After my inner voice was eavesdropped, I became the favorite of the Tang Dynasty

Chapter 56

She took a deep breath and tried to calm herself down. Then, she turned her head and looked at Qianlong, saying in a cold voice, "I know her. She is my aunt Jin Zhaodi."

Hearing this, Qianlong's mouth curled up into a smug smile. He knew that he had successfully touched Li Qingge's soft spot, so he continued to provoke: "Oh? So it's your aunt! Then she is your relative! Now that you meet each other, shouldn't you be happy?"

Li Qingge had a cold face and did not answer Qianlong's words. She knew that Qianlong wanted to see how she would react and what she would choose. But she was unwilling to let Qianlong get his wish. So, she turned her head and looked at her aunt Jin Zhaodi, and said softly: "Aunt, are you okay?"

When Jin Zhaodi heard Li Qingge's voice, her eyes instantly moistened. She replied in a trembling voice: "I... I'm fine... Qingge... why are you here too?"

Li Qingge felt a warm current in her heart when she heard this. She knew that her aunt still cared about her and still treated her as a relative. So, she smiled and replied, "I came to see you! Aunt, don't worry, I will find a way to rescue you."

When Qianlong heard what Li Qingge said, his face darkened instantly. He knew that Li Qingge wanted to fight him to the end, so he snorted coldly and said, "Li Qingge, how capable do you think you are? Do you think you can save your aunt? I tell you, as long as I am the emperor, you will never dare to go against me!"

Li Qingge sneered when she heard this. She looked at Qianlong and said in a cold voice: "Qianlong, don't forget that I am not the Li Qingge of the past. Now I am the queen of Dayan! I have my army, my subjects, and my wisdom! If I really want to go against you, you may not be able to do anything to me!"

When Qianlong heard what Li Qingge said, he was so angry that he trembled all over. He knew that what Li Qingge said was true, but he was unwilling to admit his failure. So he roared and said, "Li Qingge! Don't think I really dare not touch you! If you dare to go against me again, I will never let you off easily!"

Li Qingge looked at Qianlong's furious expression, and she felt an indescribable joy in her heart. She knew that she had successfully angered Qianlong, and she also knew that this storm was inevitable. But she was not afraid at all, and instead had an impulse to compete with Qianlong.

So, she sneered and replied, "Emperor Qianlong, if you want to touch me, just do it! If I, Li Qingge, frown, I will lose!"

After saying this, Li Qingge turned and left. She knew that she had successfully disrupted the banquet, and she also knew that Qianlong had become deeply wary of her. But she didn't care at all, and instead felt that this was a rare victory.

As Jin Zhaodi watched Li Qingge leave, tears finally fell from her eyes. She knew her niece had grown into a great queen, and she also knew that she would find a way to rescue her. As a result, she felt an unprecedented hope and courage.

After this incident, the relationship between Li Qingge and Qianlong became more tense. They both knew that each other had become the biggest threat and enemy to the other. But they were not afraid at all, and instead had an urge to compete with each other.

In this turmoil, Jin Zhaodi also became an important chess piece in the struggle between Li Qingge and Qianlong. She knew that her fate was in the hands of others, but she was unwilling to give up hope and courage. So she began to silently wait for Li Qingge's rescue and victory.

Jin Zhaodi surrounded the masked Li Qingge, like a lost butterfly, searching for a familiar fragrance among the flowers. Her eyes were full of doubt and curiosity, as if she wanted to see through the figure in front of her. Li Qingge was tall, and even under the wide robe, it was difficult to hide her unique temperament. Her steps were light, and every step seemed to silently tell her story.

Zhaodi's eyes wandered over Li Qingge's face, trying to catch a trace of familiarity behind the cold mask. However, the mask was like an indestructible wall, firmly hiding Li Qingge's true appearance. Zhaodi sighed and shook her head, the helplessness and disappointment slowly falling like leaves in autumn.

