Ah, you traveled through time too?

After the banquet, all the concubines bid farewell to the emperor and left. Concubine Chun bowed to the emperor before leaving: "Your Majesty, today's banquet is very enjoyable. I hope there will be more opportunities like this." The emperor smiled and nodded in agreement, and Concubine Chun turned around and left with a calm smile.

As the concubines left one by one, Lian Di felt the pressure in her heart gradually eased. She breathed a long sigh of relief, stood in the pavilion of the imperial garden, looked at the palace in the night, and felt a lot of emotions in her heart. Although the struggle in the harem was complicated, she always maintained her inner peace and tenacity.

At this time, Lian Di's personal maid Dong Xia quietly walked up to her and asked softly, "Madam, do you need to go back to the palace to rest?"

Lian Di smiled and nodded: "Yes, today's banquet is finally over, let's go back." There was a hint of relief in her tone as she walked on the palace road with Dong Xia.

Back in the bedroom, Lian Di sat at the table. Dong Xia poured her a cup of hot tea and handed it to her. Lian Di took the cup and took a sip. The warm tea dispelled the fatigue in her heart. She looked at Dong Xia and said softly, "Dong Xia, you have worked so hard during this period."

Dong Xia smiled slightly and shook her head, saying, "Your Majesty has given so much to Da Qi, so my little hard work is nothing. As long as Your Majesty is safe and sound, I will be satisfied."

Lian Di held Dong Xia's hand gratefully: "You have always been by my side, I am so grateful. There are constant disputes in the harem, we must always be vigilant."

Dong Xia nodded, her expression serious: "Yes, your majesty, Concubine Chun's methods are increasing, and we can't take it lightly. However, I believe that as long as we work together, we will be able to overcome all difficulties."

Lian Di smiled slightly, with a determined light in her eyes: "That's right, we must have firm beliefs to remain invincible in this dangerous palace."

At this time, there was a gentle knock on the door, and Lian Di motioned Dong Xia to open the door. A guard was outside the door, and he said respectfully: "Empress Lian Di, the emperor wants to see you."

Lian Di was slightly startled, but soon regained her composure. She stood up and said, "I'll go see the emperor right away." She turned to Dong Xia and said, "You take a rest first. I'll go see the emperor."

Dong Xia nodded and said, "My lady, be careful. If you need anything, I will be on standby at any time."

Lian Di nodded and followed the guards to the imperial study. When they arrived at the imperial study, the emperor was sitting at the desk, reading the memorials. When he saw Lian Di coming in, the emperor put down the memorials in his hand and said with a smile: "Lian Di, thank you for your hard work in today's banquet."

Lian Di bowed and said, "Your Majesty, I am just doing my duty."

The emperor motioned her to sit down and said in a gentle voice, "The affairs of the harem are complicated, especially the things that have happened recently, which give me a headache. I know that you have been assisting me wholeheartedly, and I am very grateful."

Lian Di said modestly: "Your Majesty, you are welcome. It is my honor to serve Da Qi."

The emperor nodded, his expression gradually becoming solemn: "I hope you can continue to maintain this mentality. I will do my best to handle the affairs of the harem. If you have any difficulties, just tell me."

Lian Di felt the emperor's concern and felt warm in her heart. She nodded and said, "Thank you for your trust, Your Majesty. I will do my best."

After returning from the imperial study, Lian Di's faith became stronger. She returned to the bedroom, and Dong Xia had prepared hot water to help her wash. Lian Di felt warm as she watched Dong Xia busying around. She knew that she was not alone, and there were many loyal people around her supporting her.

In the dead of night, Lian Di lay in bed, with a lot of thoughts in her mind. She recalled the scenes at today's banquet, and felt a little uneasy in her heart. She knew that Concubine Chun had endless tricks, and she had to be more careful to protect herself and her family.

The next morning, Lian Di got up early and prepared to start a new day of palace affairs. She dressed neatly and walked out of the palace. Dong Xia was already waiting outside the door. Dong Xia smiled and said, "Good morning, Madam. Do you have any special plans today?"

Lian Di smiled and said, "Today I have to deal with some memorials from the court, and also keep an eye on the movements of the harem. Let's go together."

Dongxia nodded and followed Liandi to the imperial study. In the imperial study, Liandi began to deal with memorials, while Dongxia prepared writing materials. The two of them had a tacit understanding and soon handled the accumulated affairs in an orderly manner.

After handling the affairs of state, Lian Di decided to visit Concubine Xian and Zhao Liangyuan. She knew that Concubine Xian had pleaded for Zhao Wanpin at the last banquet, showing her generosity and kindness, and Zhao Wanpin had been in a bad mood since she was demoted to Liangyuan, and needed more care.

When they arrived at Concubine Xian's bedroom, she was sitting by the window embroidering. Seeing Lian Di coming in, Concubine Xian smiled and greeted her: "Sister Lian Di, how come you have time to come and see me today?"

Lian Di smiled and said, "I finished my work earlier today and thought of coming to see my sister and learn about Zhao Liangyuan's situation."

Concubine Xian nodded: "Zhao Liangyuan has recovered well recently, but she is still a little depressed. I have been persuading her, hoping that she can cheer up."

Lian Di sighed and said, "Her situation is indeed pitiful, but we must learn to be strong in the harem. I hope she can cheer up soon."

Xian Fei smiled slightly: "Sister is right, we are all the same. Only by being strong can we gain a foothold in this palace."

While the two were talking, Zhao Liangyuan suddenly walked in. She saw Lian Di and bowed slightly: "Hello, Sister Lian Di."

Lian Di said gently, "Zhao Liangyuan, no need to be so polite. I came to see you today. I heard that you have recovered a lot. This is really good news."

Zhao Liangyuan said gratefully: "Thank you for your concern, sister. Wanpin is much better now, but I still feel a little uneasy."

Lian Di comforted her softly, "Sister, don't worry too much. We are all family. If you have any difficulties, you can tell me at any time."

Zhao Liangyuan nodded gratefully with tears in her eyes: "Thank you, sister. I will definitely try my best to adjust my mentality and not let everyone worry."

As they were chatting animatedly, Dong Xia suddenly walked up to Lian Di and whispered, "Your Majesty, there's a palace maid outside delivering a message saying that Imperial Concubine Chun wants to see you."

Lian Di's heart moved slightly, and she nodded, "I understand." She turned to Concubine Xian and Zhao Liangyuan and said, "It seems that Concubine Chun wants to see me for something. I'll go and take a look first, and we'll talk later if there's anything."

Xian Fei nodded: "Go ahead, sister. If you need anything, we are always here."

Lian Di took Dong Xia to the palace of Concubine Chun, feeling that this summons might not be simple. When they arrived at Concubine Chun's palace, Lian Di bowed and said, "Sister Concubine Chun, what can I do for you?"

Concubine Chun smiled and said, "Sister, you don't have to be so polite. Today I just want to invite you to have a cup of tea and chat about some recent events in the palace."

Lian Di felt relieved and sat down with a smile: "Thank you for inviting me, sister. I also have something I want to discuss with you."

Concubine Chun took a sip of tea and smiled, "How are you lately, sister? I heard that Zhao Liangyuan has recovered well, and it's all thanks to you, sister."

Lian Di smiled and said, "Sister, you are too kind. We are all sisters, and we should care about each other."

Concubine Chun nodded: "Yes, in the harem, sisters should care about each other so that they can live in harmony." Although her tone was full of gentleness, Lian Di keenly felt the hint of threat hidden in it.