Mission 20

Subsequently, Zhang Cailiang rose from his seat and addressed the Emperor, "Your Majesty, I have an idea, although I'm uncertain of its feasibility."

The Emperor of Jinwei Land, growing somewhat impatient, replied, "Regardless of feasibility, please, proceed. In our current predicament, having any potential solution is already a welcome development."

Zhang Cailiang, sensing the urgency, wasted no time and explained, "Your Majesty, it seems clear that neither officials' families nor common households can retrieve the women from the pagoda. This suggests that Xu Xunnan and the pagoda possess a protective influence."

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"For centuries, the women of Jinwei Land have been unable to cultivate, resulting in their marginalized status."

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"Ordinary women are treated as subordinates, even lower than servants, creating a discontent that unites them."

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