A life of two souls traveling through time

The starry desert, the style of the Western Regions, the imperial city of Guyun Kingdom was bright and lively. Outside the palace, dancers played flutes and drums while dancing briskly and passionately, while mixing with the soldiers and urging them to drink. The soldiers who came here on orders had to remain vigilant and take into account military regulations, so they looked uneasy.

Inside the magnificent palace, the King of Guyun Kingdom, along with the Crown Prince and other nobles, were welcoming the third prince of Xiyue Kingdom, Yan Zong, with the highest etiquette.

A few days ago, Yan Zong, who was far away in Mucheng, suddenly received an order from his father to go to Guyun Kingdom as an envoy. Guyun Kingdom is a small border country. Although it has maintained friendly diplomatic relations with Xiyue Kingdom for many years, it is more of a small country relying on a big country. According to convention, the two countries would send royal family members as envoys to each other every year to promote friendship. In the past few years, the second prince Yan Han was sent as an envoy, so this time's order surprised Yan Zong.

"I've heard that the prince was an expert archer at the age of ten, and could shoot an arrow through a target from a hundred paces away, becoming a renowned archer in the West Moon Nation. At the age of twelve, he rode a warhorse and charged into the battlefield. He is a rare young general. Seeing him today, he really has the heroic demeanor of the West Moon Emperor back then!"

On a high seat, the King of Gu Yun, Nan Rongxin, smiled and raised the glass cup in his hand to salute Yan Zong with great appreciation. Compared with the previously unruly and evil Second Prince Yan Han, this heroic, humble and polite Yan Zong made Nan Rongxin very satisfied.

"Prince Xin, thank you for your praise." Yan Zong, dressed in a noble manner, raised his wine glass and replied.

Arno and Yu Cheng followed and sat behind Yan Zong. Arno had no interest in the political talks and laughter at the table, and had already put all his energy into the food in front of him. The loyal Yu Cheng naturally remained alert at all times, and his eyes never left his highness for a moment.

"It's cold and the journey is long. It's your first time to visit Gu Yun Kingdom. You might as well stay here for a while and appreciate the scenery of our western desert." Nan Rongyu, the prince of Gu Yun Kingdom, who was sitting opposite Yan Zongzheng, also raised his glass and invited him sincerely with a warm smile.

"It would be disrespectful to refuse." Yan Zong nodded to Nan Rongyu and raised the cup in return.

"Clap"

After three rounds of drinks, Nan Rongxin suddenly clapped his hands, and four gorgeous and charming dancers with half-veils on their faces came in, clapping their hands on the long drums hanging around their waists. The drum music was brisk and lively, sometimes high and sometimes low, with a distinct rhythm, which instantly attracted the attention of everyone in the hall.

Just as the four dancers were spinning rapidly to the rhythm, the clear sound of bells rang out along with the drum music, and a beautiful girl in a scarlet jacket and skirt with flying brocade sleeves appeared among the four dancers like a returning breeze. Her eyes were moving, her dance was free and easy, and her pair of snow-white and delicate feet were spinning rapidly on the carpet to the beat of the drums. The silver bells on her anklets made pleasant sounds, and the long black sash tied around her wrists also fluttered in the air to the rhythm.

"It's amazing! The wheels of the carriage are not as fast as theirs." Arnold had never seen such a strange Western dance before and was stunned.

Yan Zong stared at the passionate dancers expressionlessly, but his eyes became colder and colder and even mixed with a bit of disgust. Yu Cheng, who was sitting behind him, also had a strange look on his face.

After the drums stopped and the dance ended, the four dancers left the palace gracefully. The beautiful girl in the scarlet jacket and skirt remained in the palace. She walked forward and bowed to Yan Zong.

"Third Prince, this is my daughter, Liang Ling." Nan Rongxin introduced with a proud smile.

"At the sound of string drums, she raised her sleeves, and the snow fluttered in the air, and Princess Liangling danced with outstanding posture, like the snow flying in the wind, which was admirable." Looking at the beautiful girl in front of him who was trying to fawn on him, Yan Zong rarely showed a gentle smile, but under the smile was a coldness that no one noticed.

