After resolving the Queen's issue, Liu Mengli and Xuanyuan Jue have been busy rebuilding the country, but have ignored potential new threats. After Yun Ji moved into the palace, she attracted the emperor's attention because of her beauty.

One evening, the sky was tinged with a light orange-red. Xuanyuan Jue and Liu Mengli were discussing the next steps for reform when a palace attendant hurried over to report: "Miss Liu, Master Xuanyuan, the Emperor invites you!"

The two looked at each other, and then went to the imperial study together.

In the imperial study, the emperor sat on the dragon throne with a frown on his face. He raised his head and said with a firm look: "Now that you are here, please take a seat."

Liu Mengli and Xuanyuan Jue bowed and saluted. After they sat down, the emperor said in a deep voice: "I have something to tell you. Yun Ji... I plan to make her Yun Fei."

The two were startled when they heard this. Liu Mengli spoke first: "Your Majesty, Sister Yunji has just recovered from her illness and needs to rest. Is it possible..."

The emperor waved his hand to interrupt: "I understand what you mean, but Yun Ji's beauty and talent have impressed me. She is not only a meritorious official of the country, but also a treasure in my heart."

Xuanyuan Jue frowned: "Your Majesty, Yun Ji is a simple person and not someone who is greedy for power. I'm afraid this move will be difficult for her to accept."

The emperor sighed softly: "That is why I hope she can enter the palace and become my good wife. I will wait patiently for her consent."

Liu Mengli nodded helplessly: "In this case, I hope your majesty will take good care of Sister Yunji. Master Xuanyuan and I will naturally support you."

After the two left, Liu Mengli was worried: "Brother Jue, Sister Yunji has always disliked officialdom struggles. If she is involved in the palace turmoil, I am afraid she will not be able to protect herself."

Xuanyuan Jue comforted her, "Don't worry, Mengli. The emperor really likes Yun Ji, and he won't let her get hurt. What we need to focus on is how to stabilize the country and prevent similar incidents like the queen from happening again."

A few days later, the emperor personally came to Yun Ji's residence. He looked at her tenderly and said, "Yun Ji, since the first time I saw you, I felt that you were different. Now I hope you can stay by my side and become my Yun Fei."

Yun Ji looked at him quietly, and after a while she slowly said, "Your Majesty, I am just an ordinary person. I just want a quiet life and don't want to get involved in palace disputes."

The emperor's eyes were firm: "I understand your intentions, but you saved me in times of danger. Now that the country is being rebuilt, your help is very important. I promise to give you a safe place to stay."

Yun Ji lowered her eyes, her mind full of thoughts. After a moment, she finally nodded: "I am willing to do my best for the country and the people, but if one day things go against my wishes, please forgive me and let me retire to the mountains and forests."

The emperor held her hand with relief: "I promise you."

A few months later, Yun Ji was officially named Yun Fei and moved into Jingxin Garden deep in the palace. Her arrival added a touch of softness to the entire palace. Liu Mengli and Xuanyuan Jue continued to go out to suppress the rebellious forces and stabilize the national situation.

Liu Mengli had been worried about Yun Ji's situation in the palace, so she decided to find a chance to talk to her alone. One evening, she came to Jingxin Garden alone.

"Sister Yun Ji, I have something to tell you." Liu Mengli knocked on the door gently.

Yun Ji opened the door and saw that it was her. She smiled and invited her in: "Sister Mengli, what's the matter?"

After Liu Mengli sat down, she said bluntly: "Sister, are you really willing to stay in the palace? Life here is completely different from the outside world, and competition is everywhere."

Yun Ji sighed softly: "I know, but this is His Majesty's wish. He needs me, and I can't bear to refuse."

Liu Mengli urged anxiously, "But, sister, the people here are treacherous. Can you really handle it? What if..."

Before he could finish his words, Yun Ji interrupted him coldly: "Meng Li, do you think I'm a weak person? Although I don't like fighting, I won't be bullied easily. Since I promised His Majesty, I won't back down easily."

Liu Mengli's expression was complicated, and her tone was even more urgent: "Sister, that's not what I meant! I'm just afraid that you'll get hurt, and that you'll be taken advantage of."

Yun Ji frowned slightly, and her voice turned cold: "Meng Li, I know you mean well, but this is my choice, please respect my decision."

Just as the two were at a stalemate, Jiang Yanwan suddenly pushed the door open. Seeing the two sisters' gloomy faces and the tense atmosphere, she hurriedly stepped forward and asked, "What happened? What's wrong with you?"

Liu Mengli and Yun Ji turned to look at her at the same time, their tone filled with excitement.

"You have nothing to do here!" Liu Mengli said anxiously.

"Yes, Doctor Jiang, please get out quickly!" Yun Ji's voice was also trembling a little.

Jiang Yanwan was at a loss for a moment and could only stand there in a daze. At this moment, Liu Mengli accidentally used too much force and her arm swept Yun Ji's shoulder. Yun Ji was caught off guard and took a step back, and Jiang Yanwan was also pushed. When Yun Ji realized it, it was too late. She saw Jiang Yanwan lose balance and fall to the ground, hitting her head on the corner of the table with a dull sound.

