Rebirth: Phoenix Riding the Ninth Heaven

Li Ruoyue knew that at this time in her previous life, the banquet was almost over. However, at this moment, an accident occurred. The Fourth Prince was imprisoned in the Emperor's palace for a misbehavior in front of the palace, and he was never allowed to leave the palace again.

Li Ruoyue had been empress for many years, but she had never forgotten the words spoken by the Second Prince, who had passed out drunk in the Imperial Garden. Back then, the Second Prince was inebriated, mumbling incomprehensible words. However, after years of reflection and contemplation, Li Ruoyue finally understood the deeper meaning—it turned out that everything was a deliberate scheme by the Second Prince to frame the Fourth Prince.

Among the many princes, the Fourth Prince was undoubtedly the most intelligent. He was not only knowledgeable and resourceful, but also adept at planning and strategizing. However, he also had his flaws: he disliked socializing and was always solitary; he had a sullen demeanor and rarely smiled. These traits prejudiced the other princes against him, making him a thorn in their side. This was precisely the opportunity the Second Prince exploited. He cleverly exploited the public's prejudice against the Fourth Prince and orchestrated a meticulous conspiracy.

"I'll go to the side hall and sort it out," Li Ruoyue said with a smile. Her voice was gentle but firm, as if telling Liu Ruyan not to worry.

Liu Ruyan frowned slightly and asked with concern: "Ms. Li, are you scared? Do you want me to accompany you?" There was a hint of worry in her eyes, but more of sincerity and concern.

However, Li Ruoyue shook her head decisively and replied with a smile: "No, thank you. I can do it alone." Her eyes were firm and confident, which made people admire her.

After saying this, Li Ruoyue and Lü Zhu left the banquet together and walked towards the side hall. Their steps were light and graceful, as if they were showing everyone their independence and strength.

As she left the banquet, Li Ruoyue felt an inexplicable surge of excitement. She knew this action held immense significance for her. If she could successfully help the Fourth Prince escape his predicament and avoid punishment, she would gain further advantage for the Second Prince. At the same time, she would further distance herself from Wang Wei, bringing her one step closer to success.

In this palace world full of power struggles and intrigues, every decision may affect the fate of countless people. The challenge facing Li Ruoyue is to find the right direction in this complex situation and keep working towards her goals.

As time went on, Li Ruoyue began to actively prepare a plan to help the Fourth Prince. She gained an in-depth understanding of the situation within the palace and analyzed the interests of various forces in order to better grasp the situation.

However, during this process, Li Ruoyue also encountered resistance and difficulties from all sides. Some people tried to stop her actions and even threatened her life. But she was not intimidated by these difficulties, and instead moved forward firmly towards her goal.

Li Ruoyue's Luzhu came to the side hall and heard a palace maid and a eunuch talking in a low voice, saying cautiously, "If you don't do it well, you'll have to watch out for your life, bitch." If you do it well, the higher-ups will naturally find you a good job, so that you can live out your days safely in the palace. If you don't do it well, it's normal for several people to die in this palace every day. If you don't listen, we have plenty of ways to make you disappear without a trace without arousing suspicion. Hearing this, the palace maid knelt down tremblingly, expressed her loyalty to the eunuch, and said, "Eunuch, Eunuch, I will definitely do it well, and make the master feel at ease!"

Although he clearly remembered that the Fourth Prince had been framed in his previous life and punished for misbehaving in front of the palace, he had no idea what had happened. So, when he heard them emerge from the room after setting the trap, he carefully hid behind a pillar in the side hall, ready to react and counter any setbacks.

The pretty young palace maid, now pale as paper, pulled a packet of medicinal powder from her bosom with trembling hands. Her eyes were filled with fear and uneasiness, yet she had no choice but to obey. She carefully placed the packet of powder into the incense burner, as if fearing a single mistake would lead to dire consequences.

As the powder fell into the incense burner, a strange aroma suddenly emanated from it. It wasn't overpowering, but it held a unique allure, compelling one to explore its source. Yuzhu and Li Ruoyue exchanged a glance. They both knew what this medicine was—Hehuan Powder. This drug possessed a potent aphrodisiac effect, capable of sending the inhaler spiraling into a vortex of uncontrollable desire.

However, they didn't express much surprise or anger. After all, power struggles and intrigues were commonplace in this palace. They simply didn't expect someone to be so bold as to use such a forbidden spice in the palace. This made it difficult to find conclusive evidence of tampering, even if someone noticed something was wrong later.