"Your Majesty, thank you for the compliment." Although Nan Rong Liang Ling didn't quite understand the poetic meaning of Yan Zong's words, she was naturally happy to receive the praise, so she lowered her head shyly and smiled.

"Since Your Majesty has such high praise, I believe he must be quite knowledgeable about the Hu Xuan dance from our Western Regions?" Crown Prince Nan Rongyu also asked with a smile.

"I was fortunate enough to see it. It was stunning and charming, and unforgettable." Yan Zong just smiled faintly.

An hour later, the banquet was over, and Yan Zongyi returned to the embassy and locked himself in the house.

"Your Highness has been in a bad mood all the way back. What's wrong? Weren't you very happy at the banquet?" In the courtyard, Arnold was about to knock on the door but was stopped by Yu Cheng.

"The excitement at the banquet is just a show." Yu Cheng sighed as he looked at the candlelight in the room.

"It's just a show... But why is Your Highness unhappy? The wine at the banquet is fragrant and delicious, the roasted meat is also delicious, and there is also the beautiful Hu Xuan dance..."

"You are still young and don't understand many things." Yu Cheng patted Arnold's shoulder, smiled and shook his head.

"You always say I'm young. How would I understand if you don't tell me?" Arnold pouted unconvinced.

"Your Highness doesn't like the Hu Xuan dance and even hates it." Yu Cheng's face suddenly darkened and he said angrily.

"Why?" Arnold was shocked. His Highness had clearly used the most beautiful poem in the world to praise the dancing posture of the Princess of Gu Yun. At least that's what he thought.

"Ten years ago, the emperor went on an expedition to the Western Regions. When he returned victoriously, he brought back a Western beauty who was good at the Huxuan dance. She was extremely favored by the emperor." Yu Chengshu calmed down and told the story.

"What did this have to do with Your Highness ten years ago?" Arnold was puzzled.

"Back then, it was because of the instigation of that beauty from the Western Regions that the harem was in turmoil all day long, and the emperor gradually neglected Concubine Leng, and even no longer trusted Concubine Leng's medical skills." Yu Cheng said coldly, and clenched his hands into fists again.

Like Arnold, he is an orphan who grew up with His Royal Highness. He was also blessed with the careful care of Concubine Leng. In his heart, Concubine Leng will always be the person he respects the most.

"So that's how it is...what happened next?" Arnold also frowned sadly. Although he had never seen your highness's mother in person, he often heard Master Fan praise Concubine Leng for not only her excellent medical skills but also her kind heart. Therefore, in his heart, your highness's mother is also a respected elder. Now after hearing what Yu Cheng said, he could understand your highness's mood tonight.

"A few years later, it was discovered that the beauty from the Western Regions was actually a spy sent by another country..."

"what?"

"The spy could not withstand the torture and soon confessed everything. The emperor was furious and sent troops to attack the Western Regions again, but... Concubine Leng was seriously ill."

"Empress Leng's medical skills are so good, why can't she cure her own illness?" Five years ago, when Arnold learned of Empress Leng's death, he also had this doubt.

"It is difficult for a doctor to heal himself, let alone a heart disease." Yu Cheng sighed to the sky with red eyes.

The king regretted his decision and wanted to return the favor, but the fool was so heartless that he vowed to never see her again.

"That vicious woman deserves to die! From today on, I hate the Hu Xuan dance as much as Your Highness does." Arnold was really indignant for Concubine Leng: "And the Emperor is also a sex addict..."

Before he could finish his words, Yu Cheng covered his mouth with his hand and said, "You are so brave! Your Majesty, how can you speak so carelessly?"

Inside the house, Yan Zong stared intently at the crystal clear bracelet in his hand, on which a small aster flower hung.

"Mother, you must be saying that I am too obsessed with hatred and don't care about life and death, and I shouldn't vent my anger on innocent people."