Ah, you traveled through time too?

The night was as dark as water. Lian Di interacted closely with the white fox Xue Er in the imperial garden and felt particularly relaxed. Xue Er lay obediently in her arms, with soft and smooth fur, like a docile pet. Lian Di gently stroked Xue Er's head and whispered, "Xue Er, you are so good. I never believed that you would hurt others on your own initiative."

Xueer raised her head and looked at Lian Di with moist eyes, as if responding to her words. Lian Di's heart was filled with warmth, and she felt an indescribable comfort. She knew that in this harem full of conspiracies and power struggles, she felt extremely happy to have Xueer by her side.

Suddenly, a palace maid approached, bowed respectfully and said, "Lady Liandi, Miss Xiaoju is here to deliver a message on behalf of the imperial concubine."

Lian Di looked up and saw Xiao Ju standing not far away, with a look of surprise and uneasiness on her face. Xiao Ju was obviously surprised that Lian Di was holding the emperor's white fox in her arms.

Lian Di looked at Xiao Ju calmly and said calmly, "Xiao Ju, please speak directly if you have anything to say."

Xiaoju hesitated for a moment, and finally spoke: "Mrs. Liandi, the Imperial Concubine asks you to come over. She has something to say to you."

Lian Di frowned slightly, feeling confused. She knew that the imperial concubine had always had a bad relationship with her, and this sudden summons was obviously not a good thing.

"Xiao Ju, why does the imperial concubine want to see me?" Lian Di asked.

Xiaoju replied in a low voice: "Your Majesty, I don't know the specific details, I am just following your orders."

Lian Di's heart moved, knowing that there must be something fishy going on. She raised her head, looked at Xiao Ju coldly, and warned: "Xiao Ju, the emperor's white fox is my business, you are not allowed to ask about it. As for the imperial concubine's summons, I will go, but you'd better not do anything about it."

Xiaoju bowed her head and replied, "Yes, Madam, I understand."

Lian Di held Xue'er in her arms, feeling somewhat uneasy. She knew that the imperial concubine's summons were not well-intentioned, and she had to be careful in dealing with it. She gently patted Xue'er's head and whispered, "Xue'er, you have to be good and don't let anyone hurt you."

Xueer seemed to understand Lian Di's worries and sniffed her hand gently with her nose, as if to comfort her. Lian Di felt comforted, then stood up and prepared to go to the imperial concubine's bedroom.

Accompanied by Dongxia, Liandi came to the imperial concubine's bedroom. The imperial concubine greeted her with a smile, but Liandi saw a bit of coldness in her eyes.

"Sister Lian Di, you are welcome to come and sit with me." The imperial concubine said with a smile.

Lian Di smiled slightly and bowed, saying, "I dare not disobey your orders, Sister Imperial Concubine."

The imperial concubine motioned for Lian Di to sit down, then poured a cup of tea for her and handed it to her: "Sister, there have been rumors spreading in the palace recently, and I feel a little uneasy, so I specially asked you to come and have a chat."

Lian Di took the teacup and was secretly alert in her heart: "Sister Imperial Concubine, rumors are always groundless, don't take them too seriously."

The imperial concubine smiled slightly, with a hint of coldness in her eyes: "Sister, you are right. But I heard that these rumors seem to be related to you, sister. I wonder if you have any explanation?"

Lian Di's heart trembled, knowing that the imperial concubine was testing her. She remained calm and said calmly: "Sister Imperial Concubine, I have a clear conscience. The rumors were just spread deliberately by some people with ulterior motives."

The imperial concubine nodded, seeming satisfied with her answer: "I am also relieved that my sister can be so calm. But I still hope that my sister can find out the source of these rumors as soon as possible and restore peace to the harem."

Lian Di smiled slightly, and secretly alerted herself: "Don't worry, Concubine Sister, I will do my best to find out the truth and prevent the rumors from spreading further."

The two exchanged pleasantries for a while, and Lian Di felt that the atmosphere was a bit depressing, so she stood up and said goodbye: "Sister Imperial Concubine, it's getting late, I'm leaving now."

The imperial concubine smiled and nodded: "Sister, take care. I look forward to hearing good news from you."

Lian Di left the Imperial Concubine's bedroom, feeling depressed. She knew that the Imperial Concubine was obviously trying to attack her through rumors, and she had to take action as soon as possible to expose her conspiracy.

After returning to the palace, Lian Di immediately summoned Dong Xia and Xiao Deng Zi to discuss countermeasures. She told them about the imperial concubine's summons, and then said: "The imperial concubine obviously wants to attack me through rumors. We must find out the source of these rumors as soon as possible and expose her conspiracy."

Dongxia nodded in agreement: "Your Majesty, we must act carefully and not let the Imperial Concubine succeed."

Xiao Dengzi also expressed his support: "Your Majesty, I will continue to investigate those clues related to people outside the palace to see if I can find more evidence."

Lian Di nodded: "Everyone should be careful not to alert the enemy. We must find solid evidence to completely expose the imperial concubine's conspiracy."

In the next few days, Lian Di, Dong Xia and Xiao Deng Zi continued to closely monitor the imperial concubine's every move. Xiao Deng Zi finally found some key evidence through various channels.

It turned out that the Imperial Concubine secretly contacted some concubines and palace maids who were dissatisfied with Lian Di in the palace, and deliberately spread negative news about Lian Di, hoping to undermine her status. And the spreader of these rumors was Xiao Ju, the Imperial Concubine's confidant.

Xiao Dengzi brought the evidence back to Lian Di: "Your Majesty, I found out that the imperial concubine secretly contacted some concubines and palace maids and deliberately spread rumors about you."

Lian Di looked at the evidence and gradually understood: "So, the imperial concubine has been plotting behind the scenes and trying to attack me."

Dong Xia said worriedly: "Your Majesty, we must report to the emperor as soon as possible and let him know the truth."

Lian Di nodded in agreement: "We must act carefully and not let the imperial concubine notice our actions. Xiao Dengzi, you continue to investigate and see if you can find more clues."

Xiao Dengzi nodded and left to continue investigating. Lian Di told Li Yong the information, and Li Yong felt angry after hearing it.

"Your Highness, you dare to plot a conspiracy in my harem. You are so bold!" Li Yong said coldly.

Lian Di held Li Yong's hand and said gently, "Your Majesty, I believe you can find out the truth and protect the peace of the harem."

Li Yong nodded, his eyes gleaming with determination: "I will, Lian Di. Don't worry, I will definitely clear your name."

A few days later, Li Yong began to secretly investigate the conspiracy in the palace, looking for clues related to the imperial concubine. At the same time, he sent more people to protect Lian Di and the white fox Xue Er to prevent any more accidents.

In this palace full of conspiracies and power struggles, everyone is working hard for their own interests and goals. The contest between Lian Di and the imperial concubine is destined to be a contest full of wisdom and courage. In the end, it remains to be seen who will win in this game of power.