The Legend of Concubine Su

Princess Xingrou, like a newly blossomed rose quietly blooming in the morning mist, exudes a fresh and enchanting fragrance. Her graceful figure sways slightly in the dim light, like a rare treasure meticulously crafted by nature.

She was draped in a dazzling, shimmering red dress. Like the most brilliantly colored clouds at dusk, it gently enveloped her graceful figure. Every ray of light danced joyfully on the dress like a spirit, gleaming with a captivating brilliance.

As she walked, her long skirt fluttered gently in the breeze, like ripples on a calm sea, conveying both the gentleness and grace of water and an imbued with boundless resilience and strength. Atop the skirt, meticulously embroidered golden phoenixes came alive, wings spread, ready to soar into the heavens. These lifelike phoenixes not only highlighted Princess Xingrou's exceptional nobility and unparalleled royal ancestry, but also lent her an air of profound mystery, captivating her once her gaze rested on her.

Against the backdrop of this fiery red dress, she looked like a red lotus in full bloom in midsummer, gorgeous and eye-catching. However, amidst this dazzling color, she skillfully draped a blue cape embroidered with delicate silver patterns.

The blue cape, like the purest, brightest stars in the night sky, exudes a mysterious and captivating aura. It intertwines with the vibrant, fiery red dress beneath, creating a striking yet harmonious composition. This unique combination perfectly highlights her gentle and graceful side, while also unreservedly exuding the majesty and solemnity unique to royalty.

The meticulously embroidered silver patterns on her cape seemed to come alive, gleaming softly yet dazzlingly in the bright sunlight. From afar, it looked as if the entire vast starry sky were draped across her delicate shoulders, captivating and captivating.

The collar and cuffs, among other subtle details, are ingeniously inlaid with exquisite jade. These crystal-clear jades, like condensed dewdrops, radiate a gentle, jade-like luster, complementing the princess's snow-white, silky skin and adding a touch of elegance and grace. They are not merely symbols of power and status; they are the ultimate expression of this beautiful princess's pure heart and noble character.

Whenever she walked slowly and gracefully, the jade stones on her body would collide with each other as she swayed, emitting bursts of clear and melodious sounds that sounded like the sounds of nature. This beautiful melody, like the gurgling of a clear spring, was refreshing and invigorating, leaving one feeling relaxed and refreshed.

Princess Xingrou, the most dazzling jewel in the imperial palace, possesses not only enviable beauty and grace, but also an innocent and romantic heart. In her world, every day is filled with laughter and dreams. She lives a carefree life within the magnificent palace, enjoying the love and care from all sides. Her smile is like the warm spring sunshine, dispelling all gloom and cold; her singing is like the sound of nature, making people forget their worries and sorrows. Her presence is like a ray of light, illuminating every corner of the palace.

However, on this very day, an unexpected encounter shattered her peaceful life. While playing shuttlecock in the Imperial Garden, she accidentally kicked it onto the adjacent military parade ground. The palace maids panicked, as that was a restricted area of the palace, off-limits to ordinary people. But Princess Xingrou remained undaunted. She smiled and said, "Let's go in quietly." So, she and her maids secretly entered the parade ground.

Upon entering the parade ground, they were stunned by the sight before them. General Bai Yuan stood on a high platform, directing his troops in training. He stood tall and handsome, like a god of war from a painting. Princess Xingrou, captivated by his heroic presence, couldn't help but stare at him several times. She quietly approached the shuttlecock and was about to pick it up when Bai Yuan spotted her.

Bai Yuan's brows were tightly furrowed, his face was as gloomy as water, and he shouted in a low voice like thunder: "This is a forbidden area. How can you enter here at will? Do you know that this is a capital crime?" When the palace maids heard this, they were frightened and turned pale. Their faces turned pale and they trembled all over. They lowered their heads and dared not look directly into Bai Yuan's majestic gaze.

Yet, at that moment, Princess Xingrou, standing in the crowd, held her head high and chest puffed out fearlessly. She bravely raised her head and met Bai Yuan's gaze, her eyes determined and fearless. She parted her red lips and said, with a hint of dissatisfaction and stubbornness, "I was just trying to retrieve my dropped shuttlecock. Why make such a fuss?"

Bai Yuan's lips curled up slightly at the sight of this scene, a playful smile forming. He wanted to tease the spoiled and headstrong little princess, so he feigned seriousness and teased, "Your Highness, please remember that even a prince who breaks the law is subject to the same punishment as a commoner. As a princess of such noble status, don't you understand this?"

Princess Xingrou, hearing this, showed no sign of retreating. Instead, she became even more excited. Her eyebrows arched, her eyes widened, and she puffed out her chest as she shouted, "I'm not afraid! If you have the guts, punish me severely according to the law!"

Upon hearing this, Bai Yuan couldn't help but feel a little more admiration for Princess Xingrou. He thought to himself, "This woman is quite courageous, and she embodies the spirit of a woman who is no less capable than a man." Then, he put away his smile, replaced it with a serious expression, and continued, "Since Your Highness has recognized her mistake, and this is indeed her first offense, and she means no harm, then I will boldly take the initiative and forgive you for this time. I hope you will learn from this and never set foot in the forbidden area again. Otherwise, the law of the land is merciless, and you will not be able to blame me for enforcing it impartially and without mercy." With this, Bai Yuan bowed to Princess Xingrou and turned to leave. Only the palace maids surrounded the stunned Princess Xingrou, who stood there for a long time, unable to recover from her shock...

With these words, Bai Yuan turned and continued directing his soldiers' training. Princess Xingrou, holding her shuttlecock, quietly left the military parade ground with her maids. This unexpected encounter, though brief, left a lasting impression on her. She developed a deep interest in this handsome and accomplished general. It all started with that accidentally kicked shuttlecock and a courageous decision—to quietly enter the restricted area.