Rebirth of Her Royal Highness the Princess

"Your Majesty, Your Majesty, you have not yet heard your son call you father." Liangpin cried out.

"Liangpin, stop making noise and disturbing the emperor's rest." The queen scolded angrily.

"Empress...Empress, I just want the Emperor to take another look at our child." Concubine Liang burst into tears.

The queen's eyes flashed with displeasure, but she quickly regained her composure. She said softly, "Liangpin, if you really want the best for the child, you shouldn't be making a scene here."

After hearing what the Queen said, Concubine Liang subsided a little from crying, but she still looked at the Emperor's body unwillingly.

At this time, a palace maid hurried over and whispered something in the queen's ear. The queen's face changed slightly, and she turned to Liangpin and said, "The queen mother wants you to see her. Liangpin should go and see her first."

Liangpin had no choice but to follow the maid to the Queen Mother's palace. The Queen looked at Liangpin's back as she left, deep in thought.

"The Queen Mother is awake? Why didn't she come to see me first after she woke up?!" The Queen's eyes widened, her eyes full of anger and dissatisfaction. She originally thought that she would be the first person to be summoned, but the fact made her feel disappointed and angry.

"Your Majesty, the Queen Mother has invited the only princes and princesses to Shoukang Palace." The maid answered cautiously. She knew that the Queen was very emotional at the moment and she did not dare to anger her easily.

"The prince is there too?" the queen asked sharply, seeming very surprised by the news.

"Yes." The maid lowered her head and answered softly.

The queen clenched her fists tightly and said through gritted teeth: "Okay, they have become so powerful that they don't even take me, their mother, seriously." She turned around and sat on the chair. After thinking for a moment, she said: "Go and find out why the queen mother summoned them." The maid took the order and left in a hurry.

The queen became increasingly irritated. She felt her position was threatened, and she summoned Danqing into her bedroom.

"Danqing, can you come and keep me company?" The queen's voice was low, revealing a hint of fatigue and uneasiness.

"Your Majesty, there are too many people in the palace now and they are full of gossips." Danqing said hesitantly.

"Danqing, what are you afraid of? Now that the emperor has passed away, who can take care of me?" The queen's tone was somewhat dissatisfied.

"My queen, don't..." Danqing hesitated to speak.

"The Emperor left without giving me a child." The Queen suddenly became excited, tears flashing in her eyes, "What's the point of me being the Queen!"

Danqing was silent for a moment, then said softly, "Your Majesty, please don't be too sad. Although the emperor has left, you still need to cheer up to maintain the stability of the harem."

After hearing this, the Queen calmed down a little and nodded slightly: "I understand, but I just can't let it go for the time being."

Danqing looked at the queen and sighed softly. She knew the queen's loneliness and helplessness, but she couldn't change the reality. She could only accompany the queen silently, hoping that she could gradually get out of the haze.

A few days later, the funeral was over and the new emperor was about to ascend the throne, with many things to be done.

——The court

The day the new emperor ascended the throne was a sunny day. Outside the Jinluan Palace, the ministers stood in the same posture, wearing court robes and wearing jade pendants of different colors according to their different status. Although the weather was hot and their legs were numb, no one dared to move.

Finally, an old man in purple appeared in front of the Jinluan Palace and read out the late emperor's will, passing the throne to the crown prince Hua Chenlang. After Chenlang ascended the throne, he immediately issued an imperial decree to reduce taxes for three years, and the whole country celebrated.

The title was changed to Shengwu.

Crown Princess Zhao Wanru, gentle and virtuous, talented and beautiful, good at playing the guzheng, was canonized as the queen, given the name "Hui", and lived in Changchun Palace;

The Crown Prince's concubine, Liu, was gentle in nature, good at calligraphy and painting, and was given the title of Concubine Jing, and lived in Yongshou Palace.

The eldest son, Hua Yu, was raised by the empress herself and lived in a side hall of Changchun Palace;

The eldest daughter, Hua Lerou, was raised by Concubine Jing and lived in a side hall of Yongshou Palace.

