The Princess' Rebirth and Revenge

As an important official in the court, Li Tian was naturally one of the guests. He was wearing a dark blue official uniform, and his face was serious and solemn. He nodded slightly to show his agreement: "Master Xuan is right. The current situation is indeed not optimistic. As officials, we should do our best. However, the affairs of the court are complicated and cannot be handled by one person. We need all the adults to work together to overcome the difficulties."

Li Jimian also expressed his own opinion: "Although I am not talented, I am willing to serve the court. However, we must be cautious in matters of the court. As officials, we must distinguish right from wrong to avoid being used by treacherous people."

Xuanliang laughed loudly upon hearing this: "Lord Li is right. However, things in the court are often either black or white. As ministers, we need to stick to our original intentions in order to gain a foothold in this complicated situation."

Li Yuan listened to their conversation and had a clearer understanding of Xuanliang's intentions. She knew that this seemingly warm banquet was actually a political struggle. Everyone was showing their own positions and attitudes here, trying to gain a place in this game of power.

The banquet was in full swing, with guests toasting and drinking, chatting and laughing. However, behind the excitement, there was an indescribable undercurrent. Li Yuan could feel the tension and uneasiness, as if a storm was about to come.

Finally, the banquet was over. The guests stood up and said goodbye. Li Jimian also left Xuan Mansion with Li Yuan and Li Wenzhi. However, at the moment of leaving, Li Yuan felt a strange gaze staring at them. She looked back and saw Xuan Youlan staring coldly at their departing backs, with an indescribable deep meaning in his eyes.

Li Yuan felt uneasy. She didn't know what the man's intention was, but she could feel the dangerous aura coming from him. She decided to speed up and leave this place full of conspiracy and danger as soon as possible.

After returning to the Dianke Office, Li Yuan was still in a state of depression. She sat at the table, holding the brush in her hand, but she didn't put it down. She kept replaying the scenes of the banquet and Hyun Woo-ryeon's cold eyes in her mind.

She knew that this Xuanfu feast was just the beginning, and the real contest was still to come. She had to be vigilant at all times to avoid being swallowed up in this game of power. At the same time, she also understood her identity and mission, and she could not let her personal emotions affect the overall situation.

So, she decided to tell Li Jimian about her worries and thoughts. She went to Li Jimian's room and told him everything that happened at the banquet and her worries. After listening, Li Jimian frowned, and his eyes flashed with a solemn light.

"Li Yuan, you are right. This Xuanfu feast is just the beginning, and the real contest is still to come. We must always be vigilant so as not to be drawn into this vortex of power." Li Jimian's voice was low and powerful, revealing an unquestionable majesty.

Li Yuan nodded, her heart was also full of determination: "I know, I will always be vigilant. At the same time, I will continue to find out the movements of Cheng Yuanshui and Shan Dongshu, and prepare for our plan."

Li Jimian nodded with satisfaction. "Very good, Li Yuan. Your intelligence and wit are our greatest assets. I believe that as long as we work together, we will be able to overcome this difficulty."

The capital, a prosperous and conspiratorial city, is about to become a memory of the past for Li Jimian and others. They are ready to leave the vortex of power struggle and return to the peaceful Hedong. However, before leaving, two unexpected banquets are waiting for them.

Yao Zheng, the Minister of War, who held a pivotal position in the court, suddenly invited Li Jimian to a banquet. His mansion was luxurious and grand, and guests came one after another. However, Li Jimian had no interest in it. He knew that Yao Zheng must have some intention behind this banquet. So he politely declined Yao Zheng's invitation and decided not to get involved in this mess.

Soon after, the Minister of the Central Secretariat, Ning Shijie, also invited Li Jimian to a banquet. Ning Shijie, an official known for his brilliant writing and extraordinary wit, naturally invited Li Jimian to a banquet, which was a political event that could not be underestimated. However, Li Jimian also chose to refuse. He knew that in this capital city, every step was full of calculations and conspiracies, and he just wanted to leave as soon as possible and return to the place that belonged to him.

Li Yuan looked at her father's resolute attitude and felt helpless. She knew that her father was right. This capital city was no longer a place where they could settle down safely. However, she also had her own plans. During her time in the capital city, she met a person who had a deep connection with them - Xu Jingyi.

Xu Jingyi, the chief of the imperial guards who once protected them, has now changed his name and defected to Xuanliang. Li Yuan knows that Xu Jingyi is a capable and ambitious person. She decides to talk to Xu Jingyi, hoping to convince her to be loyal to Xuan Youlan and gain his trust.