In this era, it is not appropriate for women to appear in public.
The low status of women stems from inequality in the labor force, which in turn leads to inequality in income. The economic base determines the superstructure. This statement applies to the entire society and also to the families that make up the society.
Xia Fan opened up a large number of jobs suitable for women to change this situation - and this is not a forced reversal. With the popularization of Qi and various magic weapons, individual production capabilities are constantly improving, and gender brings The labor force difference is gradually decreasing. In the past, a blacksmith and three or five apprentices would hammer and hammer for a long time to make a shovel. Now, a female Qi Sensing person controls the Celestial Instrument punching machine and can smash out a sharp piece of steel in less than half a quarter of an hour. The income is basically three times that of traditional industries.
It is foreseeable that this income will significantly improve the status of female workers in the family. Even if others want to stop it, women with income can move out and live independently.
But this change is slow. Even if the facts have happened, the conservative concept will continue for a long time.
That's why Xia Fan wanted to take advantage of the New Year's Day to carry out a new round of publicity.
The choice of singing is also the result of much consideration.
First of all, there is no shame in singing - poets write lyrics and sing on the spot when they rise, fishing boats sing late returns at sunset, and even ancient carols at festivals are basically scenes that everyone talks about. Compared with dance, which is a "sexual movement" that shows the beauty of the body, singing is much more popular. As long as it is not Yingyingyan language only used in brothels, folk songs or classic piano music are suitable for both men and women, old and young, and everyone will accept it more.
Secondly, songs can convey ideas and inspire people's confidence.
The women gathered here are all good at it. It should not be a problem to compose a catchy ballad for Jinxia City that reflects the changes in the local area. The more it is sung, the spirit in the lyrics will naturally have a subtle influence on people.
The last thing is to subvert tradition.
According to past customs, the key figures in singing during such ceremonies are basically famous literati or officials from the Ministry of Rites. It has never been used for women, let alone a demon to play the finale - this move can be said to be every bit as important as Shake the traditional concept of Qi Guo.
This is exactly the effect Xia Fan wants.
After the plan was put forward, Ning Wanjun naturally had no objections. In other words, she had a preference for unconventional things, otherwise she would not have disguised herself as an alchemist to examine Xia Fan's performance up close.
With the princess's approval and the approval of the professionals, the next step is only Chi.
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"I see, you want me to offer a blessing song to the people of Jinxia at the end of the celebration?" Chi raised his chin slightly, looked around at the various women in the lobby, and then turned his attention back to Xia Fan, "In conjunction with the amplified notes , I can let the whole city hear my voice, but this appearance is not as eye-catching as the flying dragon."
"It's not just about singing." Xia Fan took a cushion and placed it in front of the two of them. "You treat it as a square for the stage, surrounded by a sea of people. When the atmosphere reaches its highest point, you fly through the air. After -" he shook his arms, then slapped it in the center of the cushion, "and finally landed straight down among the colorful fireworks, becoming the focus of everyone's attention."
"Besides, I know what you are worried about," Xia Fan cleared his throat, "But in fact, the true dragon form is too intimidating to people. Everyone is equally afraid and respectful of you, which is not suitable for further promoting your reputation. On the contrary. Drawing closer to the masses as an ordinary person will make your image fuller."
"Well... it sounds reasonable," Chi thought for a moment, "In that case, I will promise you."
At the same time, Yu Shuangxue and Xintao were also quietly sizing up the rumored auspicious beast.
"She looks about the same age as me..." Xintao muttered in a low voice, "It's just that the aura is really extraordinary. I think Lord Chi's oppression is much stronger than Miss Ao's."
"But she is actually much older than you, so please don't lose etiquette later."
"I don't know how." The little girl smacked her tongue, "But she is cuter in person than the portrait in the newspaper. She is just like a fairy walking out of a painting."
Yu Shuangxue did not deny this. Although she didn't know what an immortal should look like, no one could object to the fact that the woman in front of her was an immortal. Her smooth skin is white and rosy, her lips are like cherries, her nose is small and her eyebrows are like willow leaves... The whole face seems to have never experienced the turbidity of the world at all, and the traces of the passage of time have no effect on her. . The pair of furry prongs on the top of her head were the finishing touch, widening the gap between her and mortals.
Such a lovely girl, with such a cold voice, I wonder what it would be like to sing.
I'm afraid it will be extremely pleasant to the ears.
"Everyone, do you have any good suggestions about the music for the celebration?" Xia Fan turned to everyone and asked.
"Master Xia, how about "Spring White Snow"?" Xintao was the first to raise her hand and speak - her move startled Yu Shuangxue, but she felt relieved after hearing the title of the song. Fortunately... it is a very normal pipa song. The melody is lively and light. It also expresses the scene of winter passing and spring coming and the earth recovering. It is quite appropriate to be used in celebrations. At the same time, because it is very famous, there are many excellent lyrics, so there are many choices.
"this is not bad."
"It's just that the beat is more changeable, so you need to pay more attention when playing."
"As for this, I think it shouldn't be a problem for the sisters."
The other women agreed.
Seeing this, Xia Fan quickly made a decision - let Chi give it a try on the spot. Anyway, musical instruments and other things are all available in the villa.
Everyone was good at this, and after playing it twice each, they came to a conclusion. They unanimously selected Liu Ruyan and Yu Shuangxue to accompany them, and Xin Tao was responsible for singing.
After the little girl sang the complete first verse, it was Chi's turn.
The moment the pipa sound started playing from the beginning, she spoke decisively.
The timing was perfect!
"Ding-" Liu Ruyan's fingers trembled and she actually played the wrong string.
This should have been a mistake that shouldn't have been made, but no one at the scene noticed it.
Everyone was stunned in place.
Xia Fan was also stunned.
It's not because Chi sings so well, but because her singing is so bad that it's so bad. Out of tune, wrong timing, tone-deaf, white voice—all possible problems almost all appear in Chi’s voice. He was obviously cool and clear when he spoke, but everything changed after he started singing.
More importantly, Chi didn't know anything about it.
Judging from her expression, she seemed quite satisfied with her ability to memorize the music, and she sang it to the end in one breath.
"How was it?" After singing, Chi let out a long breath and asked with unfinished thoughts.
Kong Xuanzi, who accompanied her, couldn't help covering her face.