Chapter 59
Although Japan's armaments and military power were nothing more than children's play in the eyes of Emperor Li Qingge and the court officials of Dayan, they did not take it seriously at all, but General Shi Shuyu never Dare to slack off even a little bit. He knows very well that in wars, victory or defeat is often determined by a single thought, and any slight negligence may lead to total loss.
Before the expedition, Emperor Li Qingge warned Shi Shuyu many times in the splendid palace: "Japanese people, they talk about small etiquette on the surface, they look elegant, but they lack righteousness in their bones. They believe in it fanatically Bushido, the worship of the emperor has reached the point of blindness. You must do everything possible and must not be underestimated." Li Qingge's voice was calm and firm, and there was an unquestionable majesty in her eyes. Shi Shuyu listened respectfully, secretly memorizing every word of the emperor.
Li Qingge was dressed in a gorgeous dragon robe and a golden crown, and his brows revealed a calm and authoritative temperament. Although she is a woman, she has a stronger will and determination than a man. Under her governance, the Great Yan Dynasty grew stronger and stronger, and the navy reached an unprecedented scale.
Although the Dayan Navy was sure of victory, Shi Shuyu also knew that the Japanese were not easy to deal with. They may fight back like trapped animals and resort to extreme measures. Therefore, he decided to send Korean soldiers as a vanguard to explore the reality of Japan.
In order to show their loyalty to the sovereign state, the Goryeo soldiers all moved forward bravely and fought hard with the Japanese warriors. On the sea, there are flashes of swords and shadows, and rivers of blood flow. The Korean people's hatred for Japan is deep in their bones. I remember that when the Japanese pirates invaded the Central Plains, they also caused great harm to Korea, burning, killing, looting, and committing all kinds of evil. This expedition to Japan was not only to show loyalty to Dayan, but also to avenge the country's hatred and family feud.
The troops from both sides fought until the sky was dark and the sea was stained red with blood. The Japanese warriors are all strong and strong in martial arts. They fanatically believe in bushido and will risk their lives for the glory of the emperor. The Goryeo soldiers were not to be outdone. They resisted bravely and launched a desperate struggle with the Japanese warriors.
Seeing that Dayan and Goryeo were joining forces to attack, the Japanese side did not say anything and directly let the Goryeo soldiers see what "biting like a mad dog" means. The two sides fought desperately, and the scene was horrific. General Tokugawa Ieki stood on the high command platform, looking at the tragic situation below, feeling shocked and angry. He was still wondering why the Great Yan Dynasty suddenly became angry with him and took action without even asking.
He hurriedly sent people to find out the reason. After investigation, it turned out that the samurai under him were greedy for profit and intercepted Dayan's merchant ship. When the Tokugawa family heard this, they broke into a cold sweat and said through gritted teeth: "I heard that the founder of Great Yan was a female hero who was ten times braver and more ruthless than men. She also loved to fight. What is there in this world? You can't rob things, but you want to rob the merchant ship under her rule. Isn't this asking for death? "
A big name under his command hurriedly said He came up with an idea: "General, let's hand over the person who robbed the ship and pay ten times the value of the goods. Maybe we can calm down the anger of Da Yan." Tokugawa Jiaqi shook his head and sighed: "Ten times is not enough. Ah, even if it’s a hundred times or a thousand times, Dayan may not accept it. This time, I’m afraid it won’t be solved that easily.”
The daimyo was anxious: "You'll know if you try it! You can't just sit and wait for death, right?" Tokugawa Iaqi had no choice but to rub his forehead and nodded in agreement. He knew that now he could only treat a dead horse as a live doctor.
So Japan sent eloquent envoys to negotiate, intending to pay compensation and seek peace. The envoy was dressed in gorgeous clothes, holding a scepter, and kept talking about peace. However, General Shi Shuyu knew that Emperor Li Qingge wanted to destroy Japan, so he did not accept this at all. He glanced at the envoy coldly and chopped him off his horse with one sword.
