An Lingrong after rebirth

There is a complex and deep emotional bond between Mrs. Lin and Aunt Liu. They are both sisters and master and servant, but this interweaving of identities does not affect the sincere feelings between them.

Mrs. Lin was born into a family of scholars. She was well-educated, gentle and kind. She cared for her sister, Aunt Liu, and treated her as her own daughter. Although the two had different identities, Mrs. Lin always regarded Aunt Liu as a family member and gave her endless love and care.

An Lingrong brought Lian'er to her mother's courtyard, and happened to see Aunt Liu and her mother sitting together, chatting and laughing.

"Mother, aunt!" An Lingrong bowed to them.

"Lingrong is here! Come and sit down!" The mother smiled and waved for her to come over.

"Hello, mother. Hello, auntie!" An Lingrong walked over to her mother and sat down, smiling and saying, "What were you talking about? You look so happy!"

"What else could it be? It's nothing more than some family gossip!" Aunt Liu replied with a smile.

"Oh!" An Lingrong nodded and asked, "By the way, Auntie, is father home today?"

"Your father is not at home. He went out early in the morning! Why are you suddenly asking this?" Aunt Liu looked at her in confusion and asked.

"Nothing, I just want to ask him something!" An Lingrong explained.

"Then wait until he comes back and ask him!" Aunt Liu said with a smile.

"Yeah!" An Lingrong responded, then turned to look at her mother and asked with concern, "Mom, how are you feeling lately?"

"I'm fine, don't worry!" Mother patted her hands and said gently.

"That's good!" An Lingrong breathed a sigh of relief, and then continued: "Mom, the weather has been hot these days, you must pay attention to heatstroke prevention and cooling down, don't let the heat damage your body!"

"I know! You too, be careful when you go out!" the mother warned.

"Don't worry, Mom! I can take good care of myself!" An Lingrong replied with a smile.

At this time, Aunt Liu also stood up and said, "Okay, since Lingrong is back, I'll go back first! You two mother and daughter should have a good chat!"

"Goodbye, Auntie!" An Lingrong stood up to see her off.

"Lingrong, there's no need to see me off. I can go back by myself!" Aunt Liu waved her hand and turned to leave.

After Aunt Liu left, An Lingrong sat down again and continued chatting with her mother.

"By the way, Lingrong, you just said that you had something to ask your father, what is it?" Mrs. Lin asked curiously.

"It's nothing big, actually. I just want to ask you, daddy, about the selection of concubines for entering the palace." An Lingrong said softly.

"Enter the palace for the selection?" Madam Lin was slightly stunned, then she understood her daughter's thoughts, "I see, but Lingrong, entering the palace for the selection is not a simple matter. There are many rules and tricks involved. And once you are selected, it means you will leave us and enter the big cage of the palace, and lose your freedom from then on."

"Mother, I know the interests involved, but this is my only chance to change my fate. If I can be selected and become the emperor's concubine, then our An family will also benefit and get rid of our current predicament." An Lingrong said firmly.

Mrs. Lin looked at her daughter's determined eyes and felt touched and helpless. She knew that her daughter was thinking about the interests and future of the family, but she also didn't want her daughter to be trapped in the palace from then on.

"Lingrong, no matter what decision you make, mother will support you. But you must also be mentally prepared. Life after entering the palace is not easy. It is full of intrigue and conspiracy everywhere." Mrs. Lin said earnestly.

"Mother, don't worry. I will be careful and cautious. Besides, with my appearance and talent, I will definitely win the favor of the emperor." An Lingrong said confidently.

Madam Lin sighed softly, "Lingrong, the world is unpredictable, you should not be too confident. In the palace, beauty and talent are not the only assets, you also need wisdom and means to gain a foothold."

"Mother, I understand. I will study the palace etiquette and rules diligently and improve my self-cultivation and temperament." An Lingrong said seriously.

Madam Lin nodded. "Okay, since you have made up your mind, I can only support you. However, before you enter the palace, you still have time to spend more time with me."

"Yes, my daughter will." An Lingrong leaned on Mrs. Lin, feeling the warmth of motherly love.

"My dear, I am glad that you think this way." Madam Lin touched An Lingrong's hair, tears in her eyes, "But I still want to remind you that life in the palace is not as good as you think. Remember to protect yourself."

An Lingrong nodded heavily, "My daughter won't worry about me. I won't make you worry." She looked up at Madam Lin, "Mother, if I really get selected as a concubine and enter the palace, will you miss me?"

Upon hearing this, Mrs. Lin burst into tears. "Silly child, how could mother not miss you? You are the apple of mother's eye."

An Lingrong hugged Madam Lin tightly, holding back tears, "My daughter will miss you too. So I must strive to enter the palace and let you live a better life."

Madam Lin patted An Lingrong on the back and said, "No matter what the outcome is, all I want is for you to be safe and happy."

At this time, a report came from outside the door, "The master has returned home."

An Lingrong quickly wiped away her tears and straightened her clothes, "Daughter will go to the front hall to see daddy."

Mrs. Lin looked at An Lingrong's departing back and prayed silently in her heart, hoping that her future would be smooth.

An Lingrong came to the front hall and met her father. After greeting her father, she asked about the selection of candidates for the palace.

Her father said to her earnestly: "This talent show is a matter of great importance to your life!" There was a hint of solemnity in his tone.

An Lingrong nodded and listened carefully to her father's words. Her father continued, "This talent show is no joke. The process is extremely strict and you have to go through layers of assessment to stand out. Not only do you have to have outstanding looks, but you also have to have extraordinary talents and noble character."

Hearing this, An Lingrong couldn't help feeling a little nervous, but she still answered bravely: "Daughter understands, daughter will do her best." Her eyes were full of determination and confidence.

The father looked at her determined and persistent expression, and an indescribable emotion surged in his heart. He was extremely proud of having such a strong daughter, but also worried about the unknown that he was about to face.

He knew very well that once she entered the palace, An Lingrong would face endless challenges and tests. The intrigues and deceptions in the palace could put her in trouble. However, as a father, he could only silently wish his daughter all the best.

The father patted An Lingrong's shoulder gently and said earnestly: "My child, no matter what difficulties you encounter, remember to keep your original intention and don't be confused by the struggles in the palace."

An Lingrong's eyes sparkled with gratitude. She nodded heavily and responded, "My daughter will follow my father's teachings and will not let you down."

After saying that, she turned back to her room and continued to study calligraphy and painting. Every stroke was a testimony to her efforts, and every note was the embodiment of her dreams.

She knew that only by constantly improving herself could she win in this cruel competition. So she got up early and went to bed late every day, worked hard, and tried her best to feel the charm of art.

Time flies, and the day of the talent show is getting closer. An Lingrong is getting more and more nervous, but she is more excited and expectant. She believes that as long as she works hard enough, she will be able to realize her wish.