Traveling through the Tang Dynasty: The Concubine Goes to War

Outside the palace, in the Yang Mansion, Yang Binghuai and his wife and Ye Linger's adoptive parents were sitting together, discussing an important matter with serious expressions.

"Lord Yang, we haven't seen Ling'er for a long time and we miss her very much. Please take us to the palace to see her!" Ye Ling'er's adoptive mother pleaded anxiously.

Yang Binghuai frowned, revealing an embarrassment: "This... I'm afraid it's a bit difficult. Ling'er is now a concubine, and her status is noble. We can't see her whenever we want."

When Ye Ling'er's adoptive parents heard this, they became extremely anxious: "Lord Yang, please find a way to let us see Ling'er! She is our only child. Although she was adopted, we have always treated her as our own. Since she entered the palace, we have been worried all day long, losing our appetite and unable to sleep at night!" As they spoke, they couldn't help but shed tears.

Seeing this, Yang Binghuai's wife stepped forward and comforted them: "Don't worry, Lord Yang will definitely find a way. But Ling'er has a special status now, so we must act cautiously and not cause trouble for her."

Yang Binghuai pondered for a moment and nodded: "Okay, I know you miss Ling'er dearly, but there are many rules in the palace and we need to be careful. Let me think of a way to arrange for you to meet Ling'er." His tone was firm and steady, as if he had an idea.

Yang Binghuai nodded, "I'll give it a try, but I can't guarantee that I'll be able to see Ling'er."

A few days later, Yang Binghuai found an opportunity and brought Ye Ling'er's adoptive parents to the palace. After some communication, they finally saw Ye Ling'er, whom they had been thinking about day and night.

When Ye Ling'er saw her adoptive parents, her eyes were filled with joy and emotion. Tears welled up in her eyes and her voice was choked with sobs: "Dad, Mom..."

The adoptive parents knew that their daughter was in a high position and needed to abide by the rules and etiquette in the palace, so they bowed and said, "Greetings, Madam Shufei."

Ye Ling'er quickly stepped forward to help them up, and said in a friendly tone: "Dad, Mom, please get up quickly."

The three of them hugged each other tightly, tears welling up in their eyes. Ye Ling'er felt the warm embrace of her parents, her heart filled with gratitude.

After a while, Ye Ling'er released the hug, wiped away her tears, looked at her adoptive parents and asked, "Dad, Mom, I haven't seen you for so long, are you all doing well?"

Mother Ye held Ye Ling'er's hand and replied with a smile: "Good! Very good, we went back to our hometown in Xianyang some time ago. Look, I just came back to the capital, so I brought some local specialties for you."

Ye Ling'er felt very relieved after hearing this. She knew that her parents always cared about her, and even though she was in the palace, she could still feel the warmth of home.

Then, Ye Ling'er's adoptive parents gave her the local specialties they brought from their hometown and told her to take good care of herself. These specialties were brought from their hometown, representing their deep love for their daughter.

"Isn't our little grandson very cute?" Mother Ye asked Ye Ling'er with a smile.

"If mother hadn't told me, I would have almost forgotten. Someone, bring the little prince here." Ye Ling'er ordered. The maid Xiao Cui immediately went out.

Soon, a little boy of about three years old, led by his nurse and Xiao Cui, came back to the palace. He was the emperor's most beloved son besides the crown prince - little Prince Ruize.

Ye Ling'er hugged Rui Ze and said to her adoptive parents with a happy face: "This child is getting more and more naughty. It really makes me worry."

Rui Ze blinked his big watery eyes, looked at Ye's father and mother curiously, and asked in a baby voice: "Mother, who are they?!"

"They are mother's parents, call them grandpa and grandma." Ye Ling'er taught gently.

When Rui Ze heard this, he quickly and sweetly called out, "Grandpa...Grandma."

Ye's father and mother were grinning from ear to ear and kept praising Ruize for being smart and cute.

The family sat together, talking and laughing, enjoying themselves. They talked about Ruize's growth and the little things in the palace life, and time passed quietly in laughter.

After a while, Ye Ling'er looked at the sky and knew that it was time for her adoptive parents to leave the palace. She gently patted Rui Ze's shoulder and said, "Good boy Rui, go play." Then she stood up and saw her adoptive parents out of Xiuzhen Palace.

Standing at the door, Ye Ling'er watched her adoptive parents gradually leave, feeling a lot of emotions in her heart. Although she has become a noble concubine, she still longs for the warmth of family affection in her heart. Now that her adoptive parents come to the palace to visit her and share the joy of family, it is really a great blessing in life.

She understood that in this deep palace, family affection was so precious.

She will cherish everything in front of her more and protect Ruize.

However, just as they were about to leave, they were caught by Su Ma, who was beside the queen. Su Ma looked at them gloomily, with a hint of displeasure in her eyes.

Yang Binghuai's heart tightened, and he quickly stepped forward to explain: "These two are the adoptive parents of Concubine Shu, and they came to visit today."

The maid sneered, "The palace has strict rules. Not everyone can come in casually. Sir Yang, you are so indulgent. Don't you think you care about the queen?"

Yang Binghuai quickly bowed his head to apologize, "Madam, you are right. I was negligent. I hope you will forgive me."

The nanny frowned and said, "Forget it. Considering that this is your first offense, I will not punish you. But if you do it again, you will be severely punished." After that, she turned and left.

Ye Ling'er's adoptive parents looked at her worriedly, "Ling'er, we've caused you trouble."

Ye Ling'er shook her head, "It's okay, Dad and Mom, you don't have to worry." She was well aware of the cruelty of the harem struggles, and secretly made up her mind to be more careful and protect herself and her family.

After sending her adoptive parents away, Ye Ling'er felt heavy-hearted. She knew that she had to be more careful in the palace in the future to avoid causing trouble for her family.

Back in the palace, Ye Ling'er looked at the innocent and lovely Rui Ze and secretly vowed to let him grow up healthy and happy. At the same time, she also decided to find a way to enhance her status in the palace. Only in this way can she truly protect herself and Rui Ze.

In the following days, Ye Ling'er began to plan carefully. She decided to use her wisdom and beauty to win back the emperor's favor. At the same time, she did not forget to win over other concubines and build her own power.

Because of the relationship with the little prince Rui Ze, the emperor would occasionally come to Xiuzhen Palace. However, since Empress Xiao became the head of the central palace, the emperor rarely came to Xiuzhen Palace.

On this day, the emperor came to Xiuzhen Palace again. Ye Ling'er seized the opportunity to show her gentleness, thoughtfulness, and charming side, and served the emperor wholeheartedly.

She also specially prepared the emperor's favorite dishes and fine wine, and drank and talked with the emperor. After three rounds of drinking, the emperor was slightly drunk, and Ye Ling'er took the opportunity to mention Rui Ze's education problem.

"Your Majesty, Rui Ze is growing up day by day, and I hope he can receive a better education. Can you invite a respected tutor to teach him?"

The emperor nodded with satisfaction, "Well, Concubine Shu is right. I will look for a suitable tutor."

Ye Ling'er was secretly delighted, knowing that her plan had succeeded one step further. As long as Rui Ze received a good education, he would definitely be able to achieve something in the future, and it would also provide her with an additional guarantee in the palace.