Chapter 1498: 1495: Persistence

Chapter 1498: Chapter 1495: Persistence

Chu Ziluo’s voice was gentle as she softly replied, “I usually learn alongside Mother, and I’m responsible for arranging flowers in the vases at home. With the guidance from our female teacher, I understand a bit.”

“No wonder.” The Empress Dowager leaned back on the soft couch, her face showing a hint of fatigue.

After all, she was unwell. Speaking for just a while had become somewhat taxing.

Chu Ziluo noticed it attentively.

After a moment’s hesitation, she rose and bowed, “Empress Dowager, I have learned a bit of massage technique at home which can relieve fatigue. If you don’t mind, I am willing to give you a massage, and after that rest, you’ll feel much more comfortable.”

“You can even do massages?” The Empress Dowager was visibly surprised.

In the capital, many noble young ladies learn music, chess, calligraphy, and painting, and flower arranging is also one among them. But not everyone learns massage, as it is a skill meant for serving others.

Most have grown accustomed to being served and naturally don’t deliberately learn this craft.

Chu Ziluo explained, “At home, I am not restricted in what I learn, so I picked up some skills along the way.”

“Then well, I suppose I’m lucky enough to enjoy a session now.”

Chu Ziluo stood up, walked to the side, and gently massaged her head.

It must be said that Chu Ziluo is very serious about whatever she learns, not to mention she is quite intelligent. Although she learns a lot, she possesses considerable skills.

The Empress Dowager has elderly people around her who can massage.

But Chu Ziluo’s massage technique was different from the others; it was simply comfortable, just like her personality—easy to get along with without any offensiveness.

“Alright, girl, you’ve worked hard today.” The Empress Dowager was treated so comfortably.

She didn’t let her continue further.

“Empress Dowager, do you feel better now?” Chu Ziluo looked at her sincerely.

The Empress Dowager suddenly smiled, “Yes, no wonder Madam doesn’t take you out often—you are so pleasing, very comfortable, and your massage skills are excellent.”

“Your praise is too kind, Empress Dowager.”

“Imperial I does not speak falsely.” The Empress Dowager, with a smile on her face, had the nanny escort Chu Ziluo out and instructed her to visit Cining Palace more often if she had time.

When the nanny returned, she saw the Empress Dowager half-reclined on the soft couch resting, and quickly stepped forward to adjust the thin blanket, “Lady, shall we rest?”

“No need, I’ll recline for a while. Isn’t it almost time to take medicine later? That girl’s technique is indeed good. I initially felt a bit of headache, but now I feel a lot better.”

The nanny silently marveled at how quickly Miss Chu had won the Empress Dowager’s favor. However, she indeed had skills, and combined with her nature, it was no wonder she received special attention from the Empress Dowager.

Of course, it’s not excluding the influence of Lord Chu’s position in the court nowadays.

“Lady, after Miss Li left, she found someone to block Prince Rong, who directly had his servants send her back.” The nanny, noticing the Empress Dowager’s good mood, spoke softly.

The Empress Dowager’s smile froze, and her brows furrowed slightly, “That child, how can she be so willful?”

This matter the nanny didn’t dare to address, she just recounted all the details of the incident.

“I have already arranged for someone to watch over Miss Li. She already knows Prince Rong has been summoned by the Emperor, she should have given up.”

The Empress Dowager sighed lightly, “That child has been like this since she was young. But Zhongjin, that child, remains the most indifferent; not seeing her in his eyes, I’m afraid she won’t receive any preferential treatment.”

“You continue to arrange people to watch over, don’t let anything happen.”

The nanny quickly nodded, and after receiving the Empress Dowager’s hint, found an opportunity to mention it to Old Madame Li.