Traveling through the Tang Dynasty: The Concubine Goes to War

Last time we talked about Yunxi walking alone and sadly on the busy streets of Beijing after she quarreled with Han Xuan about the child.

On the busy streets, people were bustling and cars were flowing. Suddenly, two horses came galloping, causing a commotion. Sitting on the horse in front was a handsome young man, who was agile and vigorous.

The young master was dressed in a brocade suit, handsome and elegant. He sat on the horse's back, holding the reins in his hands, controlling the horse with skillful and confident movements. The man behind him should be a servant, dressed slightly more ordinary. The two horses were tall and mighty, with hair as smooth as silk. The sound of their hooves echoed through the streets, as if they were showing people their strength and majesty.

Yunxi was walking on the street with a lot on her mind, thinking about the various experiences she had after traveling to this strange world, and she didn't notice the two horses running in front of her. When she came to her senses, she found that she was very close to the horses and was about to collide...

At this thrilling moment, a pleasant voice sounded: "Yunxi! Be careful!" She looked up suddenly and saw a strange and handsome face. The man looked stunned, as if he was very surprised by her appearance.

Yunxi's heart was filled with confusion and strangeness. She realized that her identity in this world was completely different from the past, and the handsome guy seemed very familiar with her. She tried to find a trace of familiarity in his eyes, but it was all in vain.

The handsome guy came forward and asked with concern: "Yunxi, I haven't seen you for many years, you are still as beautiful as before. Why are you here? Are you okay?" Yunxi looked at him blankly, not knowing how to answer for a moment. She took a deep breath, tried to calm herself down, and forced a smile: "I... I'm fine, but there are some things... I haven't thought through yet."

A trace of doubt flashed in the handsome man's eyes, but he still patted Yunxi's shoulder gently: "Okay, it's okay. If you need any help, you can always find me." Yunxi nodded, looked at the handsome man gratefully and said: "It's just... but where can I find you?" The attendant next to him replied: "The Cheng Mansion in the south of the city, Miss Cousin, have you forgotten the young master in all these years? You two have been childhood sweethearts since you entered the palace..." "Okay, don't say anymore, we just came back from outside and are in a hurry to go home." Young Master Cheng interrupted him to prevent him from continuing. Ah, the name of Miss Cousin made Yunxi, who had traveled through time, suddenly wake up, that is, cousin.

As the horses left, the streets returned to peace. However, Yunxi's heart was no longer at peace. She realized that she was so unfamiliar in this world, and it would take her more time and effort to adapt to this new environment.

The master and servant who had left not long ago returned, "Yunxi, I've thought about it again and again, but I'm still worried about you. Where are the maids and servants around you? Why are you out alone?" Master Cheng asked worriedly. Yunxi was speechless...

"You'd better come to my house! We haven't seen each other for so many years, so we can get together." Master Cheng stretched out his hand expectantly. Yunxi didn't know how to answer. After hesitating for a while, she also stretched out her hand resolutely. Master Cheng held Yunxi's delicate hand and pulled hard. Yunxi sat on the horse steadily, and Yunxi stayed close to Master Cheng.

Master Cheng and Yunxi galloped on horseback, heading towards the Cheng Mansion.

Yunxi sat on the horse, feeling the cool wind blowing across her cheeks, with an indescribable complex emotion in her heart.

She didn't know why she followed Master Cheng to his house as if possessed by a ghost, nor did she know what would happen next.

But she could feel that this world seemed to have too many secrets waiting for her to uncover.

Soon, they arrived at the gate of Cheng Mansion.

Master Cheng gently helped Yunxi dismount from the horse, then took her into the mansion.

When the servants in the mansion saw Master Cheng coming back with a beautiful woman, they couldn't help but show expressions of surprise.

Master Cheng brought Yunxi to the living room and told the servants to prepare tea and snacks.

"Yunxi, please sit down and rest for a while. I'll make some arrangements and we'll have dinner together later."

Yunxi nodded, sat on the sofa, looked around, and observed this unfamiliar environment.

She secretly vowed in her heart that she must adapt to this world as soon as possible. The Cheng Mansion was decorated elegantly and exquisitely, and various flowers bloomed in the garden.

Master Cheng brought Yunxi to the living room and ordered people to serve tea and snacks.

"Yunxi, have you been doing well these years?" Master Cheng asked with concern.

Yunxi bowed her head and said nothing. She didn't know how to answer this question. Her life in the palace was not easy at first. She was involved in endless struggles and conspiracies. After leaving the palace, she married Han Xuan and became the general's wife.

