Traveling through the Tang Dynasty: The Concubine Goes to War

Just as Yunxi and Ayiduo were chatting happily, they suddenly heard a clear and loud shout from the palace gate: "The emperor has arrived!" This sudden voice was like a thunder, instantly attracting the attention of the two to the door. They turned their heads and looked at the palace gate with expectation.

The emperor walked into the palace with great strides. He was tall and straight, with a majestic aura. His steps were steady and powerful, and every step was full of the demeanor of an emperor. His eyes were sharp and bright, revealing a wise and decisive temperament.

When he approached, Yunxi and Aido immediately knelt down respectfully and shouted in unison: "Your Highness!" The emperor showed a gentle smile on his face. He waved his hand gently, motioning them to stand up, and then said softly: "No need! Stand up." His tone was full of kindness and care, which made people feel the emperor's affinity.

"I didn't know that the emperor would suddenly come to Changle Palace. I'm sorry for not coming to greet you in person." Yunxi was a little puzzled that the emperor would come to Changle Palace at this time, but she still quickly stood up and saluted.

"It's okay, Yunxi. I heard that you hosted a banquet to entertain Princess Ayiduo. So I came here to ask for a glass of wine." The emperor looked at Yunxi and Ayiduo with a smile on his face.

As the emperor spoke, he walked to the table and sat between Yunxi and Ayiduo.

Yunxi's heart moved, and she quickly stood up to fill the emperor's glass with wine, and said respectfully: "Your Majesty, I am really flattered to have your presence."

Ayiduo also smiled and toasted the emperor, saying softly: "Thank you very much, Your Majesty, for your presence. Ayiduo feels extremely honored."

The three of them raised their glasses and drank the wine together. The emperor turned to look at Ayiduo and said gently, "I have ordered people to arrange a place for the princess in the palace. If the princess needs anything, just let me know."

Ayiduo said gratefully: "Thank you for your concern, Your Majesty. Ayiduo is deeply honored." There was a gleam in her eyes and she was full of respect for the emperor.

Yunxi smiled, gently raised her glass, and toasted the emperor: "I toast the emperor again, thank the emperor for his love and care for me."

The emperor gladly accepted Yunxi's toast. He and Yunxi looked at each other and both saw the warmth in each other's eyes. They savored this beautiful moment together and enjoyed each other's company.

Ayiduo quietly watched the interaction between the emperor and Yunxi, and envy welled up in her heart. "The emperor's favor for Concubine Xi is enviable!" Ayiduo, who came from the Turkic steppe, said frankly. She couldn't help but think of the Turkic prince she once admired - the current Jie Li Khan. She envied the emperor's love for Yunxi.

"Does Princess Aida have a lover?" the emperor asked, staring at Aida.

"I...haven't yet..." Aida obviously did not expect the emperor to ask so directly, and she seemed a little flustered for a moment.

Ayiduo's face flushed slightly, she lowered her head and fiddled with the wine glass in her hand. The emperor smiled slightly and continued: "There must be many heroes and heroes on the Turkic steppe who are worthy of the princess's love."

Yunxi added: "The princess is beautiful and will definitely find her ideal husband."

The emperor turned to look at Yunxi and said softly, "My beloved concubine is right. I believe that the princess will be able to find a good match." Yunxi had a lot of thoughts in her mind, but she still maintained a polite smile on her face.

At this time, a eunuch came forward to report that he had something to report. After hearing this, the emperor stood up and said to Ayiduo: "Princess, you have just arrived. If you feel unwell, you can summon the imperial physician at any time. I have some government affairs to deal with, so I will leave first."

Ayiduo and Yunxi hurriedly stood up to see him off. After the emperor left, the two sat back at the table.

Ayiduo sighed: "The emperor is really a benevolent monarch."

Yunxi smiled, but in her heart she was thinking about what the emperor had just said. "It's just that life in the palace is not as peaceful as it seems." Yunxi's smile revealed a hint of worry.

Ayiduo looked at her and seemed to understand something. "Is Concubine Xi worried about something?"

Yunxi shook her head gently. "Nothing, just some feelings. As people in the harem, our fate is often not controlled by ourselves. In fact, I envy you Turks' free and easy grassland life."

Ayiduo held Yunxi's hand and said, "Don't worry, Concubine Xi. If you need anything, Ayiduo will definitely help you with all her strength."

Yunxi looked at her meaningfully, "I feel relieved when you say this, Princess."

The two smiled at each other, continued to enjoy the food, and talked about some interesting things. However, they both knew that the struggle in the palace had just begun...

Aida and Yunxi chatted more and more happily, as if they had forgotten the intrigues in the palace.

However, at this moment, a palace maid ran over in a hurry, breaking the silence. "Your Highness, the Queen Mother sent someone to say that you are requested to go to Yongshou Palace immediately." Yunxi's heart sank, she knew that this summons would not bring good things. But she also understood that the consequences of disobeying the Queen Mother's order would be even more disastrous. "It seems that I have to go first, Princess, please do as you please."

Yunxi stood up reluctantly, tidied her appearance, and followed the maid to Yongshou Palace. Ayiduo looked at Yunxi's departing back, thinking about something. She realized that there were countless power struggles hidden deep in this palace, and Yunxi was destined to be involved.

After Ayiduo and her maidservant left Changle Palace, they walked aimlessly, thinking about their future in this deep palace. She knew that women in the harem would often become victims of power struggles, and she didn't want to be like that. She wanted to protect the safety of herself and her people.

As they walked, they came to a remote garden, far away from the hustle and bustle of the palace, which seemed particularly peaceful. Ayiduo looked at the flowers blooming in the garden, and her mood became much more relaxed. She strolled among the flowers, smelling the faint fragrance of flowers and feeling the beauty of nature.

However, just as she was intoxicated by the beautiful scenery, she suddenly heard a slight cry. Ayiduo stopped and looked in the direction of the sound curiously, and saw a small figure squatting in a corner not far away. She walked forward and found that it was a little palace maid in tattered clothes, sobbing softly.

Aida felt pity and asked softly, "Little sister, why are you crying?" The little maid raised her head, looked at her with tearful eyes, and said with a sob, "I... I made a mistake and was punished by the housekeeper and beaten with a stick..." After hearing this, Aida felt a surge of anger in her heart and she said indignantly, "How could that housekeeper be so cruel!" She was determined to stand up for this poor little maid.