Time Travel: He is My Dad!

Power and intrigue are intertwined, and actions are taken after careful planning.

Princess Shen sat by her bed, calmly gazing out the window at the night. The palace's tranquility and profoundness resonated with her own inner core, and she understood that there was no turning back from this game. Tonight's conversation with the Queen, though superficially gentle and gentle, had made her sense the deep undercurrents of power within the palace. The Queen's words weren't just a warning; they were a subtle reminder that every move within the palace was even more complex and dangerous than she had anticipated.

But this was precisely the challenge Princess Shen had been waiting for. She was no longer the once-forsaken concubine in the cold palace, but a woman who had learned to wield her wits and forge a powerful balance of power within the palace. She handled every situation with composure. She had never feared intrigue and political schemes, but instead yearned to control them all.

She sighed softly, stood up, straightened her clothes, and decided to meet another person - that was the power broker in the palace, eunuch Li.

Eunuch Li possessed an extensive network of connections within the palace. He had helped countless powerful officials and concubines secure resources within the palace, even providing intelligence and assistance to those with influence. Princess Shen had long planned to collaborate with him, and today was her first real opportunity to connect with him.

Entering Eunuch Li's side hall, Princess Shen saw the old man sitting at a dark table. He was dressed in blue palace robes, with a false smile on his face, but his eyes were sharp, as if he could see through everything. Eunuch Li smiled slightly and pointed to the tea on the table. "Princess Shen, I've been waiting for you."

Princess Shen was not in a hurry to sit down. Instead, she stood in front of the table and bent slightly: "Eunuch Li, excuse me for disturbing you."

Eunuch Li gestured for her to sit down, his eyes filled with amusement. "There are so many things going on in the palace that you, Princess Shen, don't know about. Since you've already noticed something and come to me, I'm afraid you want to join forces with me to deal with those forces in the palace, right?"

Princess Shen finally sat down and looked directly at Eunuch Li. "Eunuch Li, you are truly clever. Yes, I came here hoping for your help. You are one of the most powerful figures in the palace. I hope to use your strength to uncover all the hidden forces behind this."

Eunuch Li smiled, took a sip of tea, and then slowly said, "What do you want, Princess Shen? Although you are intelligent, the situation in the palace is beyond your imagination. The rise of Qingyun Chamber of Commerce, Prince Zhao's schemes, and even the death of the Crown Prince are not simple matters. Moreover, there are some people who will never allow you to intervene easily."

A glint of determination flashed in Princess Shen's eyes. "I'm not afraid of trouble, Eunuch Li. I know you have many friends, not just the powerful within the palace, but also those who secretly manipulate everything. If we can unite and control the situation, perhaps we can seize the initiative."

Eunuch Li stared at her for a long moment, as if trying to figure out her thoughts. After a moment, he nodded. "Princess Shen, you're intelligent, I admit that. In that case, I might consider collaborating with you, but you must understand that this kind of cooperation isn't easy. Without sufficient power, anyone can step on your head and end everything you have at any time."

Princess Shen smiled calmly, "I know, I will be prepared. As long as I can get Eunuch Li's help, I will definitely be able to gain a firm foothold in the palace."

Eunuch Li glanced at her again, his eyes gradually softening. "Alright, since you have the courage, I will serve you. However, you must also understand that the interests of the palace are more complicated than you imagine. Behind every cooperation, there are hidden deals. And you must pay a sufficient price for this."

"I am willing." Princess Shen answered without hesitation, "I will pay any price in exchange for a stable situation."

Eunuch Li's mouth curled up slightly: "Okay, in that case, let's start planning the next step."

Over the next few days, Princess Shen devoted almost all of her attention to the power dynamics within the palace. She knew the current situation couldn't be easily altered; the only thing she could change was the chessboard she controlled. Her gaze remained calm, each card in her hand carefully mapped out.

One day, Princess Shen received an urgent letter stating that Prince Zhao had suddenly decided to hold a secret banquet and invited important figures from the palace. Princess Shen carefully read every line of the letter and suddenly understood. Prince Zhao's banquet must be hiding some dangerous deal, or perhaps it would be a key point in the power struggle within the palace.

She decided to attend the banquet. This banquet was not just a display of power, but also an opportunity. She needed to connect with Prince Zhao and the Qingyun Chamber of Commerce, but also use this opportunity to further clarify her position in the palace game.

That evening, the palace's splendor and the brightly lit palaces intertwined into a dreamlike scene. Princess Shen, clad in a purple palace dress, walked gracefully, her expression serene. She knew that tonight would be the moment that would determine her future.

When she entered Prince Zhao's banquet hall, the atmosphere instantly became tense and oppressive. Prince Zhao stood at the head of the table, a polite smile on his face, but the coldness in his eyes was barely concealed. He was well aware that the situation in the palace was no longer under his sole control, but had gradually evolved into a contest of power among various factions.

Princess Shen spotted the important figures in the palace at a glance, including Eunuch Li, who clearly had a close relationship with Prince Zhao. As an "outsider" at the banquet, she clearly needed to tread carefully within this vortex of power.

"Princess Shen, you're finally here." Prince Zhao said gently, "Today's banquet is to allow everyone to become more familiar with the situation in the palace. Since Princess Shen is here, why not have a good chat together?"

Princess Shen smiled slightly, walked up to Prince Zhao, and bowed her head, "Prince Zhao, thank you for your invitation."

However, there was no trace of fear in her eyes, instead, she revealed a sense of confidence and composure. She knew that tonight would be the time for her to demonstrate her wisdom and courage.

The atmosphere at the banquet grew increasingly tense, with glasses exchanged and words exchanged lightly. However, behind every smile was a bottomless power struggle. And Princess Shen had quietly become the most crucial figure in this game.

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Chapter 64: Dangers surround us, and the chess game becomes clearer