The Legend of Zhen Huan: Rebirth of An Lingrong: Counterattack to Become the Queen Mother

An Lingrong watched Eunuch Su's departing figure and silently said in her heart, "Sister, we are one step closer to the truth. This conspiracy will soon be exposed."

Zhen Huan, in Ganlu Temple, also hoped day and night to soon uncover the mastermind with Ling Rong. One day, Zhen Huan was copying Buddhist scriptures in her meditation room when she heard a commotion outside. She put down her pen and walked out of the room to investigate. She saw several men standing at the temple gate, their leader shouting, "Who is Zhen Huan? Come out!"

Zhen Huan was startled, but she walked forward calmly: "I am Zhen Huan. Who are you? Why are you making trouble in Ganlu Temple?"

The man sneered: "Humph, we are here on orders, come with us!"

Zhen Huan asked, "Whose orders are you following? I'm here to meditate and cultivate myself. I haven't done anything wrong. Why should I follow you?"

The man said impatiently, "Stop talking nonsense! We only know how to take people's money and help them get rid of their troubles. If you were obedient, perhaps you could suffer less!"

Zhen Huan knew that today's incident would not end peacefully, and she quickly thought of a countermeasure in her mind. At this moment, An Lingrong's brother arrived with several of his men. He shouted, "How dare you, you evildoers, commit murder in Ganlu Temple!"

The leader said disdainfully, "Who are you? How dare you meddle in our affairs?"

An Lingrong's brother said, "I am the brother of Concubine An Lingrong. If you dare to touch a hair of Concubine Wan, I will not let you go!"

When they heard it was An Lingrong's brother, they felt a little apprehensive, but they also didn't want to return empty-handed. As the two sides reached a stalemate, Zhen Huan said, "Brother, don't be impulsive. I think they're being manipulated. If we can uncover the mastermind behind this, we can finally resolve this matter."

An Lingrong's brother nodded: "Lady Wan is right. If you tell me who ordered you to do this, I can spare your lives!"

The leader hesitated for a moment and said, "We only know that it was a lady from the palace. We don't know who it was. She just gave us a large sum of money and asked us to take Zhen Huan to a remote place."

Zhen Huan and An Lingrong's brother exchanged a glance, each suspecting someone. Zhen Huan said, "No matter who it is, we can't let her succeed. Brother, first capture these people and hand them over to the authorities."

An Lingrong's brother replied, "Okay, don't worry, Lady Wan."

After dealing with this matter, Zhen Huan hurriedly wrote a letter to An Lingrong, informing her of what happened in Ganlu Temple.

After receiving the letter, An Lingrong became even more certain that it was Concubine Xia who was behind this, so she decided to confront Concubine Xia.

An Lingrong came to Concubine Xia's residence. When Concubine Xia saw her, she mocked her and said, "Concubine An, what brings you here?"

An Lingrong said coldly, "Xia Changzai, don't think that no one knows what you did in Ganlu Temple. Why did you send people to capture Sister Zhen Huan?"

Xia Changzai pretended to be surprised: "An Guifei, what are you talking about? Why don't I understand? I didn't send anyone to capture Zhen Huan."

An Lingrong angrily said, "How dare you quibble! Those people have already confessed. It was a palace empress who ordered it. Who else could it be but you?"

Seeing that the truth had been revealed, Concubine Xia no longer tried to hide it: "Humph, so what if it was me? Why does that bitch Zhen Huan always put herself above me? I just want her to disappear from Ganlu Temple!"

An Lingrong said, "You are so vicious, aren't you afraid of retribution?"

Xia Chang laughed loudly: "Retribution? In this harem, only the strong can survive. My father's influence in the court is enough to keep me safe!"

An Lingrong said, "Don't be so naive. Do you think your father can protect you forever? I will not forgive you for what you did today."

Xia Changzai said disdainfully, "What can you do to me? Go tell the emperor and see if he believes you or my father!"

An Lingrong said no more to her and turned away. She knew that if she wanted to bring down Concubine Xia, she would need more evidence.

Back at the palace, An Lingrong continued to secretly investigate Concubine Xia's relationship with the nobleman from outside the palace. Her maid came to report, "Your Majesty, we've discovered that Young Master Xia has been frequenting a gambling house recently, and seems to be engaging in secret transactions with some officials there."

An Lingrong's eyes lit up. "Oh? This is an important clue. Keep watching and see if you can find any evidence related to Concubine Xia."

The maid nodded: "Yes, my lady."

At Ganlu Temple, Zhen Huan was also busy. She noticed that a young monk in the temple was acting suspiciously and was always secretly observing her every move. Zhen Huan deliberately found an opportunity to be alone with the young monk.

Zhen Huan asked softly, "Master, why are you always looking at me? Is there something you want to tell me?"

The young monk hesitated for a moment and said, "Master Wan, I... I know something, but I dare not say it."

Zhen Huan said, "Little Master, please feel free to speak up. If you can help me, I will be very grateful."

The young monk said, "I saw a pilgrim give the abbot a large sum of money, asking him to secretly monitor you and find an opportunity to trap you in a secret room in the temple."

Zhen Huan was startled. "Who was that pilgrim? Did you see him clearly?"

The young monk shook his head and said, "I only saw a woman, dressed in gorgeous clothes, but I couldn't see her face clearly."

Zhen Huan said, "Thank you, Master. Don't worry, I won't let you get implicated."

Zhen Huan also told An Lingrong the news. After thinking for a moment, An Lingrong said, "Sister, it seems that the conspiracy behind this is more complicated than we imagined. However, as long as we work together, we will be able to catch them all in one fell swoop."

Meanwhile, An Lingrong's brother, while investigating the troublemakers at Ganlu Temple, discovers they are connected to a mysterious organization operating covertly in the capital, apparently doing shady things for high-ranking officials.

An Lingrong's brother quickly told her the news: "Sister, this matter is not simple. There must be a larger force behind this mysterious organization."

An Lingrong said, "Brother, you continue to investigate this organization. I will also keep an eye out for any related clues in the palace. We must find the truth as soon as possible and protect Sister Zhen Huan."

Between the crisis-ridden harem and Ganlu Temple, An Lingrong and Zhen Huan are like travelers groping in the dark. Although the road ahead is full of thorns, they rely on their mutual trust and wisdom to move closer to the truth step by step. The enemy hidden behind the scenes also seems to have sensed the approaching crisis and is ready to make a final struggle. But how can An Lingrong and Zhen Huan retreat? They have already clenched their fists, ready to meet the coming storm. For their future and the peace of the harem, they vow to fight this dark force to the end, even if it means they will be torn to pieces.