Qiu Wen then learned the reason why she had a name and surname in front of the Empress.
It turns out it was because of a storybook.
It's true that Wensi Bookstore has developed quite well in recent years, but how did the Empress and Princess know about it from so far away?
Furthermore, there's another issue: why would an empress and princess read storybooks? That doesn't make sense.
Although she had many thoughts in her mind, Qiu Wen didn't say them out loud, only saying, "I'm glad you like it, Princess."
Yunrong: "Ever since she read the novels published by your bookstore, she has been eagerly waiting for new ones to be sent to her. That's why she's so happy to see you today. She keeps saying, 'Why isn't Wensi Bookstore open in the capital?'"
Qiu Wen thought to herself: She wanted to, but she didn't dare! She was afraid of being bullied. But if she knew that the princess was a fan of her books, she would have gone to the capital long ago. She wouldn't need to worry about so much.
Qiu Wen thought for a moment and replied tactfully, "I'm planning to do that recently, and I hope that you will take care of my business when the time comes."
When Beibei heard that she was going to open a bookstore in the capital, she immediately became happy.
Beibei tried writing storybooks herself, but, well, how should I put it, she lacked life experience. Her writing style was good, but the plot was somewhat lacking. However, she didn't give up and kept writing. Recently, she has made great progress.
But nobody knows that.
Before she started writing, she only thought that it would be great to write a good storybook. She was happy to read it. But after trying to write a storybook, she realized that it was not easy. How to write the plot, how to make it coherent, how to lay the groundwork properly, how to narrate the same plot in a way that makes the reader feel comfortable...
These are all problems.
So the more I realized how difficult it was, the more I admired Qiu Wen.
"Sister Qiu, are you serious?"
Qiu Wen smiled and said, "Of course it's true."
Seeing her daughter so happy made Yunrong happy too. As an adult who had managed palace affairs for so many years and had learned a lot from Yinzhen, she naturally understood Qiu Wen's concerns about not opening a bookstore in the capital.
"If you run a bookstore in the capital and need help, go to the owner of Wu's Department Store. She can help you a lot."
Qiu Wen was naturally delighted: "Thank you, Madam."
Beibei originally wanted to ask Qiu Wen about writing storybooks, but Yunrong didn't give her the chance. Instead, she asked about aquaculture.
Qiu Wen naturally answered all her questions without reservation. Since the other party was the Empress, there was no competition between them, so there was no harm in telling her. Besides, she wanted to take this opportunity to secure more guarantees for her business!
It would be best to let the Queen know the value of his farm.
The two started talking. At first, Beibei found it boring, but as she listened, she found it quite interesting and listened very attentively.
Through chatting, Qiu Wen discovered that Yun Rong was a very tactful person who wouldn't pretend to know what she didn't, and who only asked questions that didn't involve privacy. It was indeed much more comfortable to be around such a person.
Honestly, the Empress and the Princess were the people she felt most comfortable with after coming to the Qing Dynasty. The Prefect's wife was also nice, but there was one thing to note: her relationship with the Prefect's wife was ultimately one of mutual benefit.
It's hard to say how well they got along, but the prefect's wife was quite nice. Although her attitude was gentle, she was definitely not as approachable as the empress.
Qiu Wen was very suspicious that the Empress might be from her hometown, but she didn't dare to ask. She simply pretended not to know, thinking that not asking would be the best way to avoid confusion.
Through chatting, Yunrong got to know Qiu Wen better. She was a straightforward girl. Tingyu was a child she had watched grow up, and she had a good eye for people.
However, regarding their marriage, all she could do was give her a suitable background. But the Zhang family valued nobility and refinement, and neither she nor Yinzhen had any intention of directly bestowing a marriage upon them.
Yunrong could mention Qiu Wen's identity, but if she were to grant her a marriage directly, she was certain the Zhang family would be in an uproar. The Zhang family had always married daughters-in-law from distinguished, scholarly families; they were all of impeccable character.
If this marriage were to proceed as arranged, the Zhang family would feel that the royal family was insulting them, and this is no joke.
So, regarding Zhang Tingyu and Qiu Wen's matter, since Yinzhen intends to lend a hand, she will also provide some assistance, but ultimately, it still requires the Zhang family to agree.
After chatting for a while, and considering the time lost on the way, it was getting late. Qiu Wen instructed someone in the kitchen to get busy, and that it was almost time to start the banquet.
The meal was indeed quite good. After finishing their meal, they left, but Zhang Tingyu stayed behind. He had received the definite news and was temporarily relieved.
He was confident that he could persuade his parents to agree. Now that the Emperor and Empress were satisfied, and with the eldest prince speaking on his behalf, Qiu Wen's status would no longer be a problem.
"Qiu Wen, I've already made plans. I'll tell my family about us when I get back from the exam in my hometown."
Qiu Wen trusted Zhang Tingyu a lot, partly because she had already done what she could and would continue to work hard, but she didn't know what the future held.
There's another point that Zhang Tingyu will mention no matter when.
"I'll listen to you; you make the decision."
Inside the carriage.
"How did the chat go?"
Yinzhen would naturally not have a private conversation with Qiu Wen, a woman; he would definitely have to ask Yunrong about Qiu Wen.
"Yes, she's a good girl."
She sighed after she finished speaking.
Although the two were a good match, things didn't go smoothly for them.
Yinzhen: "Zhang Tingyu is a capable child, and he can handle things properly."
"I hope so! By the way, how do you plan to elevate Qiu Wen's status?"
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