Master Cheng seemed to sense her mood and sighed softly, "If you need anything, just ask."

Yunxi looked at him gratefully and said, "Thank you, Cousin Cheng. I will adapt to my current life as soon as possible."

At dinner time, Master Cheng prepared a sumptuous banquet to entertain Yunxi. At the table, they talked about many childhood memories, and the atmosphere gradually became harmonious.

During the meal, Yunxi noticed that Mr. Cheng was very caring towards her, and there was a special emotion in his eyes.

After eating and drinking, Master Cheng suggested: "Yunxi, why don't I take you for a walk around the mansion." Yunxi readily agreed. She also wanted to get a deeper understanding of this completely new environment for her.

The two strolled in the courtyard, admiring the beautiful scenery under the moonlight. Master Cheng carefully introduced Yunxi to every plant and tree in the mansion, making her feel the warmth of home.

As they walked, they came to an elegant pavilion. Master Cheng pointed at the pavilion and said, "This is my favorite place when I was a child. Let's go in and sit down."

Entering the pavilion, Master Cheng gently stroked the strings of the zither and played a melodious song. Yunxi listened quietly, intoxicated by the wonderful music.

After the song, Master Cheng looked at Yunxi affectionately and said with courage: "Yunxi, I have always liked you. Since you entered the palace, I have often missed you. Now that you have left the palace, I hope you can give me a chance to stay by your side."

Yunxi was stunned. She didn't expect Mr. Cheng to say such a thing. Her heart was filled with ripples, but she was also confused. She didn't know if she could accept his feelings. After all, she had just experienced a painful marriage.

Yunxi looked at Master Cheng with an embarrassment on her face, "Cousin Cheng, although I left the palace, I married Han Xuan and became the general's wife... I haven't thought about my future yet, so I'm afraid I can't respond to your feelings." Master Cheng nodded in understanding, "I understand, Yunxi, I'm willing to wait for you. No matter how long it takes, I will be by your side." Yunxi's heart warmed, "Thank you, cousin Cheng. Maybe... I need some time to think." Master Cheng smiled, "It's okay, I will wait patiently. By the way, there will be a flower show in the city tomorrow, why don't we go together to relax." Yunxi thought for a moment and agreed, "Okay, let's go together."

The two agreed on the itinerary for tomorrow, and then Master Cheng took Yunxi to the side room to rest. Yunxi lay on the bed, thinking about a lot of things. She knew that her heart was not completely open, but Master Cheng's sincerity and care made her feel warm. Maybe she should try to believe in love again...

On the second day, Yunxi got up early and dressed up. The maid of Cheng's house also changed her into a lavender dress, which made her look fresh and refined. Master Cheng also came to the door on time. He was dressed in white and elegant.

The two went to the flower show together. The scene was a sea of ​​flowers, beautiful beyond words. Master Cheng carefully explained to Yunxi the names and characteristics of various flowers, and Yunxi listened with great interest.

Walking in the sea of ​​flowers, Yunxi gradually relaxed. She found that when she was with Master Cheng, she felt extremely peaceful and at ease.

Master Cheng would occasionally sneak a peek at Yunxi's profile, his heart filled with joy. He secretly made up his mind to protect this beautiful and kind woman in front of him.

Before they knew it, it was getting dark. Master Cheng and Yunxi returned to the Cheng Mansion. When he sent her back to her room, he said softly, "Yunxi, I am very happy to be with you today. I hope you can sleep peacefully every night." Yunxi smiled slightly, "Thank you, cousin Cheng, the same to you."

Watching Master Cheng leaving, Yunxi felt a different emotion in her heart. She knew that her life was quietly changing...

As time went by, Yunxi and Cheng Gongzi became closer and closer. They admired flowers and the moon together, talked about poetry and songs, and their hearts became closer and closer.

However, Yunxi couldn't let go of the matter of the General's Mansion. She decided to go back and deal with everything, and then seriously consider the future of herself and Master Cheng.

Yunxi was wearing a simple and elegant dress, with a beautiful face and a firm look in her eyes. She said goodbye to her cousin on the official road outside the city. Her cousin, dressed in brocade clothes, with an upright figure, escorted her back to the general's mansion with a caring expression.

Along the way, the two were silent, with only the sound of horse hooves and wheels interweaving together. Yunxi was full of thoughts. She was grateful for her cousin's concern, but at the same time she was confused about the future. She thought Han Xuan loved her very much, but she never thought...

