Traveling through the Tang Dynasty: The Concubine Goes to War

Yunxi returned to the palace with a myriad of emotions in her heart, but she still had a gentle smile on her face, and served the prince wholeheartedly as always.

She walked into the room quietly, fearing to disturb the prince who was reading.

The eight-year-old prince was sitting in the study, his eyes focused and determined, as if the whole world was just the book in front of him. He gently flipped through the pages, his eyes flashing with a desire for knowledge and curiosity about the unknown world.

His brows would sometimes furrow slightly, as if he was thinking about a difficult problem in the book; sometimes they would relax, as if he understood the logic behind it. His lips moved slightly, as if he was whispering the words in the book, and his focused expression made it hard to disturb him.

The sunlight shone through the window onto him, illuminating the book in his hand and his heart full of curiosity. At this moment, he seemed to have forgotten everything, completely immersed in the world of the book, and integrated with the words in the book.

The prince's expression reveals an innate calmness and intelligence, which makes people full of expectations for his future. He is like a shining star, destined to leave his glory in the long river of history.

Whenever Yunxi saw the prince, she would completely forget all her worries.

Yunxi stood quietly by the side, watching the prince, her heart filled with satisfaction. She knew the prince's talent and hard work, and believed that he would become an outstanding monarch in the future.

Suddenly, the prince raised his head and his eyes met Yunxi's.

He smiled and said, "Yang Fumu, you are back."

Yunxi came back to her senses, walked quickly to the prince, and asked softly, "Your Highness, are you tired from studying? Do you want to take a rest?"

The prince shook his head. "I'm not tired. This book is really interesting. Yang Fumu, you know what? I learned a lot about governing a country from this book."

Yunxi smiled slightly, "Your Highness is very smart, so he can naturally understand the wisdom in the book. However, you should also pay attention to your health when reading, and don't overwork yourself."

The prince nodded and said, "Thank you for your concern, Mrs. Yang. By the way, I have some questions for you." Yunxi said happily, "Your Highness, please feel free to ask. As long as I know something, I will tell you everything."

So, the prince and Yunxi began to discuss the contents of the book, and their communication formed a warm picture.

Since returning to Yang Mansion that day, Yunxi seemed to have been reborn in the palace, and a huge change had taken place.

The matter of Ye Ling'er, which had once troubled her and made her unable to let it go, no longer lingered in her mind. She put all her thoughts on serving the prince without any distractions.

However, things in the world are often difficult to achieve as one wishes. As the saying goes, "the tree wants to be still but the wind does not stop", just when Yunxi was trying to put the past behind her, Ye Ling'er, who was enjoying the glory and being loved, became more and more arrogant and domineering.

On this day, the sun was shining brightly and the breeze was blowing. Yunxi was passing by the Imperial Garden as usual. At this moment, he ran into Ye Ling'er.

Ye Ling'er was surrounded by a group of palace maids and eunuchs, walking slowly towards her. Yunxi stared at Ye Ling'er in front of her, and her mind could not help but recall how she looked when she was favored by the emperor in the past. For a moment, she was overwhelmed with thoughts and forgot her current position and the etiquette she should follow.

Ye Ling'er naturally noticed Yunxi, and immediately stopped and looked down at her. She raised her lips slightly, revealing a mocking smile: "Hey, isn't this Yang Fumu? Why do you look so pale and haggard? Maybe you are not living a good life!" Her words were full of sarcasm and ridicule.

Yunxi didn't want to argue with her, so she lowered her head and prepared to take a detour. However, Ye Ling'er deliberately blocked her way.

"Where are you in such a hurry to go? You don't even say hello when you see our Concubine Shu." Ye Ling'er's maid Xiao Cui said provocatively.

"Shufei?" When Yunxi heard this title, she couldn't help but feel a surge of sadness in her heart, as if millions of fine needles were piercing her heart at the same time, causing unbearable pain.

"You don't know yet, right? Just a few days ago, the Emperor has issued an edict to confer the title of Concubine Ye Shu on our queen! From now on, you will be the most respected person in the harem!" Xiao Cui said proudly, her words full of boasting and pride for her master.

Yunxi could no longer endure such humiliation and ridicule. She clenched her teeth and squeezed out two words from between her teeth: "Get out of the way!" Her voice was cold and firm, with a hint of unquestionable majesty.

"Hmph!" Ye Ling'er sneered, "Don't think that just because you are the Crown Prince's mistress and the Emperor once had infinite affection for you, you can be arrogant and domineering. I tell you, now I am the most favored person in this palace!"

After saying that, Ye Ling'er led everyone away. Yunxi looked at her leaving back and fell into deep thought...

Yunxi was so depressed that she wandered alone in the imperial garden, with so many thoughts in her mind that she couldn't come back to her senses for a long time. Just as she was immersed in her own world, suddenly, a familiar voice came into her ears.

"Miss, I haven't seen you for a long time. I hope you are doing well!" This greeting was like a stream of clear water, breaking the boredom in Yunxi's heart. She slowly turned around, her eyes fell on the beautiful and familiar face behind her - it turned out to be Lian'er, now the noble Lian Zhaoyi.

The sun shines on Lian'er, making her already beautiful face even more radiant. She is wearing a gorgeous palace dress, with her skirt fluttering in the wind, like a fairy descending from the earth. Lian'er walks towards Yunxi with a smile, her eyes full of concern.

Yunxi looked at Lian'er in front of her, and couldn't help but feel a surge of emotion in her heart. In the past, they were master and servant, and even more so, good sisters who talked about everything and spent many happy times together. However, now, the change in identity and status has created an invisible gap between the two.

Yunxi tried to force a smile and responded, "Yes, it's been a long time. I didn't expect to meet you here."

Lian'er nodded slightly, signaled the palace maids around her to step back, then took Yunxi's hand and said softly, "Miss, let's find a quiet place to talk." Yunxi nodded and followed Lian'er to a secluded pavilion.

After sitting down, Lian'er looked at Yunxi carefully and said distressedly: "Miss, you have lost a lot of weight. It must have been very hard to take care of the prince during this period of time. If you have any worries, you can tell me."

Yunxi looked at Lian'er gratefully. After a moment of silence, she finally spoke: "Lian'er, I've always felt very confused... So many things have happened since I entered the palace again. I don't know how to face all this, and I don't know what the future will be like."

Lian Er comforted her, "Miss, life is full of uncertainties. We can't always predict the future, we can only do our best in the present. Although the environment has changed now, the friendship between us will never change. If you encounter difficulties, be sure to tell me, I will do my best to help you."

Yunxi felt warm in her heart after hearing Lian'er's words. She knew that no matter how the world changes, true friendship can always stand the test. It is really rare and precious to have such a close friend in this deep palace.

In the following conversation, Yunxi and Lian'er shared each other's recent situation and recalled the good old days. Laughter echoed around the pavilion from time to time, as if all the troubles were thrown away.

Unconsciously, the sun gradually set, and a gorgeous sunset glow appeared on the horizon. Yunxi and Lian'er said goodbye to each other and returned to their own palaces.

Although life is still full of challenges, Yunxi feels much more relaxed at this moment.

She believes that as long as she persists, she will always find her own direction.