mperor Beichen Han was still present, and the smell of gunpowder in the Zhaoyang Hall had reached a point where it would explode with just a spark.From the moment he entered Zhao Yang Hall, Han Qing's...He Fei's body, already cold and lifeless, was laid out before the crowd.

After learning that Yingtian Academy was safe, Han Qing led his men to gather all the students who had been poisoned and infected, to prevent a second outbreak.

"What's going on"

"Oh my god, someone's dead!"

Ignoring Han Qing, Yun An'an walked to Gao Lin's side.

These students' bodies are now completely free of toxins and will not reoccur.

"Lady Yi, are you alright"

Gao Lin observed the clouds carefully up and down. After making sure they were safe, he finally breathed a sigh of relief.

"The Regent King was originally going to come, but I managed to persuade him to stay in the palace."

Matters in the palace are more important and not much weaker than those of the Yingtian Academy.

Empress Dowager Han Ying was assassinated and seriously injured. Bei Chen Han and Bei Chen Yi were searching for the murderer in the palace. When they heard about the situation at Yingtian Academy, the Regent said he would come no matter what.

He kept assuring Bei Chen Yi of Yun An An's trustworthiness, which allowed the king to remain in the palace and prevent any unforeseen accidents from happening.

"The Empress was wounded"

At least thirty master martial artists from the Imperial Palace surrounded Empress Dowager Cixi. Each of them possessed unparalleled martial arts skills.

Able to break through the ranks of skilled fighters and injure Han Ying, this person's martial arts skills have reached a state of divine mastery.

Then how is he here

Yun An'an glanced at Han Qing standing behind her. He was her cousin, and since her own aunt had been injured and wasn't in the palace, she came to Lang Tian Academy for what reason

"How would I know Oh my, isn't this He Daren's young master How did he come to hang himself"

"It wasn't suicide, it was a scapegoat left behind by someone afraid of getting caught."

Feng Mu slightly raised her phoenix eyes, Yun An'an looked around, and everyone's expressions were the same.

Who conspired with He Fei to orchestrate this incident

"Scapegoat"

"Well."

She briefly told Gao Lin about what had happened, and Yun An asserted that someone was deliberately causing chaos at Yingtian Academy.

Today in the palace, the Empress Dowager was assassinated. Two things happened on the same day... Could there be a connection

"Where is Li Ruolan"

Li Ruolan was nowhere to be seen in the crowd, Yun Anan's beautiful eyebrows furrowed.

After the Poetry Gathering, Master Li had been recuperating at home and hadn't come to class.

It's a good thing that Mr. Li didn't come, otherwise he would have been frightened terribly if he had seen this.

People chatted one after another, each caring deeply about Li Ruolan, afraid she would get blown by the wind or drenched by the rain.

Gao Lin ordered someone to carry He Fei's body away. As he left, he also told Yun An'an not to worry about the palace side.

It was Han Qing instead.

Han Qing still held the forged letter He Fei had made, and quickly took a few steps to catch up with Yun An'an.

"An An."

"Big brother, I'm not familiar with you."

Maintain a safe distance from Han Qing.

Yunan An hung her eyes slightly, looking at him.

"Get to the point, I have to get back to teaching at class D."

"Stop pretending to be a scholar, just go back and be the princess you are."

Han Qing persuaded Yun An'an to resign, saying that being the princess of Yi was safer than staying at Yingtian Academy.

Hearing Han Qing's words, Yun Anan held his shoulders with both hands, a hint of amusement in her phoenix eyes.

"Han Qing, don't tell me you're involved in the affairs of Yingtian Academy"

But I don't understand, if you really have something to do with the incident at Yingtian Academy, what is your reason

Everything is an assumption, and she just said it casually.

Ke Hanqing's words and facial expressions left people quite puzzled.

Regardless of whether this has anything to do with me, considering our past friendship, promise me to be your Yi Wangfei peacefully. Don't get involved in other matters anymore.

At this point, he had said everything he wanted to say. Now it was up to Yun An'an to decide what to do next.

Turning to leave, Han Qing and the soldiers departed from Yingtian Academy.

At this moment, You Changyuan, with his hands behind his back, walked over to Yun An'an from a distance. Beneath his white eyebrows, a pair of gloomy eyes looked at Han Qing's departing figure.

"Master Yun, may I ask what General Han meant by those words Could today's events truly be related to him"

"Irrelevant."

If there was any doubt just now, it is now confirmed that this matter has nothing to do with Han Qing.

But…

"Han Qing knew who was behind it."

That's why I said those nonsensical things to her.

"Dean."

"What's the matter"

Remember to pay.

……

Night, shrouding the heavens and earth.

By the time I got back to Yiwu Mansion, it was evening, and Beichen Yi hadn't returned yet.

Remembering the words Gao Pangpang had said during the day, Yun Annan couldn't help but worry.

But she knew she couldn't enter the palace, otherwise she would have to treat the empress dowager's wounds, and that would be a hassle.

What you think, comes to you. What you fear, comes to you.

