I opened the Ming Dynasty

Chapter 233 Do you think it’s cool?

Zhenwu Emperor: "Emperor Daoguang is a frugal man with good moral character."

The emperor nodded slightly, with a look of relief on his face. "This Emperor Daoguang is a frugal man. He sets an example by practicing frugality, saving a lot of money for the country. This is a very good character. In this materialistic age, it is rare to have such a quality. If he were my son-in-law, he would definitely be able to manage the family in an orderly manner. He will not be extravagant and wasteful, and knows how to cherish every resource. Such a man is reliable. Moreover, his frugality can also bring a good atmosphere to the country, so that everyone can learn to be frugal. It's like planting a seed of hope in a barren land, and maybe an oasis will grow."

Mizukage snorted coldly, his face full of disapproval. "Hmph, Your Majesty, what's the use of Emperor Daoguang's frugality? He has no way to deal with the invasion of foreign powers. He just lives a frugal life. What future can you have as your son-in-law? Think about it, although Emperor Daoguang is frugal, he is weak and incompetent when facing foreign powers. When the Opium War broke out, he panicked and didn't know what to do. In the end, he could only cede land and pay compensation, losing power and humiliating the country. How can this be the spirit of your Majesty? You are mighty and unyielding, and dare to face any challenge. Your daughter is also a woman who is as brave as a man. You need to find a man with courage and wisdom. Emperor Daoguang obviously does not meet this standard. Moreover, his frugality is just a minor matter and can't solve the country's problems at all. The fundamental problem of the family. The Qing Dynasty was already in internal and external troubles, and crises were everywhere. But he only knew how to save money on some small things, but did not think of ways to solve those big problems. This is like a person on a leaking boat who only thinks about scooping water but does not fix the hole. How can such a person be your son-in-law? And, Your Majesty, don't forget that the world now is not the world of the past. The powers are staring at us covetously, ready to pounce on us at any time. Emperor Daoguang does not have the ability to deal with crises, so how can he protect your daughter? If you marry your daughter to him, you will have something to worry about in the future. That would really be "on the pirate ship - can't get off". "

Mizukage went on to say, "Look at the reign of Emperor Daoguang. It was a complete mess. The country's economy was getting worse and worse, and the lives of the people were getting more and more difficult. But he had no way to deal with it, and could only watch the country decline. It's like a driver who drives a broken car but doesn't know how to repair it, so he can only let the car get worse and worse. What future can such a person have as your son-in-law? Also, Your Majesty, you have to think about the happiness of your daughter. When looking for a son-in-law, you have to look for someone who is capable, responsible, and wise. Emperor Daoguang is far from that. If you marry your daughter to him, it would be like 'a flower stuck in dog shit - what a pity'."

Zhenwu Emperor: "Emperor Xianfeng, despite facing internal and external troubles, also worked hard to maintain his rule."

The emperor frowned slightly, and said with a hint of certainty: "It was indeed not easy for Emperor Xianfeng. The Taiping Rebellion caused chaos inside, and foreign powers were eyeing him covetously. But he did not give up and worked hard to maintain his rule. He was responsible. If he were my son-in-law, he might be able to show his perseverance in difficult situations."

When Mizukage heard this, he immediately jumped out, waved his hands repeatedly, and said with disgust: "Your Majesty, don't be fooled by Emperor Xianfeng's superficial efforts. He is already exhausted, how can he have the energy to be your son-in-law. Think about it, he is entangled with those troubles all day long. Sometimes the Taiping Heavenly Kingdom attacks, and sometimes the powers come to force him to sign unequal treaties. He is like a rabbit that is chased around in circles, and he can't even breathe. If he is with your daughter, won't you let your daughter take care of him? That won't work. Your daughter is a golden branch and jade leaf, you have to find someone who can take care of her and love her. Emperor Xianfeng obviously does not meet this standard. And, Your Majesty, look at his body. I heard that his health is not good and he is weak. He might fall ill someday. If he becomes your son-in-law, won't that cause trouble for your daughter? It's like marrying a sickly man as a husband. How are you going to live in the future? No, no, absolutely not. And, Your Majesty, what era is it now? You can't just think he's good because he's an emperor. He's not a very good emperor. Facing internal and external troubles, he hasn't come up with an effective solution. He just sighs and frowns all day long. If he lives with your daughter in the future, the atmosphere at home will be so depressing. You can't push your daughter into the fire pit. If you really marry your daughter to him, it will be too late for you to regret it in the future. By then, you will be like a dumb person eating coptis chinensis - you can't say your pain."

