The Eldest Daughter Returns with Power

General Su looked at Madam Su and solemnly instructed, "However, Madam, you must also remind Ning'er not to slack off during this time. He must also make sure to learn the rules and etiquette of the Prince's Mansion." Madam Su nodded repeatedly and replied earnestly, "I understand. I will teach Ning'er well." The couple discussed some more details. Finally, they settled down to rest.

The next morning, Madam Su eagerly arrived at Su Ning'er's residence. Su Ning'er was reading in her room when she saw Madam Su arrive and quickly rose to greet her. Madam Su smiled and waved her hand, gesturing for Su Ning'er to sit down, and then told her about the decision she and General Su had made the previous night. Su Ning'er was overjoyed to hear that she could stay at home for a few more days and gratefully said to Madam Su, "Thank you, Aunt. I will definitely prepare well."

Madam Su looked at Su Ning'er with affection, gently patted her hand, and said tenderly, "Ning'er, this is all for your own good. There are many rules in the Prince's Mansion, and etiquette cannot be wrong in the slightest. You must learn it carefully." Su Ning'er nodded heavily, her eyes full of hope, indicating that she would definitely study hard.

In the days that followed, Su Ning'er began to diligently study the rules and etiquette of the Prince's residence. Madam Su personally taught her, providing meticulous guidance on everything from clothing and grooming to speech and manners.

During this process, Su Ning'er not only learned a lot, but also felt Madam Su's love and care. She secretly made up her mind that she must become an excellent princess in the future and live up to the expectations of General Su and Madam Su.

In the days that followed, Su Ning'er rose early and went to bed late every day, diligently studying the various rules and etiquette of the Prince's residence. Madam Su also stayed by her side throughout, strictly demanding more of her, never letting up in the slightest.

That morning, as Su Ning'er was diligently practicing her walking posture, she suddenly heard a commotion outside. Curious, she stopped and looked towards the door. A moment later, a maid rushed over and whispered a few words in Madam Su's ear. Madam Su's expression changed slightly, and she said to Su Ning'er, "Ning'er, you continue practicing on your own. I'll go take a look."

Su Ning'er nodded obediently and continued to focus on her practice.

Madam Su quickly left with her maid and arrived at the front hall. There stood a strange man in fine clothes in the center of the hall, followed by several servants.

Upon seeing Madam Su, the man smiled slightly, bowed gently, and said in a warm voice, "Madam Su, I am the chief steward sent by the Prince's mansion. Today, I have come on the Prince's orders to check on Miss Su Ning'er's academic progress."

Upon hearing this, Madam Su's heart tightened, but a bright smile appeared on her face as she warmly said, "So it's the Chief Secretary of the Prince's Mansion. Please take a seat." Then, she turned and instructed the servants to serve tea.

After the envoy was seated, Madam Su quickly explained with a smile, "My Lord Chief Secretary, please rest assured, Ning'er has been studying diligently these past few days and has not slacked off in the slightest."

The envoy nodded slightly in approval and said, "Very good. I need to examine it myself." With that, he picked up his teacup and took a small sip.

Upon seeing this, Madam Su hurriedly sent someone to fetch Su Ning'er. A short while later, Su Ning'er rushed over and bowed to the messenger.

The chief historian looked Su Ning'er up and down, a hint of satisfaction flashing in his eyes, and began to test her. Su Ning'er was a little nervous at first, but she quickly calmed down and answered fluently and logically.

The chief clerk's expression gradually softened, revealing a satisfied look. He said, "Not bad, but you still need to keep working hard."

After saying this, he stood up and took his leave of Madam Su.

Madam Su and Su Ning'er saw the messenger off to the door, and only turned back to their room after watching him leave.

The two returned to their room, exchanged a glance, and both breathed a sigh of relief.

Su Ning'er clenched her fists secretly, making a firm resolution to study even better and live up to the expectations of General Su and Madam Su.

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"Miss, the chief steward from the Third Prince's residence has arrived," Tang Qiu called out as she turned over the sweet potatoes buried in the stove.

"Oh, what brings you here? Are you here to see how well Su Ning'er is learning etiquette and manners?" Su Yunruo casually picked up a date and ate it on the chaise lounge.

"That should be it. Madam Su should have already gone to the front hall to receive them by now," Ren Dong replied from the side.

"Well, let's not worry about them. The New Year is just around the corner. Did you send the New Year's gifts I asked you to prepare for Master, Grandmaster, and the senior brothers at the manor?" Su Yunruo asked Luo Chun.

"Miss, we've already arranged for someone to deliver it. It should arrive in the next day or two," Luo Chun replied respectfully.

"Well, that's good. This is the first time I've ever spent the New Year away from my master. It really feels strange," Su Yunruo said lazily, half-lying on the chaise lounge.

"Oh, by the way, help me prepare some things tomorrow. I'm going to the Su residence to visit my eldest and second senior brothers." Su Yunruo looked at the group, a hint of longing flashing in her eyes.

“Yes, Miss, what would you like to prepare?” Tang Qiu asked.

Su Yunruo thought for a moment and said, "Prepare some of their favorite snacks, and also get a few pieces of fine jade." She knew that her two senior brothers were very interested in jade.

“Yes, Miss, we’ve noted it down,” Honeysuckle replied.

The next day, Su Yunruo arrived at the Su residence with the things she had prepared.

"Miss Yunruo has arrived," the gatekeeper announced hurriedly.

Upon hearing this, the eldest and second eldest brothers hurriedly came out to greet them.

"Yunruo, what brings you here?" the senior brother said with delight.

"I've come to see you all. It's almost Chinese New Year, so I brought you some things," Su Yunruo said with a smile.

The group went into the hall, sat down, and started chatting.

"Yunruo, are you getting used to life at the General's Mansion?" the second senior brother asked with concern.

"It's fine, I just miss you guys a little," Su Yunruo said.

"We missed you too, but now that we see you're doing well, we're relieved," the eldest brother said with a smile.

Then, Su Yunruo took out the prepared gifts and handed them to her two senior brothers.

"These are the pastries and jade materials I specially selected for you. I hope you like them," Su Yunruo said.

"Thank you, Yunruo," the eldest and second eldest brothers said gratefully.

"No need to thank me, we're family," Su Yunruo said with a smile.

“Senior Brother, I’ve come today to ask you to arrange for the delivery of New Year’s gifts to the Duke of Jing’s Mansion and the Crown Prince’s Palace. It’s inconvenient for me to be at the General’s Mansion.” Su Yunruo looked at Yuwen Mo. Yuwen Mo nodded and said, “Yunruo, don’t worry, I’ll take care of this.”

After chatting for a while longer, Su Yunruo got up to take her leave. She stood up and smiled at Yuwen Mo, saying, "Senior Brother, I'll be heading back now. Thank you for your concern." Yuwen Mo also stood up, looking at Su Yunruo tenderly, his eyes full of concern. He said softly, "Yunruo, be careful on your journey." Su Yunruo nodded, then turned and left.

Back at the General's Mansion, Su Yunruo found Su Ning'er standing at the door, looking displeased. Upon seeing Su Yunruo, Su Ning'er immediately went to greet her, saying in an unfriendly tone, "Sister, what kind of behavior is this, running around all day long?" Su Yunruo sneered, looking at Su Ning'er coldly, and said, "Where I go is none of your business." Su Ning'er was enraged by Su Yunruo's attitude. She glared at Su Yunruo, her eyes wide, and shouted, "Sister, how can you do this to Father?" Su Yunruo's lips curled into a slight, disdainful smile, and she said, "I say, little sister, how can you forget what you've learned?" Su Ning'er was speechless, stomped her foot, and ran away.