Accidentally dressed as an empress

Chapter 274 Yunxiu Returns to the Palace

The afterglow of the setting sun sprinkled blood-like on the official road leading to Lingyun City. In the billowing smoke and dust, Zhong Lu led the 500 garrison troops under his command, marching in neat steps and with upright postures, following closely behind Yunxiu.

Their armor gleamed with a cold light in the afterglow, and a murderous atmosphere permeated the team.

Xu Ling was riding on a horse, witnessing this magnificent battle, and his heart couldn't help but surge with emotion.

There was a hint of worry in her eyes, her brows unconsciously frowned, and her gaze was fixed on Yunxiu who was walking at the front of the team.

From the moment the eldest prince decided to take Zhong Yi, the little prince, and the garrison troops back to Lingyun City, Xu Ling had a vague feeling that she seemed to have been deceived. The eldest prince's excuses were all false, and she was clearly prepared.

Thinking back to Yunxiu's past style of doing things, Xu Ling could only smile bitterly. This was the difference between His Highness and His Majesty. She and the other ministers had to adapt as soon as possible.

The carriage moved slowly along the winding official road, its wheels rolling over the ground, making a rhythmic "gurgling" sound.

The interior of the carriage was decorated extremely elegantly, with soft brocade cushions spread on the seats and exquisite curtains hanging around, swaying gently with the movement of the carriage.

Warm sunlight streamed in through the gaps in the car windows, forming golden beams of light in the car, and dust particles danced lightly in the beams of light.

Yunxiu and Zhong Yi sat side by side in the carriage, while little Lingling was lying peacefully in a small cradle beside them, breathing evenly and sleeping soundly.

Zhong Yi leaned his body slightly, naturally leaning on Yun Xiu's shoulder. His eyes were gentle and a little lazy. The corners of his mouth lifted slightly, revealing a faint smile. He said softly, "My wife still likes to act like this."

Yunxiu turned her head and her eyes fell on Zhong Yi's face, her eyes full of doting.

She gently raised her hand, smoothed a strand of hair from Zhong Yi's forehead, and replied with a smile: "Ayi is the one who performed well. All the ministers were moved."

After hearing Yunxiu's words, Zhong Yi sat up straighter, glared at Yunxiu in mock anger, and said, "How am I acting? I'm being sincere."

Yunxiu couldn't help but chuckle at Zhong Yi's feigned anger. She stretched out her arms, gently put her arm around Zhong Yi's shoulders, and pulled him closer to her. She said, "Okay, okay, I was wrong about Ah Yi."

The two looked at each other and smiled.

After a while, Yunxiu looked out the window into the distance, a hint of emotion in her eyes. She said softly, "We're going back to Lingyun City. When I left Lingyun City, I didn't think we'd be able to go back so soon."

Recalling the days when she left Lingyun City, her future was uncertain. She was worried that she could not give Zhong Yi an ideal life, a stable and happy future, and that Zhong Yi would suffer because of following her.

Zhong Yi followed Yunxiu's gaze and a complicated expression appeared on his face.

Zhong Yi sighed slightly and said, "Yes, things are unpredictable. However, it's better to go back. After all, Lingyun City is the capital and the center of power. Your Highness."

Yunxiu held Zhong Yi's hand tightly. "I returned to Lingyun City not for the Yun Kingdom, not to succeed the position of Crown Princess, but only for you. I want Ayi to be able to fully display her talents."

Zhong Yi chuckled, "A Xiu always tells lies and sweet words to deceive people."

Yunxiu hugged Zhong Yi tightly. "You touched my heart. This is not a lie. Ah Yi, if I become the king of Yun Kingdom one day, you will be the queen. I want to perform the heavenly sacrifice ceremony with you, the emperor and the queen together."

Not the Emperor's husband, but the Empress. Zhong Yi's eyes were shaken, "A Xiu... only you understand me the best."

The system interrupted with a sly comment, "It's okay if you don't understand. Lin Hong's previous experience is a lesson for you."