This sword cut off Japan's path to peace, and also cut off the last glimmer of hope in Tokugawa Jiaqi's heart. He looked at the envoy lying in a pool of blood, and felt an indescribable sadness and indignation in his heart. He knew that this war was inevitable.
The battle between Goryeo soldiers and Japanese samurai came to an end soon. Although Goryeo resisted bravely, they were ultimately defeated and suffered heavy casualties. General Shi Shuyu gained a deeper understanding of Japan's reality through watching the battle. He saw the madness and bravery of those warriors, and also knew their weaknesses and flaws.
Although the strength of the Dayan Navy far exceeds that of Japan, if they really decide to fight to the death, they can also cause a lot of damage to the Dayan Army. Therefore, when Uncle Shi met General, he did not act rashly. He lined up the battleships, filled the ship's sides with artillery, and aimed them at various ports in Japan.
Those ports are the economic lifeline of Japan! One shot can destroy them accurately. When the Japanese saw the Korean soldiers retreating, and Dayan's black battleship turning its guns at their own port, they were frightened to death. They knew that once those cannons were fired, their homes would be reduced to ashes.
Those fanatics who believed in Bushido boarded the boats one after another, intending to ram into Dayan's battleship and die together. They chanted the Emperor's name, their eyes flashing with madness. However, General Shi Shuyu would not give them this opportunity. He coldly ordered: "Fire!"
With his order, the artillery on the Dayan battleship fired one after another. The shells streaked across the sky and landed accurately on the Japanese port. Suddenly, flames shot into the sky and smoke filled the air. Those ports were blown to pieces, and Japan's economic lifeline was completely destroyed.
The Japanese people watched their homes being destroyed, and their hearts were filled with despair and anger. They knew that this war was irreversible. General Tokugawa Ieki stood on the command podium, looking at the tragic situation below, feeling an indescribable sadness in his heart. He knew that his country was at the end of its rope.
In this war, Emperor Li Qingge did not personally fight. But she has been silently supporting General Shi Shuyu from behind. She constantly conveyed strategies and instructions to Shi Shuyu through secret messages and messengers. Her wisdom and courage became an important guarantee for Dayan Navy's victory.
When the war finally ended and Japan was completely conquered, Emperor Li Qingge stood on the high city wall and looked at the scene below. There was not much joy or excitement in her heart, but a faint sadness. She knew that although the war was won, it also came at a huge price. Countless lives were lost in the war, and countless families were broken in the war.
However, she also knew that this war was necessary. Only through war can Dayan's dignity and interests be safeguarded. Only through war can those enemies who dare to provoke Dayan know that Dayan's majesty cannot be violated.
She took a deep breath and then let it out slowly. There was firmness and determination in her eyes. She knows that the road ahead is still long, and there are still many challenges and difficulties waiting for her. But she also believes that as long as she has enough wisdom and courage, she will be able to overcome all difficulties and lead Dayan to a more glorious future.
Shengshi Huazhang
Seeing this scene, Shi Shuyu couldn't help but bloom a chrysanthemum-like smile on his wrinkled face, and burst out laughing, that smile It was full of pride and relief, as if he had seen the dawn of victory. His eyes were narrowed to a slit, and the corners of his mouth were raised, revealing teeth that were a little yellowed by time, but his smile was extremely bright, as if it could dispel all the gloom.
Each of Dayan's warships was made of selected iron materials and was carefully tempered by countless craftsmen before they took shape. They are resistant to acid and alkali, and are as strong as copper walls and iron walls, unable to move despite being blown by wind and waves. On the decks of these battleships stood tall and tall warriors of the Great Flame, wearing iron armor and holding spears. Their eyes were firm and cold, like a group of ruthless gods of war. It is completely different from the situation where the Titanic hit an iceberg and was destroyed. These battleships are like overlords on the sea, and no one can touch them.