When they were about to reach the general's mansion, Yunxi suddenly saw Han Xuan. Han Xuan stood at the door of the mansion, staring at her and her cousin with cold eyes. His eyes were full of misunderstanding and anger, as if he was accusing Yunxi of having an unusual relationship with her cousin.

Yunxi's heart tightened, and she tried to explain, but Han Xuan didn't give her a chance and turned away coldly. Yunxi looked at his departing back, feeling helpless and aggrieved.

The cousin noticed Yunxi's embarrassment, he patted her shoulder gently and comforted her, "Don't worry, I will explain to him." Yunxi nodded and looked at her cousin gratefully.

As the carriage entered the general's mansion, Yunxi's mood became heavier. She knew that this misunderstanding might have a great impact on her relationship with Han Xuan, and she had to find a way to resolve this misunderstanding.

Yunxi returned to her room, feeling upset for a long time. She decided to find Han Xuan and explain the matter clearly.

When she came to Han Xuan's study, she found that Zhaxi was there too. Yunxi knocked on the door and entered the study. Han Xuan and Zhaxi looked unhappy when they saw her. Yunxi took a deep breath and walked to Han Xuan, "Han Xuan, I came back today to explain to you about my cousin." Han Xuan looked at her coldly, "What is there to explain? I saw it all." Yunxi gritted her teeth, "Things are not what you think, my cousin just accompanied me to the flower show. There is nothing between us."

Zhaxi changed her usual expression of sisterly affection with Yunxi and said, "Humph, who knows if there is anything between you two." Zhaxi even fanned the flames, "Han Xuan, don't be fooled by her sweet words. If there is nothing, why did you leave home for so long?" Yunxi glared at Zhaxi, "Shut up! You have no right to speak here!" Han Xuan frowned, "Yunxi, how dare you talk to Zhaxi like this!" Yunxi looked at Han Xuan disappointedly, "Han Xuan, don't you believe me? My cousin and I have known each other since childhood, and he is just my brother." Han Xuan was silent for a while, "It's not that I don't believe you, it's just that I feel uncomfortable seeing you two together." Yunxi felt tired, "Han Xuan, if you really love me, you should trust me." Han Xuan frowned, "I don't want to hear your explanation, anyway, I saw it with my own eyes."

Yunxi felt helpless, "Why don't you trust me? Is the trust between us so fragile?"

After that, Yunxi left the study room disappointed. She decided to give Han Xuan some time to think calmly, and at the same time find a way to make him believe his innocence.

Yunxi returned to her room exhausted. She didn't know how to resolve this misunderstanding, nor did she know whether her relationship with Han Xuan could stand the test.

In the next few days, Yunxi and Hanxuan fell into a cold war. Yunxi was in a low mood, while Hanxuan was always unhappy.

On this day, Yunxi received an invitation from Master Cheng, hoping that she could attend a poetry meeting. Yunxi thought that in ancient times, there was only this kind of fun, all of which was writing and painting, and this might be a good opportunity to relieve her mood, so she accepted Master Cheng's invitation.

At the poetry party, everyone recited poems and painted, it was so lively. Yunxi was immersed in the poems and temporarily forgot his troubles. Master Cheng had been paying attention to Yunxi. When he saw the sadness in Yunxi's eyes, his heart ached.

After the poetry meeting, Master Cheng found Yunxi, "Yunxi, you seem to have lost a lot of weight recently, is there anything bothering you?" Yunxi shook her head gently, "Nothing, just a little troubled." Master Cheng couldn't help but grab Yunxi's hand, "Yunxi, if you have any difficulties, you must tell me, I will help you." Yunxi looked at Master Cheng with emotion, "Thank you, cousin."

At this time, Han Xuan happened to pass by and saw this scene. A fire of jealousy surged in his heart, and he stepped forward to pull Master Cheng away. "What are you doing?" Han Xuan glared at Master Cheng. Yunxi hurriedly explained, "Han Xuan, don't get me wrong, my cousin is just concerned about me." But Han Xuan didn't listen, "I don't care who he is, you are my wife, how can you be so close to another man!" After saying that, he pulled Yunxi away.

Yunxi struggled, "Han Xuan, let me go!" Master Cheng tried to stop her, but was pushed away by Han Xuan. Looking at their backs as they walked away, Master Cheng secretly vowed in his heart that he must make Han Xuan understand Yunxi's feelings.

Han Xuan took Yunxi back to the general's mansion and put her under house arrest, not allowing her to go out. Yunxi felt very aggrieved, and she didn't understand why Han Xuan refused to believe her...

To find out what happens next, please read the next chapter. Thanks for reading and listening!