Ever since Zhong Yi recalled his past life, something had been wrong with their relationship. Zhong Yi briefly shared a few fragments with her, but after a few words, he stopped talking and refused to mention it again, his eyes revealing resistance.

After that, Zhong Yi always slept with the child and deliberately kept a distance from her.

Whenever Yunxiu wanted to get close to him, he always found various excuses to avoid her.

Yunxiu looked at him, she was worried that he had something on his mind.

After all, Zhong Yi had once been the ruler of the Yun Kingdom, at the pinnacle of power. But now, he was confined to a remote border town, guarding a small prefectural residence, managing trivial logistical matters and taking care of his children all day. How could he not feel resentment at this huge disparity?

She would give him everything she could.

Yunxiu kissed him harder and harder.

The two kissed and clung to each other again. Zhong Yi pushed her away. They were already an old couple, but Ah Xiu was still so clingy.

The carriage continued to move forward slowly. The child turned over in the cradle, with the corners of his mouth slightly raised, as if he was having a sweet dream.

Finally, the group arrived at Lingyun City.

The tall and majestic city gate looked solemn and majestic in the afterglow of the setting sun. The guards on the city wall showed surprise on their faces when they saw Yunxiu returning.

Xu Ling stepped out of the carriage, holding the pass, and said, "Your Highness, return to the city. Open the gates!"

The city gate slowly opened, and the noisy sounds of the city came like a tide.

Yunxiu rode on a tall horse with an upright posture. As soon as she entered the city, she led the garrison towards the palace without hesitation.

People on both sides of the street cast curious glances, whispered to each other and talked about it.

But Yunxiu turned a deaf ear to it. She had only one goal in her mind - the palace.

Soon, she arrived at the majestic gate of the palace.

The guards at the door looked panicked when they saw this sudden situation.

Yun Xiu raised her head slightly, took a deep breath, and then took a sudden step forward. Her voice echoed like a bell in front of the palace gate: "I am the eldest princess of the Yun Kingdom! Today, I do not want to start a war and increase casualties! We are all garrison troops, and we all protect the peace of the Yun Kingdom and the well-being of the people. Now, I have returned to take charge of the overall situation to make the Yun Kingdom more prosperous. It is wise to lay down your weapons and submit to me now! Do not resist in vain!"

After hearing Yunxiu's words, the guards at the palace gate looked at each other. After a brief silence, one of the guards was the first to let go of the weapon in his hand. With a "clang", the weapon fell to the ground with a crisp sound.

After successfully entering the palace, the first thing Yunxiu did was to carry out a drastic overhaul of the palace guards.

Yun Xiu said to Zhong Lu behind him, "Order the garrison to disperse quickly and firmly control all important strongholds inside and outside the palace!"

After receiving the order, Zhong Lu immediately turned around and conveyed Yunxiu's order to the garrison troops behind him.

The garrison troops were well-trained, their movements swift and orderly. They spread out like a tide, rushing towards every corner of the palace.

Soon, key locations such as the palace gates, palace entrances, and important passages were occupied by the garrison troops.

The guards who were on duty had no idea what was about to happen. When they saw the garrison rushing towards them like wolves and tigers, their faces were filled with astonishment.

Before they could understand what was happening, they were surrounded by Yunxiu's men.

The garrison troops held weapons in hand, their eyes cold and intimidating. Under such strong pressure, the original guards had no choice but to lay down their weapons and surrender.

At the same time, Yunxiu issued another order. She told the servants around her to move all her belongings into Jinghe Hall.

The servants did not dare to delay for a moment and immediately took action, busily moving various items.

As time went on, everything got back on track. After a period of chaos, the palace gradually quieted down.

The garrison troops have firmly controlled every corner of the palace, and the original guards have been put under centralized custody.

Yunxiu stood at the door of Jinghe Hall, looking at everything in front of her, and secretly breathed a sigh of relief.