Looking at the small boats rowed by Japanese warriors, they are just like ants compared to elephants, not on the same scale at all. Those small boats were swaying on the rough sea, as if they would be swallowed by the huge waves at any time. The Japanese warriors on the ship all looked horrified, their eyes full of despair and uneasiness, as if they had a premonition of their own fate.
Shi Shuyu pulled out his Fierce Blood Sword. The sword was blood red and seemed to contain infinite power. He shouted loudly: "Fire the cannon!" Before he finished speaking, hundreds of cannons fired in unison. The sound shook the sky and the earth, just like the anger of a thunder god, shaking people's hearts and souls to pieces. The shells flew toward the sea, and the water spray they exploded was higher than the mountains, as if they were about to overturn the entire sea. The Japanese boat was tossed about by huge waves, and the warriors fell into the sea like dumplings one by one. Their wailing and calls for help were intertwined to form a tragic symphony.
Before they could swim back to the shore with some water, the second round of artillery fire poured down like a torrential rain. It was airtight and did not even give them a chance to breathe. There was only one blast after another, and the warrior who was shot didn't even cry out in pain. He was already bloody and bloody, with no bones left. The sea surface was dyed red, and the port became a sea of fire. Broken ships floated on the sea, burning with blazing flames, as if they were going to swallow the entire world. Although it looked gorgeous like fireworks, the scene was horrific, and the air was filled with a strong smell of blood and burnt smell.
For the navy of Dayan and the soldiers of Goryeo, this artillery fire was like celebratory fireworks and a symbol of their victory. They cheered as if they had seen the dawn of victory. But for the Japanese warriors, this was simply a nightmare. Those fanatical guys were blown to pieces, and the timid ones were scared out of their wits. There were wailing sounds all over the ground. They ran away desperately, life and death hanging on a thin line, and the whole of Japan was shrouded in this terrifying atmosphere.
It didn't take long for the whole country of Japan to fall into panic. The peace of the past is gone forever, and nightmares hang over everyone's hearts like dark clouds. People panicked and fled in all directions, as if the end of the world had come. Their eyes were full of fear and despair, as if they had lost the courage and hope of life.
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In the distant Forbidden City, it is a good time to appreciate chrysanthemums. The sun casts mottled light and shadow through the clouds, adding a bit of warmth and peace to this ancient palace. After Li Qingge had lunch, he took a shower and changed clothes, getting ready to dress up and go enjoy the chrysanthemums. She was in a particularly happy mood, as if even the air was filled with the fragrance of chrysanthemums.
When Su Xiaomei walked in, she saw Li Qingge taking off his mask, revealing a face that would captivate a country. She traced her eyebrows carefully, each stroke revealing her concentration and meticulousness. Amelia Su was so surprised that her eyes widened, as if she had seen something incredible.
"Your Majesty, what are you doing?" Su Xiaomei asked curiously, with a hint of doubt and surprise in her voice.
Li Qingge took the eyebrow pencil, looked at the mirror and said with a smile: "Thrush, if you don't tidy yourself up, how can you be embarrassed to go out to meet people?" Her voice was clear and sweet, like the tinkling of spring water.
"But Your Majesty..." Su Xiaomei suddenly seemed to understand something, her eyes lit up, "Is Your Majesty... going to take off the mask?"
Li Qingge smiled like a flower. Brilliant, her eyes shone with firmness and confidence: "Great Yan is now prosperous and peaceful, and the people live and work in peace and contentment. My wish has been fulfilled. All the people are united. Me, this mask is of no use. From today on, I will face the world with my true face."
Su Xiaomei nodded and said with a smile: "It's long overdue, Your Majesty. It's such a pity that it's so beautiful that it's been hidden by a mask. Today, you must be the king of flowers when you see the chrysanthemums. You'd be ashamed to see the peonies!" Her voice was full of praise and admiration.
Li Qingge smiled and scolded: "Don't talk about being the most beautiful, I am not a woman competing for favor in the harem." Her tone was relaxed and cheerful, as if all the burdens had been lifted.
