Traveling through the Tang Dynasty: The Concubine Goes to War

Last time we talked about Han Xuan returning to the general's mansion to take care of his wife and daughter, while Yunxi continued to serve his own son, the crown prince, as a tutor in the palace.

However, fate always seems to like playing jokes on Yunxi.

It was a sunny morning, with a breeze blowing gently over the eaves of the palace. She was dressed in a gorgeous palace dress and went to the palace with the prince to pay respects to the emperor. Along the way, Yunxi showed her motherly tenderness, teasing the prince and happily talking about interesting things in the palace.

However, when they entered the emperor's bedroom, her eyes were attracted by a strange figure. The woman stood quietly in the corner, wearing silk and satin, with a graceful figure, and her face was very similar to Yunxi. She couldn't help but widen her eyes, and an indescribable surprise surged in her heart.

The woman's beauty was amazing, as if she had walked out of a painting. Her skin was as white as snow, and her eyes and eyebrows revealed a gentle and mysterious aura. Her hair fell on her shoulders like a waterfall, fluttering gently, exuding a faint fragrance. Her clothes were exquisite and luxurious, and every detail showed her noble temperament.

She and the prince looked at each other and could see the shock in each other's eyes. The young prince had never thought that he would see someone who looked so much like Yunxi here. He exclaimed in surprise: "Why does she look so much like Yang Fumu?"

The emperor seemed to have anticipated their reaction and introduced them with a smile: "This is Princess Sato Ran from a neighboring country. She has come to visit our country specially."

A princess from a neighboring country? She asked herself. Why did this woman look so much like her? Was it just a coincidence? Countless questions came to her mind, but she did not reveal them. She just smiled and saluted the princess to express her welcome.

In the following time, she tried to remain calm and talked with the emperor, the prince and the princess.

But she couldn't concentrate completely, and her eyes kept drifting to the mysterious princess. She tried to find some clues from Princess Sato Lan's words and deeds, but the princess was elegant and generous, making it difficult to figure out.

At the same time, the emperor's sharp eyes like an eagle swept over Yunxi. When he saw her hesitant and slightly nervous expression, the corners of his mouth could not help but rise slightly, revealing an imperceptible smile.

This smile is like the spring sun, warm and gentle, but it also seems to contain endless meaning and calculation, making it difficult to grasp.

As time passed, after paying their respects, she and the prince slowly left the emperor's bedroom.

When she left, she couldn't help but look back at the princess, her heart full of doubts and curiosity. This unexpected discovery was like a stone thrown into a lake, stirring up ripples. She decided to investigate the mystery in depth and uncover the secret behind the princess...

In the evening, in Jingxiu Palace, Yunxi and Lian Zhaoyi sat next to each other on cushions, discussing something in low voices...

The next morning, Zhaoyi Lian sent a eunuch to wait for Han Xuan on his way home from the morning court and secretly handed him a letter.

Han Xuan asked, "Which palace are you from?" "I am from Jingxiu Palace," the eunuch replied. Han Xuan was a little surprised, but soon realized that Lian'er from Jingxiu Palace was once Yunxi's personal maid. Could it be that Yunxi had something wrong? He quickly opened the letter and read: General Han, please come to Jingxiu Palace at 9:00 PM. I have an important matter to ask for. The handwriting was beautiful and familiar...

Han Xuan arrived outside Jingxiu Palace as promised. After the maid informed him, Han Xuan went in. Yunxi had been waiting for a long time in the courtyard of Jingxiu Palace. "Yunxi, it's you, are you okay?" Han Xuan asked with concern. "I'm fine, thank you!" Yunxi said calmly. "I asked you to come here this time because I have something to ask of you..." "If there is anything you need me to do, just tell me. Don't be so formal between you and me..." Han Xuan felt guilty towards Yunxi.

So, Yunxi told Han Xuan everything about the woman he saw at the emperor's place.

Han Xuan was very surprised when he heard this. He said in astonishment, "How could someone who looks so similar to you appear in this palace? This must be a very serious matter!" He frowned and fell into deep thought, secretly speculating that there might be some unknown secret or conspiracy hidden in this.

Han Xuan returned to the general's mansion and immediately summoned the counselors in the mansion to discuss how to deal with the situation.

Han Xuan used his various connections to finally get the exact information...

It turns out that the identity of this woman is not simple. She is not just a princess from a neighboring country, but a peerless beauty that the current emperor's uncle, Prince Rui, has been searching for among the people for a long time and finally found, and he presented her to the emperor.

It is said that this woman is not only beautiful, but also talented, good at singing and dancing, and can be said to be the most beloved one in the world. This time, she was found by Prince Rui and sent to the palace, which must have a deep meaning and purpose. Whether all this is a blessing or a curse, I am afraid only time can give the answer...

Han Xuan knew that this matter was of great importance and he had to deal with it carefully. He asked Yunxi to secretly keep an eye on the mysterious woman's every move while not alerting her.

A few nights later, Han Xuan got the news that the emperor would hold a grand banquet in the palace and invite all the emperor's grandchildren and ministers to attend. Prince Rui was also invited to attend. He thought this was a great opportunity to get close to the mysterious woman.

At the banquet, Han Xuan successfully attracted the attention of many guests with his handsome appearance and the majestic temperament of a great general. The neighboring princess Sato Lan, who looked like Yunxi, was no exception. She looked at Han Xuan from time to time, with a hint of curiosity in her eyes.

After three rounds of drinks, Han Xuan finally found an opportunity to chat with Sato Ran. The two chatted very well, and Sato Ran praised Han Xuan's talent and knowledge.

However, during the conversation, Han Xuan keenly noticed the subtle flaws in her words, and she frequently looked at Prince Rui, which made Han Xuan more suspicious of her true identity.

Han Xuan observed Sato Lan through chatting at the banquet, and thought to himself: "This woman is not simple!"

He found that the interaction between Sato Ran and Prince Rui was very subtle, and their words revealed a tacit understanding and familiarity. Moreover, when Prince Rui looked at Sato Ran, his eyes seemed to contain deep meaning.

Han Xuan couldn't help but think of the information he had collected about Prince Rui. It was said that Prince Rui was extremely powerful in the court and his methods were insidious and cunning, but few people knew his true intentions.

And the woman in front of him, named Sato Ran, was actually related to such a powerful person, which made Han Xuan very interested in her.

As the conversation deepened, Han Xuan felt that Sato Ran exuded a mysterious aura. Her words were evasive, as if she was hiding something important. However, although Han Xuan tried to find clues from her words, he could not capture the key information.

At this moment, Sato Lan suddenly changed the topic and asked about Han Xuan's recent situation. Han Xuan had an idea and decided to take this opportunity to test her reaction. So, he deliberately revealed some of the troubles he had encountered recently in the martial arts world and expressed his hope to get help from Prince Rui.

Sure enough, when she heard Han Xuan mention Prince Rui, Sato Lan's face changed slightly, but soon returned to calm. She looked at Han Xuan thoughtfully, and after a moment of silence, she said: "I will try my best to convey your request to Prince Rui. But..." She paused, and then said: "Some things are not so easy to solve, and you still need to work hard for it."

Han Xuan heard the hidden meaning in her words and vowed to uncover the secret between Sato Lan and Prince Rui. He knew that only by understanding the conspiracy behind them could he protect himself and the people around him from harm. And this banquet also became the starting point for Han Xuan to explore the truth...