, a trace of struggle flashed in her eyes: "Jin'er, you and I both know that it is difficult for women to survive in the world. If I continue to act against the customs and show my face in public, won't I be criticized? Besides, I will be the mother of a country in the future. My every move will affect the reputation of the royal family. How can I take that step rashly?"
Shi Jin held Yun Youying's hand, his eyes were like torches, and he said passionately: "Those so-called secular rules may not be correct. How can a woman's value be limited to supporting her husband and raising children? Men can pursue their dreams and ambitions freely while being restricted by these prejudices? We women also have the right to realize our own value."
Shi Jin paused and continued, "As the future queen, if you can break free from your shackles, set an example by becoming a doctor and saving the people, what a great achievement it will be. How can you be despised by others? On the contrary, the world will see a queen who cares about the world and wants to save the people."
There was a gleam in Yun Youying's eyes, and she seemed to be moved, but she found it difficult to overcome the hurdle in her heart and was still considering.
"Jin'er, can I really do this?"
"Shi Jin gently patted Yun Youying's hand, his eyes full of understanding and encouragement: "You can do it."
"But it's very difficult to take this step. Ying'er, you can take your time to think about it before making a decision..."
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