The Princess' Rebirth and Revenge

Li Yuan nodded, feeling grateful. She knew that Xuan Youlan was so tolerant of Yang Xiao because he cared about her. And she also felt warm because of this care.

However, just as the atmosphere was gradually relaxing, Hyun Woo-ryeon suddenly changed the subject: "Li Yuan, I want to marry you."

Li Yuan was stunned. She didn't expect Hyun Woo-ryeon to suddenly make such a request. She looked at Hyun Woo-ryeon's serious eyes, and a complex emotion surged in her heart. She knew that Hyun Woo-ryeon was an excellent man and treated her very well. However, she didn't have that kind of heart-beating feeling for him.

"Hyun Woo-ryeon, you...you really touch me. But I can't marry you." There was some hesitation and determination in Li Yuan's voice.

Hearing this, Xuan Youyan's eyes flashed with disappointment: "Why? Don't you have any feelings for me at all?"

Li Yuan shook her head: "No, I respect you very much and I am grateful for your care for me. However, feelings cannot be forced. I only have friendship for you, not love between a man and a woman."

Xuan Youyan was silent for a moment, then took a deep breath: "I understand. Since you said so, I won't force you. I just hope you can be happy in the future."

Li Yuan nodded, feeling grateful. She knew that Hyun Woo-ryeon was a generous person and would not resent her for this matter. And she admired him for his generosity.

On the way back to Beijing, Li Yuan remained silent. She looked at the scenery outside the window, feeling mixed emotions. She knew that by rejecting Hyun Woo-ryeon's proposal, she was giving up a possible good marriage. However, she also understood that feelings cannot be forced. She couldn't be with Hyun Woo-ryeon just because of gratitude and respect, because that would hurt both of them.

After returning to Luoyang, Li Yuan was received and rewarded by the emperor for her outstanding military exploits. She wore gorgeous palace clothes, knelt in the magnificent palace, and accepted the emperor's gift. A sense of pride surged in her heart, and she knew that this was the honor she had earned with her own efforts and sweat.

After the meeting, Yi Won was invited to a banquet by Hyun Ryang, Hyun Woo-ryeon's elder brother and a powerful official at the time. He hosted a banquet for the soldiers to honor their bravery on the battlefield.

At the banquet, Li Yuan saw many familiar faces. She smiled and greeted them, and a sense of intimacy surged in her heart. However, when she saw Xuanliang and Liu Lianer, her expression suddenly changed.

Liu Lian'er is Xuanliang's concubine and a scheming woman. She has framed Li Yuan many times, causing Li Yuan to almost die in the palace. Li Yuan did not expect that she would meet Liu Lian'er here.

"Li Yuan, long time no see." Liu Lian'er walked up to her with a smile, a proud gleam in her eyes.

Li Yuan looked at her coldly: "Yeah, long time no see. I didn't expect you to be here again."

Liu Lian'er smiled and said, "Why? Do you think I was kicked out of the palace? Let me tell you, I am now the beloved one of Lord Xuanliang."

Li Yuan was furious when she heard this. She knew that Liu Lian'er was a woman who was good at disguising herself, and she would definitely frame her again. However, she would not let her go easily.

"Liu Lian'er, I'm warning you. Don't play any tricks again, otherwise I won't let you go." There was a hint of threat in Li Yuan's voice.

Liu Lian'er smiled, with a hint of viciousness in her eyes: "Li Yuan, do you think I am still the same person as before? I am no longer the concubine who can be manipulated by others. I have the support of Master Xuanliang, what can you do to me?"

Li Yuan heard this and felt a strong desire to kill. She knew that Liu Lian'er was a scourge that could not be spared. However, she also knew that now was not the time to take action. She had to endure it and wait for the opportunity.

After the banquet, Li Yuan walked alone on the way back home. Her heart was filled with anger and unwillingness. She knew that Liu Lian'er would never let her go. However, she also understood that she could not just sit there and wait for death. She had to find a way to deal with Liu Lian'er's threats and protect herself and the people around her.

After returning to the mansion, Li Yuan found Xuan Youlian. She told him about the grievances between her and Liu Lianer, and asked him to help deal with Liu Lianer's threats. Xuan Youlian heard this, and a trace of anger flashed in his eyes. He didn't expect that Liu Lianer would be so bold.

The night in Luoyang City is dotted with stars and the moonlight is silver. In a corner of this ancient city, a grand banquet is going on. In Xuanliang's mansion, the lights are bright, the guests are full, and there are endless laughter. Li Yuan, wearing a gorgeous palace dress, sits at the banquet, her eyes flashing with determination and calmness.

Xuan Liang, the powerful official of the dynasty, was standing in the center of the banquet. His eyes swept across the crowd and finally stopped at Li Yuan. He smiled slightly and praised in a loud voice: "Li Yuan, your heroic performance on the battlefield is really admirable. Your military exploits not only add glory to our Xuan family, but also set an example for the entire court."