Chapter 121: Everyone Praises Li Ruolan

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Empress Dowager, Han Ying.

In the Kingdom of Beichen, there lived a woman who was both brave and intelligent.

Once, together with the late Emperor, we repelled the Three Kingdoms' united army and protected the North Star Country's foundation for a thousand years.

When it comes to Empress Dowager, the people of Beichen Nation unanimously raise their thumbs and shower praise on this heroic woman.

On the path leading to Kunning Palace, Zhao Gonggong walked in front.

"The Empress Dowager said, 'When you arrive at Kunning Palace, it will be just like your own home. Princess Yi, please don't be stiff. The Empress Dowager summoned you to the palace this time simply to reminisce old times.'"

Catching up

Yun An'an chuckled softly in her heart.

If it's just reminiscing, that's fine.

She didn't quite understand the Empress's position.

Although the emperor is Empress Dowager Han Ying's biological son, she has been in control of the government for many years and only recently returned power to Bei Chenhan.

And although Old Fox Han died at the hands of Bei Chen Yi, ultimately this matter is inseparable from Bei Chen Han.

Old Wangye also once told her some things about government affairs.

Beichen's foreign relative, Qi Qian, has held power for a long time. There have been female emperors in the history of the Seven Kingdoms. Since the previous emperor's death, everyone knows Han Ying's intentions.

"Princess Yi, Princess Yi"

Having arrived at the entrance to Kunning Palace, Zhao Gonggong pushed open the doors and motioned for Yun'an'an to enter. The Empress Dowager was waiting inside.

"The Empress Dowager has not been feeling well recently, so when you speak to Her Majesty, please be careful and avoid causing any offense."

With a single voice, the eunuch announced Yun'an's name.

Yunan followed the palace maid into Kunning Palace. Not far away, she saw a woman in plain clothes, with a plump figure, watering flowers.

The woman possessed both a noble and spirited air between her brows. When she saw Yun An'an, the sternness in her eyes softened into a kind smile.

"The arrival of the Princess Consort is truly timely. I have planted flowers that are now in bloom, come and have a look."

The Empress Dowager Han Ying beckoned to Yun An'an, motioning for her to come closer and look at the flowers she had planted.

"I, your humble servant, pay my respects to the Empress Dowager."

Yun'an bowed respectfully.

Before her stood the most powerful woman in Beichen Kingdom, yet she dressed simply, indistinguishable from an ordinary neighbor's wife.

"Don't be so stiff, I invited you here today just to chat and for me to get checked out."

Han Ying stepped forward, took Yun'an's hand, and sat down.

"Here, bring tea and refreshments for the Princess Consort Yi."

"Yes, Empress Dowager."

The maids flowed in, carrying refreshments and placing them on the tea table before Yun An'an.

"Pretty, no wonder she's Qin Shuang's daughter. She's beautiful. It's no wonder that Bei Chen Yi is bewitched by you."

"The Empress Dowager's praise is overwhelming. Compared to the Empress Dowager, I am insignificant."

Yun'an's words made the Empress laugh out loud.

"As an aging woman, how can I compare to you all Come, try the snacks from Kunning Palace. They can't be found anywhere else."

"Thank Empress Dowager."

Taking a piece of pastry, Yun Anan took a bite. The soft and sweet taste was just right, indeed very good.

"Your Majesty, I see your face is a little pale. Have you been having headaches lately"

Yun An'an didn't know why Han Yingxuan had summoned her to the palace. The two of them had nothing to do with each other, and she was suddenly asked to come to the palace from Yantian Academy, which was truly puzzling.

"If Your Majesty trusts this concubine, she can take a look at your illness."

"Well then, that's good. The Empress has a chronic headache and many medicines haven't helped."

Laying on the noble concubine's couch, the Empress Dowager extended her hand to allow Yun'an to take her pulse.

Yun An'an opened her eyes after a moment, her two fingers resting on Han Ying's pulse.

"May the divine bless Beichen, Empress Dowager. I hope your body is well, and that your headaches are caused by missing the late Emperor."