Empress Dowager Liu was honored as Grand Empress Dowager and continued to reside in Shoukang Palace, with the title Grand Empress Dowager Chongqing.

Her biological mother, Empress Shen, was honored as the Empress Dowager, lived in the Cining Palace, and was given the title "Empress Dowager Xiaoxian."

After Hua Chenlang ascended the throne, he showed his outstanding ability in governing the country. He was not only diligent in government affairs, but also good at listening to the opinions of ministers, which made the country gradually prosperous.

——Emperor Shengwu.

"Queen, is Yu'er obedient?" asked the emperor.

"Your Majesty, Yu'er is very obedient and learns quickly," the Queen replied.

Empress Dowager Shen smiled and nodded, "That's great. The emperor is very busy, so he should pay more attention to his health."

Hua Chenlang thanked the Queen Mother for her concern and then talked about the border war. "The northern barbarians have repeatedly invaded the border recently. I have decided to send a brave general to guard the border."

Empress Dowager Shen looked at the emperor worriedly, "When war breaks out, the people will suffer. Your Majesty must carefully select generals to ensure the stability of the border."

Hua Chenlang answered confidently, "I have a suitable candidate in mind, and I will not let the people suffer from war."

A few days later, the imperial court announced the candidate for the Border Guard General, which caused an uproar in the court and the country. This person was not from a famous family, but a young general who "came from a poor family". However, he had made many military achievements and won the hearts of the soldiers.

Princess Qingping also took a liking to this young general who "came from a poor background".

No one knew his background. He was the nephew of the cabinet minister, Xiao Yi, and also the former staff member of King Xuan.

After receiving the appointment, Xiao Yi immediately began to prepare for the expedition. He had a deep understanding of the border situation and formulated a careful strategic plan. However, just as he was about to set off, an accident occurred.

At this moment, a report came from outside: "Princess Qingping has arrived!"

As soon as the voice fell, a heroic woman strode in. She was dressed in red, with a gorgeous face and noble temperament. She was the Princess of Qingping, Xue Ning.

Seeing Xue Ning, Xiao Yi quickly stood up and saluted: "Greetings, Princess."

Xue Ning waved his hand to signal him to excuse himself, then walked to the table and sat down. He looked at Xiao Yi and asked, "I heard you are going to the border?"

Xiao Yi nodded and said, "Yes, Princess."

Xue Ning's eyes lit up and she said, "This princess wants to go too."

Xiao Yi's face changed, and he quickly shook his head and said, "No, Princess. This is too dangerous."

Xue Ning said firmly, "I'm not afraid of danger."

Xiao Yi frowned and advised: "Princess, you are now a princess and no longer the commander of the Xue family army. Moreover, the troops going out this time are all men, and it is really inconvenient for you as a woman."

Xue Ning sneered and said, "Humph, who said women can't fight? I led the Xue family army to the battlefield back then."

Xiao Yi sighed helplessly and said, "Princess, this is a different time. Now your Xue family has no military power and is just a descendant of the Hou family."

Xue Ning was silent for a moment, a trace of loneliness flashed in his eyes, but he soon regained his determination and said: "Even if I am not the commander-in-chief of the Xue family army, I am also a member of the Xue family. My grandfather died on the battlefield, and I must avenge him."

Xiao Yi knew Xue Ning's temper and knew that no matter how much he tried to persuade her, it would be useless, so he had to agree: "Okay, since the princess is so determined, I will arrange everything to protect her safety."

Xue Ning nodded with satisfaction and said, "That's good. By the way, I'll take my sword with me." As she spoke, she drew a sharp sword from her waist and swung it lightly. The sword energy overflowed, which was terrifying.

Xiao Yi couldn't help but sigh: "The princess's swordsmanship is really amazing."

Xue Ning smiled proudly and said, "Of course, I have been practicing sword since I was a child."

Xiao Yi secretly groaned in his heart. Although this princess was a martial arts expert, she was stubborn. Once she made a decision, nothing could change it. I'm afraid this expedition would not be so smooth.