Entering the palace, Du Yu met the emperor. The emperor was radiant and his eyes were sharp. He asked Du Yu about his swordsmanship, poetry and other talents and praised him highly.

"Yu'er, I heard that you are both talented in civil and military affairs. I want to let you serve as my personal bodyguard. What do you think?" The emperor asked with a smile.

Du Yu was very excited, knowing that this was the emperor's trust and an opportunity for him to fulfill his duties for the country. He knelt down and replied: "Your Majesty, I am willing to serve the royal family and defend the country to the death!"

The emperor nodded with satisfaction and ordered Du Yu to be placed in the palace to serve as his personal guard.

The emperor showed a pleased smile on his face, and he patted Du Yu's shoulder gently: "Okay, Yu'er, I believe you can handle this important task. From today on, you will be my personal bodyguard."

Du Yu knelt down excitedly and thanked the emperor for his gift.

Stepping into the mansion, Du Yu immediately began to pack his luggage. He knew clearly in his heart that this time he would bid farewell to his familiar home and step into the secret garden of the palace, a place full of twists and turns. During this silent packing, Du Yu could not help but reminisce about the past, with endless nostalgia surging in his heart.

He stepped lightly into the living room of Du Yunsheng and Jiang Shaohan, his expression full of concern and reluctance.

"Father, Mother, my child will soon enter the palace and serve as a guard. I wonder if you two can rest assured?" Du Yu asked in a sincere voice with a hint of uneasiness in his words.

Du Yunsheng gently stroked Du Yu's shoulder, his eyes flashing with endless pride and relief: "Yu'er, you have been smart since childhood, and you always put your country first. We are naturally relieved. Go and show your talent."

Du Yunsheng's words were like a spring breeze blowing through Du Yu's heart, bringing a gentle smile to his face. However, a trace of uneasiness still passed through his heart. He knew that life in the palace was not as peaceful and leisurely as in the mansion, but for the glory of his family, he had to stand up and face the challenge.

"Yu'er, after entering the palace, you must remember your noble status. Don't argue with others easily. Learn to be humble and patient." Jiang Shaohan sat aside and warned earnestly.

Du Yu nodded solemnly and responded with a firm look: "Father, please rest assured, I understand."

At this moment, the housekeeper of the mansion hurried in and reported solemnly: "Crown Princess, Crown Prince, the envoy from the palace has come to visit and said that there is something important to discuss."

Du Yunsheng and Jiang Shaohan looked at each other, both of them showing some confusion. They knew very well that the sudden visit of the palace envoy must have an urgent mission behind it.

"Yu'er, please wait here. We will go to meet the palace envoy right away." Jiang Shaohan said calmly, then stood up and walked out the door.

Du Yunsheng followed closely behind, while Du Yu watched them leave, a sense of inexplicable worry welling up in his heart.

A moment later, Jiang Shaohan and Du Yunsheng returned hand in hand, followed by an official in gorgeous brocade robes.

"Prince, Princess, my name is Li Guodong, and I am the commander of the palace guards. I have come here on the orders of the Emperor to invite Prince Du Yu to enter the palace." Li Guodong bowed, his tone revealing great respect.

As Li Guodong's words gradually faded into the air, Du Yu quickly stood up, straightened his clothes, and walked steadily to the crowd. He showed a humble look on his face and bowed deeply to Commander Li: "Commander Li, Yu'er is ready. Please follow me into the palace and fulfill our mission together."

Li Guodong nodded in agreement, then turned to the Crown Prince's Consort Jiang Shaohan and Crown Prince Du Yunsheng beside him and whispered, "Consort, Crown Prince, Du Yu is ready to go. We will set off immediately to the palace."

As the palace gate slowly closed, the group rode in a gorgeous carriage and drove along the winding palace road towards the mysterious and solemn palace. Du Yu's heart was filled with ripples. Although he didn't know what kind of storms he would encounter on the road ahead, he knew that retreat was not what he wanted.

The carriage stopped abruptly in front of the majestic gate of the imperial palace. Li Guodong got off first and turned to Du Yu and said gently, "Du Yu, follow me."

Du Yu followed closely behind him, walking along the wide palace road until they arrived in front of a magnificent palace. Outside the palace gate, two palace maids in gorgeous brocade robes stood solemnly. When they saw Commander Li, they immediately saluted respectfully.

"Commander Li." The two palace maids said in unison.

Li Guodong nodded in response and whispered a few words in Du Yu's ear. Du Yu nodded attentively, then followed the palace maid into the palace.

Deep in the palace, a middle-aged emperor in a dragon robe sat on the throne with deep eyes and a serious expression.

"Du Yu." The emperor's voice was deep and full of unquestionable majesty.

Du Yu knelt down and bowed: "Yu'er pays respect to the emperor."

The emperor nodded, revealing a bit of expectation in his words: "You are the son of my Great Wei, the descendant of the Du family. I summoned you today because your mother, Du Yunsheng, resolutely sacrificed herself for the safety of Western Wei. Now she is imprisoned. Do you have any good plan to save her?"

Du Yu was shocked. Although he didn't know what had happened to his mother, he knew in his heart that it was his duty.

"Yuer, what's your plan?" the emperor asked.

Du Yu pondered for a moment, and said firmly: "Your Majesty, although Yu'er is young, he is willing to do his best to find the antidote and save his mother from danger."

The emperor frowned slightly, then relaxed: "Okay, since you are determined, I will give you a sword. This is my personal treasure. If you can find the antidote, this sword will be yours."

Du Yu took the sword and swore in his heart that he would live up to the trust and save his mother from the danger.

"Du Yu, please step down. I trust you." The emperor waved his hand, and Du Yu stood up and walked out of the palace with confidence in his heart.

After returning home, Du Yu immediately summoned famous doctors and alchemy masters in the mansion to discuss a plan to save his mother. During this process, he humbly asked for advice and collected clues everywhere.

One day, Du Yu found an ancient scroll in the study room of the mansion, which recorded a rare herb that was said to be able to cure Du Yunsheng's illness. He was overjoyed and told everyone about his discovery, and everyone set out to look for the herb.

After several months of hard searching, Du Yu finally found this rare herb and mastered the secret recipe for making an antidote. He handed the herb to the alchemist in the mansion, waiting for the antidote to be made.

While anxiously waiting, Du Yu often recalled his mother's gentle smile in the mansion, as well as the love and teachings she gave him. With gratitude and guilt intertwined, he vowed to protect his mother and the family's honor with his own strength.

Finally, the antidote was successfully made. Du Yu returned to the palace with the antidote and presented it to the emperor. The emperor took the antidote, pondered for a moment, and praised: "Yu'er, did you really find the antidote?"

Du Yu answered firmly: "Yes, Your Majesty, Yu'er has found the antidote."

The emperor gave the antidote to Du Yunsheng, who gradually recovered after taking it. The emperor admired Du Yu's courage and wisdom, and bestowed the title of "Loyal and Brave Marquis" on him and promoted him to the rank of Right General.

Du Yu returned home and told his family the good news. Du Yunsheng burst into tears, knowing that her son had grown up and was capable of shouldering the family's responsibilities. Jiang Shaohan's eyes were full of pride: "Yu'er, you have achieved extraordinary things. Not only did you save your mother from danger, but you also protected the glory of the family."

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