"Oh, when I think of my late Emperor, my heart aches. If the Emperor hadn't passed away so soon, I wouldn't have to toil like this."

Once the topic was brought up, the Empress Dowager and Yun Anan reminisced about the late Emperor.

Speaking of how the couple overcame the enemy army, they also talked about some amusing anecdotes from when Beichen Han and Beichen Yi were young.

"Haha, really Did the young prince have bedwetting accidents"

"I can't fool you anymore, can I I remember it clearly. Back then, when Bei Chen Yi was about seven years old and Bei Chen Han four, the two brothers hid in the corner trembling all night long."

When the Empress Dowager spoke of happiness, Yun Anan also laughed until her flower branches trembled with delight.

Although it may seem like they're talking about embarrassing stories, they are actually talking about the reason why Beichen Yi and Beichen Han almost died that year.

The culprit behind everything was the seemingly kind woman standing before her.

Years have left their mark on Han Ying's face, adding a touch of softness.

Such people are often the most frightening, able to maintain their position as Empress in the cruel palace struggles and hold power for so many years after the previous emperor's death. This shows just how terrifying Han Ying is.

"Your Highness, the Princess Consort."

"Your Majesty, I am here."

"I've also heard about Yun Fei Fei's matter. All the things that happened on your wedding day were done by that vicious woman, making Han Qing misunderstand you."

As they chatted, the Empress steered the conversation towards Han Qingyun's delicate and graceful demeanor.

"This Empress has watched Han Qing grow up, knowing his temperament and feelings. Rest assured, Your Highness, this Empress will definitely punish Yun Fei Fei severely."

"Thank you, Empress Dowager. However, I have long since stopped caring. As long as my consort and I live happily together, let the past be in the past."

Yun'an an said she was obedient, seemingly truly wanting to forget the past hurt and only wanted to live a happy and fulfilling life with Beichen Yi.

The Empress Dowager stared at Yun'an for a long while, then reached out and gently patted her shoulder.

"If Beichen Yi had a wife like you, I would be happy for him."

As they were speaking, the eunuch's voice called out again.

"Your Majesty has arrived."

The Regent has arrived.

Two figures strode into the Kunning Palace.

Seeing that Yun An'an was fine, Bei Chen Yi's tightly held breath finally relaxed.

"Look, Your Majesty and I were just speaking about you, and here you are."

"My Lord."

The smile in her eyes was gentle, and Yun Anan rose to walk towards Beichen Yi. Her lips moved slightly, signaling that she was fine and there was no need to worry.

"Look at how precious you are. This Imperial Consort only borrowed the Princess Consort of Yi to have a look at her illness, could she possibly eat her"

From beginning to end, the Empress Dowager smiled and watched the three people in Kunning Palace.

"Well, this empress is tired. The three of you may retire now."

Without even a word of farewell, the Empress left Kunning Palace. Only Bei Chen Han, Bei Chen Yi, and Yun An An remained standing in the cold hall.

On the path leading out of the palace, Yun An'an's small hand was tightly held in Beichen Yi's large hand.

"Uncle, are you afraid"

Noticing a cold sweat in her palm, Yun Anan frowned.

What kind of person is Beichen Yi He is the regent of Beichen Kingdom, a man who dares to face the emperor head-on. Who else in the world could he look down upon

At this moment, she truly felt the fear in his eyes.

Suddenly, Bei Chen Yi stopped his steps and held Yun An An in his embrace, so tightly.

"As a husband, I'm worried something might happen to you. It's my fault for being negligent."

It's okay, it's okay. An'er is safe and sound.

Holding the woman in his arms, Beichen Yi gently pressed his jaw against her long hair, inhaling the familiar scent, and finally felt a sense of peace settle over his heart.

"I'm fine, I'm good."

With both hands on Beichen Yi's waist, across his clothes, Yun An'an clearly heard the frantic beating of his heart.

A warm feeling filled my heart.

"Go home, it's getting late."

OK, let's go home.

