My Three Kingdoms is not right

Zhong Yao stepped forward directly to object: "A hen crowing at dawn is a sign of impending doom. Men interfering in politics is already an inauspicious omen, let alone commanding the army! This is a violation of moral principles; I beg Your Majesty to rescind your decree!"

Upon hearing this, the court officials unanimously agreed.

"This is absolutely unacceptable!"

"How can a man serve as an official in the imperial court?"

"This violates etiquette and ancestral rules!"

……

Liu Xie's face was somewhat pale, and his delicate eyebrows furrowed more and more tightly.

Cao Cao did not speak, but his gaze toward Liu Xun held a mixture of surprise and amusement.

"quiet!"

Amidst the uproar, a calm voice prevailed over all the noise.

Yang Biao stepped out of the queue, looked around, and saw that the voices of the officials gradually subsided.

She was a highly respected veteran of three reigns and the head of the civil officials; her words carried immense weight.

Yang Biao turned to face the emperor, cupped his hands, and said:

"Your Majesty, in my humble opinion, there is nothing wrong with Princess Wannian taking command of the army."

The officials in the hall looked at each other, but none of them dared to interrupt her.

Yang Biao's voice was calm and unhurried: "The world is in chaos, and the nation is in grave danger. To revive the Han dynasty, we need loyal and brave men to protect it."

"Although the princess is a man, she has protected His Majesty on several occasions with her own body, demonstrating courage, loyalty, and integrity, which we have all witnessed. Moreover, the princess is His Majesty's closest relative and has no disloyal intentions. Taking command of the Imperial Guards would be a good thing for the court and the nation."

The Yang family of Hongnong produced three dukes across four generations, placing them among the top-tier aristocratic families, alongside the Yuan family of Runan.

Although not as powerful as the Yuan family, with disciples and former officials all over the world, they were the orthodox Confucianists, unparalleled in their integrity and nobility, and the imperial tutors for generations.

In the first year of the Chuping era, Dong Zhuo slaughtered the entire Yuan family.

After that, Yang Biao became the undisputed leader of the Han Dynasty's literary tradition and the scholar-official class.

It can be said that he held the power to interpret the "rites system".

Since she said that, it was difficult for others to criticize her for "not conforming to etiquette".

The courtiers, who had just been indignant, retreated dejectedly.

Liu Xie, sitting on the throne, secretly breathed a sigh of relief and was about to speak when he was interrupted by a voice.

"I think this is inappropriate," Cao Cao said, bowing.

"What are your thoughts, Minister Cao?" Liu Xie's voice held a hint of tension.

Cao Cao respectfully replied, "Your Highness is loyal to the country, and I admire you greatly. Your participation in court affairs, your understanding of the people's conditions, and your wisdom in assisting Your Majesty are a blessing to the court."

She abruptly changed the subject, a sharp glint appearing in her phoenix eyes, "However, I believe it is absolutely unacceptable for someone to take command of the Imperial Guards and personally lead the troops."

"The army is full of spirited women in a harsh environment. If a man were to be among them, it would not only cause inconvenience and trouble in military operations, but also... it might damage Her Highness's reputation and integrity. This is not an exaggeration, but rather for Her Highness's sake and for the sake of the royal family's dignity."

"Furthermore, having experienced countless battles, I have never heard of a man leading troops. Forgive my frankness, but I truly find it hard to believe that a man can truly command an army. I imagine the same applies to other generals. If this precedent is set, I fear it will cause unforeseen changes in morale and the army's fighting spirit."

The pressure is once again focused on Liu Xun.

Cao Cao's words not only fundamentally denied the possibility of him getting involved in the military, but also had a hidden threat.

A look of hesitation flashed across Liu Xie's face.

Yang Biao frowned slightly, about to speak, when he saw Liu Xun descend the steps and stand in the center of the court, facing Cao Cao directly:

"Thank you, General Cao, for considering Liu Xun's needs in every way. I fully understand your concerns."

"General Cao and I have only known each other for a short time. He has never seen me eat, live, and fight alongside the soldiers along the way. Naturally, he does not understand my determination to protect my elder sister and restore the Han Dynasty, regardless of rumors and gossip."

Cao Cao narrowed his phoenix eyes, about to retort, but suddenly his eyes widened.

Liu Xun suddenly raised his hand and untied the belt of his robe. Then, in full view of everyone, he abruptly pulled his robe down to his waist, revealing his fair yet well-defined upper body.

The vast imperial court fell into an eerie silence.

