Traveling through the Tang Dynasty: The Concubine Goes to War

Last time, Yunxi and the prince went to Yongshou Palace to pay respects to the Queen Mother. They chatted and laughed along the way, and unknowingly arrived at the Queen Mother's residence - Yongshou Palace.

Look at the Yongshou Palace, which is magnificent and majestic. The vermilion palace gate is towering into the sky, and two majestic stone lions squat in front of the gate, lifelike, as if guarding the palace. The palace is magnificent with carved beams and painted buildings, showing the royal style.

Yunxi was dressed in a light blue brocade dress, with a graceful figure and pretty face, like a fairy descending to earth.

The eight-year-old prince was dressed in a gorgeous yellow robe with exquisite dragon patterns embroidered on it, symbolizing his noble status.

His collar and cuffs were trimmed with gold, and the hem of his clothes was embroidered with exquisite patterns. He wore a pearl-studded belt around his waist and a pair of small boots on his feet, with dragon patterns embroidered on the boots to match the yellow robe.

His hair was neatly combed and tied with a golden crown inlaid with jewels.

The prince has a round and cute face and clear, bright eyes, revealing his intelligence and wit.

His skin is fair and as delicate as porcelain, his face is white with a rosy glow, his lips are rosy, and there is always an innocent smile on the corners of his mouth, revealing the innocence and cuteness of a child.

After entering the palace, Yunxi and the prince knelt down and saluted, saying in unison: "Grandson (concubine) pays homage to the Queen Mother. May the Queen Mother live a long and healthy life and have everything go well!" The Queen Mother saw the two of them coming and showed a kind smile on her face. She quickly asked them to stand up and said: "Hurry up and come sit here with me."

After Yunxi and the prince thanked the queen mother together, the prince sat down on a chair beside him. Yunxi knew that her status was different now, so she stood quietly beside the prince, not daring to overstep her boundaries.

The Queen Mother saw all of this. She smiled slightly and said to Yunxi, "Yunxi, there are no outsiders here. You don't have to be so reserved. Sit down quickly!"

Yunxi was delighted when she heard the Queen Mother's words, but she still pretended to be reserved and replied, "Thank you, Queen Mother!" Then she sat down carefully next to the Prince.

Then, a group of palace maids filed in, holding all kinds of exquisite snacks and cakes in their hands, and carefully placed them on the table. These snacks exuded an alluring aroma, making people salivate.

When the prince saw these delicacies, his eyes lit up and a happy smile appeared on his face. He couldn't wait to pick up a piece of cake and put it in his mouth to chew it carefully. His satisfied expression was as if he had eaten the most delicious thing in the world.

At the same time, Yunxi turned to the Queen Mother with a smile and began to chat with her about daily life. The two talked about everything from palace trivia to national affairs to interesting things in life.

The Queen Mother listened with great interest and laughed heartily from time to time; Yunxi also spoke with great interest, sharing her own insights and ideas.

In this warm atmosphere, time seemed to slow down, and every moment was filled with tranquility and harmony. The prince savored the delicious pastries and occasionally interjected a few words, adding some relaxation and liveliness to this pleasant conversation.

At this time, the Queen Mother noticed Yunxi's clothes and said with a smile: "Yunxi, your outfit today is really fresh and elegant."

Yunxi responded modestly: "Thank you for the compliment, Queen Mother. I just picked a piece of clothing at random."

The Queen Mother shook her head slightly and said, "This dress looks different on you. I have some new clothes. If you like them, you can try them on later." Yunxi was flattered and quickly stood up to thank her.

The Queen Mother turned her head, and her bright and sharp eyes, like the warm sunshine in winter, gently fell on the prince. Her eyes were full of endless love and deep concern.

The Queen Mother smiled slightly, her voice as gentle as a spring breeze, and asked softly, "Grandson, have you been studying hard recently?"

When the prince heard the Queen Mother's question, he felt a warm feeling in his heart.

He immediately straightened up, like a tall pine tree, standing tall and unshakable. His face was filled with confidence and pride, shining like a bright star.