Zhenwu Emperor: "Emperor Tongzhi, this child also made some achievements during the Westernization Movement."

The emperor nodded slightly, with a hint of expectation in his eyes: "Emperor Tongzhi did something during the Westernization Movement. At that time, the country began to try to learn advanced Western technology in order to revitalize the country. As an emperor, Emperor Tongzhi also supported these initiatives. If you become my son-in-law, maybe you can bring new prospects to the family."

Mizukage curled his lips and said disdainfully, "Your Majesty, Emperor Tongzhi is just a puppet, he listens to others in everything. What say can you have as your son-in-law? Think about it, although he sits on the throne, he actually has no real power. He has to listen to those ministers in everything, and he can't make any decisions. It's like a puppet, being manipulated by others. How can such a person be your son-in-law? Moreover, his contribution to the Westernization Movement was also very limited. He just followed others and made a fuss, without any influence of his own. He is just like a follower, doing whatever others do, without any innovative spirit. And, Your Majesty, don't forget that Emperor Tongzhi died at a young age. How unlucky! If your daughter marries him, won't she be a widow? This won't do. You have to think about your daughter's happiness. You have to find a son-in-law who is independent, capable, and healthy. Emperor Tongzhi is far from that. If you marry your daughter to him, it would be like "sticking flowers on cow dung - wasting it."

Emperor Zhenwu: "Emperor Guangxu supported the Reform Movement of 1898 and had a strong desire to strengthen the country."

A gleam flashed in the emperor's eyes, and he seemed to be full of expectations for Emperor Guangxu: "Emperor Guangxu supports the Reform Movement of 1898 and has a strong heart. This is rare. He wants to change the fate of the country and make it stronger. If he becomes my son-in-law, maybe he can work with me to seek welfare for the people of the world."

The Mizukage snorted coldly, his face full of disapproval: "Your Majesty, Emperor Guangxu has a lot of passion, but no real power. If you were your son-in-law, he would be bullied by others. Think about it, although he wanted to reform and strengthen the country, those conservative forces were too powerful, and he could not fight them at all. In the end, the reform failed, and he himself was imprisoned. This is like a young man with ideals, but was hit hard by reality. How can such a person protect your daughter? Moreover, the reform failed, and he did not achieve much. After a long time of tossing and turning, Nothing has changed. If he becomes your son-in-law, wouldn't that be a joke? Also, Your Majesty, don't be fooled by his superficial appearance. Although he has the heart to strengthen the country, his method is wrong. The Reform Movement of 1898 was too radical and did not consider the actual situation at all. It's like a person who can't swim but wants to jump into deep water to save people, but ends up drowning himself. You can't marry your daughter to such a person. If you really marry your daughter to him, you will have a lot of worries in the future. That's really 'stealing a chicken but losing a rice'."

Zhenwu Emperor: "Emperor Xuantong is still an emperor after all."

The emperor hesitated for a moment, as if considering the possibility of Emperor Xuantong: "Although Emperor Xuantong is young, he is still an emperor after all. He may be able to achieve something in the future."

But the water shadow laughed out loud, and said exaggeratedly: "Your Majesty, Emperor Xuantong was an unlucky child. The Qing Dynasty has fallen. What good can be achieved by being your son-in-law? Think about it, he was pushed to the throne at a young age, and the Qing Dynasty fell before he had time to enjoy the taste of being an emperor. It's like a child who hasn't learned to walk yet was thrown onto the battlefield. What can he do? Moreover, he is so young and doesn't know anything. Looking for such a son-in-law, do you want to find a son for yourself? This won't work. Your daughter needs to find a mature, stable and responsible man. Emperor Xuantong obviously doesn't meet this standard. And, Your Majesty, it's a new era now, and the emperor has long been out of date. You can't still hold on to old ideas. If you marry your daughter to Emperor Xuantong, you will be embarrassed in the future. That's really 'an old antique entering the new society - out of tune'."

