Traveling through the Tang Dynasty: The Concubine Goes to War

Seeing Xiaowan's expectant face, Yunxi slowly said, "The Emperor has allowed her to recuperate in Xiuzhen Palace for the time being. When she is well, he will let her clean the Buddhist temple..."

"Didn't the emperor plan to demote her to a commoner and expel her from the palace? Why is he still keeping her in the palace..." Shangguan Yu frowned and asked in confusion.

"I begged for her..." Yunxi's voice was soft but firm.

"Sister Yunxi, the emperor is planning to expel her from the palace, why are you still begging for her to stay in the palace? Have you forgotten that she almost cost you your life in the past?" Xiaowan said anxiously and angrily with red eyes.

Yunxi sighed softly. She certainly had not forgotten that painful experience. However, she also understood the power of forgiveness. She knew that if she kept holding a grudge, it would only make her more miserable.

"Xiao Wan, I have not forgotten what happened in the past. However, I believe that everyone has the opportunity to reform. Perhaps this incident will make her wake up and re-examine her behavior. Moreover, by staying in the palace, she will have more time and opportunities to make up for her mistakes." Yunxi tried to persuade Xiao Wan.

Xiao Wan bit her lip and said unwillingly, "But, she treated you like that before..."

"I know, but if we just take revenge, what's the difference between us and her? I don't want to be a narrow-minded person. Besides, since the emperor has agreed to my request, it means he is willing to give her a chance." Yunxi smiled and comforted Xiaowan.

Xiaowan looked at Yunxi, and although she was still a little dissatisfied, she didn't say anything. She knew that Yunxi was kind and tolerant, and was always willing to give others a chance.

Yunxi looked up into the distance, silently praying in her heart that this decision would not bring more trouble. At the same time, she also hoped that the person who had hurt her could really turn over a new leaf and become a new person...

After a period of rest, Ye Ling'er's injuries have basically healed, but her body is still a little weak.

It was a sunny day with a gentle breeze. The eunuch stood outside Xiuzhen Palace with the imperial edict in his hand, with a serious expression, and read aloud: "In compliance with the will of Heaven, the Emperor decrees: Concubine Ye Shu, you have behaved badly as a woman, are arrogant and rude, and have repeatedly offended the emperor with your words. This is a crime of great disrespect. You are demoted to a palace maid, moved out of Xiuzhen Palace, and have to clean the Buddhist hall every day. I hope you will sincerely repent in the future. This is my decree!"

Upon hearing this news, Ye Ling'er's heart sank, but she did not dare to show any dissatisfaction or resentment on her face. She knew very well the mistakes she had made, and she also understood that the emperor was only lenient with her because of Yunxi's face. The imperial edict did not list all her crimes, which was the emperor's greatest tolerance.

Ye Ling'er knelt respectfully to receive the imperial edict, kowtowed to express her gratitude, and expressed her willingness to sincerely repent. Then, she and Xiao Cui quickly packed their luggage and prepared to go to their new residence - a simple room next to the Buddhist temple.

Led by the eunuchs, they came to the Buddhist temple. The environment here was quiet and peaceful, and the air was filled with a faint smell of incense. After the eunuchs asked them to put their clothes away, they explained in detail the tasks they needed to complete every day, and then turned and left.

Ye Ling'er and Xiao Cui looked at each other, with helplessness and emotion in their eyes. The former glory and wealth have now vanished, and they must face reality and work hard to adapt to the new life. Ye Ling'er secretly vowed that one day she would regain her freedom and dignity.

In the morning, before the sun rose, Ye Ling'er got up early and began her daily routine in the Buddhist temple. She gently pushed open the door of the Buddhist temple and stepped into this quiet and sacred space.

First, she picked up the broom and carefully swept the dust on the ground, making the entire Buddhist hall glow with cleanliness.

Then, Ye Ling'er walked to the Buddha statues and carefully wiped each one with a soft cloth. Her movements were gentle and pious, as if she was talking to the gods.

She stared intently at the face of the Buddha, feeling the tranquility and compassion.

After Yunxi learned that Ye Ling'er and Xiao Cui had already gone to the Buddhist temple, she still felt a little worried.

So she often looked for opportunities to visit them in the Buddhist temple.

On this day, the sun was shining and the breeze was blowing gently, and Yunxi set out on the journey to the Buddhist temple.

When she arrived at the Buddhist temple, she happened to see Ye Ling'er wiping the Buddha statue. She stood below and watched quietly. Suddenly, Ye Ling'er stepped on empty air and fell from a high place.

Yunxi was shocked and hurried forward to help her check if she was injured.

When she touched Ye Ling'er's abdomen, she suddenly felt a strange throbbing. After careful observation, she, who was proficient in medical skills, was surprised to find that Ye Ling'er was pregnant! This amazing discovery made Yunxi's eyes widen. She realized that Ye Ling'er was pregnant with a dragon seed...

Yunxi was totally unprepared for this sudden discovery. She was stunned and stammered, "Ling... Ling'er, you... you are pregnant?"

"Sister, you already know everything!" Ye Ling'er burst into tears and knelt down with a plop. She continued, "Sister, for the sake of the fetus in my belly, please help me and ask the emperor for mercy so that I can return to Xiuzhen Palace!"

"This..." Yunxi was speechless for a moment, not knowing how to respond. This matter was too serious and difficult, and the slightest mistake could lead to unpredictable consequences, so it must be treated with caution and handled with care.

Yunxi helped Ye Ling'er up and said with difficulty: "Ling'er, this matter is of great importance. I need some time to think about it."

Ye Ling'er grabbed the corner of Yunxi's clothes and begged bitterly: "Sister, please! If I can return to the palace, I will be grateful and will never forget your kindness!" Yunxi looked at Ye Ling'er, feeling conflicted.

She knew that if Ye Ling'er was allowed to return to the palace, it might cause jealousy and fighting among other concubines, and there might be another wave of turmoil in the harem. But if she was not allowed to return to the palace, what would happen to Ye Ling'er and the baby in her belly? Yunxi decided to tell the emperor about this first and see what he thought.

That night, Yunxi came to the emperor and planned to report the fact that Ye Ling'er was pregnant: "Congratulations, Your Majesty!"

The emperor, who was reviewing memorials, was confused and asked quickly, "Yunxi, why are you so happy?"

"Your Majesty, there will be a new prince or princess in the palace soon. Ye Ling'er is pregnant with a dragon child." Yunxi replied.

The emperor was shocked when he heard this. He thought for a moment and said, "I had kept her in the palace because of our old relationship, but I never expected such a happy event to happen."

"Then how does the emperor plan to accommodate Ling'er?" Yunxi asked.

"Forget it. Let's order her to move back to Xiuzhen Palace tomorrow." The emperor replied with no expression on his face.

Yunxi felt relieved at last and she quickly thanked him.

However, when she thought of the prince, she felt a vague sense of worry...