The Princess' Rebirth and Revenge

Li Yuan felt a complex emotion when she heard this. She had never thought that she would hear such a passionate confession under such circumstances. She looked at Hyun Woo-ryeon's determined eyes, and she was moved but also struggling. She knew that her identity and mission made it difficult for her to make a promise easily.

"Hyun Woo-ryeon, I understand your intentions. But this matter concerns the overall situation of both countries, and I cannot make a decision easily." Li Yuan said softly, with both helplessness and determination in her tone, "Give me some time to think about it carefully."

Xuan Youyan's eyes flashed with disappointment when he heard this, but he quickly regained his composure. He understood that Li Yuan's concerns were not unreasonable, and he was willing to wait for an answer that belonged to them.

In this way, the two reached a tacit understanding in the darkness. They knew that the road ahead was still long, but as long as there was love in their hearts, there would be unlimited possibilities.

Time flies, and in a blink of an eye, the situation has changed dramatically. Jin Li and Huaguo officially formed an alliance to fight against foreign enemies together. In order to show his sincerity and strength, Prince Xuanliang decided to send Xuan Youlian as the marshal of the Northern Expedition Army to attack Jiangzhou as a support for Huaguo.

Li Yuan, as an envoy of China, also participated in this battle. She was wearing armor, holding a long sword, standing on the city wall, looking firmly into the distance. She knew that this battle was not only related to the interests of the two countries, but also to her and Hyun Woo-ryeon's future.

However, the cruelty of the war was far beyond Li Yuan's imagination. The loss of Zitu Fort had greatly dampened the morale of the Northern Expedition Army. Li Jimian, another general of the Hua State, hurried back with reinforcements, but was repeatedly attacked by the Jin Army. The depletion of food and grass put the Northern Expedition Army into an unprecedented predicament.

Xuan Youlan looked at the battle report in his hand with a frown. He knew that if the problem of food and grass could not be solved in time, the Zhengbei Army would face the danger of annihilation. After thinking about it, he decided to send Li Yuan to the rear to provide food and grass. Although Li Yuan was a little hesitant, she knew that this was the only way at the moment, so she resolutely accepted the order and left.

However, fate did not seem to favor them. On the way back with food and grass, Li Yuan encountered an ambush by the enemy. The flames shot up to the sky and the food and grass were burned to ashes. Li Yuan fought desperately to break through, but still could not save the disaster.

When she returned to Yindi Pass in a dishevel, she was greeted not with comfort and encouragement, but with harsh accusations from Li Jimian.

"Li Yuan, what on earth did you do? Why were the food and grass burned? Do you know how much impact this will have on our war?" Li Jimian's voice resounded throughout the military camp, his eyes full of anger and disappointment.

Li Yuan lowered her head and remained silent. She knew that no matter how she explained, she could not make up for the consequences of this mistake. She was filled with self-blame and guilt, but she also knew that now was not the time to blame herself. What she needed to do was to find a solution as soon as possible.

At this time, Hyun Woo-ryeon walked into the military camp. He saw Li Yuan's tired and depressed figure, and an inexplicable pain surged in his heart. He walked to Li Yuan and gently patted her shoulder, signaling her not to blame herself too much.

"General Li Jimian, there may be many force majeure factors in this matter. We should face it together instead of just blaming others." Xuan Youlian's voice was calm and firm, and his words revealed an unquestionable majesty.

After hearing this, Li Jimian was still dissatisfied, but he couldn't say anything more. He snorted coldly and turned away.

Xuan Youlan looked at Li Yuan's tired face, and his heart was filled with pity. He said softly: "Li Yuan, you don't need to blame yourself too much. War is full of variables, and no one can predict all situations. You have done a good job, and I believe in you."

The night was as dark as ink, with twinkling stars. The smoke of war had not yet completely dissipated, and the air of Yindiguan was still filled with a faint smell of blood. In this vicissitudes of life, in a simple tent, the flickering candlelight reflected the figures of two people.

Hyun Woo-ryeon, still in full armor, exudes a heroic spirit, but his eyes reveal his fatigue. He raises his cup to the moon, but he hopes to share the cup with the people around him. Li Yuan, wearing a battle robe, has a slightly messy hair, but it can't hide her elegant and refined temperament. She sits opposite Hyun Woo-ryeon, with a simple wooden table between them, on which are placed several pots of wine and a few simple dishes.

"Li Yuan, have a drink with me." Xuan Youyan's voice was a little hoarse, but it was filled with an indescribable tenderness. He knew that although this battle was difficult, with Li Yuan by his side, he always felt more at peace.

Li Yuan raised her glass and drank with Hyun Woo-ryeon. The wine went down her throat, spicy with a hint of sweetness, as if foreshadowing that there was hope in the uncertainty of the future.

"Hyun Woo-ryeon, you are about to return to Beijing to attend the coronation ceremony. What do you think?" Li Yuan asked softly, her eyes flashing with curiosity and anticipation.

Xuan Youlian smiled slightly, but couldn't hide the complex emotions in his eyes.