Rebirth of Her Royal Highness the Princess

"Go find a Taoist priest secretly. It is said among the people that a real dragon will be born in my place." Concubine Jing ordered the maid with a cold gaze, and her tone revealed a hint of determination and ambition.

"Yes, I'll take my leave." The maid replied cautiously, then slowly left the room.

Concubine Jing sat there quietly, her eyes flickering, thinking to herself: as long as this news spreads among the people and attracts people's attention and discussion, then her plan can be implemented smoothly.

She believed that in such an atmosphere, the emperor would definitely take action, and she would have the opportunity to achieve her goals.

However, she didn't know that behind this seemingly perfect plan were huge risks and uncertainties. If the baby in her belly turned out to be a princess, she would face serious consequences and might even lose everything.

But at this moment, Concubine Jing was so overwhelmed by power and desire that she had no time to care about these potential dangers. She only wanted to seize this rare opportunity to change her destiny.

Overnight, the entire capital was rumored to have a real dragon appear in the northwest corner of the palace. The news spread quickly and soon reached the palace.

In the court, a group of ministers knelt on the ground, each with a solemn look on their face, especially Si Tianjian, who was sweating profusely.

"Your Majesty, this... this is a rumor!" Si Tianjian said with certainty.

"Oh?" The emperor looked at the people kneeling below with an expressionless face, "Then why is there such a rumor?"

"Your Majesty, I don't know either." Si Tianjian wiped the sweat off his forehead, but he secretly complained in his heart. How could he know why these ordinary people suddenly spread such rumors?

"I would like to hear what this so-called real dragon is all about." The emperor's voice was still calm, but it made people feel an invisible pressure.

"Your Majesty, as far as I know, the legend of the real dragon is a superstitious belief circulated among the people. They believe that if any abnormal phenomenon occurs in a corner of the palace, it indicates that a real dragon emperor will be born there. And the real dragon in the rumor this time is pointing to the palace in the northwest corner." Si Tianjian explained carefully.

"Oh? Then which concubine's residence is in the northwest corner?" asked the emperor.

"Your Majesty, the northwest corner is Concubine Jing's Yongshou Palace." The eunuch at the side replied hurriedly.

"I see." The emperor nodded, a barely perceptible light flashing in his eyes.

"Your Majesty, this is just a rumor, please don't believe it." Si Tianjian said quickly.

"I naturally won't believe such nonsense. However, since it has spread all over the city, let's send someone to investigate. See if there is really anything unusual in the northwest corner." The emperor ordered.

"Yes, Your Majesty!" all the ministers responded in unison.

Then, the emperor waved his hand and signaled everyone to leave. After everyone left, the emperor sat alone on the dragon throne, lost in thought.

True Dragon Son of Heaven? Humph, he naturally didn't believe in such superstitious sayings. But if someone deliberately made up such rumors, he had to be careful. After all, the struggle in the palace was always cruel and ruthless. Thinking of this, the emperor's eyes became sharper.

"Your Majesty, word has spread among the people that Concubine Jing's Yongshou Palace is the location where the true dragon emperor will be born." The queen's maid said anxiously.

"Haha, what a delusion." The queen sneered and a hint of disdain flashed in her eyes.

"Go and call the eldest prince." The queen spoke calmly, but her eyes revealed firmness and decisiveness.

"Yes." The maid responded and turned to leave.

After a while, the eldest prince Hua Yu came to the queen's bedroom. He looked at the queen with doubts in his eyes: "Mother, you call me son."

"Yu'er, you are two and a half years old now. Can you live independently now?" The queen looked at Hua Yu tenderly, her eyes full of maternal love.

"Mother, don't you want your son anymore?" When Hua Yu heard this, tears welled up in his eyes and he asked aggrievedly.

"Nonsense, how could mother not want Yu'er." The Queen quickly held Hua Yu in her arms, gently patted his back and comforted him, "It's just that Yu'er has grown up and should learn to live independently."

"Then why should Yu'er live alone?" Hua Yu was still a little confused and hugged the queen's neck tightly.

"Yu'er is the eldest son, so he should set a good example. From now on, your brothers will have to leave their mother and live independently." The queen explained patiently, "This is the only way to cultivate your independence and sense of responsibility."

"Do you know? Yu'er." The queen looked at Hua Yu seriously, hoping that he could understand her good intentions.

"Okay, Yu'er understands. Yu'er will definitely be a good brother." Hua Yu nodded obediently. He understood the Queen's expectations and was determined to set a good example.

"Then mother, please choose an address for me to live in." Hua Yu looked at the queen and said expectantly.

The queen smiled and nodded: "Okay." Then she turned to look at the nanny beside her and asked: "Mammy, which palaces are still unoccupied?"

A maid stepped forward and replied, "Your Highness, the prince has a special residence for him."

The queen thought for a moment and asked, "What about the prince's residence?" She knew that although the prince's residence was a residence specially prepared for the princes, it could sometimes be too crowded and noisy.

After thinking for a moment, the nanny replied, "Your Majesty, there are still several palaces that are vacant, such as the Purple Palace and the Jingyang Palace."

The queen nodded slightly and pondered in her heart. These palaces have their own characteristics, and she needs to think carefully before making a decision.

"The Purple Palace is closer to your majesty's bedroom, making it convenient for your majesty to keep an eye on the eldest prince's growth at any time. And the Jingyang Palace is relatively quiet, suitable for the eldest prince to concentrate on his studies." The nanny further explained.

After thinking for a while, the queen finally decided, "Then let's choose Jingyang Palace. The environment there is quiet and peaceful, which is conducive to Yu'er's study."

"Thank you, mother! I like Jingyang Palace very much." Hua Yu smiled happily.

After deciding on the palace to live in, the queen began to make arrangements and layout. She selected the best furniture and decorations, striving to create a comfortable and warm living environment for Hua Yu.

Soon after, Hua Yu moved into Jingyang Palace. He began his independent life here, studied hard, and grew into an excellent prince.

Hua Yu studied at ease in Jingyang Palace, reading and practicing calligraphy every day, and also learned the way of governing the country from the Grand Tutor. He was talented and made rapid progress, and the Queen was delighted to see it.

As time goes by, the two children born to Lu Qingqing are growing up slowly.

That day, Lu Qingqing sat beside the cradle, looking at her two children, with a happy smile on her face. Her personal maid stood by and couldn't help but praise: "Your Majesty, the second prince looks so much like the emperor."

Hearing this, Lu Qingqing smiled slightly, turned to look at the palace maid beside her, and asked, "Then who do you think the second princess looks like?"

The maid carefully examined the little princess in the cradle and replied with a smile: "The second princess naturally looks like you, madam."

Lu Qingqing was very happy when she heard this. She gently stroked her daughter's delicate cheek, her eyes full of tenderness and love.