The Imperial Grandmother's golden eunuch drove to the Duke of Yi's Mansion and, upon seeing Yun An'an, knelt on the ground directly, crying and wiping his tears.

The things I know are too heavy to bear, and those who don't know would think that Mr. Jin's father had died again.

"Your Highness, everyone knows of your exceptional medical skills. Please, I beg you, accompany this old servant to the palace."

Grandfather Jin held onto Yun'an's leg tightly, refusing to let go, no matter how hard Qingfeng pulled.

"Grandfather Jin... you know, I'm just a teacher, my medical skills are limited, I can't compare to the Imperial Physicians in the palace."

No matter what Jin Gonggong says, Yun Annan will not waver.

She absolutely wouldn't enter the palace. Out of sight, out of mind; less trouble is better than more, and none at all is best.

"The Empress Dowager is seriously injured, and all the imperial physicians are helpless. Now, this old slave can only hope that the noble and compassionate Princess, renowned for her medical skills and dedication to saving lives, will come to our aid. Please, hurry and enter the palace with this old slave."

The carriage is ready. As soon as Yun'an nods in agreement, it will head straight to the Empress Dowager's palace.

Hello there!

This old geezer still wants to use morality and medical ethics to blackmail her.

Sorry.

As long as I don't have morals, morality can't bind me.

"Grand Duke Jin, you've overdone it. This princess is powerless to help. Perhaps Grand Duke Jin should seek another expert."

Yun An'an discovered that this old furball was also a master. No matter how hard she struggled, she couldn't break free from Jīn Gōnggong's grasp.

It seems this guy is determined not to get up.

At this time, another carriage stopped in front of the gate of Yi Wangfu.

The visitor is not someone else, but it is Mr. Jiang, the Minister of Rites, and Princess Rong.

Princess Rong held the baby in her arms and walked quickly to Yun An'an.

"Your Highness, this palace knows about the relationship between your mother and you, but I still ask Your Highness to lend a hand."

For her mother's life, Beichen Rongrong also couldn't care about royal dignity, kneeling before Yun An'an with her child in her arms.

Bei Chen Rongrong's kneeling brought Yun An'an quite a bit of trouble.

"Your Highness, please don't do this. You are a princess of the kingdom, a member of the royal family... Kneeling to me Isn't that wishing for my death"

Bei Chen Rongrong remained kneeling. Jiang Shusheng, seeing this, also knelt down.

"Your Highness, I understand. But the situation is urgent now. Please put aside past grievances and focus on saving people."

"Your Majesty, the Queen Dowager, this old slave bows to you. Please, I beg of you, save the Empress Dowager."

Looking at the three people kneeling before her, Yun An'an let out a long sigh.

Mr. Lao went on vacation at this very moment.

"Rise up, then. I will go."

Yun'an An, Beichen Rongrong, and Jiang Shangshu boarded the carriage. Jin Gonggong was in charge of driving.

The car sped past, leaving a trail of sparks and streaks of light; it was almost flying. Qingfeng, riding on horseback behind, could barely keep up.

Upon arriving at the palace, Beichen Han and Beichen Yi stood outside the main hall. A group of imperial physicians knelt inside, their faces ashen.

The Princess Consort has arrived.

Jin Gonggong let out a loud shout, and Bei Chenhan loosened his clenched fist slightly.

Following behind Master Jin, the group entered the main hall.

"An'er."

"Uncle, are you alright"

Beichen Yi took a step forward and embraced Yun An'an into his arms.

Held in his arms, Yun An'an lifted her eyes and looked at Bei Chen Yi, who was finally at peace.

"My beloved Imperial Concubine, please take a look at the Empress Dowager quickly."

Now is not the time for lovey-dovey talk, the Empress is still lying in bed.

"Uncle, let me see the Empress Dowager first."

"As your husband, I will stay by your side."

On the bed, Han Ying, who was suffering from excessive blood loss, was in and out of consciousness. Even so, Feng Yi's majesty remained undiminished.

"Mother, your son has come. Your son has brought the child to see you."

Beichen Rongrong snuggled in Jiang Yan's arms and cried, her tears wrenching at one's heart.

“Rong'er is here, let me have a good look at her.”

"Go away, everyone except Your Majesty and Prince Yi. Have the imperial physician prepare what I'll need."

Yunan An arrived and with pen and paper, she wrote down the needed medicinal herbs, needles, and other supplies.

Beichen Han then ordered everyone to leave the hall.

At this time, only Han Ying, who was critically ill in bed, Beichen Khan, the monarch of Beichen Nation, Bei Chen Yi, the regent, and Yun An an remained in the main hall.

Kneeling beside Han Ying, Yun An'an used silver needles to seal several major acupoints on her body.

"Beichen is cold."

Calling out the three words "Bei Chenhan" in public, Yun Anan's silver needles spun lightly in her hand.

"You have two choices: choose to save your mother, or choose your throne."

As soon as the silver needle in her hand is pulled out, there will be no more Han Ying in this world.

But this choice is left to Beichenhan to make.

Inside the hall, an eerie silence hung in the air, so profound that even the sound of each other's breaths was audible.

