Reborn Young Lady's Peerless Grace

In the early morning, the imperial family of your dynasty officially announced that the emperor had passed away. The entire imperial family and the people of your dynasty mourned, and the mourning period lasted for a year.

The news also spread to the Zi Luo Kingdom at full speed. The king and queen of Zi Luo Kingdom expressed their condolences, and Prince Liang on the border also expressed their condolences. However, in order to prevent the other princes in the Zi Luo Kingdom from having any illegal thoughts at this time, they had to guard the border of your dynasty.

Crown Prince Yuwen Yi and Crown Princess Shen Wanxiu led the mourning procession on behalf of the emperor's descendants. The emperor's other five sons and ten daughters also arrived, including Princess Ping'an, who had returned home to visit her family. Sixteen children in total were mourning nearby: the crown prince's eldest son, the crown prince's eldest daughter, as well as princes and princesses. Also present was the son of his grandson, Xiao Ping'an, the crown prince of Tubo. His younger brother, Prince Shezheng, led his nephews into the palace to mourn.

The queen was banished to the cold palace, and now only Concubine De has arrived. The other concubines are crying and mourning in the ground according to their rank.

"When the emperor passes away, it is only right that one of his concubines should be buried with him. Jia Zhaoyi, the tribute girl from the Western Regions, Cai, a concubine of low rank who has no children, and Ma, a talented person, should be buried with him. This is my decree." Concubine De wanted these three to be buried with the emperor immediately, so she gave them poisoned wine. This was a rule that existed in all dynasties.

As one of the four concubines, the childless Concubine Luo Liang escaped this disaster; although Concubine Meng was a concubine of low rank, she had a daughter who also escaped this disaster.

"No, no, I don't want to be buried with you", the poor three concubines, the emperor, no, the concubines of the late emperor were gone in the end.

Defei presided over the funeral, Prince Zheng and the Crown Prince managed the government affairs, and Meng Jieyushi from the harem helped deal with some matters and affairs related to the concubines.

One month later:

The coronation ceremony was held:

Thousands of nobles, civil officials and military officers came to the Meridian Gate of your dynasty, waiting for the new emperor to wear the five-clawed dragon robe and the emperor's crown to officially ascend the throne.

"The new emperor has arrived!" Xiao Dezi shouted, and the prince walked up to the dragon throne where his father, the late emperor, sat.

"We are here to pay our respects to the new emperor. Long live the emperor."

"The new emperor has issued an order, and all civil and military officials should kneel down." Xiao Dezi, now the chief eunuch of the new emperor, immediately took charge and demonstrated his ability to behave.

"Kneel down, to the late Emperor's Consort De, and enthrone the Empress Dowager";

"We kneel down and obey the emperor's decree," the princes knelt down and kowtowed as a solemn ceremony.

Respectfully, the new emperor’s decree, the Holy Mother, the Concubine, the Legitimate Mother, the Empress, for the Holy Mother, the Empress Dowager, and the Legitimate Mother, accords this order.

"Kneel twice, kneel to the meritorious official Du Gong, and enthrone the new title of Du Gong";

"We obey your command. Long live the emperor," General Du kowtowed and knelt in respect.

The Emperor's decree appoints Li Du, a junior general, as the General Zhenbei, and grants him the treatment of a prince; the late Emperor's decree appoints the virtuous prince as the Acting Prince to assist me in government affairs; the Crown Princess's mother, Zhang, is appointed as a lady of honor, and grants her the treatment of a princess.

"Kneel three times, kneel to the new queen";

"We pay our respects to the new Queen Consort. May Her Majesty live a thousand years and live in peace and happiness," the princes knelt down for the last time.

"Zun" is my original intention. My Crown Princess is Empress Shen. The Crown Prince's Consort Chen Liangdi is a Noble Consort, with the title "Li," and is known as Noble Consort Liang. The Crown Prince's Consort Tian Jieyu is the head of the Four Consorts, with the title "Li," and is known as Consort Li.

The news of the new emperor's ascension to the throne spread like a gust of wind to the border. An atmosphere of tension and anticipation immediately filled this vast and desolate land.

