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Chapter 494 The Emperor Personally Welcomes the Future Empress!

"What important thing?" Chu Ruohan asked subconsciously, then realized what was happening and her cheeks burned even hotter.

Gu Junze's deep laughter rang in her ears.

"Naturally... to soothe my heart, which is suffering greatly from my wife's neglect."

He picked her up and strode towards the inner room.

"Hey, you..." Chu Ruohan exclaimed, instinctively wrapping her arms around his neck, "Be serious! We have important matters to attend to tomorrow..."

"I'm being very serious right now."

Gu Junze continued walking, his voice full of laughter, "Nothing is more important than spending a wonderful night with my wife."

"Besides, if we're well-rested, we'll have the energy to deal with that 'benefactor' tomorrow, won't we?"

Chu Ruohan was speechless, her cheeks burning.

This person usually seems calm and composed, but in private he's becoming more and more... unserious.

The night outside the window grew darker, and the lamp was quietly extinguished by the maid on night duty.

Inside the bedroom, red candles flickered, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.

Chu Ruohan was placed on a soft bed by Gu Junze. Watching him take off his outer robe, revealing his strong chest, her heart couldn't help but beat faster.

"Han'er," he called her name softly, his voice hoarse, "Don't think about those things anymore. Tonight, you are mine."

The moment their lips met, all of Chu Ruohan's thoughts about the future empress, palace etiquette, and arrangements in the mansion vanished from her mind.

Yes, no matter how big the problem, there's always a solution.

The person in front of her is the one she truly possesses at this moment.

That night, Chu Ruohan slept exceptionally well.

The morning sunlight streamed in through the window, and when she opened her eyes, Gu Junze beside her had already gotten up.

Her clothes for the day were folded on the bedside table, and a cup of warm honey water was on the small table next to it.

A faint smile appeared on Chu Ruohan's lips; the anxiety of last night had vanished.

Gu Junze is right; preparation is key to success, but there's no need to be overly worried.

She got up, washed and dressed, had breakfast, and then began to arrange the affairs of the household in an orderly manner.

The housekeeper had already received Gu Junze's instructions, and Tingzhuxuan had been cleaned until it was sparkling clean, just waiting for the master to move in.

Chu Ruohan personally selected several of the most clever and steady maids and servants to serve the future empress.

Regarding meals, she instructed the kitchen to prepare several light, refreshing, and exquisite snacks and dishes, waiting for news from the palace so that they could be adjusted according to the other party's taste.

Everything is going on in an orderly manner.

In the afternoon, Chu Ruohan was talking to Chu Yueshu, telling her to take good care of herself during her pregnancy, when a servant rushed in to report.

"Madam, someone from the palace has arrived. They say His Majesty has issued an edict that...that young lady will be arriving shortly!"

Chu Ruohan made up her mind and instructed, "Understood."

She turned to Chu Yueshu and said gently, "Yueshu, you are feeling unwell, so please rest here. There's no need to go any further."

Chu Yueshu knew the seriousness of the matter and nodded obediently, "Don't worry, elder sister, I understand."

Chu Ruohan hurried to the gate of the mansion. Gu Junze had changed into a slightly casual outfit, but his tall and imposing figure was still undeniable. He was waiting with her.

A royal carriage slowly came to a stop. The curtain was lifted, and the first person to step down was none other than the current emperor, Zhao Yunci.

He was not wearing a dragon robe today, but only a dark brocade robe with subtle patterns. He lacked some of the majesty of an emperor and instead exuded a gentle and refined air.

Zhao Yunci got off the carriage but did not walk forward immediately. Instead, she turned around, reached out her hand, and gently helped the person inside the carriage.

Chu Ruohan stared intently at it.

A slender, pale hand rested on Zhao Yunci's arm, and then, a woman in a light blue dress, supported by the emperor himself, gracefully stepped down from the carriage.

The woman was about twenty years old, with a beautiful and gentle appearance. There was a hint of youthful naiveté in her brows, yet she also possessed a calmness that came from weathering many storms.

She wore no jewels or precious stones, only a simple jade hairpin in her hair, which further accentuated her elegant and unpretentious temperament.

This is Su Wan, the future Empress of the Great Jin Dynasty.

When Su Wan's gaze fell upon the magnificent mansion before her, the black plaque with gold lettering reading "Duke of Zhenguo's Mansion," and the numerous servants standing solemnly before the gate...

A faint hint of unease flashed in her clear eyes, and she paused slightly in her steps.

Zhao Yunci noticed her unease, gently patted the back of her hand, and whispered, "Wan'er, don't be afraid. This is General Gu's mansion. His wife is a very easy person to get along with."

Su Wan took a deep breath and nodded slightly to Zhao Yunci. The slight unease she felt was quickly concealed, replaced by a calm that she tried hard to maintain.

"Your subject Gu Junze and your wife Chu Ruohan respectfully welcome Your Majesty and Miss Su." Gu Junze and Chu Ruohan stepped forward and bowed in unison.

The servants in the mansion also knelt down.

"Rise." Zhao Yunci's voice was calm, his gaze falling on Chu Ruohan with a hint of approval. "I have troubled the Duke and his wife by sending Wan'er here today."

"Your Majesty is too kind." Chu Ruohan stood up and smiled gently. "It is my honor that Miss Su has condescended to stay at my residence for the time being. Some arrangements have been made in the residence. Please come with me, Miss Su."

Zhao Yunci was very pleased with Chu Ruohan's thoughtfulness, nodded, and said to Su Wan, "Wan'er, you can stay here in peace."

"I have arranged for a senior tutor from the palace to come over in a few days. She will only give you some pointers on palace etiquette, just to go through the motions. You don't need to worry about anything."

He said this not only to Su Wan, but also to Chu Ruohan, demonstrating his complete trust in and protection of Su Wan.

"Yes, Your Majesty understands," Chu Ruohan replied.

She led Su Wan to Tingzhu Pavilion in the inner courtyard, accompanied by Zhao Yunci, while Gu Junze followed along.

Along the way, Chu Ruohan secretly observed Su Wan.

This Miss Su, though from the countryside, did not have the air of someone from a humble background. She would occasionally cast a curious glance at the exquisite pavilions and towers in the mansion, but would quickly look away and quietly follow by his side.

Her eyes were clear and pure; she was neither servile nor arrogant when facing the emperor, and she maintained just the right amount of politeness and distance when facing herself, the Duchess...