After killing four concubines, the queen was sentenced to death and reborn

The night was as dark as ink. Li Yan's gentle reminder was like an autumn wind sweeping through dead leaves. Although it caused a slight ripple, it failed to shake the solid fortress in Lu Ran's heart. He leaned on the bed, with an unyielding flame burning deep in his eyes, as if a raging fire was leaping in his chest, wanting to burn all obstacles to ashes.

The wound on his left shoulder burned like a flame, and the pain pierced his heart like a needle, but Lu Ran seemed to ignore it. His persistence and determination had long forgotten the pain. He struggled to sit up and took a deep breath of the cold air, as if he wanted to absorb all his courage and strength into his body.

"I request to see His Majesty." Although Lu Ran's voice was weak, it was as powerful as metal and stone, and every word was filled with unquestionable firmness.

Li Yan looked at him, his fiery eyes like the brightest stars in the night sky, flashing with a determined light. Although he felt helpless, he could only advise again: "Think twice before you act. In the current situation, how can His Majesty change his mind just because of a few words from you? Moreover, His Majesty has been wary of King Xiang for a long time, and you and I both know the reason."

Lu Ran took a deep breath. He knew that what Li Yan said was true, but the sense of justice in his heart was burning like a raging fire, and he couldn't just sit back and watch. "There are many doubts. Your Majesty has fallen into the trap. As a minister, how can I watch Your Majesty go astray?" His voice was soft, but full of determination.

Li Yan shook his head helplessly. He knew Lu Ran's temper very well. Once he made up his mind about something, he would not be able to change it even with nine bulls. He sighed and said, "Lu Ran, have you really thought it through? If you anger His Majesty because of this, the consequences will be disastrous. As a minister, we should put His Majesty's will first."

Lu Ran was silent for a moment, then suddenly raised his head and asked, "Where is the Queen? Does she know about this?" There was a hint of anticipation and urgency in his eyes.

"The Queen?" Li Yan was stunned, then shook his head and said, "As the wife of His Majesty, how could she plead for the King of Xiang? Her identity and position doomed her to not help the King of Xiang."

However, Lu Ran remained unmoved. A hint of determination flashed in his eyes: "Prince Xiang was once the late emperor's candidate for crown prince. He has made great military achievements and is deeply loved by the people. He cannot die in such an unclear way." Although his voice was light, it hit Li Yan's heart like a hammer.

Li Yan sighed. He knew Lu Ran's character. Once he made a decision, he would not look back. He was silent for a moment, and then slowly said, "This is just a game of power. Your Majesty has already given Prince Xiang a chance because of Princess Ronghua's marriage."

When Lu Ran heard this, a gleam in his eyes flashed: "Princess Ronghua! How long has she been away from Shangjing? Has she not arrived in Southern Xinjiang yet?" His voice was full of anticipation and nervousness.

Li Yan looked at Lu Ran's nervous expression and couldn't help but feel a little alert: "What do you want to do?" There was a hint of severity in his tone.

Lu Ran took a deep breath and looked at Li Yan firmly: "If Princess Ronghua knew that Prince Xiang was framed to death, would she still be willing to marry the King of Southern Xinjiang?" His voice was full of expectation and determination.

Li Yan shook his head repeatedly: "Lu Ran, you are playing with fire and getting burned. As a friend, I advise you not to interfere in this matter anymore." There was a hint of helplessness and worry in his tone.

However, Lu Ran remained unmoved. He grasped Li Yan's arm tightly and looked at him firmly: "Help me this time, I want to see the Queen." His voice was full of firmness and determination.

Li Yan's eyes widened: "Are you crazy? As imperial guards, it is disrespectful for us to ask to see the queen privately!"

Lu Ran's eyes were firm: "This time, you must help me."

He was silent for a moment, and finally nodded: "Okay, I'll try it."

The next morning, a faint fragrance filled the Chaoyun Palace. Zheng Xiyan sat in front of the dressing table, her face solemn, as if she was worried. Her eyes always drifted away inadvertently, as if she was missing something. Her delicate face was filled with some worry and uneasiness.

Seeing her like this, Biluo asked softly, "My queen, what are you thinking about?" Her voice was like a spring breeze, with a hint of tenderness and concern.

Zheng Xiyan came back to her senses and asked calmly, "How is Princess Xiang doing?" There was a hint of concern and worry in her voice.

