Ah, you traveled through time too?

After the flower banquet in the Imperial Garden, the palace seemed to have returned to its former tranquility. However, Lian Di was keenly aware that beneath this tranquility, there was an undercurrent. She knew that the struggle in the harem had always been a silent war, and she needed to be more vigilant and cautious.

After the morning court session one day, the emperor held a banquet in the imperial garden to entertain the ministers. Lian Di and Lian Fang were also invited to attend. During the banquet, Lian Di maintained her gentle and dignified demeanor as always, carefully observing everyone's words and deeds. Halfway through the banquet, the emperor suddenly proposed to invite Concubine Chun to come and add to the fun. Concubine Chun Xiao Jin, dressed in a gorgeous long dress, came in slowly, winning the attention of everyone present.

Seeing this, Lian Di stood up and saluted to Concubine Chun: "Sister Concubine Chun, Lian Di greets you." According to etiquette, she should stand up only after Concubine Chun's signal. However, this time, Concubine Chun did not let her stand up immediately, but deliberately delayed for a while. Lian Di realized that this might be Concubine Chun testing her, or even the beginning of a palace fight.

Concubine Chun finally spoke, with a barely perceptible coldness in her tone: "Sister Lian Di is getting more and more beautiful. Even I feel ashamed of myself." Her words were apparently praising Lian Di, but her tone contained a subtle provocation.

Lian Di kept smiling and lowered her head and said, "Sister Concubine Chun, you are too kind. I am the one who is both beautiful and intelligent. Lian Di does not deserve it." Her words were humble and appropriate, leaving no room for Concubine Chun to use any handle.

Seeing Lian Di so calm, Concubine Chun couldn't help but secretly admire her, but she also felt a little unwilling. She smiled slightly and continued, "Sister, please stand up. I dare not accept your gift." Lian Di then stood up, bowed slightly, and sat back in her seat.

In the following banquet, Concubine Chun seemed to be making things difficult for Lian Di intentionally or unintentionally. She frequently gave the emperor some seemingly reasonable but difficult to implement suggestions, hoping to test Lian Di's ability to respond.

Concubine Chun smiled and said to the emperor: "Your Majesty, I heard that the border has been stable recently. Why not let Sister Lian Di lead a team to patrol it? This will not only appease the people living on the border, but also demonstrate the military power of our Great Qi." Her proposal seemed impeccable, but in fact, the situation on the border was complicated and such a mission was extremely risky.

After hearing this, the emperor pondered for a moment and turned to look at Lian Di: "Lian Di, what do you think?" Lian Di knew what Concubine Chun meant, but she answered without hesitation: "Your Majesty, if you have the order, I am willing to go to the border to inspect and ensure stability." Her answer was decisive and confident, without showing the slightest fear.

Concubine Chun smiled and nodded: "Sister, you are indeed brave and fearless. I admire you." A hint of coldness flashed across her eyes, but she quickly concealed it.

In the next few days, Lian Di and Lian Fang discussed countermeasures. Lian Fang said worriedly: "Sister, Concubine Chun is obviously making things difficult for you. I'm afraid this trip to the border will be dangerous." Lian Di smiled and comforted: "Don't worry, sister. Since it is the emperor's will, I will do my best. As long as we are careful, we will definitely return safely."

Lian Di quickly summoned the three generals, Qing Long, Bai Yu and Hei Hu, to discuss the specific matters of this border inspection. The three generals also realized the risks, but they were loyal to Lian Di and expressed their willingness to fully support her.

On the eve of departure, Lian Di was alone in the palace thinking, and Xiao Jin suddenly came to visit. Lian Di was alerted, but still remained polite: "Sister Chun, why are you visiting so late at night?" Xiao Jin smiled and said: "Sister, you have worked hard on your journey to the frontier. I came here specially to see you off and show my appreciation."

Lian Di smiled calmly: "Thank you for your thoughtfulness, sister." Xiao Jin continued: "Take care on your journey, sister. If you need anything, just send a letter back and I will do my best to help you." There was sincerity in her words, but Lian Di felt a chill.

The next day, Lian Di led the team to the border. On the way, she remained vigilant at all times, knowing the complexity of the mission. After arriving at the border, Lian Di met with local officials to understand the specific situation there. She found that although the border seemed calm on the surface, there were many unstable factors in secret.

With her outstanding leadership and wisdom, Lian Di quickly developed a strategy to stabilize the border. She worked closely with Qing Long, Bai Yu and Hei Hu to successfully defuse a potential rebellion and calm the emotions of the local people. Her performance was highly praised by the soldiers and people of the border, and she quickly won their trust and support.

After completing the inspection mission, Lian Di led the team back to the capital in triumph. When they returned, the emperor personally welcomed them and expressed his high praise: "Lian Di, you really lived up to my expectations, successfully completed the mission, and stabilized the border. I am proud of you."

Lian Di said respectfully: "Your Majesty, please give me too much praise. I have only done my duty. It is my honor to serve the Great Qi." The emperor ordered people to prepare a celebration banquet to celebrate the triumphant return of Lian Di and her accompanying generals.

At the celebration banquet, Concubine Chun appeared again, still looking gentle and charming. She raised her glass to congratulate Lian Di: "Sister, you are really as capable as a man. This trip to the border is of great merit and worth learning for all of us." Her tone was still full of praise, but Lian Di could hear the hidden meaning in it.

Lian Di responded with a smile: "Thank you for the compliment, Concubine Chun. You are the truly intelligent and virtuous one, and I have a lot to learn from you." The conversation between the two seemed harmonious, but everyone present felt the undercurrent.

After the banquet, Lianfang whispered to Liandi: "Sister, Concubine Chun's attitude is becoming more and more unpredictable. We need to be more careful." Liandi nodded: "Yes, sister. We must always be vigilant to cope with the next challenge."

In the following days, Concubine Chun continued to show her intelligence and beauty in front of the emperor, trying to further gain his favor and trust. She frequently made suggestions to the emperor, proposed various activities, and even suggested building a new palace to show the emperor's majesty and the prosperity of Da Qi.

The emperor listened to Concubine Chun's suggestion and decided to hold a large-scale martial arts competition in the palace to show the bravery of the generals of Da Qi and to boost morale. As heroines of Da Qi, Lian Di and Lian Fang were naturally invited to participate.

On the day of the martial arts competition, the palace was bustling with people, and the whole capital was in jubilation. The emperor personally watched the competition, and Concubine Chun sat beside him, looking very proud. Lian Di and Lian Fang, dressed in military uniforms, stood on the ring with heroic looks, ready to meet the challenge.

Concubine Chun smiled and said to the emperor: "Your Majesty, I heard that Sister Lian Di and Sister Lian Fang are very skilled in martial arts. Why not let them participate in the competition together? They will definitely be able to show us the elegance of the women of Da Qi." The emperor nodded in agreement: "Okay, let them participate together and let us see their bravery."

Lian Di and Lian Fang showed off their superb martial arts on the ring, winning the applause of everyone present. Each of their moves was full of power and beauty, as if they were recreating their heroic figures on the battlefield. Although Concubine Chun watched coldly from the sidelines, she had to admit that they were indeed unbeatable fighters.

After the competition, the emperor praised Lian Di and Lian Fang's performance and said, "You are indeed the pride of my Great Qi. I am proud of you." Lian Di and Lian Fang respectfully