As time passed, the incense in the incense burner gradually burned out. A faint fragrance filled the air, as if nothing had happened. Yuzhu and Li Ruoyue sighed inwardly at the scene before them. If nothing unexpected happened, the Fourth Prince would likely lose his mind and do something outrageous if he caught a whiff of this scent. Then, another uproar would likely ignite.

At that moment, the door flung open. The Fourth Prince, a young nobleman at court, had become a highly regarded figure throughout the court with his unique temperament and exceptional talent. He possessed a tall, handsome figure, a handsome face, and a distinguished demeanor. His deep eyes, in particular, seemed to penetrate the human heart, yet they held back their emotions, lending him a mysterious and majestic air. His smile, though rare, was like the warm winter sun, warm and captivating, always offering strength and hope, even in the most subtle moments.

The Fourth Prince was renowned for his rigor and prudence in his dealings with others. He approached every matter with meticulous attention to detail, never acting rashly. Every decision was carefully considered, ensuring it was flawless. Whether dealing with government affairs at court or on the battlefield, he displayed exceptional calmness and decisiveness, handling matters with decisiveness and efficiency, never dragging his feet. This style of work earned him immense prestige among court officials and the people, earning him recognition as a pillar of the nation.

Li Ruoyue looked at the Fourth Prince in front of her, and a wave of regret welled up in her heart. She recalled how people had praised him highly in her previous life. If he had been able to ascend the throne, it would surely be an era of prosperity, peace and security for the country. However, fate played a trick on her, and in the end, it was the cunning Second Prince who ascended the throne, bringing endless pain and disaster to the people. Thinking of this, Li Ruoyue secretly made up her mind that perhaps in this life, she would have the opportunity to change history. If she could help the Fourth Prince successfully ascend the throne, then the country would usher in a new era of peace and prosperity, and her life would not be in vain.

Upon entering the palace, Li Ruoyue noticed a large oil stain on the Fourth Prince's chest. The stain was so large that it was hard not to notice it. She chuckled to herself, wondering how the Fourth Prince could have gotten into such a mess. The Fourth Prince's servant hurried forward and frantically helped him remove the oil-stained clothes. Generally speaking, when these royal children attended banquets, their servants would always prepare a spare set of clothes just in case, and unexpectedly, it really came in handy this time.

"What on earth is this?" The Fourth Prince questioned Xiao Si angrily, but Xiao Si was so weak that he couldn't answer his question at all.

The palace maid who had administered the drug came in and suddenly asked, "Your Highness, what's wrong with you?"

The Fourth Prince's face was gloomy, and he gritted his teeth and said, "Someone drugged me!"

My pretty palace maid pretended to be surprised and asked, "How could this happen?"

Fourth Prince, why are you so red? The maid said anxiously

When the Fourth Prince heard this, he was immediately disheartened. He knew that if the poison could not be removed in time, the consequences would be disastrous. However, just when he felt desperate, a voice suddenly rang out: "Get out of the way!"

You turned around in surprise, wondering why there was someone here. A woman came out from behind the pillar. This woman was Li Ruoyue.

"Who are you? Why are you here?" asked the Fourth Prince weakly.

Li Ruoyue didn't answer his question. Instead, she walked over to him and placed a finger on his pulse. After a moment, she frowned and whispered to herself, "It's not too late."

After saying that, she took out a pill from her bosom and handed it to the Fourth Prince: "Take it quickly."

The Fourth Prince hesitated for a moment, but still took the pill and swallowed it. The pill melted in his mouth, and a cool sensation instantly spread throughout his body, and his mind gradually became clear.

Li Ruoyue saw the Fourth Prince swallow the pill and left the room. The Fourth Prince and Xiao Si were left alone, staring at each other, neither of them knowing what to say. After a while, the Fourth Prince finally spoke, "Thanks to you this time. If you hadn't showed up in time, I'm afraid we would have..."

Xiao Si nodded and agreed, "Yeah, I never thought that girl would have such superb medical skills. But who is she? Why is she here?"

The Fourth Prince was silent for a moment, then slowly said, "No matter who she is, she saved our lives. This matter must not be spread, otherwise we will all be implicated. As for her identity, we will slowly investigate it later."

Xiao Si responded, then asked cautiously, "What should we do next? Should we tell the emperor about this?"

The Fourth Prince shook his head and replied, "Not yet. If they dare to do this, they must have made some preparations. We don't have any evidence yet, and telling the Emperor rashly would only alert the enemy. Once we have sufficient evidence, we will report this to the Emperor."

Xiao Si nodded, agreeing with the Fourth Prince's opinion. Afterwards, the two of them cleaned up the room, making sure no traces were left behind, and quietly left the palace.