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

Princess Lingxi was feeling impressed that the incense-making skills she learned from Empress Dowager An Lingrong were put to good use so quickly, but she didn't expect even greater challenges to follow.

On this day, an envoy from a neighboring country came to the palace. The envoy was quite arrogant. Upon entering the palace, he said, "I've heard that your country has a flourishing culture, and we've come here today to see it for ourselves. I've heard that there's a Princess Lingxi in your palace who's skilled in making incense. I have a difficult question. If the princess can answer it, our country will continue our friendly relationship with you. Otherwise, our relationship will be at stake."

Everyone was shocked, and their eyes turned to Lingxi. Although Lingxi was a little nervous, he still stood up with his head held high and chest puffed out. "Your Excellency, please speak freely."

The messenger sneered, "Our country has a long-lost incense recipe called 'Dream Inducer'. This recipe requires the blending of seven extremely rare spices in extremely precise proportions. Even the slightest mistake will result in all the previous efforts being wasted. Princess, do you have the ability to restore it?"

Lingxi was startled. She had heard of this "Dream Guide" in the ancient books of Empress Dowager An Lingrong, and it was indeed extremely complex. But she refused to retreat. She looked at Empress Dowager An Lingrong with a look of determination and help.

An Lingrong nodded slightly and said softly, "Lingxi, don't panic. Just follow what you've learned and calm down."

Lingxi took a deep breath, walked forward, and began to select spices. As she picked, she muttered to herself, "This ambergris must be from the deep sea of ​​the South China Sea, and this frankincense must be tribute from the Western Regions..."

Fu Heng, standing by, didn't know how to make incense, but he clenched his fists and cheered Lingxi on: "Lingxi, you can do it! Don't let that messenger underestimate you."

Zhen Huan also said softly: "Lingxi, you are a princess of our dynasty, you must have extraordinary qualities. You have studied the art of making incense for a long time, so there is no need to be afraid."

Lingxi concentrated on mixing the spices, beads of sweat gradually oozing from her forehead. As time passed, a tense atmosphere permeated the palace.

Finally, Lingxi successfully blended "Dream Guide." The aroma wafted upwards, like a dream, as if transporting one into a mysterious wonderland.

The envoys from the neighboring country were shocked when they smelled the fragrance: "This... this is really the 'Dream Guide'! The princess has such a magical skill!"

Lingxi breathed a sigh of relief and said with a smile, "This is just the tip of the iceberg of what I learned under the guidance of Empress Dowager An Lingrong."

The envoy looked ashamed and said, "Your country is indeed full of talented people. Our country is willing to establish a lasting friendship with you."

After this incident, Lingxi's prestige in the palace increased greatly, but the forces secretly coveting the throne became increasingly uneasy.

A high official in the imperial court, in collusion with the imperial concubines, secretly discussed, "Princess Lingxi is currently gaining popularity. If she's not curbed, she'll become a serious threat in the future. Furthermore, Fu Heng is still investigating the jade pendant. If we let them continue, our plans will be ruined."

The concubine frowned and said, "What should we do? We failed to defeat Lingxi in the last incense-making competition, and now she has stolen the limelight in front of the envoys from the neighboring country."

The minister sneered: "No problem, we can start with the people around her. Isn't Fu Heng very caring towards her? Let's set up a trap and put Fu Heng in a dilemma and see how he responds."

So they secretly planned to trap Fu Heng when he was on his way out of the palace on business. They falsely accused Fu Heng of murdering a senior official and had him thrown into prison.

Lingxi was extremely anxious when she heard this: "Someone must have framed Fu Heng. I'm going to ask the Emperor and the Empress Dowagers to help him!"

An Lingrong stopped her, "Lingxi, don't be impulsive. There must be a conspiracy behind this. We need to act cautiously and find out the truth first."

Zhen Huan also said, "That's right. If we go there rashly, we might fall into their trap and end up hurting Fu Heng."

Lingxi paced anxiously: "But Fuheng must be suffering in prison. How can I just stand by and watch?"

The Queen said, "Lingxi, I understand your feelings. But what we need to do now is to find evidence to prove Fu Heng's innocence. Fu Heng has always been loyal to the court, and the Emperor will not easily believe this false accusation."

Lingxi had no choice but to suppress her worries. She calmed down and began to investigate the matter with An Lingrong, Zhen Huan and others.

During the investigation, Lingxi discovered some clues that seemed to point to the residence of the minister who colluded with the concubines.

Lingxi said, "I think we should go to the minister's mansion and investigate. Maybe we can find some evidence."

An Lingrong thought for a moment: "This move is quite risky, but in order to save Fu Heng, I have no choice but to give it a try."

Zhen Huan nodded: "We must plan carefully and not alert the enemy."

So, they secretly arranged to sneak into the minister's residence under the cover of night, where they carefully searched for evidence.

Lingxi found some letters in a secret room, which recorded the conspiracy of ministers and concubines, as well as the plan to frame Fu Heng.

Lingxi shouted excitedly: "Found it! Found it! Fu Heng is saved!"

Everyone gathered around to see what was happening and were overjoyed.

The Queen said, "With this evidence, let's see how they can argue. We will go to see the Emperor and clear Fu Heng's name."

When they brought the evidence before the emperor, he was furious: "How could such a treacherous person exist!"

The emperor immediately ordered the release of Fu Heng and severely punished the minister and concubine.

After Fu Heng was released from prison, he saw Lingxi's eyes full of gratitude: "Lingxi, this time it's all thanks to you. If it weren't for you and the queen mothers, I'm afraid I would have had a hard time getting out."

Lingxi smiled and said, "You stinky bastard, I'm glad you're okay. Don't be so reckless in the future and make me worry."

After this battle, peace temporarily returned to the harem and the court. But everyone knew that the conspiracies and struggles within the palace would never cease. No one could predict what storms awaited them in the future. Only by staying true to one's heart and supporting each other in this ever-changing palace could they overcome difficulties time and time again and continue to write their legendary story.