"No... I don't know him..." Zhaodi's voice was as thin as a mosquito, but it was particularly clear in the silent air. How could she know him? Li Qingge was wearing a mask and had not spoken a word. The familiar figure and voice were ruthlessly blocked by this mask.

He Shen stood aside, like a cunning fox, always ready to catch prey. He had just suffered a setback, and now seeing Zhao Di coming out, he seemed to see a savior, and a sly look flashed in his eyes. The wind stopped, the rain stopped, and he felt that he had regained his majestic feeling. So, he squinted his eyes, raised a sneer at the corner of his mouth, and asked, "Really don't you know her?"

Zhaodi was so frightened by Heshen's cold gaze that her whole body trembled. She shook her head, her voice trembling: "I don't know her!" When Heshen heard this, he was furious. He shouted: "How dare you lie in front of the emperor? The crime of deceiving the emperor is to exterminate your entire family!" His voice was like thunder, which frightened Zhaodi.

Zhaodi was so frightened that her whole body went limp and she collapsed to the ground like mud. She cried and begged for mercy: "I dare not deceive the emperor. I really dare not!" Her tears rolled to the ground like beads that had broken off the string, splashing water.

Li Qingge was furious when she saw Heshen deliberately making things difficult for Zhaodi. She clenched her teeth, as if she wanted to turn her anger into strength. She loudly rebuked Heshen: "I was wearing a mask, how could she recognize me? Lord Heshen, you are in a high position, how can you bully a weak woman like this, don't you feel ashamed?" Her voice was firm and powerful, like a pine tree in the cold wind, standing firm.

He Shen was speechless for a moment. He was stunned, as if Li Qingge's words had hit him hard. A hint of viciousness flashed in his eyes, but he soon regained his composure.

When Zhaodi heard Li Qingge's voice, she felt an inexplicable sense of familiarity. She suddenly came to her senses and asked in surprise and doubt: "Ah...Ah Feng...Is it you, Ah Feng?" There was a tremor in her voice, as if she couldn't believe her ears. As soon as she finished speaking, she realized that she had said the wrong thing, and hurriedly covered her mouth, as if she wanted to take back the words.

Li Qingge nodded, her eyes full of tenderness and comfort. She whispered, "It's me, aunt, don't be afraid. With me here, no one can bully you." Her voice was like a spring breeze, instantly dispelling the fear and anxiety in Zhaodi's heart.

Zhaodi felt an indescribable mixture of sadness and joy when she heard what Li Qingge said. She wanted to speak, but she held back, biting her lower lip tightly, as if to suppress the gasp that was about to come out.

He Shen's eyes turned cold, and the two guards behind him appeared silently like ghosts. They were burly and moved silently, like two cold statues. They held Zhao Di's shoulders on both sides and held her firmly in their hands.

Li Qingge looked at the two men, secretly alert in her heart. She knew that they were masters of internal strength, and every move contained infinite power. She snorted coldly, and a hint of coldness flashed in her eyes.

Heshen stared at Li Qingge and said with a sinister smile: "Your Majesty the Queen is so affectionate and loyal. It is really touching that you are willing to take such a big risk for an aunt who is not related to you by blood." His voice was full of sarcasm and provocation.

Li Qingge sneered and said, "Relatives in this world are not just blood relatives. People are all made of flesh and blood, and they know clearly who is close to them. How can you treacherous villains understand?" Her voice was firm and powerful, as if to imprint this truth in everyone's heart.

He Shen was scolded, but he was not angry. Instead, he smiled and said, "In this case, let's talk about the terms." His voice was full of pride and cunning.

Li Qingge said disdainfully: "You want to threaten me with your little tricks?" Her eyes were full of coldness and disdain. She knew Heshen's cunning and insidiousness, but she was not afraid. She believed that she had enough wisdom and strength to deal with it all.

