I opened the Ming Dynasty

Chapter 223: None of Them Catch My Eyes

Emperor Zhenwu said with admiration: "My daughter, Li Shanchang is very wise and has given Zhu Yuanzhang advice. Just think about it, in the ever-changing court, he is like a beacon of wisdom, illuminating the way forward. His mind is like a high-speed computer, with all kinds of strategies emerging one after another. He can find the best solution in a complex situation, just like a magical magician who can always perform amazing tricks. With such a smart person by your side, won't your future be smooth sailing? It's like sitting on a well-equipped speedboat, speeding to the other side of happiness."

The Emperor Zhenwu became more and more excited as he spoke, and continued, "Li Shanchang's position in the court is very important. His words and suggestions may change the course of history. He is like the great director behind the scenes, carefully choreographing the fate of the country. His wisdom is like a bright star, shining in the darkness and guiding the direction for everyone. Having such a person by your side is like having a book of wisdom, and you can draw strength from it at any time."

Shuiying said helplessly: "Father, please don't just see his good points. Although Li Shanchang is talented, he didn't have a good ending in the end. Think about it, he is like a person dancing on a tightrope, seemingly glorious but actually full of dangers. Being with such a person, my heart is like fifteen buckets of water - up and down. My daughter hopes that my husband can have a stable life, not living in fear all day long. It's like walking on the edge of a cliff, with the danger of falling at any time. My daughter wants a peaceful life, not a thrilling life."

Mizukage frowned and continued, "Life is hard enough, I don't want to find someone who makes me worry all the time. I want someone who can give me a sense of security, someone I can rely on. Not someone who is like a time bomb that may explode at any time. As the saying goes, it's better to be safe than sorry. He is so dangerous, sooner or later something will go wrong. I'd better find a steady and down-to-earth person, so that my life can be guaranteed."

Mizukage continued to refute: "Look at those happy young couples, living a plain and stable life, how enviable it is. But if I follow Li Shanchang, I guess every day will be like riding a roller coaster, with ups and downs in my mood. It's like I'm walking on a road full of traps, and I never know what will happen in the next second. I want someone who can walk slowly with me and appreciate the scenery of life. He is so dangerous and not suitable for me at all. I'd better find someone who is more suitable for me and can create beautiful memories with me in this little home."

Mizukage said in a series of parallel sentences: "His danger is like a gust of wind, blowing me off my feet; his danger is like a rainstorm, hitting me and making me at a loss; his danger is like a flash of lightning, frightening me. I don't want to be affected by his danger. What I want is a peaceful and stable life, just like the calm lake without waves; what I want is a solid and reliable life, just like the solid house that can shelter me from wind and rain; what I want is a harmonious and warm atmosphere, just like the warm sunshine shining on my body."

Emperor Zhenwu frowned slightly and said, "My daughter, look at Yang Shiqi. He has served three dynasties and is a highly respected figure. In the long river of history, he is like the unshakable Mount Tai, as solid as a rock. His prestige is like the vast sky, covering everything. His performance in the court is really admirable. It is your blessing to have such a man as your husband."

The Zhenwu Emperor became more and more proud as he spoke, and continued: "Yang Shiqi's position in the court is very important. His words and actions may cause huge repercussions. He is like a mysterious man who controls the wheel of fate, turning the development of the situation. His character is like a pure white lotus, which grows out of the mud without being stained. With such a person by your side, you are like having a solid fortress, and you can withstand any difficulties."

Shuiying curled her lips and said unhappily, "Father, Yang Shiqi has worked hard for the court all his life. He has simply sold himself to the court. Think about it, he is like a clockwork robot, working non-stop and can't stop at all. It would be so boring to be with such a person. How can he have time to take care of his family? I don't want to stay in an empty house and live a life of 'a widow's door is full of troubles - staying alone in an empty room'. I want someone who can accompany me more, like the mandarin ducks, in pairs, inseparable. Not like Yang Shiqi, who is busy like a headless fly all day long, treating his home as an inn, coming and going as he pleases."

The Mizukage paused, then continued, "Besides, he worries about the court all day long, so he must be under a lot of pressure and worries. When the time comes, he will bring these emotions home, and I will have to suffer with him. Isn't this making myself uncomfortable? What I want is someone who can bring me joy and happiness, someone who can share every bit of life with me. Not someone who makes me worry too. It's like I wanted a big cucumber, but he gave me a sausage. Although it is nutritious, it is not what I want. I'd better find someone who puts family first, so that I can feel real happiness."

Mizukage continued, "Look at those happy young couples, cooking together, shopping together, and watching movies together. How happy they are. But if I follow Yang Shiqi, I will probably have to do these things by myself. It's like I'm performing a one-man show, so tiring. What I want is someone who can share the housework with me and enjoy life together. He is so busy that he can't meet my needs at all. It's like I want a bottle of Erguotou, but he gives me a bottle of soda water. Although it can quench my thirst, it's not the taste I want. I'd better find someone who is more suitable for me and can live a warm life with me in this small home."

Mizukage said in a series of parallel sentences: "His busyness is like a mountain, blocking my sight; his busyness is like a dark cloud, blocking my sunshine; his busyness is like a wall, separating the warmth between us. I don't want to be bound by his busyness. What I want is a colorful life, just like the colorful rainbow has various colors; what I want is a vibrant day, just like the rushing river never stops; what I want is a warm and harmonious atmosphere, just like the warm fire can bring comfort to people."

