Chapter 495 There is still a long time to go, Miss Su will adapt slowly.
When we arrived at Tingzhuxuan, we found the courtyard quiet and elegant, with swaying bamboos, and the house was spotlessly clean.
"Miss Su, this is Tingzhuxuan where you will be staying temporarily. Do you like it? If there is anything wrong or if you need anything, just tell the servants." Chu Ruohan said softly.
Su Wan looked around, a look of genuine joy in her eyes.
"It's nice here, I like it very much. Thank you for your trouble, Madam."
Her voice is as gentle and pleasant as her name.
Zhao Yunci felt relieved when she saw the relief on Su Wan's face.
"I always trust Madam Guogong to do things. My son is new here, so if there is anything that makes you uncomfortable, I hope you can bear with me."
"Your Majesty, don't worry. I will take good care of Miss Su." Chu Ruohan promised solemnly.
Zhao Yunci whispered a few more words to Su Wan, asking her to stay there with peace of mind and not to feel restrained.
Chu Ruohan and Gu Junze tactfully stepped aside and didn't disturb them.
After Zhao Yunci left, only Chu Ruohan, Su Wan, and a few maids were left in Tingzhuxuan.
Chu Ruohan dismissed the others and poured a glass of water for Su Wan herself: "Miss Su, you must have been tired from the journey. Have a cup of tea first."
"Thank you, ma'am." Su Wan took the teacup, held it in her hand, and said in a low voice.
The atmosphere was a little quiet for a while.
Chu Ruohan was the first to break the silence and said with a smile, "Miss Su, there's no need to be so reserved. Since His Majesty has entrusted you to me, you should just treat this place as your own home."
"If there's anything you want to eat or use, just tell me."
Su Wan raised her head and looked at Chu Ruohan with a hint of gratitude in her eyes.
"Madam treats me very well, Su Wan...Su Wan is deeply grateful. However, I grew up in the countryside and don't know many etiquette. If I have been disrespectful, I hope Madam will not be offended."
"Miss Su, you're too kind." Chu Ruohan smiled lightly, "True nature is the most valuable. I see that you are not the shy type, I think we can get along well."
She paused, then continued, "I heard that the young lady once lent a helping hand to His Majesty in a time of crisis. Such kindness and courage are unmatched by any ordinary woman."
"Your Majesty is truly blessed to have a woman as virtuous and kind-hearted as this young lady by your side."
Chu Ruohan said this sincerely.
After hearing this, Su Wan's cheeks flushed slightly and she lowered her head embarrassedly.
"Madam, you are too kind. It was just a simple favor at the time, and I never thought..."
She didn't finish her words, but Chu Ruohan already understood what she meant.
An ordinary country girl's fate changed dramatically because of a good deed, and she is about to become the most noble woman in the world.
The anxiety and uneasiness involved can be imagined.
Chu Ruohan looked at her, and her heart softened.
Although the future queen was not as proficient in political schemes as the noble ladies from aristocratic families, she also did not understand the twists and turns of the harem struggles.
But her unpolished simplicity, kindness, and understanding of the suffering of the people are things that many women who have lived in the deep palace for a long time do not possess.
Such a woman may not be able to dominate the harem immediately.
But she will surely warm the emperor's heart with her sincerity and kindness, subtly influence the court, and become a good queen who truly understands the people.
"There's still a long way to go. Miss Su will just have to adapt slowly." Chu Ruohan said gently, "If you have any difficulties, you can tell me."
Su Wan raised her eyes and looked into Chu Ruohan's sincere eyes. The uneasiness and fear in her heart seemed to dissipate a lot.
She nodded gently, a faint but sincere smile spreading across her lips: "Thank you, Madam. Su Wan will take note of it."
Just as Chu Ruohan expected, the news that the future queen was temporarily staying in the Duke of Zhenguo's Mansion spread like a gust of wind, and within half a day it spread to all the mansions in the capital, big and small.
The next morning, just as the sky was getting light, there was already a constant stream of people and cars in front of the Duke of Zhenguo's Mansion.
Invitations from various mansions came in like snowflakes, with all kinds of reasons. Some said they came to visit the newly promoted sister of the Duke of Zhenguo, and some said they wanted to congratulate the Duke on another happy event.
What's more, some people directly pointed out that they came to pay a visit to "Miss Su" and catch a glimpse of the future mother of the nation.
Chu Ruohan knew that these people were relatives of the Empress in the palace. They said they came to visit, but in fact they came to test the Empress's true strength.
She first comforted the slightly nervous Su Wan: "Miss Su, don't worry. Those who came today are all ladies from various mansions in the capital. It's just a formality."
"Just sit back and relax, I'll take care of everything."
Su Wan looked at Chu Ruohan's calm and gentle eyes, and the uneasiness in her heart eased a little, and she said "hmm" softly.
When everyone saw Su Wan, they all looked at her with undisguised scrutiny.
How could such a woman, who was not particularly pretty, capture the heart of the emperor?
"Oh, this must be Miss Su, right? She is truly beautiful and gifted, no wonder she has won the favor of His Majesty." The wife of Marquis Pingjin spoke first, her tone warm, but her eyes scanned Su Wan carefully.
Su Wan felt a little uncomfortable and stood up and bowed slightly: "Madam, you are so kind."
Chu Ruohan walked forward with a smile, naturally took Su Wan's arm, and asked her to sit down next to her.
"Madam Wang Hou is right. Our sister Su is naturally beautiful and has a gentle and charming personality. Who wouldn't like her?"
Another princess, holding a teacup, spoke slowly, "I heard that Miss Su grew up in the countryside? That's truly rare. Unlike us, who grew up trapped in wealthy families and have limited knowledge."
This may sound self-deprecating, but it actually implies that Su Wan is of humble origin and does not know the rules.
Su Wan's face turned pale, not knowing how to respond.
Chu Ruohan patted the back of her hand lightly, took over the conversation, and continued to smile.
"Princess, you are too modest. Although Miss Su grew up in the countryside, she has a heart of love and a kind character. Your Majesty once said that the suffering of the people can only be understood by those who have experienced it firsthand."
"Sister Su's rare understanding is a blessing for the royal family, and it's also something that women like us need to learn."
Her words not only transformed her "rural origin" into an advantage of "understanding the people's sentiments", but also praised the emperor.
The Princess was speechless for a moment and could only laugh dryly: "Madam Zhenguo is absolutely right. It is I who am shallow."
Another minister's wife asked Su Wan with a smile, "Miss Su, what are your hobbies? Have you ever learned the art of playing the zither, chess, calligraphy, or painting?"
This was a test of Su Wan's talent. What kind of elegant hobbies could a commoner girl have?
Su Wan was about to answer truthfully that she had never systematically studied these things, but Chu Ruohan spoke first: "Our sister Su's greatest hobby is kindness."
"If it weren't for Sister Su, who selflessly saved your Majesty when he was in humble circumstances, how could you be where you are today? This kindness and courage are more precious than any art or skill."
"As for the skills of ordinary girls, the palace has the best masters to teach them. His Majesty is interested in Sister Su as a person, not those icing on the cake."
After hearing this, the ladies looked at each other, each with their own thoughts.
Every word Lady Zhenguo said made sense, but she also repelled their temptations.
Moreover, everything is attributed to Your Majesty's "holy will", so who dares to say anything more?
They originally thought that a country girl, even if she was favored by the emperor, would be timid and ignorant and could be manipulated by others.
However, he didn't expect that with this versatile and sharp-tongued lady protecting him, he couldn't gain any advantage at all.
Chu Ruohan always maintained a decent smile as she interacted with the ladies.
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