"Your Majesty, you said that a woman's beauty is not only to please men, but also to please herself." Su Xiaomei said seriously, "Appreciating one's own beauty in the mirror is also a refreshing thing!"< br>
“You are right!” Li Qingge agreed Nodding, her eyes shone with wisdom, "Women's beauty is diverse, and we should bravely show our beauty and confidence."
"Then please wait a moment, Your Majesty. "Amelia Su skillfully waved her hand and began to dress up Li Qingge carefully. She skillfully combed Li Qingge's long hair and put an exquisite beaded crown on her head. Then, she painted Li Qingge's eyebrows and applied makeup, making her look even more stunning and magnificent.
After finishing dressing up, Li Qingge stood in front of the mirror. She was wearing a gorgeous palace dress, a beaded crown on her head, her face was like a peach blossom, and her eyes were like stars. She smiled as if she could charm all living beings. She turned around and said to Su Xiaomei: "Let's go and enjoy the chrysanthemums."
The two walked out of the palace hand in hand and came to the imperial garden. At this time, the chrysanthemums are in full bloom, and the chrysanthemums in the garden are blooming one after another, competing for beauty. Some of them are in bud, and some are already in full bloom. Their colors are also diverse, including red, yellow, white, purple... like a colorful picture.
Li Qingge and Su Xiaomei walked among the flowers, admiring the chrysanthemums in the garden. Sometimes they stopped to watch, sometimes they talked softly, as if they were in a dreamlike world. The sun casts mottled light and shadow through the clouds, adding a bit of mystery and elegance to them. The breeze blows, and the fragrance of flowers comes to the nostrils, making people feel relaxed and happy.
“These chrysanthemums are so beautiful!” Li Qingge exclaimed, “They are not afraid of the severe cold and bloom proudly, which is really admirable.”
“Yes,” Su Xiaomei agreed, "Your Majesty is just like this chrysanthemum, beautiful and strong. You used your wisdom and courage to bring prosperity and peace to Dayan."
Li Qingge smiled slightly, her eyes shining with determination and confidence. of light. She knows that she still has a long way to go, but she is ready to face the world with her true face and meet the challenges and opportunities in the future.
Quiet Widow Makeup
The so-called pretty widow makeup refers to the beautiful woman who has just lost her husband and is eager to find a youthful partner. She does not care about the world's eyes and dresses herself up to be delicate and delicate, but also with a bit of elegance and refinement. This makeup, which contains both sadness and expectation, is truly a rare beauty in the world.
Li Qingge stood in front of the bronze mirror, holding the delicate makeup box lightly in his hand, and painted the pretty widow's makeup on his face bit by bit. Her eyes were deep, as if hiding endless sorrow and expectation, but they also shone with perseverance. Her skin was like jade, and this makeup made her look even more delicate. The red lips were slightly parted, revealing a hint of melancholy but a smile full of expectation.
After she put on the makeup, she looked in the mirror, and the corners of her mouth turned up unconsciously, giving her a sweet smile. In that smile, there was both the memory of the deceased husband and the longing for the future life. There was both sadness and hope in her heart, like a delicate flower swaying in the wind and rain, still persevering despite the wind and frost.
At this time, the golden Kowloon chariot outside had been waiting for a long time. The chariot was extremely gorgeous, and the six white horses pulling the chariot were as white as snow. They ran majesticly, like the flowing clouds in the sky, light and vigorous. The chariot is inlaid with gems and pearls, the dragon and phoenix patterns are lifelike, and the gold leaves are sparkling. You can tell at a glance that it is exclusively for the royal family, and it is extremely majestic. Most people cannot ride on such a chariot. Only those with high status can enjoy this honor. Li Qingge moved his steps lightly and slowly walked towards the Nine Dragon Chariot. Her steps were light and graceful, as if she was stepping on the clouds with every step. She was wearing a gorgeous palace dress with a fluttering skirt, like a fairy descending to earth. She got on the chariot and sat there, looking noble and elegant.