"Your Majesty has ordered the closure of Lanyue Pavilion. Princess Xiang and the Crown Prince and Princess are not allowed to take a single step out." Shuang Ning answered from the side. Although her voice was soft, it struck Zheng Xiyan's heart like a heavy hammer.

Zheng Xiyan was silent for a moment. She knew Xiao Xuanchen's methods. Once the King of Xiang fell, the people in the King of Xiang's mansion would be doomed. This is what he did in his previous life.

Inside the palace, in the silence, there was a sudden sound of light footsteps. Biluo walked in lightly, and quietly came to Zheng Xiyan's side, leaning over and whispering in her ear: "Madam, Guard Li has sent a letter saying that Guard Lu has something urgent to ask for."

Zheng Xiyan raised her head slightly, a hint of doubt flashed in her eyes. She opened her red lips slightly, and her voice was as sweet as a spring: "Lu Ran? Isn't he recovering from his injuries?"

"Your Majesty, I'm not quite sure either." Biluo answered respectfully, with a hint of concern in her eyes.

Zheng Xiyan sighed softly, and an inexplicable worry surged in her heart. Lu Ran asked to see her at this time, so there must be something important. She pondered for a moment and decided to meet him in person.

"Biluo, go and make arrangements for Guard Lu to come to Chaoyun Palace to see me." Zheng Xiyan ordered.

"Yes, your majesty." Biluo took the order and left, leaving Zheng Xiyan to think alone.

Soon, there was a sound of hurried footsteps outside the Chaoyun Palace. Lu Ran, supported by two young eunuchs, slowly walked in. His face was as pale as paper, and beads of sweat oozed from his forehead, and it was obvious that he was seriously injured.

Zheng Xiyan's heart tightened when she saw this. She quickly stood up, walked down the steps, came to Lu Ran, and said softly: "Guard Lu, how is your injury? Stop being so polite."

Lu Ran struggled to salute, but was held by Zheng Xiyan. He looked at Zheng Xiyan gratefully and said, "Thank you for your concern, Queen. I came here this time because I have something important to tell you."

Zheng Xiyan nodded and signaled the palace maids to leave. Biluo understood and led everyone out of the hall, leaving only her and Lu Ran.

Zheng Xiyan looked at Lu Ran and asked in a serious tone, "Your injury hasn't healed yet, why are you so anxious to see me?"

Lu Ran took a deep breath, endured the pain in his left shoulder, and said, "Your Majesty, there is something I don't understand, and I would like to ask you for advice."

"You say." Zheng Xiyan looked at him, a hint of curiosity in her eyes.

"Does your Majesty really believe that it was Prince Xiang who ordered the assassination of Your Majesty?" There was a hint of urgency in Lu Ran's voice.

Zheng Xiyan was silent for a moment, then shook her head gently: "Whether I believe it or not, what does it matter? Now that His Majesty believes it, what can I do?"

A trace of disappointment flashed across Lu Ran's eyes, but he quickly adjusted his mood and continued, "Your Majesty, I don't believe that the Queen is smart enough to see that this is a trick. Your Majesty has obviously fallen into the trap."

Zheng Xiyan frowned, and she looked at Lu Ran, with an inexplicable emotion in her heart. She took a deep breath and asked, "What do you want to say?"

Lu Ran took a deep breath, as if he had made up his mind: "Your Majesty! King Xiang has made great contributions to Daliang, and Princess Ronghua is now on her way to Southern Xinjiang. If the news of King Xiang's death spreads to Southern Xinjiang, do you think Princess Ronghua will still be willing to marry the King of Southern Xinjiang? If Princess Ronghua is heartbroken, what will be the consequences? Have you ever thought about it?"

Zheng Xiyan's heart was shaken when she heard this. She looked at Lu Ran's determined eyes, took a deep breath, and said slowly: "Guard Lu, I understand what you mean. I will consider it carefully."

After hearing this, Lu Ran's eyes flashed with relief. "The Queen is wise."

Zheng Xiyan asked, "Why do you want to help the King of Xiang? You are His Majesty's man. How could you not know that His Majesty is wary of the King of Xiang?"

"Because the prince of Xiang has made contributions to Daliang, because the prince of Xiang was wronged, and because the prince of Xiang will help the queen get what you want." Yes