Heshen smiled and said, "Your Majesty is willing to take risks, which shows how much you value Zhaodi..." At this point, he looked at Qianlong. Qianlong was sitting on the side, his expression cold and majestic. He and Heshen had a tacit understanding, and he knew that what Heshen was going to say next was not very pleasant, but he nodded anyway. As long as he could humiliate this green-faced woman, he was willing to do anything.

With Qianlong's tacit approval, Heshen became even more complacent. He said with a fake smile: "Since ancient times, the imperial family has been the most ruthless. Your Majesty, as a monarch, you are so impulsive for a commoner. How can you govern the country and stabilize the world?" His voice was full of sarcasm and provocation.

Li Qingge replied coldly: "My Great Yan country is peaceful and the people live and work in peace and contentment. There is no need for you to worry about it." Her voice was firm and powerful, as if she wanted to imprint this truth in everyone's heart. She knew her country and her people, and she had enough confidence and determination to protect them.

He Shen smiled as brightly as a flower. He said, "Your Majesty, if you want to keep Zhao Di safe, it's actually very easy. Just promise our emperor three things. We'll talk about the details later. To show your sincerity, please greet the emperor first." His voice was full of pride and cunning. He knew that Li Qingge would not give in easily, but he had enough patience and means to deal with her.

Li Qingge looked at Heshen coldly, her eyes full of coldness and disdain. She knew Heshen's cunning and insidiousness, but she was not afraid. She took a deep breath and prepared to meet the upcoming challenge. She knew that for Zhaodi, for Dayan, and for herself, she had to face it all with strength.

For those who are deeply emotional and pay attention to morality, using the lives of their loved ones as a threat is undoubtedly the most vicious way, just like hitting a snake at its weakest point. However, Li Qingge, the queen of Da Yan, is a woman with a complex and tough personality. She is as gentle as water, able to delicately understand people's hearts, and has an unyielding strength. In the face of power and coercion, she never compromises.

At this moment, she stood in the magnificent hall, facing the threats of Qianlong and Heshen, her eyes revealed disdain and arrogance. Her posture was upright, like a plum blossom standing proudly in the wind and snow, not afraid of the severe cold, not afraid of the wind and frost. She snorted disdainfully, the voice was crisp and firm, as if it could penetrate people's hearts: "You want me to surrender to that old guy Qianlong, it's just wishful thinking!"

Qianlong's smile froze on his face the moment he heard this, and a trace of astonishment and anger flashed in his eyes. However, he was more afraid of Li Qingge's unyielding will. Heshen, who was standing aside, was also shocked. He had never seen such a courageous woman who dared to be so presumptuous in front of the emperor.

Li Qingge raised her eyebrows and glanced coldly at the officials present. Her eyes were like knives, as if she could see through the darkness and hypocrisy in people's hearts. Especially towards Qianlong, she cast an even colder gaze, as if she wanted to see through him. Her voice was cold and firm: "Do you think you can threaten me with my aunt's life? How naive."

He Shen shuddered at her cold gaze. However, he still said, "Her life is in my hands now. What if you don't obey me?" His voice was trembling, but he still tried to maintain his dignity.

Li Qingge smiled contemptuously, revealing her sarcasm and disdain for Heshen. She said, "I came all the way to the capital from thousands of miles away, not to be coerced by you." Her voice was soft, but it was firm and unquestionable.

After saying this, she flashed with a red shadow and quickly rushed towards the kidnapped Jin Zhaodi. Her movements were agile and fast, like a red lightning streaking through the sky. Heshen was horrified and hurriedly shouted, "Stop her!" However, it was too late.

The two guards knew that Li Qingge was a skilled martial artist, and they wanted to hold Jin Zhaodi hostage to restrain her. However, before they could react, they felt a wave of palm wind coming at them. The palm wind was so strong and fierce that it seemed to tear everything apart. In an instant, they were severely injured and fell to the ground, blood splattered everywhere, and they died on the spot.