Emperor Zhenwu: "Aobai, he is a brave general with great military achievements, and he is very majestic."

The emperor raised his chin slightly, with a hint of admiration in his eyes. "Look at this Aobai, he is as fierce as a wolf on the battlefield, and his military exploits are outstanding! His majestic appearance is like a tiger descending from the mountain, which makes people afraid. He has made great contributions to the Qing Dynasty. If such a brave general becomes my son-in-law, it will be a great honor for me, the Zhenwu Emperor. In the future, when I go out, I can straighten my back and show off to other gods how brave and good my son-in-law is. Imagine that Aobai brings my daughter with him, the momentum and pomp will definitely attract countless envious eyes. Moreover, with a brave general like Aobai by my side, he can also protect my daughter from any harm. Isn't this killing two birds with one stone?"

After hearing this, Shuiying shook his head repeatedly, his face full of disdain. "Your Majesty, don't be fooled by Aobai's superficial majesty. He was fierce, but later he became very tyrannical. Think about it, he relied on his military exploits to bully the court and looked down on everyone. If he became your son-in-law, he would definitely cause chaos in the family. It's like inviting a tiger home, which may get angry and bite people at any time. How can your daughter, who is gentle and kind, stand his temper? Besides, he looks rough and doesn't know how to be gentle and considerate at all. You can't let your daughter suffer this grievance. Look at his arrogant appearance, looking up all day long, as if he is the best in the world. How can such a person be your son-in-law? What era is it now? What matters is equality, respect and care. Aobai obviously does not meet this standard. If you marry your daughter to him, you will regret it in the future. By then, it will be like 'a dumb person eating coptis - unable to express your pain'."

The water shadow paused and continued, "Think about it, Oboi is forming cliques and factions in the court, excluding dissidents, and making the court a mess. If he becomes your son-in-law, he might bring his ways home. Can there be a peaceful life at home? Your daughter has to worry all day long, worried about being calculated by his enemies. Isn't this causing trouble for your daughter? And, Your Majesty, don't forget that Oboi is ambitious. Who knows if he will do something excessive in the future? Maybe one day he will not take you seriously. This is not okay. You have to think about your daughter's happiness and your own dignity. When looking for a son-in-law, you have to find a gentle, considerate, knowledgeable, and motivated person. Oboi is far from that. If you marry your daughter to him, it would be like 'putting flowers in cow dung-waste'."

Emperor Zhenwu: "Sony, a founding hero, is loyal and reliable."

The emperor nodded slightly, with a look of relief on his face. "This Sony is a founding hero of the Qing Dynasty. He is loyal to the Qing Dynasty and has no second thoughts. Such a man is loyal and reliable. If he becomes my son-in-law, he will definitely be good to my daughter. Moreover, Sony is highly respected in the court. With him, he can also provide some protection for my daughter. He is experienced and steady, and can give my daughter some good advice. Such a man is worthy of entrusting your life to."

The Mizukage curled his lips and said disapprovingly, "Your Majesty, Sony is loyal, but he is too cunning. Think about it, he has been in the court for so many years. What scenes has he not seen? What methods has he not used? Your daughter must be tired to be with such a person. She has to be on guard against Sony's calculations at all times. Maybe one day she will be sold out by him and help him count money. Moreover, he is busy with court affairs all day long. How can he have time to accompany your daughter under the moonlight? This son-in-law is not a good choice. Look at Sony's serious look, with a stern face all day long, as if someone owed him eight hundred dollars. It's like that. Life with him is so boring. Your daughter, who is lively and cheerful, can't stand such boredom. And, Your Majesty, although Sony is a founding hero, he also has his own selfishness. For the sake of his family's interests, he might do something that makes your daughter unhappy. This is not okay. You have to think about your daughter's happiness. When looking for a son-in-law, you have to find someone who is sunny and cheerful, sincere and kind, and has time to accompany his family. Sony obviously does not meet this standard. If you marry your daughter to him, it will be like "getting on a pirate ship-can't get off." "