And just when everyone was in a daze, Queen Changsun also appeared in their sight.
Although Empress Changsun was only wearing ordinary clothes, the villagers recognized her at a glance.
"I've met the Queen!"
Everyone hurriedly saluted.
Although Xiao Sizi and the others are already very familiar with each other and can communicate with each other on a regular basis, no one feels relaxed when facing the empress of the world.
For a time, many people broke into sweat unconsciously.
"No gift."
Empress Changsun waved her hand and said kindly: "I just came to see Su Chen on a temporary basis this time, so you don't need to be too nervous."
"The young master has been very busy recently, and he should be at the new house now." Lao He still held his hands in hand, and it was impossible to say that he was not nervous.
"Then take it over and have a look." Empress Changsun said softly.
"yes!"
Lao He wiped the sweat from his forehead and immediately led the way for Queen Changsun and others.
After a cup of tea, Lao He took Queen Changsun and others to the depths of Sujiazhuang.
When everyone walked out of a dense bamboo forest, they heard Su Chen's voice.
"Go over there and raise the window four inches!"
"And the doorway should be made wider by half a foot!"
…
Just as Su Chen was sweating profusely and directing the craftsmen, Lao He walked up quickly and explained what Queen Changsun had come to.
Hearing this, Su Chen was very surprised and asked: "Where are they now?"
"The Queen is waiting outside now. The place is too chaotic, so I came in first to report." Lao He replied.
"Take me over and have a look." Su Chen washed his hands casually and followed Lao He out.
"Queen, why are you here?" Su Chen greeted with a smile.
Empress Changsun did not answer his question directly, but said angrily: "How did you get yourself into this situation? Look at the dust all over your body, so why does the prince have to do the work himself?"
With that said, Empress Changsun helped Su Chen tidy up his sleeves and brushed off the dust on his body.
Su Chen scratched his head a little, like a careless child being scolded by his mother.
"I have to pay too much attention, and I'm afraid that they can't do it well in some areas, so I go into battle myself." Su Chen said with some embarrassment.
"Brother Su Chen, Si Zi misses you so much!" Little Si Zi suddenly ran over happily, opening her little hands to ask Su Chen for a hug.
Su Chen stretched out his hand to stop her and said with a smile: "Brother is covered in dirt, so I'd better let your mother-in-law hold him."
Then, after looking back twice, a familiar figure came into view. Su Chen raised his eyebrows subconsciously, feeling a little surprised.
Why is Wu Mei here too?
Without thinking any more, he led everyone towards the old house.
After entering the house, Su Chen said: "Wait for me a moment, I'll go change my clothes."
After he left, Wu Mei let out an inaudible breath.
She was quietly looking at Su Chen just now, and their eyes met. She was so nervous that her heart almost jumped out of her chest.
Soon, Su Chen changed into clean clothes and came out. He also washed his face, with a few drops of water on his temples.
"Why are you here?" Su Chen said with a smile.
"They are the chosen maids for marriage."
Empress Changsun smiled and said: "Bring it here in advance for you to take a look at. If you are not satisfied, you can easily change it."
Hearing this, the four maids, including Wu Mei, all felt excited.
For them, entering the Lord Protector's house is equivalent to reaching heaven in one step. Their fate will be determined at this moment.
Su Chen asked: "Then Li Zhi shouldn't have any objections, right?"
"No."
"In that case, I don't have any objection."
Su Chen said casually: "As long as you are my people of the Tang Dynasty, there are no other requirements."
Hearing this, the four maids secretly breathed a sigh of relief.
Su Chen was not as serious as they thought and allowed them to pass the qualification so easily, which really made them happy.
Suddenly, bright smiles appeared on the faces of the four people.
Su Chen looked at Wu Mei and asked, "I heard that you have read some books, but is it true?"
"Reporting to the Protector, I... I just read a few words."
Wu Mei didn't expect that Su Chen would suddenly call her name, so she replied in a panic.
"Um."
Su Chen sat down, nodded slightly, and asked, "What books have you read?"
Wu Mei quietly grasped the corner of her clothes, bowed her head and whispered back: "Spring and Autumn," Book of Rites," "Mencius"... I have read a little of these."
"Okay, then you will clean my study from now on." Su Chen said directly.
As soon as these words came out, Wu Mei was stunned, while Queen Changsun had a surprised expression on her face.
She knew how many secrets there were in Su Chen's study. Even if His Majesty wanted to enter, he had to get his permission!
Now, he actually asked Wu Mei to clean such an important place?
After taking a deep look at Wu Mei, Empress Changsun showed a thoughtful expression.
Su Chen asked for the person by name, and now he is showing great preferential treatment. Could it be that... Su Chen has something in mind?
In fact, she was completely wrong.
Su Chen didn't have any strange thoughts, because he was sighing in his heart at this time.
Sure enough, everyone's success has a reason.
In ancient times, it was not easy for a woman to have read so many books.
He decided to train Wu Mei to see how smart she really was.
With Princess Changle's temperament, she is probably too lazy to take care of the family's property. If Wu Mei can teach her how to do it, it would save a lot of trouble to let her take charge.
Thinking of this, Su Chen asked again: "Have you ever studied arithmetic?"
Wu Mei was stunned for a moment and said, "I know a little bit about it."
Su Chen nodded and said to Queen Changsun: "Wait a moment, I'll go get something."
After saying that, he got up again and went to the study.
As soon as he left, all the pairs of eyes in the room were focused on Wu Mei. The eyes of the other three maids were full of envy, but the eyes of Queen Changsun were full of meaning.
For a moment, Wu Mei was at a loss and didn't know what to do, so she had to stand aside obediently.
Soon, Su Chen came back with a brochure.
"This is an introductory book on arithmetic compiled by me. You can study it when you go back. Next time you come back, I will test you."
"If you can pass the assessment, I will give you a chance to perform."
Su Chen handed the booklet to Wu Mei.
Wu Mei took it in confusion, having no idea what the Protector of the Country meant.
Empress Changsun also put on a puzzled expression.