Li Qingge's quickness was simply unbelievable. She saved Jin Zhaodi in the blink of an eye and dealt with the two guards neatly. Her skills were profound, and hundreds of years of cultivation allowed her to easily crush even a thousand-pound rock with one palm. What about flesh and blood? Although the two guards were superb in martial arts, they were as fragile as ants under Li Qingge's palm.

He Shen was so frightened when he saw this scene that he almost lost his mind. His eyes revealed his fear and shock of Li Qingge. When he saw the red-clothed figure approaching again, he was hit on the cheek. The power of the palm was so great that the sound was as loud as a firecracker. The pain was almost unbearable, and the whole person seemed to be blown away by a powerful force.

When everyone woke up, He Shen's handsome face had swollen like a pig's head. His eyes were narrowed into a line, and there was blood at the corner of his mouth. Even his mother couldn't recognize him. He lay on the ground in a mess, groaning in pain.

Li Qingge took Jin Zhaodi to the table calmly, as if nothing had happened. She smiled as she savored the delicacies on the table, her smile revealing calmness and confidence. Everyone present was shocked by her aura, knowing that this woman was no ordinary person.

Jin Zhaodi sat beside Li Qingge, her eyes sparkling with gratitude and awe. She held Li Qingge's hand tightly, as if she had found someone to rely on. Li Qingge gently patted the back of her hand to comfort her. Her eyes revealed her concern and love for Jin Zhaodi.

In that era, literary inquisition was prevalent, and warriors often violated the ban and broke into the palace in the name of justice, and assassinations of the emperor were common. However, even the strongest masters could hardly resist the siege of the crowd. Once surrounded by guards, it would be difficult to escape. Today, the two guards are not only superb in martial arts, but also the coaches of the palace, and have never been defeated in hundreds of battles. Originally, it was thought that with their skills, even if they met a top master, they could defeat him within ten moves. What's more, they also took Jin Zhaodi as a hostage, and thought it was foolproof.

However, no one expected Li Qingge to be so strong and completely ignore everything. She killed two guards in an instant and beat He Shen into a pig's head. Her martial arts skills were incredible. The whole palace was silent for a while, and everyone held their breath, as if even the dust in the air had solidified.

Qianlong's face turned as ugly as dirt, and his eyes revealed fear and shock of Li Qingge. He thought to himself: With Li Qingge's martial arts, if she wanted to enter the palace to assassinate, it would be easy. Thinking of this, he couldn't help but feel a sense of fear. He knew Li Qingge's strength and courage very well, and knew that this woman was definitely not an ordinary person.

After a long silence, Qianlong managed to force a smile. The smile revealed his fear and awe of Li Qingge. He said, "The queen of Dayan is an extraordinary martial artist. Such a skill really opened my eyes." Although his voice was calm, it was trembling slightly.

Li Qingge just smiled faintly when she heard this. Her eyes revealed her mockery and disdain for Qianlong. She knew Qianlong's hypocrisy and cunningness, and she also knew that this contest was not over. However, she was not afraid, because she had enough strength and wisdom to deal with all challenges.

After this storm, the palace returned to its former tranquility. However, it left an indelible mark in everyone's heart. They knew Li Qingge's strength and courage, and they also knew that this woman would be an existence that they could not ignore in the future. And Li Qingge also showed her style and strength in this contest, which made everyone look at her with new eyes.

The sunlight shines through the carved window lattices, scattering on the magnificent hall, adding a bit of softness to this solemn place. Li Qingge stands in the center of the hall, wearing a luxurious brocade robe that glitters and shines brightly. The corners of her mouth are slightly raised, and her smile is like the most gorgeous flower in spring. Her voice is as clear as a silver bell, and she said: "The emperor's Sichuan opera face-changing skills are really amazing. It really opened my eyes and I can't stop praising it." There is a cunning light in her eyes, as if she can see through all the falsehoods.

