A Crossover of Film and Television: Miao Miao's Life Transmigration

The old emperor had been ill for almost four months, his condition fluctuating and showing no signs of improvement, which fueled the ambitions of the Prince of Yan and the Prince of Yong.

Prince Yong had a collusion with Consort Rong in the harem. Because of this relationship, Prince Yong did not use any means to make Rong Feiyan lose her innocence.

Consort Rong restrained Rong Feiyan and found a man who looked similar to Qi Heng and was a newly appointed Jinshi (successful candidate in the highest imperial examination) this year, and arranged for Rong Feiyan to marry him.

In the Yongning Palace of the inner palace, at the hour of Xu (7-9 PM) on the ninth day of the eighth month, Lin Yitang received a message from his subordinates saying that the Prince of Yong was not in his residence, and a large number of troops had gathered ten kilometers away from Bianjing, which might indicate a mutiny.

She immediately sent a message by carrier pigeon to Lin Jingya, telling him to make preparations immediately and that his family should not go out.

As for the Bai family, the patriarch passed away a few months ago, and the Bai family's title of Earl of Yuan'an has been revoked by the government.

The money wasn't passed on to the other branches of the Bai family, but the Bai family wanted to make a big fuss. They were just merchants, none of them held official positions, and none of them were even in Bianjing, so naturally they wouldn't get any benefits.

Then, he sent a message to Zhao Xu via Xiao Dengzi. Within fifteen minutes, Zhao Xu replied that the emperor already knew about it and that his son would act cautiously.

On the tenth day of the eighth month of the seventh year of the Huangyou reign, at the hour of Yin (3-5 AM), the autumn wind was chilly, and Bianjing was quiet, with only the howling of the wind echoing in the dark night.

Prince Yong mounted his horse, drew his sword, and shouted, "Brothers, Zhao Xu, a bastard without Zhao blood, plotted to usurp the throne and poisoned the emperor. As loyal subjects of the Song Dynasty, how can we let the emperor be deceived? We must storm the palace, rescue the emperor, and purge the court of corrupt officials!"

"Purge the court of corrupt officials! Purge the court of corrupt officials!"

The soldiers had deep, dark eyes and kept repeating the same words. They were persuaded by the Prince of Yong because of the immense wealth and power he offered.

"Soldiers, follow me into the city." The Prince of Yong was very satisfied with the scene before him, as if he had already become the emperor.

The Prince of Yong ordered his loyal subordinates to surround Bianjing, and then sent men to the Prince of Yan's residence to kill the Prince of Yan's entire family. He then personally led weapons and stormed into the palace.

The Prince of Yan never expected that the Prince of Yong's coup would kill him first. With only three hundred private soldiers, he was no match for the Prince of Yong's personal guards and was killed on the spot.

……

Lin Yitang signaled Xiao Dengzi and Xiao Xiazi to guard Yongning Palace, while Zhao Huiyue stayed indoors with her.

A breeze began to rise, swirling up the scattered yellow leaves, and the candlelight inside flickered.

Lian Yun carefully closed the window and placed the candle in a windless spot.

The atmosphere inside was somewhat heavy. Zhao Huiyue was afraid. She had learned that someone was plotting a rebellion and was worried that her father, mother, and younger brother would be hurt. She learned from her mother that a prince of the imperial family did not want her younger brother to inherit the throne smoothly.

But Father is still alive. Those arrogant people actually dared to rebel. Father has his own biological son. Would he really establish a member of the imperial clan with a weak bloodline?

"What are you thinking about? It's your turn to play chess." Lin Yitang's words interrupted Zhao Huiyue's thoughts.

Zhao Huiyue threw down the chess piece, ran to Lin Yitang's side, and leaned against Lin Yitang.

"Mother, I'm scared."

Lin Yitang took Huiyue's hand; her palm was icy cold and trembling, and fine beads of cold sweat appeared on her forehead. She picked up a handkerchief and gently wiped the cold sweat from Huiyue's forehead, saying tenderly, "Mother is here."

Just like when they were children, he put his arm around Huiyue and patted her shoulder gently, which gradually calmed her down.

"Don't worry, no one can change the outcome," Lin Yitang murmured, her cold eyes devoid of warmth as she stared blankly into the distance.

……

In Funing Palace, Zhao Xu was not in the East Palace. In fact, the emperor had already made arrangements, but Zhao Xu was his only son. Fearing that the Prince of Yong would act desperately, the emperor confined Zhao Xu to the study.

Prince Yong strode into the Funing Palace with a refreshed and energetic air. As soon as he entered the main hall, the old emperor stared straight ahead without the slightest fear.

Their eyes met, and Prince Yong couldn't help but say, "Your Majesty, I've come to your rescue."