Prince of Tang Dynasty

Chapter 557 Su Wan'er's Ambition
"Rules for Women" is a book compiled by Li Shimin's deceased wife, Empress Changsun.

Different from the "poisonous" books such as "The Commandments for Women" that promote "three obediences and four virtues" and "a woman who has no talent is a virtue", "The Rules for Women" is mainly compiled by Empress Changsun who collected the words and deeds of many ancient women and commented on them a book.

In the words of later generations, "Women's Rules" is actually a collection of comments written by the first lady of the Tang Dynasty. This book is not used to teach women how to behave, but to clarify her own values ​​​​by Empress Changsun.

It is a pity that after the Song Dynasty, Cheng-Zhu Neo-Confucianism became popular, and "Women's Rules" gradually faded out of people's field of vision because it did not conform to the universal values ​​of women at that time, and it was completely lost later.

However, in the Tang Dynasty, the influence of this book is still very large. Take Su Wan'er as an example, since she entered the palace, she has read this "Women's Rules" over and over again for countless times.

"In the future, can I also become a good queen like my mother?"

Looking at the somewhat outdated "Women's Rules" in her hand, Su Wan'er's eyes suddenly flashed a trace of confusion.

It's a pity that Gao Ming didn't know what Su Wan'er was thinking at the moment, otherwise, he would definitely feel ashamed.

After more than a year, although Gao Ming has integrated into Datang very well, as a time traveler, he still maintains some values ​​from his previous life in his heart.

For example, after Su Wan'er became pregnant, every time Gao Ming touched other women, he felt an indescribable sense of guilt, especially when he saw Su Wan'er's bulging belly and gentle smile, this feeling of guilt became even stronger.

It was under the influence of this mood that Gao Ming did not bring Zheng Liwan back to the palace, but let her stay in the Furong Garden.

This is true outside, let alone in the palace, so no matter how happy he chatted with Meng Xin or Zhou Hong during the day, but at night, he would still go back to Su Wan'er's room and fall asleep with her in his arms.

"As the current prince of the Tang Dynasty and the future emperor, I can't give Wan'er all the love, but at least before she gives birth, I have to try my best to make her feel the care of my husband."

Gao Ming thinks this way, and he also does it this way, and Su Wan'er can naturally feel all of this.

"His Royal Highness treats me so well, if I'm not virtuous enough, I'm really not worthy of him!"

This kind of thought appeared in Su Wan'er's mind more than once, and it was precisely this kind of thought that prompted her to take out the "Rules for Women" compiled by Empress Changsun and read it over and over again. with.

It was the same this time, after sending Shi Shu and Shi Jian to serve Gao Ming, Su Wan'er took out "Women's Rules" to read again.

When a person is serious, it is easy to forget the time, until there is a knock on the door, which pulls Su Wan'er back from the world of books.

"Who's outside?"

As soon as Su Wan'er's voice fell, Shi Jian's voice came from outside the door.

"Back to the princess, it's me!"

"Sword attendant?"

Hearing this voice, Su Wan'er frowned immediately. After thinking for a while, she put down the book in her hand and stood up, then came to the door and opened it.

It was Jian Shi who was standing at the door at the moment, seeing Su Wan'er opened the door, she immediately bent down and saluted Su Wan'er.

"Crown Princess, it's time for Zishi, you should rest!"

"Well, I see!"

Hearing Shi Jian's words, Su Wan'er nodded immediately, and then smiled slightly at Shi Jian.

"His Royal Highness, can you sleep?"

"Go back to the princess, the prince has already fallen asleep!"

Hearing Shi Jian's answer, Shi Jian nodded again.

"Well, that's good. By the way, just now I ordered you and the servant to serve His Highness the Crown Prince. How about it? Has Your Highness ever enjoyed himself?"

It wasn't the first time Su Wan'er asked Shi Jian such a question, so she asked it naturally.

As Su Wan'er, who aspires to become a good queen in the future, caring about Gao Ming's sexual affairs is also one of her responsibilities.

For example, now, she will take corresponding measures according to Shi Jian's answer.

But what Su Wan'er didn't expect was that after hearing her question, Shi Jian blushed and shook his head.

"Reporting to the Crown Princess, His Royal Highness said that he is tired and wants to rest early, so he does not need us to wait on him. He also said that the Crown Princess is pregnant with Liujia, and he is afraid that others will not take good care of him, so let us two come and take care of you!"

"I see!"

Hearing Shi Jian's words, Su Wan'er laughed again, and nodded while laughing.

"Okay, I understand. Since His Royal Highness ordered you to sleep in the outer room with the servant tonight!"

"Yes!"

Shi Jian agreed, then helped Su Wan'er into the inner room, and after helping her fall asleep, he went back to the bed in the outer room and lay down. Looking at the flickering oil lamp, he slowly fell asleep.

While everyone in the Eastern Palace was sleeping soundly in the dark, the barracks outside Chang'an City were brightly lit.

Under the light of the lights, hundreds of peasants in coarse clothes are loading heavy sacks onto the carriage. After they are full, they spread several layers of thick sacks on the surface, and then tie them tightly with ropes. .

The finished carriages were taken away by soldiers in armor, and then they filled another carriage again.

In the middle of the barracks, Lu Zhi in plain clothes had a solemn face, urging him from time to time.

"Hurry up, the [-] tons of grain and grass must be transported to Binzhou before dawn, everyone, hurry up!"

Seeing his eager expression, Su Dingfang, who was standing next to him wearing a copper-colored armor, suddenly laughed.

"Your Majesty Lu, don't worry. It's only a few tens of miles away to Binzhou, and you can get there in half a day. As long as you can load the food and grass before dawn, it won't affect the itinerary. Presumably, His Majesty won't blame you."

Hearing his words, Lu Zhi immediately revealed a wry smile.

"General Su's words are indeed justified, but His Majesty's personal conquest this time is no small matter. Even if it is a slight mistake, the consequences may be unpredictable. This is an extraordinary period. General Su was appointed by His Majesty to accompany him this time. The responsibility is heavy, so he should be careful. wonderful!"

Seeing Lu Zhi's serious appearance, Su Dingfang also nodded involuntarily, then bowed to him with his fists cupped.

"Thank you Master Lu for reminding, Ding Fang has been taught!"

"Master Su, you are being polite!"

As soon as Su Dingfang finished speaking, Lu Zhi smiled and waved to him.

"You and I are officials in the same dynasty, and we should have reminded each other. By the way, Lord Su, I heard that there is a man named Xue Li under your command, who was reused by His Royal Highness, and is still named by His Majesty to go out with the army. Lord Su, would you recommend him?" Congratulations, after this battle, I’m afraid you’ll be on the verge of rising, this old man congratulates you in advance!”

Hearing Lu Zhi's words, Su Dingfang also laughed.

"Then I would like to thank Lord Lu for your kind words. In this battle, my Tang Dynasty will definitely win!"

(End of this chapter)