The prince replied respectfully, "In reply to your words, I never dare to slack off. I know that reading is a way to increase knowledge and cultivate one's character, so I always work hard and concentrate on reading. When the morning light appears, I get up early, bathe in the morning sunshine, pick up a book and immerse myself in it. When night falls, I still read by lamplight, and study hard with the weak candlelight. I understand that only by constantly accumulating knowledge can I become a pillar of the country and live up to your expectations."

When the Queen Mother heard this, a gratified smile bloomed on her face, which had gone through the vicissitudes of life but was still dignified and beautiful. She nodded slightly, the movement was elegant and noble, as if announcing to the world her deep satisfaction.

She said earnestly, "That's great! Reading can not only help people cultivate their character and cultivate their sentiments, but more importantly, it can increase their knowledge and broaden their horizons. If you want to deal with national affairs in the future, then this knowledge reserve is indispensable."

The prince deeply felt the profound meaning of the Queen Mother's words. He kept them in mind and solemnly stated that he would continue to study hard and constantly improve his qualities and talents.

The Queen Mother gazed at the clever prince in front of her, her heart filled with joy and anticipation.

She seemed to see hope for the future, and saw the country prospering under the leadership of the prince. She believed that as long as the prince worked hard and persevered in his studies, he would become an outstanding monarch in the future and lead the country to a more glorious tomorrow.

She knew that the prince shouldered the heavy responsibility of the country's future and hoped that he would become a monarch with extensive knowledge and both moral integrity and ability.

Then, the Queen Mother encouraged him again: "Grandson, remember that learning never ends. You must remain humble and constantly pursue knowledge. At the same time, you must also pay attention to moral cultivation, set an example, and become a role model that the subjects admire."

The prince responded respectfully: "My grandson will follow the Queen Mother's teachings and will work hard to live up to her expectations."

With the care and encouragement of the Queen Mother, the Prince became more determined to study hard.

He is fully aware of the importance of studying to personal growth and national development, and will continue to study hard to be fully prepared for future responsibilities.

The Queen Mother was also satisfied and reassured by the Crown Prince's performance and believed that he would become a pillar of the country.

Yunxi stood quietly by the side, silently watching the Queen Mother's earnest teachings to the Prince. Her heart was filled with joy and relief, because she knew that with the blessing of the Queen Mother, a powerful figure, the Prince's future position would become as solid as a rock and as stable as Mount Tai.

At this moment, Yunxi couldn't help but recall every detail of the past. She had always regretted leaving the prince when he was still young. Since returning to the palace, she had been silently guarding him and witnessing every moment of his growth.

And now, seeing that the prince was receiving such painstaking instruction from the Queen Mother, she felt that all her efforts had paid off.

The Queen Mother's kind and solemn face inspired awe. She taught the prince the wisdom of dealing with people and the strategy of governing the country in a gentle but firm tone. Every word struck the prince's heart like a morning bell and an evening drum, guiding him to the right path.

The Queen Mother smiled and patted the Prince's hand, then said to Yunxi: "Yunxi, you have to help the Prince as well." Yunxi quickly replied: "I will do my best to assist Your Highness."

The Queen Mother nodded and said, "That's great." Then, she turned and looked out the window and said, "It's getting late. You should go back first." Yunxi and the prince kowtowed to express their gratitude and slowly left the palace.

After leaving Yongshou Palace, the prince excitedly said to Yunxi: "Grandma is so kind to me. She even made new clothes for me!" Yunxi looked at the prince tenderly and said, "The Queen Mother also loves you very much. You must be filial to her in the future."

"I know!" The prince smiled and took Yunxi's hand, "Let's go, let's go to the Imperial Garden." The two strolled in the Imperial Garden, admiring the beautiful scenery. As they walked, the prince suddenly stopped, looked at Yunxi and said, "Yang Fumu, when I grow up, I will definitely protect you!"

Yunxi was deeply moved and hugged the prince into her arms, "Thank you, Your Highness. I believe that Your Highness will become an outstanding emperor."