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Chapter 503 The child takes Yue Shu's surname, Chu.

"Yue Shu, how are you feeling?" Chu Ruohan walked over quietly and asked with concern.

When Chu Yueshu saw her return, she struggled to sit up and try to bow, but Chu Ruohan quickly pressed her down, saying, "Don't move, just lie down."

"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, and although his features had not yet fully developed, he already looked quite delicate.

"He's so good-looking." Chu Ruohan gently stroked the child's face. "He looks like you, and also like Yingqing."

Song Ruyan chimed in from the side, "This child really knows how to pick his time, being born on the very day the Empress was conferred her title."

"Dr. Qian said this is a good omen."

Chu Ruohan smiled upon hearing this: "It is indeed an auspicious day. By the way, have you chosen a name yet?"

Chu Yueshu gently shook her head: "It's not decided yet. Yingqing said that since the child will take my surname, Chu, I will choose the name."

Yingqing nodded from the side: "I was originally adopted by the Princess and given the name Yingqing. No one remembers my original surname or given name."

"The child takes the surname Chu from Yue Shu, so he can be considered to have roots."

Chu Ruohan felt a warmth in her heart upon hearing this: "That's good then. Yue Shu, have you decided on a name?"

Chu Yueshu stroked the child in her arms, her eyes shining with maternal love: "I thought, since he was born on the day the Empress was conferred her title, let's name him Chu An. May he be safe and sound, and may everything go smoothly for him."

"Chu An, a good name." Chu Ruohan nodded approvingly.

Song Ruyan suddenly leaned closer, her face full of curiosity: "Yue Shu, how did you give birth so quickly?"

"I heard from Dr. Qian that first births usually take a long time, but you gave birth in less than half an hour. Do you have any secret methods?"

She touched her belly, a hint of trepidation in her eyes: "I hope my childbirth will be this smooth in the future."

Chu Yueshu blushed at her question and whispered, "I don't know either. I just suddenly felt a pain in my stomach, and then the baby came out."

"Dr. Qian said it might be because he moves around the mansion a lot on weekdays, which makes him more physically robust."

Song Ruyan became even more curious: "Does it hurt? I've heard people say that childbirth is incredibly painful, and some people are in so much pain they feel like they're dying."

"Ruyan!" Chu Ruohan noticed that Chu Yueshu's face was a little pale and quickly pulled Song Ruyan back. "This kind of thing varies from person to person, how can we generalize?"

"Don't scare yourself like this..."

She pulled Song Ruyan aside and lowered her voice, saying, "Yue Shu has just given birth and is very weak. Why are you asking these questions?"

Song Ruyan then realized what was happening and said somewhat embarrassedly, "I was just curious, thinking that I would have to go through these things in the future."

"Everyone's situation is different. Some people give birth quickly, some give birth slowly, some people experience severe pain, and some people are fine."

Chu Ruohan gently patted her hand, "You've only been here for a little over a month, why are you thinking so much?"

"With a doctor and a midwife by the time the time comes, everything will be fine."

Song Ruyan nodded. What she said made sense. Why worry so much? Whether you stick your neck out or not, you'll get stabbed sooner or later...

Chu Ruohan turned to look at Chu Yueshu and saw that she did look quite tired.

He then said, "Yue Shu, you should rest well. If you need anything, just tell Ying Qing and the maids."

"We'll go out first, so as not to disturb your rest."

Yingqing quickly got up to see them off.

Chu Ruohan waved her hand: "We're all family, no need to be so polite. Take good care of Yue Shu and the child, and come find me if you need anything."

As she left the room, Song Ruyan was still muttering, "I really envy her for having such a smooth childbirth."

Chu Ruohan chuckled: "It's too early for you to be thinking about these things now."

"Why not think about what the child's name will be after birth, whether he will take your surname or Dr. Qian's surname?"

Song Ruyan was taken aback: "Of course it will take Doctor Qian's surname. I'm not a young lady from a wealthy family, so there's no reason for the child to take the mother's surname."

"Besides, Dr. Qian is an only child. If he has a son, it will be a way to continue the family line."

Chu Ruohan nodded: "Dr. Qian would be very happy to know that you think this way."

As the two walked out talking, Song Ruyan suddenly asked, "By the way, did Her Majesty the Empress's investiture ceremony go smoothly?"

"It went smoothly, of course. All the civil and military officials were present, and many envoys from various countries also came. Sister Su is now a proper Empress."

Chu Ruohan said, "She looked absolutely stunning today in her phoenix robe and crown."

"That's good." Song Ruyan breathed a sigh of relief. "Now she's finally reaping the rewards of her hard work."

Chu Ruohan wholeheartedly agreed: "Yes, from a country girl to the Empress she is today, how many twists and turns she has gone through is beyond the comprehension of outsiders."

"Fortunately, His Majesty truly cares for her, so the days ahead shouldn't be too difficult."

The two walked and talked, gradually moving away from the delivery room, leaving behind only a warm and peaceful atmosphere.

As night deepened, the Duke of Zhenguo's mansion finally quieted down.

Seeing that the lights were still on in the courtyard, Chu Ruohan knew that Gu Junze had returned.

She tiptoed over and pushed open the slightly ajar door.

"Still not resting?" She walked behind Gu Junze and saw him reviewing official documents.

Gu Junze didn't even look up, but reached out and took her hand: "Waiting for you to come back. How is Yue Shu?"

"They're both fine, mother and child are safe." Chu Ruohan sat down beside him. "That child is really good-looking. His eyebrows and eyes are somewhat like Yue Shu's, but his chin is like Ying Qing's."

"Does it have a name yet?"

"Her name is Chu An, Yue Shu named her." 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 had a long day, get some rest."

Chu Ruohan shook her head: "Not sleepy yet."

"Her Majesty the Empress's transformation from a country girl to who she is today is truly a remarkable achievement."

"Do you think she can adapt to life in the palace?" Chu Ruohan asked with some concern. "None of the concubines in the palace are easy to deal with."

"The Empress is too naive; I'm afraid she'll suffer."

Gu Junze gently stroked her long hair: "With His Majesty protecting her, who would dare to make things difficult for her?"

"Furthermore, although the Empress appears weak, she is actually very perceptive and will not be easily fooled."

"I hope so," Chu Ruohan sighed, "but I'm afraid we'll have fewer opportunities to meet in the future..."

Just then, a muffled clap of thunder suddenly sounded outside, followed by the sound of pouring rain.

"It's raining." Chu Ruohan listened carefully. "The rain is quite heavy."

Gu Junze got up and walked to the window, lifted the curtain and looked out: "It really rained heavily. Look, there's water all over the corridor."

Chu Ruohan also went over to take a look and saw that the bluestone slabs under the corridor were already speckled with water, and rainwater dripped down the eaves, splashing up water droplets on the ground.

"It's quite fitting today. The sun was shining brightly during the investiture ceremony, and now it's raining," Chu Ruohan remarked. "But it's good, this rain will cool things down."

Gu Junze nodded: "The rain in June comes and goes quickly, and tomorrow will be a sunny day again."

Another flash of lightning illuminated the entire courtyard, followed by a clap of thunder that shook the windowpanes.