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

"Of course, he chased me all the way to Xia Kingdom, so why can't I enter the palace?" A sly glint flashed in Lin Shu's eyes, and a faint smile appeared on his lips, a smile that contained both determination and amusement.

Seeing her like this, Jiang Mubai felt a strange unease rising in his heart.

It wasn't that he was worried about Lin Shu, but rather that he was inexplicably concerned for Li Che.

"Don't do anything reckless. That's the imperial palace, not a place for child's play."

“I know, I know,” Lin Shu said.

She had been so busy taking care of the baby that she had no time to play freely, so how could she miss this opportunity now that she finally had one?

She wouldn't be Lin Shu if she didn't turn the palace into chaos.

Besides, she was very unhappy after the Lu Shiyuan incident, and the only thing that made her happy was earning enough money.

Seeing that she looked like she hadn't had enough, Jiang Mubai knew that he hadn't listened to what she had said at all.

Based on his understanding of Lin Shu, once he made a decision, nothing could change his mind.

Rather than letting it go unchecked, it's better to proactively support her; this way, we can keep an eye on her and prevent anything from happening to her.

"Okay, I'll help you."

“Alright, help me find Su Qing and the Duke’s whereabouts,” Lin Shu said without any politeness to Jiang Mubai.

She had no acquaintances in Jiang State, making it extremely difficult for her to do anything she wanted.

But if Jiang Mubai helps, then it's a different story.

Jiang Mubai was very happy that Lin Shu did not refuse, as it proved that Lin Shu also considered him a friend.

In the following days, Jiang Mubai took advantage of the opportunity to prepare the antidote for the emperor and sneaked into the palace to gather information for Lin Shu.

During this time, Lin Shu also used the opportunity to heal his heartbreak.

The two lifetimes combined amount to nearly forty years, yet she still hasn't fully grasped life.

Finally, on the fifth day after Lin Shu returned to Jiang Kingdom, the Emperor's decree arrived at the Duke's Mansion, bestowing upon Lin Shu the title of Imperial Concubine, second only to the Empress.

The Emperor was worried that Lin Shu was not familiar with the procedures for entering the palace, so he deliberately sent some maids from the palace to help Lin Shu with his makeup and dressing.

Dressed in magnificent palace attire and adorned with elaborate headdresses, Lin Shu resembled a fairy stepping out of a painting as she entered the palace gates, a place rife with power and intrigue.

The moment Lin Shu stepped into the palace, his eyes changed from indifference to a sinister look.

She arrived amidst the palace's wealth of gold and silver.

Lin Shu was greeted by palace servants and moved into Yikun Palace.

The Emperor was already waiting in Yikun Palace, so as soon as Lin Shu arrived at Yikun Palace, he saw the Emperor's smiling face.

"Book."

When Lin Shu saw Li Che rushing towards her, a sinister smile appeared on her face.

"Shu'er, you've finally arrived! I've been waiting for you for so long." Li Che's tone was filled with urgency and joy, as if he was completely unaware of the complex emotions in Lin Shu's eyes.

Lin Shu bowed slightly, his voice cool with a hint of barely perceptible sarcasm, "Lin Shu greets Your Majesty, may Your Majesty enjoy boundless blessings and peace."

Li Che reached out to help her up, but Lin Shu skillfully avoided him. She stood up on her own and looked directly at Li Che. "Your Majesty's concern for Lin Shu is truly an honor."

Seeing that Lin Shu was avoiding him, Li Che did not force her.

From the message brought back by his father-in-law, he learned about the blow Lin Shu had just experienced.

I never expected that person to be so ungrateful, but this just goes to his advantage.

So he had plenty of patience to wait for her to change her mind. "Shu'er, your father-in-law has told me everything about your situation. Don't worry, I will stay with you until you accept me again."

Lin Shu knew that his father-in-law was a good mouthpiece.

He immediately lowered his eyelids, a look of pain appearing on his face, "Thank you, Your Majesty."

"By the way, Your Majesty, I heard that my father is seriously ill. How is he now?"

Li Che turned around, not looking directly at her. "Don't worry, he's fine. Once he's fully recovered, I'll have him brought back to see you."

Upon hearing this, Lin Shu sneered inwardly.

Isn't this just keeping an eye on her? Fine, she didn't intend to leave anyway.

"Then Lin Shu thanks Your Majesty for taking care of his father."

Seeing that Lin Shu did not pursue the matter further, Li Che turned to look at Lin Shu and said, "There is no need for thanks between us."

Lin Shu smiled. "By the way, Your Majesty, I left in a hurry earlier. I wonder how the Empress Dowager's health is?"

When the Empress Dowager was mentioned, Li Che's expression softened slightly, and his gaze towards Lin Shu revealed an even stronger affection.

"Speaking of this matter, I haven't properly rewarded you yet. If it weren't for you, Empress Dowager, you wouldn't have recovered so quickly."

"By the way, before I came here, the Empress Dowager specifically instructed me to make sure I took you to see her."

Lin Shu gave a slight curtsy. "Since it is the Empress Dowager's decree, Lin Shu will naturally obey."

Led by palace maids, the group walked through the winding palace paths and finally arrived at the Cining Palace.

The Cining Palace was the residence of the Empress Dowager. Its interior was decorated in a solemn yet warm manner, exuding the nobility and majesty of the royal family.

Upon entering the Cining Palace, a faint fragrance of medicine and flowers mingled together, filling the air.

Lin Shu lowered his gaze slightly, his demeanor dignified, and followed Li Che slowly into the inner hall.

The Empress Dowager sat on a soft couch, dressed in a magnificent brocade robe, with several exquisite jade hairpins adorning her hair. Her face was kind, but her eyes revealed a sharpness that was not easily detected.

When she saw Lin Shu come in, a warm smile immediately bloomed on her face.

"Shu'er, you've finally arrived! Let me see you quickly," the Empress Dowager said, gesturing for Lin Shu to come forward.

Lin Shu stepped forward and bowed respectfully, "Lin Shu greets Your Majesty the Empress Dowager, may Your Majesty live a thousand years."

The Empress Dowager gently patted Lin Shu's hand, her eyes full of praise. "Good boy, I heard that you saved Ai Qiu's life this time. I must thank you properly."

Lin Shu smiled modestly, "Your Majesty is too kind. It is my honor to be able to share Your Majesty's burdens."

Seeing this, Li Che was secretly pleased.

Previously, the Empress Dowager did not like Lin Shu very much because of his relationship with Lin Shu, but unexpectedly, this opportunity allowed the two to reconcile.

This could be a good opportunity.

"Mother, look, Shu'er is not only highly skilled in medicine, but also so knowledgeable and reasonable. Your Majesty, I have decided to bring Shu'er into the palace..." Li Che's words were tinged with a hint of probing.

Having lived through so much time, the Empress Dowager had long since changed her initial opinion of Lin Shu.

Especially during the two years that Lin Shu disappeared, she witnessed the Emperor's suffering firsthand.

Besides, Lin Shu is now her savior, so she has no reason to object. "My son, Shu'er, it was your mother's fault before that you missed so much time. This time, your mother will not stop you."

After hearing the Empress Dowager's words, Lin Shu secretly felt it was a pity.

She desperately hoped that the Empress Dowager would continue to oppose it, but unfortunately, things didn't go as planned.

With the Empress Dowager's approval, the Emperor couldn't hide his joy. He instinctively reached out and grabbed Lin Shu's hand. "Shu'er, did you hear that? The Empress Dowager is no longer against us."