Su Xiaomei led the white horse army closely behind, and the group rushed to the harem in a mighty manner. The white horse army was brave and mighty, wearing silver armor and holding spears, like heavenly soldiers and generals. They escorted Li Qingge all the way to the harem without any hindrance.
When we arrived in the imperial garden of the harem, it was late autumn. All the other flowers have withered, and only the chrysanthemum is in full bloom. The clusters and clusters of chrysanthemums, yellow, white, and purple, are as beautiful as embroidered pictures. These chrysanthemums complement the fiery red maple leaves, decorating the entire garden in a picturesque and mesmerizing way.
The queen took a group of concubines to enjoy the flowers in the garden. They were dressed in various palace attires, wearing pearls and emeralds on their heads, holding round fans, and were full of laughter. They ate chrysanthemum cakes, drank newly brewed chrysanthemum wine and brewed chrysanthemum tea, and chattered non-stop. The laughter and voices were intertwined, and it was so lively that it seemed to drive away the chill of late autumn.
However, this year’s chrysanthemum viewing party is different from previous years. The protagonist is changed to Queen Li Qingge of Great Yan. This legendary woman makes all the concubines feel curious and in awe. They usually stay in the deep palace. They have only heard of the queen's name, but have never seen her in person. Although there was a lot of talk about her behind her back, saying that it was against the rules for a woman to be the master of the house, I actually envied her in my heart. I envy her high status, great power, and freedom. She doesn't have to fight for favor all day long like they do.
What makes them even more envious is that Li Qingge can sit on an equal footing with Emperor Qianlong and jointly govern the country. They would never dare to think of such treatment. Therefore, when they learned that the Queen would attend this year's Chrysanthemum Appreciation Party, they all dressed up to see the Queen's true face.
This chrysanthemum-appreciation party is nominally a flower-appreciation party, but in fact it has become a stage for secret competition among the concubines. They looked at each other overtly or covertly, commenting on each other's makeup, clothing and temperament. And even before Li Qingge arrived, there was already an undercurrent between them.
"Have you heard? Her Majesty the Queen always wears a bronze mask and never shows her true face." A concubine whispered.
"Yes, yes, I heard about it too. I wonder if she will take it off today for us to see?" Another concubine asked curiously.
"Humph, what will happen if you take it off? How much ability can a woman have?" A beautiful concubine in gorgeous palace clothes said disdainfully. Her words were full of jealousy and dissatisfaction, and she was obviously resentful of Li Qingge's status and power.
The one who was most severely attacked by them was the concubine. Your concubine Wei's family background is not high. She was originally from a bachelor's degree and was not as good as those Mongolian aristocratic women. But with her gentleness and scheming, she remained favored for more than ten years, rising from a palace maid to one of the four concubines. Her presence made those noble concubines feel extremely threatened.
"Look at that concubine, with such a lowly background, she can actually climb over us." A concubine said sourly.
"That's right, why does she have it? Isn't it because of her charming face and her little slyness?" Another concubine agreed.
Their words were full of contempt and dissatisfaction with their concubine, as if they wanted to trample her under their feet to relieve their anger. However, the concubine seemed not to hear their discussion, and still sat there with a smile on her face, quietly sipping chrysanthemum tea.
At this moment, a crisp ringing sound came, breaking the hustle and bustle in the garden. Everyone looked up and saw Li Qingge, dressed in gorgeous palace clothes and wearing pearls on his head, slowly walking into the garden. She still wore the bronze mask on her face, but her eyes seemed to be able to see through everything. Her temperament is noble and elegant, as if a true king has arrived.
The concubines stood up and saluted, praising the queen's majesty and beauty. However, their hearts were filled with complicated emotions. There is jealousy, envy, awe, and dissatisfaction. But no matter what, they all know that Her Majesty the Queen is a height they can never reach.
Li Qingge walked up to the queen, bowed slightly, and sat on the seat prepared for her. She picked up a cup of chrysanthemum tea, took a sip of it, and then smiled, a smile that was both majestic and friendly. She said: "The chrysanthemums are so beautiful today, and all the sisters are all dressed up, which is really pleasing to the eye."