Although Liu Xun is only fourteen years old, thanks to the system's enhancements, he possesses a muscular physique that is absolutely impossible for a weak man in this dimension.

Coupled with his handsome face and noble status as a daughter of a noble family, he immediately intimidated all the women present.

So beautiful!

A collective gasp filled the hall.

Cao Cao, who was closest to Liu Xun and facing him directly, stared intently at the young man's body, as if his soul had been ripped out.

"Ah Xun, stop fooling around!!" Liu Xie was the first to come to his senses and suddenly stood up from his throne.

The courtiers then realized what was happening and immediately erupted in chaos.

"This...this is outrageous!"

"Your Highness, you mustn't!"

"Close your eyes immediately!"

……

Liu Xun secretly chuckled to himself:

What's so strange about grown men going shirtless?

These women are so naive!

But his face was solemn, even with a kind of martyr-like resolve.

He stepped forward, closer to Cao Cao, and pointed to the several still clearly visible scars on his body:

"General Cao, please take a look."

He pointed to a knife wound on his left shoulder:

"This injury was sustained while protecting the Empress in Dongjian, Hongnong County, when he was wounded by Li Jue's chaotic army."

Then he pointed to an arrow wound under his ribs:

"This was left when a stray arrow pierced through my armor while I was crossing the Yellow River."

"This was left behind when we broke through the encirclement of Guo Si's pursuing troops in Huayin. Court officials such as Guanglu Xun Deng Yuan, Tingwei Xuan Fan, Shaofu Tian Fen, and Dasinong Zhang Yi all sacrificed their lives in that battle."

……

The boy's fair upper body was covered in scars, yet it possessed a beauty that blended fragility and stubbornness.

He glanced around at the shocked officials, then his gaze finally settled on Cao Cao:

"Liu Xun's body has been tempered by the flames of war! These hands have also wielded blades to kill enemies and protect the emperor."

"Can these scars serve as proof?"

The main hall was deathly silent.

"I believe you!"

Cao Cao's cheeks were flushed, his voice was dry, and his phoenix eyes were filled with complex emotions.

Shock, embarrassment, and a hidden burning desire within him—"Your Highness, I believe in your bravery! Please, Your Highness, quickly put on your clothes!"

Liu Xun not only ignored her, but deliberately took half a step closer, puffed out his chest to make his muscles more defined, and wore a solemn expression of "sacrificing for the country": "Gentlemen, please look at these wounds!"

"Today, in this court, before all of you, I have stripped naked and revealed my wounds to clearly tell everyone—"

"What is a man's honor, what is a woman's reputation! Compared to the decline of the nation and the peril of the state, they are utterly worthless in the face of my heart's desire to restore the Han Dynasty!"

"I am truly willing to dedicate my life to building a bulwark for the Han Dynasty!"

Every word was powerful and resounding.

—So, is your character established now?

As a man, his desire to revive the Han dynasty would inevitably challenge the prevailing societal norms of female supremacy and male inferiority in this world.

But as long as he establishes the persona of "willing to do anything to restore the Han Dynasty," no matter what shocking things he does, people will understand.

Even when people mention him, they still praise him for his profound sense of righteousness!

really.

His impassioned speech ended, and the hall remained silent for a long time.

Many court officials had tears in their eyes. Even the most vehemently opposed officials couldn't help but look ashamed and lower their heads.

A member of the royal family is willing to sacrifice so much for the country, yet I'm still agonizing over etiquette and ancestral rules...

Yang Biao bowed deeply to Liu Xun and did not look up again.

"Ah Xun!" Liu Xie could no longer hold back. He stumbled down from the throne and draped the clothes over Liu Xun's shoulders again.

Her cold fingers trembled slightly: "Ah Xun! How...how could you do this!"

Cao Cao closed his eyes and sighed softly.

Finally, he bowed down and said, "Your Highness is guilty. I did not understand Your Highness's sincere desire to serve the country and your brave and resolute heart, and I only hindered you with my common views."

"I have no further objection to the princess leading the troops."

Wrapped in the large imperial robes, Liu Xun felt his elder sister's trembling embrace and the complex, unspoken gazes of the entire hall.

With his eyes lowered, his face still held a stern expression of unwavering loyalty to his country.

He secretly chuckled to himself.

Cao Cao was easily embarrassed!

The woman's mental fortitude is surprisingly weak. If she were to travel back to her own world and stroll through a night market barbecue stall in the summer, only to see a sea of ​​shirtless men, wouldn't she faint on the spot?