Traveling through the Tang Dynasty: The Concubine Goes to War

Yunxi heard from her father that Ye Cairen's adoptive parents had come to the capital and were living in Yang's mansion. She decided to visit them in person to find out what was going on.

So she said to her father, "Dad, I will go back to see my mother later, and by the way, I will meet Ye Cairen's adoptive parents and ask them some questions."

"Okay, Dad came here this time because he wants you to come back home and talk in detail when you have time."

After they finished their conversation, they left separately. Father Yang left the palace and returned to his residence, while Yunxi went back and told Xiaowan to serve the prince well, then took the token and went to the palace gate.

Not long after, a beautifully decorated carriage slowly drove in front of the Yang residence. After the carriage stopped, the door was gently pushed open, and a graceful and elegant woman walked out of the carriage. This woman was Yunxi, and she stepped down the steps gracefully, like a fairy descending to earth.

The guards in the mansion saw their young lady coming back from afar, and their faces were filled with joy. They hurried forward to greet her, and one of them bowed to Yunxi, then turned around and ran quickly into the mansion to report to the master and his wife that the young lady had returned home. The other guards stood aside respectfully, waiting for the young lady's instructions.

Yunxi walked straight in and ran into Yang's mother who had received the report.

"Xier, you're back!" Yang's mother hurried out with a look of joy on her face.

"Mother! I haven't seen you for a long time. I miss you." Yunxi said to Yang's mother, but her true feelings came out unconsciously as she thought of her mother who lives in modern times.

Yunxi followed her mother to the main hall and sat down. Her father had already returned from the palace and was sitting in the hall sipping tea, seemingly waiting for Yunxi.

"Xier, come and sit down. We have something to tell you." Father Yang said.

"Dad, Mom, I came back this time to meet Ye Ling'er's adoptive parents and ask them some things about Ye Ling'er." Yunxi looked at his parents anxiously.

"Xi'er, don't be anxious. Let your parents tell you something first. It's about you and also about our family." Father Yang said earnestly.

"Oh, Dad, please speak." Yunxi heard this. Although he was still worried about Ye Ling'er, he sat down obediently and prepared to listen to his father's words.

Father Yang took a deep breath and slowly said, "Xi'er, do you know that besides you and your parents, there is actually another person in our family? This matter is related to the rise and fall of our family, and it's time to tell you..."

Yunxi's eyes widened, and she couldn't help but ask curiously: "Dad, who else is there? Tell your daughter quickly!"

Father Yang smiled slightly, with a hint of sadness and nostalgia in his eyes. He sighed softly and continued, "In fact, you have a twin sister who looks exactly like you. When Dad was still the head of the village in Lingbao, your mother took you two sisters to burn incense and pray for blessings. However, no one expected that an accident would happen during the incense burning - your sister was lost..."

When Yunxi heard this, she couldn't help but feel an indescribable excitement in her heart. She never thought that her family would hide such an unknown secret! And she (the original owner) actually had a younger sister! What on earth was going on? Countless questions surged in her mind, making Yunxi's thoughts surge like a tide.

Her mind raced, trying to piece together all the clues. Suddenly, an astonishing thought flashed through her mind - Ye Ling'er! That girl who looked exactly like her (the original owner), was about the same age, and was raised by adoptive parents, could it be that... she was her biological sister who had been separated from her for many years?

This thought shocked Yunxi. If it was true as she guessed, wouldn't it be full of drama? The coincidence of fate seemed to have connected them closely. The more Yunxi thought about it, the more she felt that it was very likely, but at the same time, a complex wave of emotions surged deep in her heart. She couldn't wait to find out the truth.

"Could it be that Ye Ling'er is my biological sister?" Yunxi blurted out.

At this time, Yang's mother interrupted and said, "This is almost certain. Ye's mother said that Ye Ling'er had a black mole on her left arm. Your sister Mengxi had a mole on her arm when she went missing. Yunxi, this matter is of great importance and must not be leaked to others easily. We believe that with your intelligence and wisdom, you will be able to shoulder this responsibility."

Yunxi nodded solemnly, saying that she would keep the secret and work hard to find out the truth.

"Dad, Mom, what about Ye Ling'er's adoptive parents?" Yunxi asked impatiently.

Father Yang patted her on the shoulder and said, "Child, be patient. When the time is right, you will be allowed to meet them. The most important thing right now is to prepare yourself for the challenges you may face in the future."

Although Yunxi was anxious to meet Ye Ling'er's parents as soon as possible, she also knew that what her parents said made sense.

"If Ye Ling'er is sure that it is really my sister Mengxi, then what will my parents do? Yunxi couldn't help but feel doubtful and mustered up the courage to ask her parents.

Father Yang responded with a sad face, "This is indeed a problem that bothers us very much! If an ordinary family encountered this situation, it would be easier to deal with. They could directly recognize Mengxi and take her home. However, the reality is so tricky. Mengxi has now entered the palace as a concubine, and you two are in the same palace, and such a major dispute has happened before..." As he spoke, he shook his head gently, indicating that things were much more complicated than he had imagined.

"Dad, Mom, I understand. It turns out that you have never wanted me to meet Ye Ling'er's adoptive parents. Is that right?" Yunxi asked with a frown and a puzzled look on his face.

Father Yang looked at Yunxi's face, which was very similar to Ye Ling'er's, and a complex emotion surged in his heart. He took a deep breath and said slowly: "Xi'er, you know that your appearance is exactly the same as their adopted daughter Ye Ling'er. Now is not the best time to make everything public. In order to avoid unnecessary trouble, it is better not to meet them first."

After hearing this, Yunxi's eyes flashed with disappointment, but she also understood her parents' concerns. After all, this world is full of countless unknown variables, and one could get into endless troubles if one is not careful. However, her curiosity about her own life experience in her heart became stronger and stronger...

So Yunxi never met Ye Ling'er (Yang Mengxi)'s adoptive parents.

With a heavy heart, she slowly walked back to the magnificent and solemn palace. Her steps seemed a little slow, as if she was carrying the weight of the world.

Along the way, Yunxi was silent, but her mind was full of thoughts. She recalled the things she had experienced outside the palace, the times of joy and sorrow, hope and disappointment. Now, she has returned to this familiar yet strange place, not knowing what the future will hold for her.

Walking into the palace, Yunxi felt an indescribable depressing atmosphere. Everything here seemed so cold, without any warmth at all. The palace maids hurried by with their heads down, seemingly indifferent to everything around them. The guards stood straight aside, staring at the passing crowd with expressionless faces.

Yunxi couldn't help but sigh, is this the so-called palace life? It seems prosperous and wealthy, but in fact it is full of intrigue and deception. However, no matter what, she has chosen this path and must continue to walk on it.