Chapter 503 The child has the same surname as Yue Shu
"Yueshu, how do you feel?" Chu Ruohan walked over quietly and asked with concern.
Seeing her come back, Chu Yueshu struggled to stand up and tried to salute, but Chu Ruohan quickly held her down, "Don't move. Lie still."
"Sister, I'm fine, just a little tired." Chu Yueshu smiled weakly.
Chu Ruohan looked down at the baby in her arms. The little guy was rosy-cheeked. Although his facial features had not fully developed yet, he already looked quite delicate.
"He looks so good." Chu Ruohan gently stroked the child's face, "He looks like you and Yingqing."
Song Ruyan interjected, "This child really knows how to pick the right time. He happened to be born on the day the Empress was crowned."
"Doctor Qian said this is a good sign."
Chu Ruohan smiled when she heard this: "It's indeed a good day. By the way, have you chosen a name yet?"
Chu Yueshu shook her head slightly. "It hasn't been decided yet. Yingqing said that since the child has my surname Chu, I will choose the name as well."
Ying Qing nodded aside and said, "I was adopted by the Princess and given the name Ying Qing. I don't even remember my original surname or given name."
"The child has taken Yueshu's surname Chu, so he has roots."
Chu Ruohan felt warm at heart after hearing this: "That's good. Yueshu, have you decided on a name?"
Chu Yueshu caressed the child in her arms, her eyes gleaming with maternal love. "I thought, since he was born on the day the Empress was canonized, I'll name him Chu An. May he be safe and sound, and everything goes smoothly for him."
"Chu An, what a nice name." Chu Ruohan nodded approvingly.
Song Ruyan suddenly leaned closer, her face full of curiosity: "Yueshu, how come you gave birth so quickly?"
"I heard from Doctor Qian that first births usually take a long time, but you gave birth in less than half an hour. Do you have any secret method?"
She touched her belly, with a hint of trepidation in her eyes: "I hope my future childbirth can go this smoothly."
Chu Yueshu blushed at her question and whispered, "I don't know either. I just suddenly felt a stomachache, and then the baby came out."
"Doctor Qian said that it might be because he moves around a lot in the mansion, so his body is stronger."
Song Ruyan became more and more curious: "Does it hurt? I heard that childbirth is extremely painful, and some people even die from the pain."
"Ruyan!" Chu Ruohan saw Chu Yueshu's face turn pale, and hurriedly pulled Song Ruyan aside. "This kind of thing varies from person to person, how can we generalize it?"
"Don't scare yourself here..."
She pulled Song Ruyan aside and lowered her voice, "Yue Shu just gave birth and is weak. Why are you asking these questions?"
Song Ruyan finally realized what was happening and felt a little embarrassed: "I was just curious, thinking that I would have to go through this in the future."
"Everyone's situation is different. Some people develop faster, some develop slower, some people have severe pain, and some people are fine."
Chu Ruohan patted her hand gently, "You've only been here for a little over a month, why are you thinking so much?"
"When the time comes, there will be a rich doctor and a midwife to help, so nothing will happen."
Song Ruyan nodded. She was right. Why worry so much? If you stick your head out, you'll get stabbed. If you hide your head, you'll get stabbed too. It's only a matter of time...
Chu Ruohan looked back at Chu Yueshu and saw that she was indeed a little tired.
Then he said, "Yueshu, you should have a good rest. If you need anything, just tell Yingqing and the maids."
"We'll go out first and not disturb your rest."
Ying Qing quickly stood up to see them off.
Chu Ruohan waved her hand: "We are all family, no need to be so polite. Take good care of Yueshu and the child, and come to me if you need anything."
After leaving the room, Song Ruyan was still muttering: "I really envy her that she gave birth so smoothly."
Chu Ruohan laughed: "It's too early for you to think about these things now."
"You might as well think about what the child will be named after he's born. Will he have your surname or Dr. Qian's?"
Song Ruyan was stunned. "Of course it's Doctor Qian's last name. I'm not from a wealthy family, so there's no reason for me to let my child take my mother's last name."
"Besides, Doctor Qian is the only one in his family. If he has a son, it will be considered as continuing the family line."
Chu Ruohan nodded: "Doctor Qian will be very happy to know that you think so."
As the two of them were talking and walking out, Song Ruyan suddenly asked, "By the way, did the Queen's enthronement ceremony go smoothly?"
"It went smoothly, of course. All the civil and military officials in the court were present, and many envoys from various countries also came. Sister Su is now a full-fledged empress."
Chu Ruohan said, "She looks absolutely stunning in her phoenix robe and crown today."
"That's good." Song Ruyan breathed a sigh of relief. "Now she can finally have her happy ending after all the hardship she's endured."
Chu Ruohan agreed deeply: "Yes, from a country girl to the current Queen, she has experienced so many twists and turns in between. How can others know?"
"Fortunately, His Majesty truly loves her, so I don't think her future will be too difficult."
The two talked as they walked, gradually moving away from the delivery room, leaving behind only a warm and peaceful atmosphere.
As the night deepened, the Duke of Zhenguo's Mansion finally became quiet.
When Chu Ruohan saw that the lights were still on in the yard, she knew that Gu Junze had returned.
She tiptoed over and pushed open the half-open door.
"Haven't you rested yet?" She walked behind Gu Junze and saw him reviewing official documents.
Gu Junze didn't even raise his head, but reached out and took her hand: "Wait for you to come back. How is Yueshu?"
"Everything is fine, mother and child are safe." Chu Ruohan sat down beside him. "That child is really good-looking. His eyebrows and eyes are a bit like Yue Shu, but his chin is like Ying Qing."
"Have you got a name yet?"
"My name is Chu An, Yue Shu chose it." Chu Ruohan leaned on his shoulder, "Today is a double celebration.
Gu Junze put down his pen, turned around and pulled her into his arms: "You've been tired all day, rest early."
Chu Ruohan shook her head: "Not sleepy yet."
"The Empress's rise from a country girl to where she is today is truly a miracle."
"Do you think she can adapt to the palace?" Chu Ruohan was a little worried. "All those concubines in the palace are very troublesome."
"The Queen is too simple-minded. I'm afraid she will suffer."
Gu Junze gently stroked her long hair: "With His Majesty protecting her, who would dare to embarrass her?"
"Besides, the Queen may appear weak, but she is actually very clear-minded and won't be easily fooled."
"I hope so." Chu Ruohan sighed, "But I'm afraid we'll have fewer opportunities to meet in the future..."
As he was speaking, there was a sudden rumble of thunder outside, followed by the sound of heavy rain.
"It's raining." Chu Ruohan listened carefully, "It's raining quite heavily."
Gu Junze stood up and walked to the window, opened the curtains and looked in: "It's really raining heavily, look at the water accumulating under the corridor."
Chu Ruohan also walked over to take a look, and sure enough, she saw that the bluestone slabs under the corridor were dotted with water. Rainwater dripped down the eaves, splashing water on the ground.
"It's quite fitting today. The sun was shining brightly during the enthronement ceremony, but now it's raining." Chu Ruohan sighed, "But it's a good thing. The rain will make the weather cooler."
Gu Junze nodded: "The rain in June comes and goes quickly, and tomorrow will be sunny again."
Another flash of lightning flashed across the room, illuminating the entire yard. Thunder followed closely behind, shaking the window frames slightly.
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