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

Zhen Huan took a deep breath and began to make arrangements in an orderly manner: "Pass on my order. All guards are on full alert and guard the palace gates and all important roads. Lingxi, you take Anarchun and a few reliable maids and hide in the secret room. No matter what happens, you must not come out."

Lingxi's eyes were red with anxiety: "Master Buddha, I don't want to leave, I want to fight with you!"

Zhen Huan said sternly, "Lingxi, be obedient! This is not the time to be willful. If you stay here, you will only distract me."

An Lingrong also advised: "Princess, please go to the secret room first. It is safe there. We will definitely repel the enemy. You must trust us."

Lingxi had no choice but to follow Anarchun away, muttering, "I must become stronger and protect everyone in the future!"

Tang agreed and hurried over, looking nervous: "Old Buddha, Queen Mother An, I have spread the false news as planned, but I don't know if the prince really believes it."

An Lingrong said, "You've done very well. Now, we can only do our best and leave the rest to fate."

Zhen Huan looked towards the outside of the palace and murmured, "Fu Heng, Jing Yan, I hope you can return in time."

As night fell, the prince led the rebels towards the palace like a tide. The shouts of killing were deafening, and the flames illuminated half the sky red.

The rebels encountered stiff resistance from the guards outside the palace gates. A rebel leader shouted, "Charge in! The prince has ordered that whoever enters first will be heavily rewarded!"

The guards did not flinch. The leading captain roared, "You traitors, you dare to rebel against the emperor! Today is the day you will die!"

Swords clashed, sparks flew. Although the guards were well-trained, the rebels were outnumbered, and the offensive continued in waves, leading to a stalemate.

In the palace, Zhen Huan and An Lingrong were in command. An Lingrong said to Zhen Huan, "My Queen Mother, I'm going to check if the traps are ready."

Zhen Huan nodded: "Huan'er, please be careful."

As soon as An Lingrong left, a group of rebels broke through a palace gate and rushed in. The eunuchs and maids around Zhen Huan were trembling with fear. But Zhen Huan remained calm. She stood on a high place and shouted loudly: "I am here, you traitors, why don't you retreat immediately!"

The rebels were momentarily intimidated by Zhen Huan's aura, but soon continued to advance.

At this time, An Lingrong had already rushed to the trap and said to the craftsmen, "Prepare to start."

The craftsmen pulled the mechanism, and countless sharp arrows shot out from some passages in an instant. The rebels were caught off guard and fell to the ground one after another.

An Lingrong looked at the fallen rebels and sneered, "It won't be that easy to attack the palace!"

Upon learning that the prince had taken action ahead of schedule, Fu Heng and Xiao Jingyan were extremely anxious and rushed back to the palace at full speed. Fu Heng shouted, "Jingyan, speed up! The old Buddha and Empress Dowager An are in danger!"

Xiao Jingyan responded: "Brother Fu Heng, we must catch up!"

Inside the palace, the battle intensified. Zhen Huan watched the influx of rebels, silently praying that Fu Heng and his men would arrive quickly. Outside, the prince, upon hearing of the traps, said, "I simply don't believe we can't take this palace! Keep up the assault!"

The prince personally supervised the battle and ordered the rebels to bring huge trees to hit the palace gate. He also organized a group of death squads to try to break through from the flank.

Seeing the rebels' continued offensive, Zhen Huan said to the eunuch beside her, "Go, bring me my armor. Even if we fight to the death today, we can't let them succeed."

An Lingrong was returning from the trap when she encountered a group of rebels on the way. She quickly took out a bag of spices from her sleeve and sprinkled them on the rebels. After the rebels inhaled the spices, they suddenly felt dizzy and their fighting power was greatly reduced.

An Lingrong took the opportunity to shout, "Sisters, don't be afraid, let's defend the palace together!" The palace maids were encouraged and picked up the objects around them and fought side by side with An Lingrong.

On their way back, Fu Heng and Xiao Jingyan encountered a blocking force set up by the prince. Fu Heng led the charge, his spear swift and fierce, crushing the rebels wherever he went. Not to be outdone, Xiao Jingyan, brandishing his sword, worked with Fu Heng to gradually break through the blockade.

However, the situation within the palace grows increasingly dire, with many gates poised for collapse. Zhen Huan and An Lingrong exchange a glance, each witnessing a resolute determination in the other's eyes. They know this palace showdown has reached its most crucial moment. Who will ultimately prevail? Can Zhen Huan and An Lingrong turn the tide in this desperate situation? Can Fu Heng and Xiao Jingyan arrive in time to help? Everything unfolds on this bloody night, filled with endless suspense and uncertainty.