Time Travel: He is My Dad!

Hidden dangers, the chess game gradually becomes clear

Princess Shen stood at the window, her gaze piercing the palace as the sun gradually set in the distance. All the turmoil, intrigues, and power struggles within the palace seemed predictable under her control. The Crown Prince's downfall, the collapse of the northern forces, the unrest among some of the court's ministers—all part of her meticulously orchestrated chess game. Yet, even as everything unfolded according to her expectations, she knew the real challenge was only just beginning.

For several days, Cheng Jiahong had reported all suspicious activity to her. Many of the court officials were uneasy about the Shen family's growing power, and many were secretly plotting to bring her down. Princess Shen knew that while these officials might appear subservient to her, they were secretly plotting behind her back. To survive in this high-risk environment, constant vigilance was essential.

While the Emperor hadn't completely turned against her, their conversation had already revealed a hint of distrust. Princess Shen knew the Emperor was plotting a way to eliminate her from his scheme, and this alertness meant he was aware of her threat.

"Princess, Cheng Jiahong has arranged everything, and the investigation you requested has also begun." A familiar figure appeared behind Princess Shen, breaking her contemplation.

Princess Shen turned around and saw several secret letters handed to her by Cheng Jiahong. She nodded slightly, took one of them, and quickly unfolded it.

"What are the results of the investigation?" she asked calmly.

Cheng Jiahong replied in a deep voice, "The connections between these ministers and external forces are more complex than we imagined. Some are connected to northern forces, while others have close ties to certain princes outside the palace. These people are secretly uniting and plotting a change that could shake the existing power structure."

"It seems they've already begun to act." Princess Shen frowned slightly, quickly analyzing the current situation. "Although we've eliminated the northern forces, those lurking princes are the biggest threat. Cheng Jiahong, are you ready?"

Cheng Jiahong's face was solemn. "Princess, the next action will probably be even more complicated. Once we start, I'm afraid it will cause even greater waves."

"The bigger the waves, the more they can conceal my true purpose." Princess Shen's eyes flashed with a sneer, "They want to use the power behind them to suppress the Shen family, so I will give them a chance to completely destroy it."

She knew that although these princes were far away from the palace, their power and resources should not be underestimated. To completely eliminate these potential threats, they must be dealt a blow they could not counterattack, making them realize that the Shen family was not something they could easily challenge.

Princess Shen's determination is clear. She must let the forces outside the palace know that she is the real ruler of the court, not these mediocre princes.

"Get ready. We must act quickly and decisively in tonight's action." Princess Shen ordered softly, with a sharp light flashing in her eyes.

Cheng Jiahong nodded in response, deeply in awe of Princess Shen's skill. He knew this power struggle within the palace and beyond would usher in a more complex battle. Princess Shen would not only face the powerful officials within the palace and the emperor's suspicion, but also the covert manipulation of these external princes. Every move was full of variables, but Princess Shen's steps became increasingly steady, like a chess player in control of the overall situation.

As night fell, a tranquility fell within the palace. However, Princess Shen knew this tranquility was merely the quiet before the storm. She had already deployed spies to monitor the ministers and princes involved in the collusion. Her goal was to completely destroy their confidence, to teach them that betraying the Shen family would come at an unbearable price.

In the palace's hidden passage, Princess Shen and Cheng Jiahong quietly set out for a secret location. Her eyes were as cold as ice, revealing a chilling aura. This night would be a nightmare for all the hidden enemies within the palace.

Cheng Jiahong was followed closely by several elite guards, their movements nimble and almost noiseless. Princess Shen walked at the front, each step composed and unhurried, as if she had foreseen the outcome. The emperor's words echoed in her mind, the chill of distrust in them only solidifying her resolve to destroy all enemies.

Under cover of darkness, they quietly infiltrated the princely residences. These princes held vast empires and deep connections, and a single strike would undoubtedly unleash a bloodbath. But Princess Shen had never flinched from such a challenge. She was ready to carve her own legend in this palace rife with intrigue.

Upon entering the prince's residence, Princess Shen directed her men to divide into several groups and quickly search all the secret rooms and letters. She wanted to find any evidence of contact with external forces and directly destroy the prince's trump cards.

"Have you found it?" Princess Shen's voice was cold.

Cheng Jiahong raised his eyebrows and nodded: "Princess, there is a secret letter hidden here, which seems to be a token of contact with external forces."

Princess Shen's eyes lit up, "Bring it here."

Cheng Jiahong quickly handed over the letter, and Princess Shen opened it. The letter was clearly written, revealing the details of the princes' collaboration with external forces. She scanned it and immediately understood its profound meaning. It turned out that these princes had long formed an alliance with the northern forces, but were simply holding their ground. Now, this letter became the key evidence in her plan to destroy these princes in one fell swoop.

The corners of her mouth curled up into a sneer: "Just in time."

Princess Shen quickly ordered Cheng Jiahong to bring the evidence back to the palace, ready to present it to the emperor the next day, thereby completely suppressing the arrogance of these princes. She would no longer tolerate any threats and would make the entire court understand who was the true ruler of this palace.

"Tonight, teach them a thorough lesson." Princess Shen whispered, with a cold light in her eyes.

The moment she walked out of the prince's mansion, she knew that the struggle would enter a more intense phase. And she would step by step move towards her ultimate goal - to control the fate of this empire.

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