Her words were gentle and kind, which slightly relieved the tension in the concubines' hearts. Some. They all echoed the Queen's words and praised the beauty of the chrysanthemums and the Queen's majesty.
However, this chrysanthemum viewing party is not just a simple flower viewing party. In Li Qingge's heart, it also has a deeper meaning. She hoped that through this gathering, the concubines would understand a truth: in this palace, no matter what their origin or status, as long as they have scheming, wisdom, and courage, they can gain a foothold here. And she, Li Qingge, is the best proof.
As the party progressed, the undercurrents among the concubines gradually subsided. They began to truly appreciate the garden full of chrysanthemums and the grace of Her Majesty the Queen. And Li Qingge always maintained that faint smile and quietly observed everything. Her heart is full of expectations and confidence for the future. She knows that no matter how many difficulties and challenges she may encounter in the future, she will be able to face and overcome them bravely. Because she is Li Qingge, Her Majesty the Queen of Dayan.
Chrysanthemum feast, undercurrent
The sunshine gently shines on every corner of the Forbidden City, covering this ancient palace with a layer of golden gauze. In the Imperial Garden, chrysanthemums of various colors bloom, red like fire, yellow like gold, white like snow, and purple like clouds, forming a colorful picture. Everyone was admiring the chrysanthemums with great interest, chatting in whispers, stopping to stare, or caressing the petals, enjoying the rare tranquility and beauty.
Suddenly, a beautiful woman walked from a distance. Like a breeze in autumn, she instantly attracted everyone's attention. It is your concubine, she is wearing a magnolia-colored flag dress, which is well cut and outlines her graceful figure vividly. It is embroidered with a pattern of butterflies piercing flowers. The butterflies are dancing gracefully, and the flowers are so delicate that they seem to be fluttering in the wind, complementing her graceful steps and making her charming. Her hair was gently pulled up, revealing her smooth forehead and delicate neck. Her steps were light, as if she were stepping on clouds, and everyone was stunned.
Concubine Ying spoke first, her voice was sharp and mean, with a hint of thorn in her words: "Hey, isn't this your concubine... Oh no, it's your concubine. Why doesn't my sister reflect in her own palace? , instead you came here to enjoy the flowers? Aren't you afraid that the emperor will punish you again?" Her eyes were full of provocation and schadenfreude.
Hearing this, Concubine Yu smiled contemptuously, with a playful curve on her lips: "I am busy serving the emperor, and I have a precious daughter like Huanzhugege, so how can I have time to close the door and think about my mistakes? ? Besides, which flower in this imperial garden does not belong to the emperor? It is only natural for her to come and see it." Concubine Yu's words revealed her contempt and dissatisfaction with your concubine.
Concubine Ying and Concubine Yu, these two noble women from Mongolia, have become good sisters since they entered the palace. They are domineering in the harem and love to bully the weak. These children of the prairie have straightforward personalities, and they can't stand Wei's pretentious, effeminate appearance. They always feel that she is using this weak appearance to confuse the emperor.
The concubine was angry in her heart, but she still pretended to be fine. She is fully aware of her current situation. What rumors have she not heard since she was favored? She twitched the corner of her mouth slightly, and said with a smile: "This chrysanthemum appreciation party, the harem sisters are having fun together, how dare I not come and join in the fun? But you sisters came early, you are really thoughtful." Her voice was soft. He was polite, but his eyes shone with unyielding light.
Concubines Ying and Yu touched a soft nail, snorted in displeasure, and turned around to continue admiring the flowers. Although they were unwilling to give in, they also knew that it was not appropriate to have a head-on conflict with the concubine now. After all, the emperor's thoughts were elusive. What if one day she was favored again?
Then, several other concubines also spoke sourly, and their words were full of thorns, which pierced the heart of the concubine. They either laughed at her origins, satirized her behavior, or hinted at her future, as if they were going to drive her into an abyss of eternal destruction.