I don't know how long it took, maybe a fleeting moment or perhaps a hundred years, but Beichen Han finally spoke.

"I only have one mother, and the Northern Star Kingdom has only one Empress Dowager. Princess Yi, don't disappoint me."

As soon as he finished speaking, Beichenhan left the hall.

"Uncle, which one do you choose"

"Whatever An'er chooses, I will choose as well."

"Uncle doesn't fear the Empress Dowager once things settle down and she comes looking for trouble with us, right"

All events of that year originated from the Empress Dowager.

It can be said that Han Ying used all means to control the government, causing Bei Chen Yi's mother to die and forcing him to leave his birthplace, Kyoto, and go to the dangerous frontier.

If she were Beichen Yi, she would surely seize this rare opportunity to eliminate Han Ying's life.

"If a man is present, kill one when he comes; kill two when two come."

"Moo~ I like your arrogance."

A radiant smile appeared on her lips, Yun An'an gave Beichen Yi a thumbs up.

Han Ying deserves to die, but now is not the best time for her to die.

"Uncle, please ask the imperial kitchen to make some red sugar ginger water. My period is coming."

"My husband is cooking personally."

"You can't, Uncle please, don't do anything rash…"

In the main hall, Yun An'an treated Han Ying.

Due to excessive blood loss, coupled with the pain and double stimulation of medication, Han Ying fluctuated between waking up and falling unconscious.

"If it hurts, just shout out. Don't hold it in, there are only you and me in the hall."

All the basic wounds were treated, and the toxins in the fatal wounds had been cleared. Yun An'an was sewing up Han Ying's wound.

"I underestimated you."

Han Ying's voice was weak and trembling, her eyes wandering as she looked at Yun An An. She appeared ordinary, just like an old woman from a common household.

"The Empress Dowager laughed. 'I'm just a woman doctor,' she said, 'the one who truly holds your fate is Your Majesty.'"

"You're quite clever, knowing to take off Beichen Yi."

A hint of a smile played on Han Ying's lips as she lay in bed, allowing Yun An'an to fuss over her wounds.

"The Emperor has heard the conversation between Han'er and Beichen Yi. He never expected that the two of them did not eliminate him."

"Taking advantage of someone when they're down That's not me. My uncle is a generous man, he wouldn't stoop to such petty tactics. As for your son... you heard what he said."

The last stitch perfectly closed the wound. Yun Annan held a white cloth, winding it around Han Ying's abdomen circle by circle.

To be honest, I really dislike Bei Chen Han. He's arrogant and selfish, always smiling like a fox, ready to kill my uncle anytime, anywhere.

But in this matter, Beichen Han showed the demeanor of a son, it's a pity that the Empress Dowager only treated Beichen Han as a puppet.

The most heartless are those in imperial families.

Don't look at Beichen Han as if he is a high and mighty emperor, his childhood wasn't nearly as good as Beichen Yi's.

According to Old Wang Ye, Han Ying had never given Beichen Han a smile and often punished him.

"Yun'an'an, I have a question for you. Answer me truthfully."

"Just say it, I know everything and will tell you everything."

Yun'an was curious what Han Ying would ask her.

"Do you think women are capable of becoming emperors and ruling the world"

Why not

Wu Zetian is a good example.

And among the seven states, there were also examples of women emperors.

"Do you not find such speech strange, out of step with propriety and beyond the understanding of ordinary people"

Han Ying looked at Yun An'an, whose expression was so natural as if she wasn't surprised at all by her words that went against social norms. Instead... She was as indifferent as if they were just chatting about everyday things.

"In what era are we living in Rules and regulations are gradually perfected through practice, not by adhering to rigid conventions and outdated practices."

"Your Majesty, speaking plainly, I think you're afraid your descendants wouldn't be able to protect the empire that you and Emperor Xin worked so hard for."

"If I were your age, I would want nothing more than peace and quiet, and I wouldn't want to deal with all those trivial matters."

Yun'an said, and Han Ying laughed. The sounds of the old and the young echoed in the hall.

"Let's just call it quits."

"Yes, Empress Dowager."

"This remark was directed at the hidden masters, " Yun An'an raised her eyebrows slightly and shrugged helplessly.

"Well, has the Empress been intimidated by me Has she abandoned her plan to have me killed"

"Han'er and Beichen Yi should thank you. If it weren't for you, they would probably have been buried with me."

When Yun An'an stepped into the main hall, she immediately sensed a hidden killing intent.

She absolutely believed that as long as Beichen Han nodded in agreement to end Han Ying's life, the hidden masters would immediately release poisoned arrows from their crossbows, taking everyone with them.

It's okay, Beichenhan still has a bit of humanity, and Han Ying didn't make things too extreme either.

Damn it, the mother and son are playing mind games, almost getting her involved.

"Your Majesty, we can play around and pretend, but the payment of gold remains unchanged." tingle.At first, they only thought that the rumors circulating in the streets were fabrications and treated them as gossip.Now, they truly believe that Han Qing has rekindled his old feelings for Yun...