This era was very similar to the prosperous Tang Dynasty in her memory. However, for some reason, the first few emperors were fine, and they were similar to what she knew. But when it came to Li Zhi, things took a turn and suddenly went astray. He, who should have died young, lived to a ripe old age. Wu Zetian, who became emperor in history, only lived in the position of empress. In the end, she did not live as long as Li Zhi. After that, things went out of control like a runaway horse.

When the original owner lived at this time, the emperor was named Li Xuan. True to his name, he believed in the mysterious and esoteric Taoism. Instead of managing state affairs, he spent his days following those Taoist priests who pretended to be gods and ghosts to refine elixirs. Unfortunately, he did not have the immortal bones to live on air and dew. He could not live without the pleasures of singing and dancing and the company of beautiful women. He did not learn the proper Taoist arts and instead neglected state affairs, which led to instability on the border. Foreign tribes such as the Turks took the opportunity to recuperate and prepare for trouble.

Shi Lan is now just a woman, and a courtesan who can be bought and sold at will. She has to go to great lengths to ensure her own safety. How could she possibly have the ability to influence this entire region and bring them peace?

There was a rustling sound of footsteps outside the door. Shi Lan quickly closed her eyes and pretended to be fast asleep.

The door was gently pushed open, and the person came to the bedside and paused for a while. Seeing that she was asleep, they lowered the curtain beside the bed, blocking out the sunlight in the room, and then quietly left.

Shi Lan opened her eyes, sighing with worry. She could put aside matters of national importance for now; her priority was finding the fake mother and resolving her physical abnormalities. How could she possibly get past the guards and reach the merchants if she remained so unable to see men? (To be continued.)