Emperor Zhenwu said proudly, "My daughter, Li Dongyang is a great writer and the chief minister of the cabinet. He is powerful and talented. Look, he is like a shining star in the court. His talent is like a torrent of water, endless. With just a stroke of his pen, his articles are magnificent and admirable. His status is like a mountain that towers into the clouds, making people look up to him. Such a person is more than worthy of you. With him, you can enjoy wealth and glory and be envied and hated by others."

The Zhenwu Emperor became more and more excited as he spoke, and continued, "Li Dongyang's influence in the literary world is incredible. His poems and songs are like a magic wand that can bring people into a wonderful realm with just a wave. The decisions he makes in the cabinet are related to the fate of the country. He is like a magician who controls the overall situation, mysterious and powerful. With such a person as your husband, your future life will definitely be smooth sailing, just like riding a rocket and soaring into the sky."

Mizukage frowned and said with disdain, "Father, please don't just see his good points. Li Dongyang is in a high position with great responsibilities. He is busy like a spinning top, spinning non-stop. Think about it, he is busy with his political affairs all day long, how can he have time to take care of me? It's like I bought a beautiful vase, but I can only look at it but not use it. I don't want my husband to be always entangled in political affairs, so busy that he can't even find the way home. I hope my husband can spend more time with me, not like Li Dongyang, who is too busy to help even if the oil bottle falls. Wouldn't it be better for us to find someone to watch the stars and the moon together and talk about poetry and painting?"

Mizukage paused, then continued, "Life is tiring enough, I don't want to find someone who is busy all day and nowhere to be seen. What I want is someone who can accompany me, someone who can share joys and sorrows with me. Not someone who is busy with work and throws me aside. It's like I'm performing a one-man show, how boring. As the saying goes, companionship is the most lasting confession. He's nowhere to be seen all day, how can there be any confession? I'd better find someone who can keep me in mind, so that my life can be full of flavor."

Mizukage continued to refute: "Look at those happy young couples, holding hands all day long, shopping, watching movies, and eating delicious food together. How sweet it is. But if I follow Li Dongyang, I can only stare at his portrait. It's like I'm guarding an empty shell, what's the point? I want someone who can create beautiful memories with me, not someone who makes me always wait in memories. He is so busy, he is not suitable for me at all. I'd better find someone who is more suitable for me, who can live a warm life with me in this small home."

Mizukage said in a series of parallel sentences: "His busyness is like a gust of wind, blowing me lonely and helpless; his busyness is like a rainstorm, beating me down; his busyness is like a flash of lightning, scaring me into panic. I don't want to be affected by his busyness. What I want is a leisurely and comfortable life, like a lazy cat napping in the sun; what I want is a warm and romantic day, like the beautiful flowers blooming in the spring breeze; what I want is a sweet and happy atmosphere, like the rich chocolate melting in my mouth."

Emperor Zhenwu frowned slightly and said, "My daughter, Yang Tinghe is wise and calm, assisting the government. He is a man of great wisdom. Look, in that complicated court, he is like a magic needle that stabilizes the sea, steady and unshakable. No matter how big the storm is, he can deal with it calmly and calmly. His wisdom is like a bright lighthouse, guiding the direction of the country. If such a person is your husband, he will definitely ensure your life's stability."

The Zhenwu Emperor became more and more proud as he spoke, and continued: "Yang Tinghe's position in the court is very important. His words and decisions may affect the fate of the country. He is like the big boss behind the scenes, controlling everything. His calmness is like a solid city wall, making people feel safe and reliable. With such a person by your side, you will feel like you have a solid backer and you don't have to be afraid of anything."

Shuiying shook her head and said unhappily, "Father, Yang Tinghe is quite wise and steady, but he is too serious. He has a stern face all day long, just like Bao Gong, and people dare not get close to him. Just imagine, it would be so depressing to be with such a serious person. It's like I walked into an ice cellar, and everything is cold. My daughter hopes that my husband can be more gentle and humorous, and not always be serious, making people feel like he is chanting in a temple. As the saying goes, 'A smile makes you ten years younger', wouldn't it be better for us to find someone who can make us happy?"

Mizukage frowned and continued, "Besides, he is so serious, there must be a lot of rules. When the time comes, I can't do this or that, how frustrating. I don't want to live a life that is bound. I want someone who can make me free, someone who can go crazy and have fun with me. Not someone who has a stern face and lectures me all day long. It's like I'm locked in a cage and can't fly out. I'd better find someone who is lively and cheerful, so that my life can be full of vitality."

Mizukage continued, "Look at those happy young couples, laughing and playing all day long, how happy they are. But if I follow Yang Tinghe, I will probably have to speak carefully, for fear of upsetting him. It's like I'm walking on a tightrope, so nervous. I want someone who can get along with me easily, not someone who makes me nervous. He is so serious, he is not suitable for me at all. I'd better find someone who is more suitable for me, who can live a happy life with me in this little home."

Mizukage said in a series of parallel sentences: "His seriousness is like an iceberg, freezing me shivering; his seriousness is like a dark cloud, blocking my sunshine; his seriousness is like a wall, separating the warmth between us. I don't want to be surrounded by his seriousness. What I want is a passionate life, like a blazing fire; what I want is a day full of laughter, like the cheerful birds singing on the branches; what I want is a harmonious and warm atmosphere, like the warm spring breeze blowing on my face."