"Ah!" Jiang Yanwan screamed in pain, covering her forehead with her hands, tears streaming down her face.

Liu Mengli and Yun Ji exclaimed in unison: "Doctor Jiang!"

The two of them hurriedly squatted down to check Jiang Yanwan's injuries, anxiously concerned.

"I'm sorry, I'm sorry, it's all my fault!" Liu Mengli's eyes were red and she was so anxious that she didn't know what to do.

Yun Ji also looked guilty: "Doctor Jiang, I'm sorry, I didn't mean it."

Jiang Yanwan endured the pain and managed a smile: "I'm fine, please stop arguing, okay?"

Liu Mengli and Yun Ji looked at each other, their eyes full of apology and regret. Only then did they realize how irrational their impulse just now was.

"Okay, let's stop arguing." Liu Mengli said in a low voice.

"Yes, we sisters shouldn't have these disputes." Yun Ji also sighed.

At this moment, both of them had very complicated feelings. On the one hand, they felt sorry for Jiang Yanwan, and on the other hand, they realized that their actions had hurt each other.

Jiang Yanwan covered her forehead and took a breath: "Then... let's talk about it. Is there any problem that can't be solved?"

Liu Mengli nodded: "Yes, sister, we should sit down and have a good talk."

Yun Ji also smiled: "That's right, Mengli, no matter what difficulties we encounter, we are a family and we will definitely find a way."

Liu Mengli and Yun Ji helped Jiang Yanwan bandage the wound on her forehead and let her rest for a while before leaving Jingxin Garden. When she returned to her palace, it was already late, and Jiang Yanwan was still walking around restlessly. At this time, A Yan ran over.

"Mother, what's wrong with you? Why do you look so worried?" A Yan raised his face, his eyes full of concern.

Jiang Yanwan forced a smile, squatted down and touched her son's head: "It's okay, Ayan, mother is just a little tired."

"Be careful, mother!" Ah Yan hurriedly supported her, then took out a piece of paper from his sleeve: "This is good news! I have been selected to participate in the autumn hunt!"

Jiang Yanwan was stunned. She took the paper and took a look at it. She said in surprise: "Really? That's great, Ayan! You are awesome!" Her inner joy finally showed on her little face.

"Mom, can we go together?" Ah Yan looked at her eagerly, "I really want to go autumn hunting with you."

Jiang Yanwan nodded with relief: "Okay, mother will go with you. We need to prepare well and make this autumn hunt particularly meaningful."

A few days later, the autumn hunting day arrived as scheduled. The royal hunting ground was picturesque, and the golden grassland looked particularly spectacular under the autumn sun. When Jiang Yanwan and A Yan arrived, they found that the entire hunting ground had been arranged in an orderly manner, with various tents scattered around.

"Mom, look over there, there are so many people!" A Yan said excitedly, pointing to the tent in front.

Jiang Yanwan smiled and nodded: "Yes, everyone is here for the autumn hunt. Let's go and take a look."

The two walked forward slowly, and suddenly heard a familiar laugh. Looking back, they saw Liu Mengli and Yun Ji walking towards them.

"Miss Jiang, Ayan, you are here too." Liu Mengli smiled gently.

"Yes." Jiang Yanwan was in a good mood and waved at them.

Ah Yan beside him excitedly pulled Yun Ji's hand and said, "Aunt Yun Ji, do you want to join us in the autumn hunt?"

Yun Ji smiled and nodded: "Yes, auntie will spend this wonderful day with you."

Everyone walked towards the big tent in the center with laughter and joy, where many nobles and officials had gathered. The emperor was speaking on the high platform, announcing the start of the autumn hunt.

"Everyone, please enjoy the autumn hunt. This is our tradition and a time for everyone to demonstrate their bravery and wisdom," the emperor said in high spirits.

At this moment, Jiang Yanwan suddenly saw a familiar figure, it was Concubine De, but her face was haggard and her eyes were dull. Jiang Yanwan's heart tightened and she decided to go forward and say hello.

"Empress Defei, do you still remember me? I am Jiang Yanwan."

When Concubine De raised her head and recognized Jiang Yanwan, a glimmer of light flashed in her eyes, but soon dimmed again: "Miss Yanwan, long time no see."

Jiang Yanwan looked at her distressedly: "Madam, what's wrong with you? Your face..."

De Fei sighed and said in a low voice: "Ever since my child fell into the pond and died, I have been bedridden. I feel empty inside and can no longer find the meaning of life."

Hearing this, Jiang Yanwan's heart was broken. She held Defei's hand tightly and tried to convey her comfort: "Your Majesty, please accept my condolences. Although the child is gone, we still have to live strong, for him and for ourselves."

Jiang Yanwan never imagined that the child who was so lively before would die in an accident so soon.

And in this harem, who dares to say that these accidents are 100% accidents?

But Jiang Yanwan didn’t say it. She couldn’t hurt the heart of a woman who had lost her child again.

After bidding farewell to Concubine De, Jiang Yanwan ran into a familiar figure, it was Wu Junyao. He was dressed in riding clothes, looking heroic and dashing, with a bit of unrestrained and carefreeness that was not seen in ordinary days.

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