Traveling through the Tang Dynasty: The Concubine Goes to War

Last time, we talked about how Yunxi went outside the bedroom to look at the moonlight while the emperor was asleep, and she unexpectedly discovered that someone was monitoring her. After asking Eunuch Chen to investigate, he found out that it was the Queen Mother's people who were monitoring her. Yunxi understood that the Queen Mother was wary of her.

So Yunxi remained calm and responded to all changes with his unchanging attitude.

A few days later, one afternoon, the afternoon sun, like a golden veil, gently sprinkled on the ground. In Changle Palace, the palace maids were busy cleaning the palace, and suddenly there was a loud shout: "The emperor has arrived!" The emperor, wearing a bright yellow dragon robe, a gold belt around his waist, and black boots, walked in slowly.

Yunxi had not expected the emperor to come at this time. After hearing the voice, she immediately put down the things in her hands and hurriedly stood up to greet the emperor: "Your Majesty, I respectfully welcome you!"

"No need for formalities!" After the emperor came in, he went straight to the couch and sat down.

"Pass on my order and summon the prince to come to Changle Palace to see me." The emperor said to the attendants around him.

The attendant took the order and left.

Yunxi was secretly delighted. The emperor had promised her that he would summon the prince to Changle Palace. She didn't expect that he would really do it today. When she thought that she would see her biological son soon, she couldn't help but smile.

Not long after, the prince arrived at the gate of Changle Palace.

As soon as he entered the palace, the prince saw the emperor and Yunxi sitting on the couch. He was extremely surprised.

"Your son pays homage to His Majesty, Father!" The prince knelt down and kowtowed after coming in.

"Rui Xiang, get up!" The emperor looked at the prince with a smile, a hint of satisfaction in his eyes.

The prince stood up and stood respectfully aside waiting for the emperor's instructions.

"I heard that you have been studying very hard recently. I am very pleased." The emperor said with a smile.

"Thank you for your praise, father. This is what a son should do," the prince replied humbly.

"Well, that's right. As the crown prince of the Tang Dynasty, you must be well-educated so that you can better manage the country in the future." The emperor nodded and praised.

"Your son will always remember your father's teachings." The prince replied with his head down.

"Well, but I summoned you here today because I have something else to tell you." The emperor paused, then continued, "Come, Ruixiang, this is Concubine Xi. I'm sure you've already met her."

Prince Ruixiang followed the emperor's gaze towards Yunxi, and quickly bowed to her and said, "Greetings, Madam Xi."

Yunxi looked at the prince who had grown taller, a kind smile appeared on his face and he said, "No need to be polite... No need to be polite."

"Rui Xiang, do you think Concubine Xi looks like Yang Fumu?" The emperor looked at his son with a smile, his mouth slightly raised, and his eyes flashed with an elusive light. His tone was a bit playful and curious, as if he wanted to hear some interesting answers from the prince.

Prince Ruixiang stared with his eyes wide open. After carefully examining Concubine Xi, he could not help but exclaim in surprise: "Oh my God! They look exactly alike!" He shook his head in disbelief, with a look of not knowing whether to laugh or cry on his face. Then, he turned his head, looked at the emperor firmly, and said without hesitation: "Father, don't you think they look too much alike? If I hadn't seen it with my own eyes, I would have thought that you had made Yang Fumu the imperial concubine." After saying that, he blinked mischievously, as if he was joking with his father.

After hearing what the prince said, the emperor couldn't help laughing, and his laughter echoed throughout the palace. He gently patted the prince's shoulder and said with a smile: "Haha, you are really getting better and better at talking. However, Concubine Xi is indeed very similar to Yang Fumu." After saying that, a trace of barely perceptible loneliness flashed in the emperor's eyes.

The prince nodded, his bright eyes revealing a hint of intelligence and understanding. Even though he was young, he couldn't help but feel moved and surprised by the Xi Guifei who looked similar to Yang Fumu.

"I heard from Shangguan Yu that you missed Fu Mu Yang very much? How about this! From now on you acknowledge Concubine Xi as your mother, and let her teach you?" The emperor stared at the prince intently, his tone solemn and firm.

This decision was not made hastily, but after careful consideration. The prince needed a suitable person to guide his growth, and Concubine Xi was undoubtedly the perfect candidate. Her appearance could fill the prince's desire for family affection, and at the same time, she could give him more care and education.

The prince raised his head slightly, looking at his father's expectant eyes, and felt an inexplicable emotion in his heart. It was a deep fatherly love, as if he wanted to place all his hopes on him. He knew that this was not only his father's care and love for him, but also an expectation for the future, an expectation for the prosperity of the country.

He replied softly, "I will obey your father's order." His voice was firm and powerful, revealing his response to his father's trust. Then, he turned around and looked at Yunxi, with a flash of respect and gratitude in his eyes.

He said softly, "Your son pays respect to the mother." Although his voice was very soft, the emotion contained in it was clearly audible. At only nine years old, he knew that this new mother would become an important person in his life and give him endless care and support.

Yunxi was delighted when she heard this. She had waited for this moment for too long. She couldn't help but feel her eyes moist and tears welled up in her eyes. She suppressed her excitement and said to the prince with a smile, "Your Highness, there is no need to be polite."

From this moment on, the prince will face palace life with a completely new identity. He is no longer alone, but has Concubine Xi as his mother. This new relationship will bring him more care, guidance and protection. And Concubine Xi will also use her wisdom and gentleness to guide the prince towards maturity and success, and help him become an excellent heir to the throne.

The whole palace was filled with a festive atmosphere, and everyone congratulated the prince and Concubine Xi. They saw a bright future unfolding, and the deep mother-son relationship between the prince and Concubine Xi would surely bring new vitality and vigor to the palace.

However, the road ahead is still long, and they will face various challenges and tests.

But at this moment, the fate of the prince and Concubine Xi is already closely linked, and they are moving towards an unknown future together.

Yunxi, with tears in her eyes, stepped forward to help the prince up, stroked his face, and said softly: "Ruixiang, from now on I will be your mother, and I will definitely teach you well."

The prince nodded heavily, "I will study hard and live up to your expectations."

At this time, the emperor said, "That's great. Ruixiang can go back first." The prince bid farewell to the emperor and Yunxi and left Changle Palace.

Yunxi turned around and looked at the emperor affectionately, tears flashing in her eyes, and said gratefully: "Thank you, Your Majesty." The emperor smiled slightly, hugged her in his arms, and said gently: "This is what you deserve. Our family will definitely be happy in the future."

Since then, Yunxi and the prince have become closer. She teaches the prince carefully, imparting to him the principles of dealing with people and the knowledge of governing a country. The prince also respects and loves this new mother in his mind more and more, learns with an open mind, and makes continuous progress.

However, the fight in the palace did not stop. When the other concubines in the harem learned about this, their jealousy and dissatisfaction became stronger and they became more wary of Yunxi. They thought Yunxi had become a threat and they had to find a way to get rid of her. So, someone began to secretly plan a conspiracy...