Emperor Qianlong sat on the high dragon throne, wearing a dragon robe, majestic and solemn, but his face was not very good at the moment, like a sky covered with dark clouds, and responded in a low voice: "The queen is too flattering. Da Yan and Da Qing are brothers of the same roots, occupying this vast land of China together, and are all descendants of Yan and Huang. It stands to reason that they should be as close as a family, right?" His eyes were deep, as if he was looking for the true intention in Li Qingge's words. Li Qingge laughed, and the sound was crisp and pleasant, like the gurgling of a mountain stream, and the chirping of birds in the forest. "For the sake of interests, it is not uncommon for brothers to turn against each other. What do you say about being as close as a family? It is very difficult to find such a thing between countries. There are no eternal enemies or eternal friends in this world. Only interests are eternal." Her words were straightforward and profound, like a sharp blade, cutting through the veil of hypocrisy in the world, and people couldn't help but fall into contemplation after listening to them.

The ministers beside Qianlong, all dressed in official uniforms and wearing black gauze hats, nodded thoughtfully when they heard the words, secretly admiring that the Queen of Dayan was not an ordinary village woman, and her words were so philosophical. They exchanged glances, as if silently communicating their views on the queen.

Qianlong smiled again, with a hint of helplessness and relief in his smile. "The Queen's words are really sharp. You must be a wise person who should know the value of peace. In the past, there were constant wars and the people were suffering. As monarchs, we should seek the welfare of the people. Why don't we turn swords into plowshares and jointly protect the peace of the two countries? What do you think, Queen?" There was a hint of sincerity in his tone, but more of it was helplessness about the situation.

Li Qingge couldn't help laughing when she heard this, but she still kept a faint smile on her face. She knew that when there was no threat and she knew she couldn't beat him, the other party wanted to make peace. How could there be such a cheap thing in the world? If she didn't make him feel hurt today, she would never give up. However, she had to plan carefully how to act. So, she responded lightly: "I am also willing to turn hostility into friendship, but some people are not willing to. I don't like fighting, but I am not afraid of fighting. If someone overestimates his own ability, I will definitely let him know how powerful I am." Her words revealed an unquestionable firmness, as if she had already seen the future victory.

Qianlong narrowed his eyes, his gaze was as sharp as an eagle, as if it could penetrate all disguises, "Queen, how do you think this matter should be handled?" There was a hint of temptation in his tone, as if he wanted to see what Li Qingge's plan was.

Just as Li Qingge was about to speak, she saw Li Yu hurriedly approaching Qianlong's ear with a whisk in his hand and whispering something. Qianlong's face immediately turned livid, like the sky before a storm, and his eyes were so sharp that they seemed to be able to kill people. He stared at Li Qingge and said sternly, "The queen has a good plan! But we in the Qing Dynasty cannot be bullied casually!" His voice was filled with suppressed anger, as if it would explode at any time.

Li Qingge smiled, with a hint of pride and provocation in her smile, "Oh? Then we'll have to wait and see. I can't wait to see this great show." Her voice was light and joyful, as if she had already seen the future victory.

Qianlong was so angry that he put the cup with golden dragon pattern on the table heavily, and the wine splashed out and splashed on the golden dragon robe, as if it was the best interpretation of his anger. The ministers were so scared that they left their seats and knelt down, shouting: "Your Majesty, calm down!" There was trembling and fear in their voices, as if they were afraid of angering this angry king.

Jin Zhaodi was so scared that she wanted to kneel down. Her face was as pale as paper, and her eyes were flashing with fear. Li Qingge quickly supported her and said with a smile: "The emperor and I are equal. Your aunt is my elder. How can you kneel casually?" Her voice was gentle and firm, as if it could soothe all fears.

Jin Zhaodi was very flustered and didn't know what to do. She looked at Li Qingge, her eyes flashing with complex emotions. Li Qingge gently patted her shoulder and comforted her with his eyes: "Just sit down and relax, I'm here, no one will dare to bully you in the future." There was an unquestionable power in her voice, as if it could bring endless comfort and courage to people.

