Time Travel: He is My Dad!

Lies and truth

The situation in the palace is changing rapidly, and the struggle for power is becoming more intense. Princess Shen knows that she must not only face those enemies who have been exposed, but also be constantly vigilant against those seemingly harmless "friends" hiding in the shadows. Every tiny disturbance may become the key to her seizure of the empire.

After several days of investigation and analysis, Princess Shen finally uncovered a more complex situation—the relationship between the woman deep in the palace and the Crown Prince was far more complicated than it appeared. She was not only a distant relative of the Crown Prince, but also a pawn long lurking within the palace. Her identity was shrouded in doubt—not only did she have powerful external support but also a hidden past unknown to most within the palace.

This woman's name, Liu Mengyao, holds a mysterious and complex identity. Raised within the palace, she maintains secret connections to many influential figures, and her agenda seems far more complex than simply seeking power from the Crown Prince. Through Cheng Jiahong's investigation, Princess Shen learns that a powerful influence lurks behind Liu Mengyao: her relatives are members of the clan of the deceased former Empress, a clan that, once affiliated with the Crown Prince's father, possesses powerful connections and resources. Clearly, Liu Mengyao is more than just the Crown Prince's favorite concubine; she harbors other ambitions and may even have connections to external forces.

Behind all this, Princess Shen realizes that the enemy she faces is no longer just the powerful ministers in the palace; even the Crown Prince may be just a pawn. And this complex web of relationships is exactly the mystery she needs to uncover.

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The situation in the palace was changing rapidly, and Princess Shen's power had reached an unprecedented peak, but she did not let her guard down. She knew that in this palace, any negligence would bring her fatal consequences.

Just as Princess Shen was about to get to the bottom of Liu Mengyao's situation, Cheng Jiahong arrived with unexpected news: several of the Crown Prince's closest associates had suddenly left the palace for an unknown location. Cheng Jiahong immediately dispatched followers, but their whereabouts remained so secretive that even the palace's most discerning guards were unable to track them.

"Princess, the Crown Prince's confidants seem to be planning something big." Cheng Jiahong said solemnly, "Their actions are becoming increasingly erratic, and new conflicts may break out in the palace."

Princess Shen frowned slightly, "It seems that this chess game is no longer limited to the palace."

Cheng Jiahong immediately stepped back and began to assign tasks.

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Night fell once again, and the atmosphere in the palace remained oppressive and hushed. Princess Shen sat alone in her chambers, pondering the current situation. Her gaze was penetrating, as if she could penetrate the layers of fog and see the truth hidden in the darkness. She knew that the power she currently held was only superficial, and the true challenge always came from the enemies lurking in the shadows.

"Liu Mengyao, what secret do you have?" Princess Shen whispered to herself, her doubts growing deeper.

At this moment, Cheng Jiahong hurried in with the news, his expression grim. "Princess, our men have tracked down the Crown Prince's confidants. They did go to a secret location, but we haven't found any valuable leads."

Princess Shen raised the corners of her lips slightly. "They deliberately avoided our people. It seems this operation is no small matter." Her eyes grew colder. "However, this is not necessarily a bad thing. The actions of the Crown Prince's faction will only make me more aware of their hidden cards."

She stood up, walked slowly to the window, looked at the night sky in the distance, and seemed to be thinking about some larger plan.

"Cheng Jiahong, get ready." She turned around and looked at Cheng Jiahong standing beside her with a burning gaze. "Tomorrow, I'm going to the palace where Liu Mengyao is."

A flash of surprise flashed across Cheng Jiahong's eyes, but he quickly regained his composure and nodded respectfully. "Yes, Princess."

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The next day, Princess Shen quietly made her way to Liu Mengyao's palace as planned. Despite her unique identity, Princess Shen dismissed all obstacles as mere clouds. She knew that if she wanted to fully control the empire, she must uncover the true secrets behind Liu Mengyao.

She was dressed in a dark blue palace gown, her steps light but resolute. Passing through layers of palace gates, she finally entered Liu Mengyao's bedroom. Liu Mengyao was sitting quietly by the window, seemingly lost in thought. When she heard footsteps, she slowly turned around, her gaze indifferent.

"Princess Shen." Liu Mengyao's voice was gentle and cold. "I didn't expect you to come in person."

Princess Shen smiled slightly, "Princess Liu, I have to personally take care of all the affairs in the palace."

She looked directly into Liu Mengyao's eyes, her gaze sharp. "You know my position in the palace, and you know the power I possess. But why do you still dare to be so unscrupulous?"

Liu Mengyao showed no fear. She slowly stood up, sat upright on the couch, and said calmly, "The Game of Thrones has always been the domain of the strong. You've come this far not only by relying on political schemes, but also by the invisible force behind you. But I also believe that there must be something more important than power in your heart."

Princess Shen frowned slightly, "What do you mean?"

Liu Mengyao chuckled, "Do you think you're the only one who knows the truth about the palace? Your desire for revenge and your ambition, I'm afraid, are nothing in my opinion. You should know that you're not the only one with ambitions in the palace."

Princess Shen's eyes grew even colder. "Are you threatening me?"

Liu Mengyao's smile deepened. "I'm just reminding you. This empire doesn't belong to you alone. It belongs to the entire power struggle and to all those who want to control it. You're just a pawn in it."

Princess Shen's heart was shaken. These words undoubtedly hit her soft spot. She knew very well that no one in this world would simply serve her, even if she was the most powerful person in the palace.

She lowered her head, took a deep breath, and responded calmly: "So, Liu Mengyao, what do you want?"

A cold glint flashed in Liu Mengyao's eyes. "I don't want to be your enemy. I'm just reminding you that the games in the palace are always more complicated than you imagine. And you may not be the one who is completely in control of this game."

At this moment, countless doubts surged in Princess Shen's heart. She said nothing, but simply watched Liu Mengyao quietly, her alertness growing stronger. She knew that this chess game was far beyond her control.

Her conversation with Liu Mengyao was obviously far from over.

In the palace, undercurrents surge, and Princess Shen's power and scheming are destined to face unprecedented tests.

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Chapter 43: The Secret Chess in the Deep Palace