Auxiliary Women's Strategy: A Virtuous Wife Helps the King to Rule the World

"Are you willing to come back home with me? I'll protect you from now on!

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The autumn sun filtered through thin clouds, illuminating the tall gates of the Su Mansion, casting a golden glow. The gates slowly opened, and Su Nan walked confidently and lightly across the cobblestone path in front of the gate. The servants standing on either side bowed in greeting, their faces filled with respect and welcoming smiles.

Su Nan smiled and nodded in response, her smile like a spring breeze, bringing warmth to everyone's heart. She walked through the gate and into the spacious courtyard. In the center, a osmanthus tree was in full bloom, its flowers blooming brilliantly, petals falling in the wind...

Little Stone followed Su Nan closely with his head down. Although he was curious, he didn't dare to look around openly.

Su Nan walked along the stone path toward her residence, her footsteps echoing in the quiet courtyard. Her room was located in a secluded corner of the mansion, offering a tranquil and elegant environment, far removed from the hustle and bustle of the main residence. Pushing open the carved wooden door, a familiar fragrance filled her nostrils. It was her favorite scent—a blend of ink and flowers.

As soon as she entered the room, Qing Lian hurried in, holding a sealed letter in her hand. "Miss, this is an urgent letter sent by a messenger, saying that you must personally review it."

Su Nan took the letter, pointed at Little Stone and said to Qing Lian, "His name is Little Stone. He will be mine living in the mansion from now on. Take him downstairs to freshen up and find him some suitable clothes. You two can go down first."

"Yes, Miss..."

Su Nan gently opened the envelope and unfolded the letter inside. It was an invitation to a banquet from the eldest prince, Qiu Feng. The general meaning was: the eldest prince would hold a grand banquet in three days and invited the children of the powerful and wealthy in Kyoto to attend. Su Nan's name was prominently listed.

Seeing this, a hint of curiosity flashed in Su Nan's eyes: "It's a banquet!" Su Nan, who had never attended a high-end banquet, was a little excited, but... was it really that simple?

After a long pause, Su Nan finally arrived at his father's inner study, holding the invitation from the eldest prince. The study was located in the western courtyard of the Su Mansion, surrounded by a bamboo forest. The fresh air and the rustling of bamboo leaves created a tranquil and solemn atmosphere. The door was ajar. Su Nan knocked twice, then opened it and entered after hearing his father's response.

In the study, Prime Minister Su sat at a large desk, neatly stacked with official documents and books. He wore a plain robe, his face serious, a subtle hint of worry etched between his brows. Hearing his daughter enter, he raised his head and cast a gentle gaze upon Su Nan.

"Nan'er, you're back." Su Xiang's voice was low and powerful, giving people a sense of stability.

Su Nan smiled slightly, walked to the desk, placed the invitation in his hand on the table, and said, "Father, this is the invitation I received today."

Prime Minister Su put down his brush, picked up the invitation, and read it carefully. After reading it, his brows furrowed, and his eyes became more solemn. "This is an invitation from the eldest prince himself," he said slowly. "Nan'er, do you know what this means?"

Su Nan was silent for a moment, then nodded gently. "I know, Father. This isn't just an ordinary banquet; it might involve some power struggle within the palace."

Prime Minister Su nodded and said in agreement, "Yes, the struggles within the palace are often more complicated than one might imagine. You are the daughter of our Su family, and your every move represents the family's reputation, not to mention your current status as a 'disciple of the immortal'. If you are not careful, you will bring trouble to the family."

Su Nan nodded in understanding, understanding her father's concerns. "Father, I understand your concerns. But I will definitely attend. Don't worry, I know what to say and what to do."

Su Nan said this, but in his heart he was thinking: "I'm here to eat and have fun, just play dumb! Besides, I have an 'immortal' master, who dares to do anything to me? I'm the little bully, who am I afraid of?"

"It seems that you have made up your mind, Nan'er, so go ahead. You can recite poems, play the piano, sing music, and wield swords at the banquet, but don't mention government affairs, and don't make promises easily. Remember this!" Su Xiang warned.

"Nan'er will remember your father's teachings!" Su Nan bowed deeply and said, "Then Nan'er will take his leave."

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After leaving her father's study, Su Nan returned to her own room. Standing by the window, she gazed out at the bright spring sunshine, her mind racing. Although her father's reminder made her feel the responsibility, she didn't let it dampen her spirits. Instead, she considered it an "interesting" gathering.

Based on the various time-travel novels he had read, Su Nan made sufficient plans and even prepared a gift for the eldest prince.

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Qing Lian walked in at this time and reported mysteriously: "Miss, I saw many people visiting Prime Minister Su with gifts today. I heard that they were all for you."

"Oh?" Su Nan was very interested. "What's going on?"

Qing Lian continued, "Yes, most of them are here to propose marriage, including the Minister of Religious Affairs, the Minister of Land Affairs, and so on. There are many!"

Su Nan: "I just came back from my dad's place. He didn't even tell me. I guess he rejected me, right?" This was the only result Su Nan could think of.

Qing Lian: "Yes! Miss, you guessed it right. Humph... are they worthy? My young lady is unparalleled in the world in both appearance and talent. Those dandy boys can only play with birds in cages and can't even read a single word, yet they try to marry into my family? Shameless."

"You're such a chatterbox!" Su Nan scolded with a smile. "By the way, where's Little Stone?"

"I'll go call him right away." Qing Lian bowed and retreated.

……

"Hello, young lady." Little Stone seemed a little flustered.

"Get up, no need to be polite,"

Little Stone stood up, lowered his head and said nothing.

"Don't be nervous. Didn't we get along well in the beginning? Just treat it like a child."

"I obey, little one!"

Seeing that Little Stone had relaxed a bit, Su Nan continued, "Is that so? Little Stone, I have some small inventions, but my status doesn't allow me to be in the spotlight, so I need you to help me sell them." After that, she took a sip of tea and said, "Don't worry, I will definitely not treat you unfairly. You can get used to life in the Prime Minister's Mansion for the next few days. I have a banquet in a couple of days, and maybe there will be a surprise at this banquet. Of course, you don't need to ask too much. I'll contact you with the details in three days. If you need anything, just look for Qing Lian. She's very useful in the mansion."

……

Little Stone spent the whole day in a trance. He decided to calm down first. As for "revenge~", he would hold it back for the time being. There would be a chance.

Three days later...

Su Nan tried on several dresses and finally chose the blue one, which made her look both dignified and youthful. The hem of the dress was embroidered with delicate patterns and swayed gently as she moved.

After confirming everything was ready, Su Nan walked out of the room, facing the sunset, and boarded the carriage bound for the banquet. The carriage was richly decorated, and the interior was covered with soft cushions, making it exceptionally comfortable. As she sat inside, her heart was filled with anticipation and confidence.

The carriage slowly started, its wheels making crisp sounds on the cobblestones. The scenery along the way constantly changed, from bustling streets to quiet alleys, and finally arrived at the mansion where the banquet was being held. As the carriage stopped, Su Nan took a deep breath, adjusted the hem of her skirt, and calmly stepped out.

Prince Feng's Mansion...

The carriage arrived at the eldest prince's palace. The gate was tall and majestic, and two rows of armored guards stood in front of it, their expressions solemn and their eyes alert.

Su Nan's eyes swept over the building before him. The palace was magnificent, and every brick and tile revealed the royal nobility. Above the gate hung a huge plaque, with the three characters "Feng Wangfu" written in a flamboyant style.

Su Nan took a deep breath and screamed excitedly in his heart: "Yohoo! Let's go eat delicious food!"

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