Several generals guarding the border gathered in their tent. The atmosphere was solemn. General Du Zhijie stood tall, his brow furrowed, his gaze deep and resolute. Beside him, Lord Xuanyuan had a solemn expression, his demeanor betraying the composure and competence of a veteran of many battles.

"I don't know whether it is a joy or a sorrow that the new emperor has ascended the throne. Now that the border is unstable, will the Zi Luo Kingdom take advantage of it to launch an attack?" Lord Xuanyuan broke the silence first.

Du Zhijie raised his head slightly and said in a deep voice, "No matter what, we must be extremely alert these days, for fear that the Purple Luo Kingdom will take advantage of the situation."

As he was speaking, a soldier hurried in and knelt down to report: "General, the imperial edict from Kyoto has arrived!"

Everyone's expression was startled, and they quickly stood up and went outside the tent to greet him.

The eunuch delivering the imperial edict stood in the center of the camp, unfolded it, and read aloud: "By the will of Heaven, the Emperor proclaims: Now that I have ascended the throne, I am mindful of the hardships and outstanding contributions of the generals guarding the border. I hereby appoint Du Zhijie as the General of Zhenbei, Lord Xuanyuan as the Prince of a County, and his wife as the Princess of a County, and Xiao Chenyang as the General of Zhenyuan..."

Du Zhijie and the others knelt on the ground to listen to the decree, feeling mixed emotions. They were pleased with the new emperor's gift, but they also knew that their responsibilities were even greater.

After receiving the order, everyone returned to the tent.

Du Zhijie sat at the head of the table, his eyes sweeping over the crowd: "The new emperor has high hopes for us, and we must not let him down. Only by repelling the Zi Luo Kingdom can we return to the capital to report and congratulate the new emperor."

Lord Xuanyuan nodded and said, "However, the border situation is complicated, and the surrounding countries are watching covetously. We need to be more cautious."

Du Zhijie stood up and walked to the map. "The enemy has been moving frequently recently. We need to increase patrols to prevent any changes."

That night, Du Zhijie was patrolling on the city wall when he suddenly saw dust and smoke billowing in the distance.

"Oh no, it might be an enemy attack!" His expression tightened and he immediately ordered to prepare to meet the enemy.

The soldiers acted quickly, and arrows and crossbows were ready on the city walls.

The enemy army gradually approached, and the shouts of killing shook the sky.

Du Zhijie drew his sword and shouted, "Brothers, for the country, for the people, kill!"

Lord Xuanyuan also led the charge into the enemy camp.

A fierce battle ensued, with both sides fighting fiercely. Du Zhijie fought bravely, his armor stained with blood.

Just as the battle was at a stalemate, Du Zhijie discovered that there was chaos behind the enemy. It turned out that Lord Xuanyuan had led a special force to bypass the enemy and launch a surprise attack.

The enemy's formation was thrown into chaos and began to collapse.

Du Zhijie pursued the enemy and defeated them, forcing them to flee in disarray.

After the battle, the soldiers cleaned up the battlefield, tired but excited.

At night, inside the tent.

Du Zhijie and Lord Xuanyuan sat opposite each other.

"This victory is thanks to the prince's brilliant plan." Du Zhijie looked relieved.

Lord Xuanyuan smiled and said: "General Zhenbei's command is still good, and the soldiers are fighting for their lives."

However, they knew that this was only a temporary lull.

Soon, the imperial court's supplies arrived, but the quantity was much smaller than before.

"What's going on?" Du Zhijie angrily asked the officer in charge of escort.

The official looked embarrassed and said, "General, the new emperor has ascended the throne and needs money everywhere. We have already done our best to raise it."

Du Zhijie frowned, knowing that this would bring huge difficulties to border defense.

It is winter now. The soldiers have no warm clothes and insufficient food and fodder. How can they fight this battle?

After several generals discussed in the camp, they decided to report the situation in the army truthfully to the new emperor, hoping that Yuwen Yi would think of a way to at least let the soldiers survive this cold winter. When spring comes, they will also find a way to quickly end the battle.