Jin Zhaodi was still in a state of panic. She thought of her niece's past sufferings and now that she had suddenly become a queen, it felt like a dream. She looked at Li Qingge with pride and satisfaction in her eyes. She knew that her niece was no longer the weak woman who was bullied by others. She had grown into a queen who could stand on her own.

Li Qingge knew why Qianlong was angry, because she had already arranged the artillery at the border to be ready to fire at the right time. She knew that this move had completely angered Qianlong, but she was not afraid. She believed that only strength was the hard truth, and only by making the other party feel pain could they truly surrender.

The atmosphere in the hall was tense and solemn, as if a string would break at any time. Li Qingge and Qianlong looked at each other, their eyes hiding their own calculations and determination. They knew that this contest had just begun, and the road ahead was still long and difficult. But no matter what, they would not give up their positions and interests.

The sun shines through the window lattices and onto the floor of the hall, forming patches of golden light. These spots of light seem to represent the hopes and dreams of everyone in the hall, small but unwavering. They know that only by persisting can they usher in true victory and peace.

In this war without gunpowder, Li Qingge and Qianlong are both representatives and symbols of their respective countries. Every decision and action they make is related to the future and destiny of the two countries. Therefore, they must make choices carefully and decisively, and must not let their countries fall into crisis and difficulties.

Li Qingge looked at Qianlong, her heart full of determination. She knew that this contest would not end easily, but she had made full preparations and responses. She believed that as long as she had faith and hope in her heart, she would be able to overcome all difficulties and challenges.

Qianlong looked at Li Qingge, his heart filled with mixed emotions. He knew that this woman was no longer the weak woman who could be bullied at will. She was now a queen with great strength and wisdom, an opponent who could stand on equal footing with him. Therefore, he had to re-examine his strategies and plans, and could not let the country fall into a greater crisis.

The atmosphere in the hall was still tense and solemn, but Li Qingge and Qianlong were ready to deal with it. They knew that this contest would be a long and difficult journey, but as long as they had faith and hope in their hearts, they would be able to usher in true victory and peace.

With one order, hundreds of cannons roared at the same time, and the deafening sound seemed to tear the sky apart. Those cannons were the most powerful weapons of Da Yan, and each shell contained the power to destroy the world. The flames shot up into the sky, like an angry dragon, dyeing the sky red. The sound was so loud that it shook the clouds, as if even the heaven and earth were shaken.

The Qing troops on the border were frightened by the sudden artillery fire and turned pale. They were panicked and fled like wolves. Some fell to the ground, and some bumped into each other. They looked so embarrassed. They thought that Dayan was going to start a war again, and the panic in their hearts surged like a tide, almost drowning them.

The Qing army generals hurriedly sent people on fast horses to the capital to report this shocking news. The sound of horse hooves was rapid and powerful, raising clouds of dust, as if to convey this tense atmosphere to every corner.

From the sound of the cannon to the news reaching the capital, all of this was in Li Qingge's plan. Her plan was so ingenious that even Emperor Qianlong was surprised. When the news reached Qianlong's ears, he was sitting in the magnificent palace, enjoying fine wine and delicious food, but was suddenly broken by this sudden news.

Qianlong's eyes suddenly became as cold as a knife. He stared at the messenger who came to report the news, as if he could see through him. The messenger knelt on the ground trembling with fear, not daring to look up and look directly into the emperor's eyes. Qianlong pondered for a moment, and finally said: "Queen, why are you so pressing?"

Li Qingge was standing in the hall at this time. She was wearing a gorgeous brocade robe and a golden crown on her head. Her eyebrows revealed an unquestionable majesty. She raised her eyebrows and answered seriously: "I didn't force you. It was your Qing country that started the trouble. It's rude not to reciprocate. Otherwise, where would my face be? Where would the dignity of Da Yan be?"

Hearing this, Qianlong's face turned blue with anger. He didn't expect Li Qingge's words to be so sharp and pierce his heart. He suppressed his anger and said grimly: "Okay, even if I was wrong before, Queen, you have provoked war on the border again and again, and forced us again and again. Where is the dignity of our Qing Dynasty?"

