The Eldest Daughter Returns with Power

"Okay, senior brother."

"Miss," Aunt Rou pushed open the door and came in.

"Aunt Rou, what do you think of Su Ning'er?" Su Yunruo asked.

Aunt Rou pondered for a moment, then slowly said, "Miss Su, Su Ning'er is a very cunning person. Her visit today may seem like a simple visit, but she actually has ulterior motives. She tested your martial arts skills and mentioned the General's Mansion, clearly trying to find out something. However, you and your senior brother handled the situation very well and did not let her succeed."

Su Yunruo nodded slightly, a hint of admiration flashing in her eyes: "Aunt Rou, your observation is truly meticulous. Indeed, we cannot let our guard down. This General's Mansion is no longer what it used to be; we must be even more careful."

Aunt Rou nodded and continued, "Miss, your martial arts skills and those of Young Master Yuwen are already quite advanced, but people's hearts are unpredictable, so we still need to be more careful. In addition, we should also pay close attention to the servants in this mansion to prevent any traitors from infiltrating."

Su Yunruo sighed softly, "Aunt Rou, you're right. People's hearts are unpredictable and impossible to guard against. I will be more careful. However, the General's Mansion has already become suspicious of me, so we must be even more careful in the future."

Aunt Rou pondered for a moment, then slowly said, "Miss, in my opinion, we should hold back for now and observe for a while. Although the General's Mansion has some suspicions about us, as long as we act cautiously and do not reveal any flaws, they will not be able to find out our true intentions. At the same time, we can also use this time to find out what they are planning."

Upon hearing this, a resolute glint flashed in Su Yunruo's eyes: "Aunt Rou, you're right. We can't afford to lose our composure."

Aunt Rou nodded and smiled, saying, "Miss, don't worry. The Crown Prince arranged for Ying Qi and me to come to your side to protect your safety."

Su Yunruo looked at Aunt Rou with gratitude, a warm feeling welling up in her heart.

As night deepened, Su Yunruo sat by the window, gazing at the bright moon in the night sky, her thoughts racing. She knew in her heart that this covert struggle had only just begun, and the days to come would be full of challenges and unknowns. But she was not afraid, because she knew that with the companionship and support of her senior brother, her crown prince brother, her emperor uncle, and many others who loved and cared for her, she could face any difficulty.

She closed her eyes, took a deep breath, and tried to calm herself. She knew that only by maintaining a calm and clear mind could she remain invincible in the battle ahead. She began to think about her next plan: how to act more cautiously, how to better gather information about the General's Mansion, and how to deal with Su Ning'er's possible further probing.

The moonlight shone like water on her face, revealing a resolute expression. She knew this struggle would not be easy, but she was prepared to meet the challenges ahead.

Meanwhile, Yuwen Mo was also considering his next move. He knew that the General's Mansion had become suspicious of them, and they had to be even more cautious. He began to think about how to strengthen the defenses of the mansion, how to better protect Su Yunruo, and how to deal with any unexpected situations that might arise.

As night deepened, Su Yunruo and Yuwen Mo returned to their rooms to rest. They knew that tomorrow would be a new day, and new challenges awaited them. But they were prepared to meet the challenges ahead.

The next morning, as the sun rose, its gentle rays bathed the earth, Su Yunruo, accompanied by her aunt Rou, rode in a lavishly decorated carriage. The wheels turned, and the carriage slowly made its way towards the palace. Yuwen Mo followed closely behind on a tall, magnificent horse, his eyes scanning the surroundings warily for any potential threats.

Yuwen Mo knew that today was of great significance to Su Yunruo, as it was the day she would see her twin brother. From this moment on, Su Yunruo's fate would change, and her identity would become extraordinary. Although her existence would not directly influence the court's situation, her appearance would undoubtedly bring some ripples to the previously peaceful situation. Therefore, they had to act cautiously and proceed with utmost care.

The carriage slowly came to a stop in front of the magnificent palace gates. With the careful assistance of Aunt Rou, Su Yunruo gracefully stepped down. She wore a magnificent robe specially prepared by the Crown Prince, both luxurious and dignified, making her look like a fairy descended from heaven. Yuwen Mo also quickly dismounted and walked to her side. The two walked side by side, with Aunt Rou following behind, as they entered the palace gates together.

A solemn and dignified atmosphere permeated the palace. The magnificent palaces, exquisite carvings, and opulent decorations were a feast for the eyes. Every building exuded royal majesty and nobility, seemingly telling the story of history's vicissitudes. Although Su Yunruo was nervous, her steps remained steady, each one filled with determination and anticipation. She knew that today she would meet her twin brother, the thing she had longed for most since learning about her origins. She finally had a brother! This realization filled her with immense excitement, but also a touch of fear, worrying about disappointment or awkwardness upon meeting him.

Led by palace servants, Su Yunruo and Yuwen Mo arrived at a side hall of the Imperial Study. At the entrance of the side hall, Eunuch Li was waiting for them. Upon seeing them from afar, he came over and bowed to Su Yunruo and Yuwen Mo: "Princess Linglong, Young Master Yuwen, His Majesty, the Crown Prince, and Young Master Gongsun are already inside the hall."