The man gently stroked the woman's long hair between her brows, softly guiding it behind her ear. He then took the woman's hand and led her away from the palace.

The two figures disappeared at the end of the palace path.

In the distance, Beichenhan stood on the building, his hands clasped behind his back, watching the two figures disappear. His clenched fists tightened even further.

"Your Majesty, it's cold. The wind is strong on the upper floor of the pavilion."

Li Gonggong's gaze followed Beichen Han's line of sight.

Since Yun An'an appeared, many things have deviated from the original variables.

Whether it's Han Qing or the Regent King, now that the Empress Dowager has summoned Yun An'an into the palace again, is her purpose merely to see a doctor

It's naturally impossible.

Li Quan, you say that the Empress Dowager summoned Yun'an to the palace. What is her purpose

"To Your Majesty, this old slave dares not speculate on the Empress Dowager's thoughts. However, with seven kingdoms in turmoil and Yun An holding the "Art of Domination" scroll..."

Halfway through his words, Li Gonggong stepped forward and draped a cloak over Beichen Han's shoulders.

"Your Majesty, the wind has picked up."

"Yes, the wind has picked up, it reaches all seven countries."

……

On the other side, Bei Chen Yiyun rode in a carriage back to Yiwangfu.

Far away, Li Ruolan and her maid Xiaoqin were waiting at the gate of the prince's mansion. Upon seeing Beichen Yi get out of the carriage, Xiaoqin walked forward with a food box, only to see Yun An'an as well.

"My Lord, this pastry was made by our young mistress this morning. It's your favorite."

The former lord loved to eat the pastries made by her family's young lady when he was in office. She believed that after the lord took a bite of the pastry made by the young lady's own hands, he would surely remember all the beautiful moments they had shared before.

"Thank you, Xiaoqin, but the prince only eats food prepared by his wife. We will take care of these pastries."

Qingfeng stepped forward first and took the food box from Xiaoqin's hand.

"This was made by the young lady for the lord, not for you."

Xia Qin clutched the lunchbox tightly, her brow furrowed as she tried to pry it away from Qing Feng's grasp.

"My lord, my lady."

Li Ruolan took dainty steps forward and bowed to the two people.

"Is there anything wrong, Miss Ruolan"

Whether it's called being stingy or jealous, it doesn't matter.

She didn't like Li Ruolan very much.

She's good at seeing through people. Li Rulan's true nature is hidden beneath the surface of her gentle and approachable demeanor.

"Greetings to the King and Queen, my lady merely passed by on this road today. In the future... I shall ask for your continued kindness, Your Majesty."

Li Ruolan smiled shyly, innocent and harmless. Her smile disarmed everyone, making them feel at ease.

"Care and attention, how do you explain it"

"My daughter got a job at Yingtian Academy, replacing Master Min as the teacher for the top class. My daughter... she's not very familiar with this place yet, so please, Your Highness, take good care of her."

Ah, so that's it. She heard from Qingfeng that Li Ruolan is a talented woman.

"As colleagues, we should look after each other. It's getting late, Ruolan, why don't you stay and have a quick meal with us"

"Thank you, Your Highness. I have prepared dinner and will not disturb you any further."

Once more, Li Ruolan bowed deeply towards Bei Chen Yi and Yun An An before leading the sullen Xiao Qin onto a carriage and disappearing from everyone's sight.

"Is this a declaration of war"

Raising an eyebrow, Yun An'an held onto Li Ruolan and her servant's shoulders with both hands, smiling at them as they walked away.

To teach at the top class of Yingtian Academy, and also to stop by Yiwang's Mansion on the way.

Such a childish and low-brow display of arrogance is not something Li Ruolan would do.

Hehehe~

"Uncle, your orchid sister is not simple."

"Is An'er jealous"

"You're being jealous. I'm just stating facts, Li Rulan is no good."f "cruel and inhumane" actions.But now, she's not afraid of anything.She's pulling on Beichen Yi's hair again, and pinching his waist. She does all sorts of reckless and dangerous things without fear....