After transmigrating into the body of a stepmother, I led the villains in a rebellion.

Lu Shiyuan's voice suddenly startled the Emperor.

The emperor looked up at him, but froze when he saw the unfamiliar face before him.

"You said you are Lu Shiyuan?"

Lu Shiyuan nodded. "Yes, Your Majesty."

"Haha... Go tell Mo Yunwei to stop using these underhanded methods. Even if he kills me, I will never pass the throne to him."

Upon hearing this, Lu Shiyuan suddenly woke up.

He suddenly realized the disguise on his face and knew that the emperor had misunderstood.

He quickly spoke up to explain, and even deliberately revealed some secrets known only to the two of them in order to gain the emperor's trust.

After hearing Lu Shiyuan's words, the Emperor's eyes were filled with excitement and disbelief.

"You...you are really Shi Yuan? Do you know where the Empress is? Is she safe now?"

Lu Shiyuan never expected that what the emperor was most worried about was not the country, but the safety of the empress.

This made him feel very complicated.

On the one hand, he hoped that the emperor would revitalize the country; on the other hand, he hoped that the emperor would not forget the empress.

After a brief internal struggle, Lu Shiyuan recovered from his complicated feelings.

He bowed to the Emperor and said, "Your Majesty, rest assured, Her Majesty the Empress is well."

Upon learning that the Empress was safe and sound, the Emperor's tense nerves suddenly relaxed.

During this time, he had been concerned about the Empress's safety and dared not make any rash moves.

They were afraid that they might accidentally put the Empress in a life-or-death predicament.

Seeing that the Emperor had no more reservations, Lu Shiyuan told him everything that had happened in the past year, as well as the situation in the court.

To let the emperor know about the suffering of the people over the past year and the chaos in the court.

After listening, the emperor remained silent for a long time.

He never imagined that this year of decline would plunge the people into dire straits.

I felt sad and also full of self-blame.

Perhaps he was never a good emperor.

What he has always wanted is a lifelong, monogamous relationship.

The Emperor staggered to his feet. "I know what to do?"

"I have been in a slump for a year, it's time to pull myself together," the emperor said, rising to walk to the dragon throne. He turned the handle of the throne, and a hidden compartment slowly opened beneath it, revealing a beautifully carved jade seal.

The Emperor's gaze instantly became firm and profound. He slowly took out the imperial seal and said to Lu Shiyuan, "This is an agreement between me and the General of the Guards. Only those who hold my imperial seal can command the three armies."

"Shi Yuan, I am now trapped in the palace. I entrust this imperial seal to you. You must contact the General of the Vanguard, unite loyal ministers and generals, eliminate treacherous officials, and restore order to the court."

Lu Shiyuan accepted the jade seal with both hands, feeling its heavy weight. It was not just the weight of a piece of jade, but also the weighty responsibility entrusted to him for the rise and fall of the nation and the safety of the people.

He was well aware of the arduousness and danger of this mission, but faced with the emperor's expectations, he showed no sign of backing down, declaring, "Your subject will certainly live up to your trust and vow to complete the mission to the death."

The Emperor nodded in satisfaction, then took out a secret letter from his sleeve. "This is an edict that I have prepared long ago. Once the time is right, you shall announce it to the world, let everyone know about Mo Yunwei's crimes, clear my name, and restore order to the court."

Lu Shiyuan took the imperial edict and carefully put it into his pocket.

He knew what this edict foretold: it foretold that Mo Yunwei would completely lose his chance to ascend the throne, and it also foreshadowed the future of the Xia Kingdom.

"My minister obeys."

After giving all his instructions, the Emperor immediately ordered him to leave the palace, saying, "There is no time to lose, you must depart at once."

Lu Shiyuan had only taken a few steps when the Emperor suddenly called him back, "Shiyuan, this journey is extremely dangerous. You must take good care of yourself. Also, please give my regards to the Empress and tell her that I will be able to reunite with her soon."

Lu Shiyuan nodded solemnly.

The night was as dark as ink. Under the cover of the moonlight, Lu Shiyuan quietly left the emperor's palace.

He knew full well the hardships and difficulties he would encounter later, but he was not afraid.

As long as the people of Xia Kingdom are safe and sound, the emperor and empress can reunite, and that person is safe, it is all worthwhile.

As soon as Lu Shiyuan stepped out of Qiankun Palace, he was caught red-handed by Mo Yunwei, who had been waiting outside with her men.

Mo Yunwei was dressed in a black brocade robe, his face was ashen, and his eyes revealed an undeniable majesty and ruthlessness.

He was surrounded by a squad of elite imperial guards, completely blocking the palace passageway.

Upon seeing Lu Shiyuan, Mo Yunwei's face lit up with a smug smile.

The reason Lu Shiyuan was able to meet the Emperor so easily was simply because it was a trap set by the Emperor to catch him like a turtle in a jar.

I never expected Lu Shiyuan to be so foolish as to jump into his trap.

"Lu Shiyuan, it's been a long time. It's so late, why are you in such a hurry to leave the palace? Why don't you stay and catch up?"

Lu Shiyuan felt a chill run down his spine, but he remained calm on the surface. He slowly turned around and looked directly at Mo Yunwei. "Your Highness and I only have enmity, not grudges. Even if we were to reminisce, it would be to seek revenge on you."

Mo Yunwei sneered disdainfully, "Revenge? You think you can take it?"

"Now you are like a stray dog, what right do you have to seek revenge against me?"

"I advise you to be sensible and hand over the imperial seal immediately, or don't blame me for being impolite."

Lu Shiyuan sneered, "You're not polite? If you've got the guts, come at me. You were my defeated opponent before, and you still are now."

Mo Yunwei hated this the most, but she never expected Lu Shiyuan to bring it up in public.

This made him wish he could tear Lu Shiyuan to pieces.

However, he understood Yuan Bingxuan's advice to him: not to act rashly, as Lu Shiyuan possessed very powerful weapons.

He waved his hand behind him, and the imperial guards immediately escorted Lu Junheng out.

Upon seeing Lu Junheng, Mo Yunwei's face twisted into a ferocious expression. "You haven't forgotten this kid, have you? He's been waiting for you to save him."

"If you don't hand over the imperial seal, I will take action against him today."

Lu Junheng looked at Lu Shiyuan, whom he hadn't seen for a long time, his eyes red. "Father, you don't need to worry about me. One person's death can bring peace to the world. I died a worthy death. Just don't forget to tell Mother that I miss her very much."

Lu Shiyuan nodded to Lu Junheng, "Good son, I am proud of you."

"Don't worry, I will definitely avenge you after you die," Lu Shiyuan said, reaching into his pocket to take out the pistol Lin Shu had given him when he left, and firing it at Mo Yunwei.

Caught off guard by Lu Shiyuan's sudden attack, Mo Yunwei instinctively pulled the person next to her to shield her.

This gave Lu Shiyuan an opportunity. He immediately took out a bomb and threw it in the direction of Mo Yunwei, then ran away with Lu Junheng.

When they were not far from Lu Junheng, they killed the people next to him, rushed towards Lu Junheng, and held him tightly in their arms, ignoring the explosion behind them.

Only after the aftershocks of the bomb subsided did Lu Shiyuan lead Lu Junheng to flee quickly, running towards the outside of the palace.

Just as the two were about to escape the palace, Lu Junheng suddenly grabbed Lu Shiyuan, "Father, I know that woman is there. Let's go kill her first."