"Thank you, Eunuch Li." Su Yunruo took a deep breath to calm herself down, and then walked into the side hall with Yuwen Mo.

Inside the hall, sunlight streamed through the windows, illuminating the entire room. A young man stood with his back to them, seemingly admiring the view outside. He wore a magnificent robe, his posture upright, his demeanor elegant, exuding a noble yet mysterious aura. Hearing footsteps, he slowly turned around, and for a moment, time seemed to freeze. His figure was tall and slender, his brocade robes further accentuating his noble bearing. His features were exquisite and defined, with sword-like eyebrows, bright eyes, a straight nose, and a slight upturn of his lips revealing a faint smile, giving him an air of both authority and approachability. His gaze lingered on Su Yunruo, his mind racing with thoughts; the woman before him bore a striking resemblance to himself.

"This humble woman greets Your Majesty." "This commoner, Yuwen Mo, greets Your Majesty." The two said in unison, then knelt down to pay their respects.

"No need for formalities, rise." The Emperor's voice was deep and magnetic, sending a shiver down one's spine.

After the two stood up, they bowed to the Crown Prince again.

"You are Su Yunruo?" The man's voice was gentle and magnetic, his eyes filled with a hint of inquiry and curiosity.

Su Yunruo nodded slightly and returned a polite smile: "Yes, I am Su Yunruo. Are you Gongsun Lin?"

Gongsun Lin nodded, stepped forward, and carefully examined Su Yunruo: "Today, my uncle, the Emperor, summoned me to the palace and told me that I have a twin sister, which I didn't quite believe. Now that I see you, I believe it; you and I do indeed look somewhat alike."

"Lin'er, when your sister was born, she was barely breathing. Your mother's personal nanny was worried that she wouldn't be able to raise her and would upset your mother, so she sent Yunruo away. But no one expected that the General's Mansion had such intentions at the time. Later, after your mother passed away, they saw that Yunruo was no longer of any use, so they plotted to get her lost," the Crown Prince said from the side.

Upon hearing the news, Gongsun Lin felt a sharp pain in his heart. He couldn't understand why a nanny would make such a decision, and he couldn't accept that his own sister would be sent away like this. He clenched his fists tightly, trying hard to control his emotions.

"What? How could the nanny by Mother's side do such a thing? Besides, how many good things could the Princess's residence not have? And even if the Princess's residence didn't have them, there was still the Emperor, my uncle. How could they send my sister away just because she was weak? Cousin Crown Prince, is there more to this story?" Gongsun Lin asked after pausing for a moment after hearing the Crown Prince's words.

His eyes revealed a mixture of doubt and determination. He didn't believe this was merely a result of a weak breath; he felt there must be a larger conspiracy behind it. Gongsun Lin frowned, beginning to ponder the ins and outs of the matter, trying to find more clues.

Gongsun Lin looked at Su Yunruo, his eyes full of concern: "Sister, how have you been all these years? I heard from my uncle the emperor that after you went missing, you were adopted by the mistress of Qingyu Manor." His voice trembled slightly, as if he was afraid of hearing a bad answer.

Su Yunruo felt her brother's concern and gently shook her head to indicate that she was fine. Although she had gone through many hardships, she felt incredibly happy to finally be back with her family.

Gongsun Lin's eyes welled up with tears, and he reached out to hug Su Yunruo tightly. He vowed to protect his sister and never let anyone hurt her again. At the same time, he also wanted to find out the truth of what happened back then and seek justice for his sister.

Su Yunruo nodded gently, "Big brother, I'm fine. I'm so happy to have found you all."

The Emperor patted Gongsun Lin on the shoulder and said earnestly, "Lin'er, now that your sister has been found, you must take good care of her. I have already bestowed upon her the title of Princess Linglong, but your sister told me that she does not want to restore her status for the time being. She wants to return to the General's Mansion first, and then restore her status from there."

Upon hearing this, Gongsun Lin looked puzzled and quickly asked, "Uncle Emperor, why is that?" The Emperor smiled slightly and passed the matter to Su Yunruo, "You should ask your sister about this." Gongsun Lin turned to look at Su Yunruo, his eyes filled with confusion and worry, "Sister, why is that?"

Su Yunruo smiled and said softly, "Brother, there are some past events involved. I'll tell you in detail when we have time." Gongsun Lin nodded. Although he still had questions, he didn't press the matter further.

Just then, Su Yunruo suddenly remembered Su Ning'er's visit the day before. Feeling she should let everyone know, she said, "Su Ning'er came to see me yesterday." Hearing this, the people in the room exchanged glances, a strange feeling rising within them. Su Yunruo continued, "She said she only heard from Su Wenhan that I was very capable and wanted to get to know me; she meant no harm." The others fell silent, each pondering the matter.

The Emperor frowned and said in a deep voice, "It seems that the General's Mansion really is hiding a bigger conspiracy, just as you said." Gongsun Lin's face was solemn, and he said through gritted teeth, "What exactly does this Su Ning'er want to do?" Su Yunruo shook her head slightly, a trace of worry flashing in her eyes, "I don't know, but I think we should still be careful."