The queen looked on with joy in her heart. She hated and feared her concubine. She hated her for taking away the emperor's favor, and was afraid that one day she would threaten her status. Now that I see her deflated, I am naturally very happy. She was still hoping that someone would be more cruel and slap her directly, so that she would know the rules and power of the harem.
When the concubine was about to retort, the queen suddenly shouted: "Shut up! Today is the day to appreciate chrysanthemums, not a time for quarrels, and the imperial garden is not a market!" Her voice was majestic and powerful. , instantly silenced everyone present. After saying that, she glared at the concubine fiercely, as if she wanted to vent all her anger on her, "You made the emperor angry by your inappropriate words and deeds, so you were demoted to the concubine position. You don't repent, and you are still causing trouble here. Where is the virtue that a concubine should have? ”
The concubine's face turned pale and she was shaking with anger, but she had to endure it. She knows how powerful the Queen is, and she also knows who dares to disobey the Emperor's will? She could only bite her lower lip tightly, as if to suppress the gasp that was about to come out, and did not dare to say a word.
Seeing this, Concubine Ying took the opportunity to add fuel to the fire: "The Queen is right, my concubine, you have to cultivate yourself and cultivate your character, and stop being so charming to the Emperor, lest you become a beauty disaster without knowing it." The words were as harsh as they were, as if they were slapping the concubine in the face. Her eyes were full of pride and provocation, as if she wanted to crush her concubine into the dust.
The concubine’s face changed back and forth like a palette, and she almost fainted from anger. She clasped her hands tightly and dug her nails into her palms, as if to suppress the anger that was about to come out. When the other concubines saw this scene, they covered their mouths and snickered. They were either gloating about the misfortune, or sympathizing with her, but more often than not they expressed contempt and dissatisfaction with their concubine.
Concubine Shu also came to join in the fun: "Yes, yes, a concubine like your concubine who comes from a wealthy family does have her 'uniqueness'. Her ability to be coy and pretentious is incomparable to us. "Enter." Her voice was full of sarcasm and contempt, as if she was trampling on her concubine's dignity.
While everyone was immersed in ridicule and sarcasm, the eunuch's shrill voice came from the entrance of the Imperial Garden: "Queen Dayan has arrived!" As soon as this voice fell, it was like a thunder piercing the sky, making everyone present Everyone's expression changed. Concubine Shu, Concubine Ying, and Concubine Yu immediately stopped smiling and became gentle and virtuous. Those who just laughed at the concubine now pretended to be friendly, as if nothing happened just now.
The concubine was even more exaggerated, her dark face instantly softened, and her tender look made people feel weak in their hearts. She lowered her head slightly, her eyes flashing with respect and awe, as if she wanted to swallow all her grievances and anger. Even the masters of Sichuan Opera have to admire the speed of changing faces!
With the arrival of Li Qingge, the atmosphere in the Royal Garden instantly became solemn. Wearing a gorgeous phoenix robe and pearls on her head, she walked steadily into the garden. Her eyes were sharp and deep, as if she could see into people's hearts. Everyone present held their breath and waited quietly for her instructions.
Li Qingge looked around and his eyes stayed on the concubine for a moment. She frowned slightly, seeming to be aware of the atmosphere here. But she didn't say anything, she just said calmly: "Today is the Chrysanthemum Appreciation Conference, everyone should be happy. Why hurt the harmony over trivial matters?" Her voice was soft and majestic, making everyone present feel... An invisible pressure.
After hearing this, everyone nodded in agreement, expressing their agreement with the queen's view. They either bowed their heads and admitted their mistakes, or apologized to each other, as if they wanted to wipe out the grievances they had just committed. But are they really relieved? Maybe only they themselves know.
And what about your concubine? She stood aside and watched all this silently. Her heart was filled with complex emotions: anger, grievance, unwillingness, and helplessness. But she knew that in this harem, she had to learn to be patient and strong. Because she knows that only by living can there be hope; only by persisting can she see the sun of tomorrow.
