Traveling through the Tang Dynasty: The Concubine Goes to War

However, this time the emperor was not moved by her tears. He said angrily, "Ye Ling'er, I have been tolerant and indulgent towards you many times, but I never thought that you would dare to collude with foreign enemies and do such a treasonous thing just to avenge your personal grudge!"

The emperor's tone was full of disappointment and anger, and his eyes were like sharp blades, piercing Ye Ling'er directly. Then, without hesitation, he ordered Ye Ling'er and Princess Rui to be thrown into prison, and sent someone to investigate the matter thoroughly to find out the truth.

After a careful investigation, everyone was surprised to find that all this was actually a conspiracy carefully planned by the neighboring country. They tried to achieve their ulterior motives by provoking internal conflicts and creating chaos.

Through various channels and means, they conducted in-depth investigations to understand the high status of Prince Rui in the imperial court and a series of events related to it. These news made them realize that Prince Rui had considerable influence and power, and if they could get his support or use his status, it would be easier to achieve their goals.

So they set their sights on Princess Rui and made her a very tempting promise: if they succeeded in overthrowing the current emperor, they would recommend Prince Rui to the throne of the Tang Dynasty. This promise undoubtedly hit the desires and ambitions deep in Princess Rui's heart.

Princess Rui was an ambitious woman who was unwilling to be ordinary. She was not satisfied with being just a princess of a prince, but longed for higher power and status. She longed to become the queen, rule the entire Tang Empire, and enjoy endless wealth and honor. Therefore, when she heard such a promise, she was moved and decided to carefully plan and promote the development of this series of events.

In order to realize her ambition, Princess Rui began to take active actions. She used her wisdom and strategy to skillfully manipulate the forces of all parties, planning and plotting, trying to create chaos and turmoil, and shake the ruling foundation of the current emperor.

At the same time, she did not forget to use her charm and words to persuade and win over some key figures, and win their support and assistance. Ye Ling'er was one of them. She also promised that if the matter was successful, she would become a princess of the Tang Dynasty and enjoy endless honors and favors for her whole life. Ye Ling'er knew that the emperor had always regarded her as a substitute for Yunxi, so after consideration, she actually agreed.

In this process, Princess Rui did not hesitate to sacrifice the interests of some people in order to achieve her goal. She knew the cruelty and ruthlessness of the power struggle, but in order to pursue the supreme position, she was willing to pay any price.

After going through untold hardships, Shangguan Yu and Gu Tianxing finally completed an extremely difficult task and made great contributions to the country.

The emperor was very pleased and rewarded them both generously, not only giving them generous wealth, but also conferring official titles and granting them mansions.

Shangguan Yu was filled with gratitude and knelt down to thank him. At this moment, what he missed most was his parents. When he learned that his parents were safe and sound in this storm, his heart finally settled down and a relieved smile appeared on his face.

Shangguan Yu became more determined to protect the imperial court with his whole life. He knew that only when the country was prosperous and the people lived and worked in peace and contentment could his parents live a happy and stable life.

When Yunxi learned that Ye Ling'er and Princess Rui were thrown into prison, her heart finally settled down a little, and a look of relief appeared on her face. She took a deep breath, calmed herself, and then hurriedly left the palace to find Han Xuan to share the good news.

Han Xuan was also overjoyed after hearing the news brought by Yunxi. After discussing with each other, they decided to go to the palace together to see the emperor. Han Xuan planned to ask the emperor for support at the border. They knew that the border war was tense this time and the country needed more forces to protect the peace of the border. As a passionate man, he naturally had no choice but to do so.

In the huge Xingqing Palace, Han Xuan and Yun Xi knelt down and saluted, saying, "Your Majesty, your servants pay their respects to the Emperor!"

The emperor was very surprised to see Han Xuan, who had recovered from his injury. "No need to be polite! Please take a seat." After the two of them sat down, the emperor continued, "General Han, you have worked hard. I am very happy to see that you are safe and sound. This is the welfare of the country."

"Thank you for your concern, Your Majesty! I came here this time to ask Your Majesty for permission to go to the border and serve the country." Han Xuan said earnestly.

The emperor looked at the general who was still so majestic in front of him, and couldn't help feeling moved.

He understood that with such aspiring people, the country would surely prosper. So the emperor readily agreed to his request, "I am worried about the appointment of a commander for the frontier. General Han's arrival is like timely help. I approve it!" He also granted him generous rewards and honors.

Han Xuan took the order and left, leaving Yunxi and the emperor alone in the palace.

Yunxi knelt down again to thank the emperor, and knocked her forehead heavily on the ground, making a crisp sound, "Thank you, Your Majesty. I have another favor to ask."

The emperor looked at the woman in front of him, and his heart was moved. He raised his hand to signal her to stand up, and said gently: "What's the matter? Just tell me."

Yunxi stood up, looked at the emperor with a firm gaze, took a deep breath, and mustered up her courage to say, "I beg the emperor to spare Ye Ling'er's life."

The emperor frowned slightly upon hearing this, and his expression became serious. "This woman has committed such a serious mistake, how can we forgive her so easily? If we don't punish her, how can we convince the public?"

Yunxi hurriedly explained: "Although Ye Ling'er made a big mistake, she was also bewitched. Now the truth has been revealed, she has admitted her mistake and repented. I hope the emperor will give her a chance to reform."

The emperor fell into deep thought after hearing this, frowning, as if thinking about something. After a moment, he raised his head and asked in confusion: "Ye Ling'er has disrespected you many times and even wanted to kill you. Why are you actually pleading for her today?"

Yunxi smiled slightly and replied calmly, "Your Majesty, I know the cruelty and helplessness of the harem struggle. Ye Ling'er was just blinded by power for a while, so she did such a foolish thing. I believe that after this lesson, she will definitely change her ways.

The emperor looked at Yunxi suspiciously and asked in confusion: "She treated you so badly, why did you plead for her? Is there some hidden reason?"

Yunxi took a deep breath, calmed herself, and then reported to the emperor truthfully: "Your Majesty, in fact... Ye Ling'er is my long-lost twin sister! I only learned the truth recently." She was secretly glad that she made the right decision. After all, Ye Ling'er was the original owner's biological sister. No matter what, she couldn't just sit back and watch. Otherwise, how would she face her parents outside the palace in the future?

When the emperor heard this, he suddenly understood and murmured to himself, "So that's how it is. I was wondering why the two of you are so alike. If that's the case, then I can understand." After that, he sighed softly and continued, "Well, considering that you pleaded for her, I will show some leniency and spare her life. However, the death penalty can be avoided, but the punishment of life cannot be escaped. She will be demoted to a commoner and expelled from the palace. She will never be allowed to set foot in the palace again!"

Upon hearing this, Yunxi immediately knelt down to thank the emperor for his great grace and expressed her gratitude to him. She secretly breathed a sigh of relief, glad that the matter had finally been resolved satisfactorily.