Li Qingge looked serious, her eyes hard as iron. She stared at Qianlong without flinching, and said word by word: "If you want others to respect you, you must first become strong, and the same goes for the country. Dignity is earned by swords, and truth is born in gunfire. How to solve this matter? I will send someone to tell you after we have discussed it. If you are not convinced, I will beat you until you are convinced!"

After saying this, she didn't care how ugly Qianlong's face was, just like a smelly sock that had been accumulated for a long time, she took Jin Zhaodi's hand and walked away swaggeringly. Her steps were firm and powerful, as if every step was stepping on the land of the Qing Dynasty, announcing the majesty of the Great Yan.

With a bang, all the delicious food and wine on the table behind Li Qingge fell over and were all over the floor. Qianlong was so angry that his face was twisted and he wanted to bite his teeth to pieces: "This woman is so hateful. She dared to coerce me like this..." He was so angry that he seemed to burn down the entire palace.

"Your Majesty, please don't be angry! Your Majesty, please don't be angry!" Seeing this, the ministers knelt on the ground and kowtowed, begging him to calm down. They knew that if Qianlong got angry, the consequences would be disastrous.

After returning to the inn, Li Qingge finally got rid of the anger in her heart. She felt very happy. She sat at the table, picked up a cup of tea, took a sip, and a smug smile appeared on the corner of her mouth. Jin Zhaodi sat beside her. Although she had escaped from the tiger's mouth, she was still scared in her heart. It felt like a dream. She looked at Li Qingge, her eyes flashing with awe and gratitude.

Li Qingge thought of her aunt's love for her, and a warm feeling welled up in her heart. She gently comforted Jin Zhaodi: "Aunt, don't be afraid, you are safe now. With me here, no one will dare to bully you anymore."

Jin Zhaodi was so moved that tears welled up in her eyes when she heard this. She held Li Qingge's hand and said with a sob: "Qingge, thank you, you are really my lifesaver."

Li Qingge gently patted the back of Jin Zhaodi's hand and said with a smile: "Aunt, you're welcome. We are a family and should help each other."

Then, she asked how Jin Zhaodi entered the palace and some trivial matters in the palace. She was afraid that someone would use disguise to deceive people, so she asked very carefully, even asking what she liked to eat when she was a child and what gifts she received on her birthday. Jin Zhaodi answered her one by one, and when she talked about the scene when she went to her aunt's house and saw her aunt grinding beans to make tofu pudding, she showed a nostalgic look on her face.

"I remember that at that time, I especially liked to eat tofu pudding sprinkled with sugar. I thought it was fresh, lively and delicious." Li Qingge said with a smile.

Jin Zhaodi corrected her with a smile: "How can you eat sweet tofu pudding? I always make it with marinade. How did you remember it wrong?"

When Li Qingge heard this, she smiled so hard that her eyes narrowed into a line and said, "Yes, yes, yes, I remembered it wrongly. My aunt was good at making salty tofu pudding. I was young and ignorant at that time. I still find it funny when I think about it now."

Li Qingge was relieved after confirming that Jin Zhaodi was her real aunt and not a disguised one. She hugged Jin Zhaodi tightly, as if she wanted to hold on to the lost and regained family affection.

Jin Zhaodi also asked Li Qingge how she had survived these years, how she escaped from the brothel, and how she became the queen of Dayan. Li Qingge sighed, a hint of sadness flashed in her eyes, but she soon regained her determination.

"In those years, I experienced a lot of hardship and torture. But I never gave up hope and was always looking for an opportunity to escape. Later, I finally met a kind-hearted person who helped me escape from the brothel and gave me a sum of money to start my life again. I used the money to start a business and gradually accumulated wealth and power. In the end, with my wisdom and courage, I became the queen of Dayan." Li Qingge said simply, but the hardships and difficulties involved were unimaginable.