Fengyi Nine Heavens: The Legend of Li Qingge
The autumn breeze blows, and the red walls and yellow tiles of the Forbidden City look particularly solemn in the setting sun. The golden light shines on every brick and tile, as if it has been draped in this ancient palace. A veil of mystery. In the imperial garden, the chrysanthemums were blooming and the fragrance was astonishing. The queen stood there, dignified and serious, with no waves on her face, as if there were no waves on the surface of a calm lake. She was dressed in a gorgeous phoenix robe, with pearls on her head, and exuded the majesty of a mother in the world. Under her leadership, many concubines waited respectfully, each wearing colorful palace attire, but they all looked a little dull.
At this time, a burst of light footsteps broke the silence, and Li Qingge was seen slowly walking into the imperial garden. Her outfit is particularly eye-catching. She wears a plain white Ming Dynasty-style top with a delicate lotus pattern embroidered on the skirt, which seems to symbolize her noble quality of being able to emerge from the mud and remain unstained. The lower body is matched with a black horse-faced skirt, with nine lifelike golden dragons embroidered on the skirt. The golden dragons soar into the clouds and mist, as if they are about to soar into the sky. The combination of black and gold is both dazzling and noble, showing her domineering power without losing the elegance and elegance of a woman.
When the queen and the concubines saw Li Qingge for the first time, they were all attracted by her cold eyes. Those eyes were as clear as autumn lake water, and so deep that they seemed to be able to see into people's hearts. They stare quietly ahead, but they seem to be able to penetrate all hypocrisy and glitz and reach deep into people's hearts. It makes people involuntarily feel awe, as if they are facing an inviolable goddess.
All the harem beauties present seemed eclipsed at this moment. They may be delicate, elegant, or charming, but in front of Li Qingge, they all seem to have lost their luster. She is the only one who shines brightly and leads the way. Her beauty lies not only in her outstanding appearance, but also in the temperament and charm that emanates from the inside out.
People often say that the beauty of a woman is represented by the distant mountains as her eyebrows, but no matter how green the mountains are in spring, they cannot compare to the beauty of the crescent moon between her eyebrows. Her eyebrows are as curved as a crescent moon, delicate and soft, adding a bit of gentleness and tenderness to her face. White snow is used as a metaphor for skin, but no matter how white the winter snowflakes are, they can't compare to the white, rosy, soft and silky texture of her skin. Her skin was like the finest suet jade, delicate and smooth, as if it would break with the slightest touch. Although the roses and magnolias are delicate and elegant, they are not as pure and bright as her facial features, which are so gorgeous that people can't take their eyes away.
Especially her eyes are even more touching. When still, they are as deep as black pearls, shining with a mysterious light that seems to attract the soul. When it rotates, it looks like thousands of stars streaking across the night sky, shining brightly and making people fall in love at first sight and never forget it. Those eyes seemed to have magical powers, able to penetrate people's hearts and enchant them.
I recall that when Li Qingge first entered Baixiang Tower, he was still a thirteen-year-old girl. At that time, her body was not fully developed, but she was already regarded as a treasure by the bustard mother and was cultivated as a cash cow. She was smart and quick to learn skills, and soon she rose to prominence in Baixiang Tower. However, with the integration of Jiang Yuyan's hundreds of years of cultivation, her body shape and appearance have undergone earth-shaking changes, as if she had been reborn. Today, she is no longer the young girl, but a magnificent queen.
At this moment, she held Amelia Su’s hand and walked step by step. Amelia Su is her personal maid and the person she trusts most. The two walked side by side, their steps light and elegant. Every step is like a lotus blooming, as beautiful as a fairy in a painting. Li Qingge's clothes flutter in the wind, revealing the agility and charm of the landscape. Her smile is gentle and reserved, like the warm sunshine of spring, making people feel warm and comfortable.
(End of this chapter)