Zhulan was naturally happy. The Empress Dowager hinted at the Emperor not giving definite news, which made her fear unexpected changes. Now with the definite news, she felt at ease, "I have too many ideas I want to realize."
Zhou Shuren dressed up, "I'm actually quite surprised that the Empress Dowager didn't take the position of dean."
Zhulan said, "When the Empress Dowager hinted at me about the manor's reconstruction, I was surprised too."
Zhou Shuren replied, "Anyway, the outcome is positive."
Zhulan felt joyful, "This is an important step in improving women's status."
Zhou Shuren smiled, "Keep it up."
The couple chatted about the children's internships. The children received wages for their internships; both the shipyard and the pharmacy were run by the Imperial court, and the wages were not low. The children's earnings went to the orphanage.
Zhou Shuren said, "Don't be too happy yet; not everyone can accept girls learning."