Jin Zhaodi listened to Li Qingge's narration with admiration and emotion. She held Li Qingge's hand tightly and said, "Qingge, you are such an amazing woman. I am proud of you."

Li Qingge smiled, with a determined light in her eyes. She knew that she still had a long way to go, and there were many challenges and difficulties waiting for her. But she believed that as long as she had firm faith and courage, she would be able to overcome all difficulties and move towards a better future.

The graves of the old Jin family have always been ordinary, and there has never been any auspicious sign of smoke rising from them, as if even the heavens have never favored this family. However, who would have thought that this ordinary soil would give birth to a founding emperor, Li Qingge. This is really strange, and it makes people sigh that things in the world are impermanent.

Li Qingge stood in front of the old house, looking at the familiar land, with endless emotion in her heart. She just smiled faintly when she heard the comments of others, and didn't say much. But when Jin Zhaodi, her aunt, mentioned those old memories, a complicated light flashed in her eyes.

"My child, all the suffering you endured was caused by me, your mother, not taking good care of the family, allowing that bad guy Jin Aicai to take advantage of the situation." Jin Zhaodi cried, tears welling up in her eyes. "Luckily, your parents in heaven are blessing you, so you escaped this disaster."

Li Qingge gently held her aunt's hand, her tone gentle but firm: "Aunt, please don't blame yourself. You still have a son to raise, and my uncle is not in good health, how can you take care of everything? My parents passed away early, if you didn't feel sorry for me, a lonely child, how could I be here today?"

Jin Zhaodi looked at Li Qingge with eyes full of love and relief. This niece had been smart and hardworking since she was a child. Now, she has become the ruler of a country, but she still maintains that rare innocence and kindness.

"You are such a sensible and considerate child. I really feel sorry for you." Jin Zhaodi sighed and continued, "Now that you are doing so well, your parents can rest assured."

When Li Qingge mentioned her adoptive parents, her emotions got a little out of control. She burst into tears and said, "I came to the capital this time, first, to bring my aunt home, and second, to move my parents' graves to a good place, build an imperial mausoleum, give them a royal title, let them enjoy eternal incense, and let their names go down in history."

Jin Zhaodi felt a pang of sadness when she heard this. She thought of Li Qingge's parents, a kind and hardworking couple who passed away early, leaving this lonely child behind. Now that Li Qingge has made a difference, he still remembers the kindness of his parents. This filial piety is really rare.

"Others laughed at your parents for not having a son and raising a daughter in vain." Jin Zhaodi shook her head and continued, "Now that you are so successful and have brought honor to your parents, those who used to laugh at us are probably extremely envious now."

Li Qingge snorted coldly, with a cold light flashing in her eyes: "Humph, I must let those envious and jealous people know that it doesn't matter if I don't have a son. I, a daughter, can also make my parents glorious. Not only will my parents be posthumously conferred titles, but you, aunt, should also be conferred the title of Grand Princess. I will repay those who are good to me a hundredfold, and I will make those who are not good to me suffer a hundredfold."

Jin Zhaodi was touched when she heard this, but she was more worried. She shook her head and said, "It's enough for your parents to posthumously confer a title on me. I don't need these. I am just an old country woman, vulgar and ignorant, without manners or grace. If I were to be conferred a title of princess, I would probably be laughed at. I am already old and not far from the grave. What use are these false titles to me? I just hope that your cousin can marry a good wife and live a stable life. Nothing else matters."

Li Qingge shook her head resolutely. She held her aunt's hand tightly and said firmly, "No! After my parents passed away, you are the person closest to me. Moreover, you are my grandparents' first child. An elder sister is like a mother. You loved my father so much. Now that my father is gone, I should be filial to you on his behalf."

Jin Zhaodi looked at Li Qingge's determined eyes, and a warm current surged in her heart. She nodded with tears in her eyes and said, "You have lived up to my love for you. But the canonization can be done slowly. Let's deal with your parents' funeral affairs and Jin Aicai's affairs first."

(End of this chapter)