Traveling through another world to stir the emperor's heart

When Jun Lingyuan and Feng Qingyue returned to the general's mansion in a carriage, the lanterns in front of the mansion had already been hung high, and the dim lights swayed gently in the evening breeze, as if welcoming their return.

Entering the General's Mansion, Feng Qingyue was greeted by a familiar aura, and she felt strangely relieved. She thought to herself that perhaps she could take a break here, not having to immediately face the complex situation. She could return home when the time was right.

However, not long after the two of them had rested in the mansion, the secret guard Qianyi appeared before Jun Lingyuan silently like a ghost, knelt on one knee and reported: "Your Majesty, Prince Ye Jun Lingye and Grand Tutor Qin Xiao have an extremely urgent matter to see Your Majesty."

Jun Lingyuan couldn't help but frown slightly, a hint of doubt rising in his heart. He looked up at Feng Qingyue, the conflict and reluctance in his eyes clearly visible. This sudden request for a meeting took him by surprise. After all, he knew that Jun Lingye and Qin Xiao wouldn't bother him easily unless it was something extremely important.

Feng Qingyue's heart tightened. She knew she would have to be extremely cautious once she returned to the palace, and she wasn't ready for that yet. So, she mustered her courage, walked up to Jun Lingyuan, and whispered, "Lingyuan, I'd like to stay in the General's Mansion for a while longer. Is that possible?"

Jun Lingyuan was deeply conflicted. Although he knew Feng Qingyue's secret, Feng Qingyue herself was completely unaware. He fully understood Feng Qingyue's reluctance to return to the palace, and he also understood her desire to stay longer. However, every moment away from her, he worried that these secrets would lead her into unknown danger, and even more so, he feared she would suddenly disappear. He clenched his fists tightly, and the veins on the back of his hands bulged slightly.

Jun Lingyuan was silent for a long time, and finally spoke slowly: "Qingyue, I promise you. But you must take good care of yourself. I will finish dealing with the affairs in the palace as soon as possible and come back to pick you up." After he finished speaking, he clapped his hands lightly, and a black shadow appeared in front of them again silently.

Jun Lingyuan pointed at the black shadow and said to Feng Qingyue, "Qingyue, this is Qianyi, one of my most capable secret guards. I asked him to stay and protect you. If you need anything, just tell him."

Feng Qingyue looked at the man in front of her, who was wrapped in black, with a hint of surprise. All she could see was a pair of cold eyes. She looked at Jun Lingyuan, her heart filled with emotion: "Lingyuan, thank you."

Jun Lingyuan stared into Feng Qingyue's eyes and said seriously, "Qingyue, you must understand that your safety is of paramount importance to me."

Feng Qingyue nodded, a touch of emotion flashing in her eyes: "Ling Yuan, don't worry."

Jun Lingyuan then carefully instructed the men in the general's residence to take good care of Feng Qingyue before leaving with his entourage. With each step, he felt a pull in his heart, his steps heavy. He silently muttered to himself, "Qingyue, I will protect you, no matter what secrets you may be hiding."

Feng Qingyue stood at the gate of the General's Mansion, watching Jun Lingyuan's receding figure, her heart filled with mixed emotions. She knew that their relationship had been constantly changing amidst these separations and struggles, and that the future was filled with uncertainty.

Returning to the General's Mansion, Feng Qingyue looked at Qianyi and said, "Qianyi, I'm sorry to trouble you during this period." Qianyi bowed his head respectfully and said, "Miss, you are too polite. Protecting you is my duty."

Feng Qingyue returned to her room and sat alone. The room was silent, broken only by the occasional chirping of insects outside the window. She began to reflect on her experiences since entering this world, and her relationship with Jun Lingyuan. She felt that Jun Lingyuan was very kind to her, but she also worried that her unspeakable secrets would bring him trouble.

Upon returning to the palace, Jun Lingyuan headed straight for Qianyuan Palace and immediately summoned Prince Jun Lingye and Grand Tutor Qin Xiao. The atmosphere in Qianyuan Palace was solemn, and Jun Lingyuan sat upright on the dragon throne, his expression grim.

In another corner of the palace, the Prime Minister and the Queen Mother were conspiring. The Prime Minister frowned and whispered to the Queen Mother, "Queen Mother, Your Majesty is overly fond of Feng Qingyue. If she gives birth to a child, it might be detrimental to us in the future." The Queen Mother sat on the phoenix couch, gently stroking the cat beside her. A sinister look shone in her eyes. "I share this concern. Your Majesty has become completely captivated by that woman, completely disregarding ancestral rules and the state of the court."

The Prime Minister said in quick succession, "Empress Dowager, we must act now. Feng Qingyue's identity is unknown, yet she acts recklessly in the palace, and yet Your Majesty protects her in every possible way." The Empress Dowager nodded slightly, "I have made up my mind. This time, I must make that woman disappear so that Your Majesty will stop thinking about her."

In Qianyuan Palace, Jun Lingyuan looked at Jun Lingye and Qin Xiao who had arrived and slowly said, "We need to advance our plans. They can no longer hold back and are beginning to stir. I'm worried they might harm those around me."

Grand Tutor Qin Xiao pondered for a moment and then said, "Your Majesty, I believe that your recent favor for Miss Feng may have caused dissatisfaction among some people. Those in the palace have always valued offspring and family interests above all else. Miss Feng is now deeply favored by Your Majesty, so it's inevitable that she will be seen as a thorn in the side."

Jun Lingyuan's heart tightened. He knew that what Qin Xiao said was absolutely right. He couldn't help but think of Feng Qingyue still in the General's Mansion. Although she had Qian Yi's protection, he still felt a little worried.

Meanwhile, the Prime Minister and the Queen Mother had already begun to plan their plan. They bribed some palace maids and guards, preparing to strike at Feng Qingyue when the time was right.

Feng Qingyue, who was in the general's mansion, had no idea that danger was approaching.

However, the dangerous aura was already like a shadow, slowly enveloping Feng Qingyue, and all this quietly unfolded between the seemingly peaceful imperial palace and the general's mansion.