Traveling through the Tang Dynasty: The Concubine Goes to War

After some conspiracy between Ye Cairen and Li Guifei, they finally came up with a solution.

Concubine Li picked up a pen and wrote a letter to the emperor.

She sat at the desk, thinking for a moment, then picked up the pen and began to write on the paper. Her handwriting was beautiful, and the words were full of affection and worry.

In the letter, she told the emperor about Ye Cairen's recent experience, saying that Ye Cairen had been crying all day and was in a trance, and even hinted that Ye might have been framed. Her description was so vivid that people couldn't help but be moved.

After writing the letter, Concubine Li sealed it and handed it to Concubine Ye.

So Ye Cairen took off the pearl hairpin and jewelry on her head without hesitation. These jewelry were her most precious treasures, but at this moment she did not have the slightest attachment to them.

She held the jewels tightly, as if they were her last hope. Then, she carefully wrapped the jewels and quietly found the steward of the palace.

She took a deep breath, trying to keep her voice calm, and then handed the package to the butler. The butler took the package, opened it, and saw the jewels inside gleaming with dazzling light, and his eyes lit up immediately.

"This is a little gift from me, please accept it." Ye Cairen said softly.

"Cai Ren Ye, what are you doing..." The manager looked at her with some confusion.

"I have a favor to ask of you." Ye Cairen lowered his voice and said, "I hope you can help me pass this to the emperor."

The steward nodded. He understood what Ye Cairen meant. As the steward of the palace, he naturally knew how to deliver things to the emperor.

Not long after, the emperor summoned Concubine Li as they wished.

When Concubine Li saw the emperor, she burst into tears and threw herself into the emperor's arms, venting her emotions to her heart's content.

According to the pre-arranged speech, she cried to the emperor about Ye's miserable situation, which moved the emperor.

"Your Majesty, Ye is really pitiful. She has always been so kind and simple. How could she be treated like this? Please, Your Majesty, make the decision for her!" Concubine Li said while choking up.

The emperor gently patted Concubine Li's shoulder and comforted her, "I understand. Concubine, don't be too sad. I will investigate this matter thoroughly."

Hearing the emperor's words, Concubine Li was secretly delighted. She knew that their plan was halfway successful. As long as the emperor was willing to investigate Ye's affairs, there would be a chance to clear Ye's name. Next, it would depend on how the emperor would handle the matter.

After hearing this, the emperor couldn't help feeling a little guilty.

At this time, Ye Cairen was not idle either. She pretended to be pitiful and weak in the palace, which made the palace maids who were guarding her feel pity.

Ye Cairen also secretly instructed these palace maids to spread her current situation, especially to the ears of the emperor.

Sure enough, not long after, the well-informed emperor learned about Ye Cairen's recent situation.

He couldn't help but feel sad, thinking that he owed Ye Cairen too much. So he made up his mind to go to the palace in person to see how this poor woman was doing now.

When the emperor stepped into the palace, the scene before him made him heartbroken.

The once charming and beautiful Ye Cairen now looked haggard and dazed, as if she had lost her vitality. The emperor quickly stepped forward, gently held Ye Cairen's hand, and comforted her softly: "My beloved concubine has suffered, I will definitely investigate this matter thoroughly and give you justice!"

Hearing the emperor's words, Ye Cairen was moved to tears. She threw herself into the emperor's arms, venting her inner grievances and pain. At this time, the emperor also hugged Ye Cairen tightly, giving her warmth and strength.

Just as the two were embracing, Concubine Li happened to return to the palace. She pushed open the door and saw the scene in front of her. Instantly, a fire of jealousy surged in her heart, but she quickly concealed her true feelings and replaced it with a concerned expression.

Concubine Li walked up to the emperor, bowed gracefully, and said tenderly, "Your Majesty, I pay my respects to you." The emperor quickly reached out and helped her up, saying gently, "My beloved concubine, there is no need to be so polite."

At this time, Lady Ye noticed the arrival of Concubine Li. She wiped away the tears from her eyes and stood up to salute Concubine Li. Although she was still hurt, she tried her best to show respect. After all, in this deep palace, etiquette and rules are very important, and the slightest mistake may lead to death.

"Sister, please get up quickly. We are all family, why be so formal?" Concubine Li said with a smile.

"Thank you, sister." Ye Cairen said with his head down.

The emperor looked at Ye Cairen and said distressedly: "You should have a good rest. I will send someone to investigate this matter thoroughly."

"Thank you, Your Majesty." Ye Cairen expressed his gratitude again.

"Since His Majesty has said so, my sister can rest assured." Concubine Li turned to Ye Cairen and said, "But my sister should also take care of her health and not be too sad."

Ye Cairen nodded slightly, "Thank you for your concern, sister."

The emperor said to Concubine Li: "I never thought that Ye would suffer such a great injustice. It is really heartbreaking."

Concubine Li echoed, "Your Majesty, I also feel that Ye is very pitiful. Someone must be jealous of her favor and framed her. Your Majesty must severely punish the murderer and give Ye justice."

The emperor felt better when he saw the two getting along so well. "I am very pleased that you two sisters are so close."

Then, the emperor asked some details about Ye's frame-up, and Ye Cairen told the emperor everything she knew.

"Okay, I have understood the general situation." The emperor said, "I will investigate this matter thoroughly and will not let anyone be wronged. My beloved concubines, just wait for the news with peace of mind."

After saying this, the emperor left the palace.

After the emperor left, Concubine Li and Concubine Ye looked at each other and smiled with satisfaction.

The emperor returned to his bedroom and thought about it over and over again. He felt torn. He asked the eunuch chief Chen Defu beside him, "Defu, who do you think I can't let go of more, Yunxi or Ye Cairen?"

Chen Defu bowed his body and replied carefully: "Your Majesty, how can this humble minister make rash assumptions. However, although Ye Cairen has not been in the palace for a long time, she is deeply loved by Your Majesty. And Yang Fumu has been with Your Majesty for a long time, so I believe she also has weight in Your Majesty's heart."

The emperor frowned, "If I really have to choose, it's really hard for me to make a decision. One of them is gentle and charming; the other is unique, intelligent and talented."

Chen Defu rolled his eyes and said with a flattering smile: "Your Majesty, in my humble opinion, it is better to observe this matter for a while. After all, Your Majesty is the ruler of the world! Why should you be troubled by these private affairs?"

After hearing this, the emperor just sighed softly and said nothing. He sat alone on the dragon throne that symbolized supreme power, feeling extremely annoyed.

The harem dispute in front of him had made him feel extremely tired and helpless. He couldn't help but start thinking, how can he calm down this dispute and restore the peace of the harem?