Xu Yuehuai smiled slightly, her eyes sparkling with confidence: "Don't worry, I have gradually gained the king's trust, and I believe we will soon get what we want."
Her voice was full of certainty and affirmation, as if saying, "I will continue to work hard and live up to your expectations."
Lord Shen nodded, a look of satisfaction in his eyes: "That would be for the best. I hope you won't let us down."
He knew that Xu Yuehuai possessed unwavering faith and exceptional intelligence, and was certain of success. Therefore, his words were filled with trust and expectation, as if to say, "I believe in you, you can definitely do it."
Xu Yuehuai nodded firmly: "Don't worry, I will definitely work hard."
"I will prove my worth through my actions."
Her gaze was sharp and unwavering, as if she could already see the victory that was not far away!
Looking into Xu Yuehuai's resolute eyes, Lord Shen felt a surge of satisfaction. He knew that the person he had nurtured had grown into a responsible and intelligent woman, capable of standing on her own!
He patted Xu Yuehuai on the shoulder, then turned and left.
Xu Yuehuai returned to her palace alone. She sat by the window, her heart filled with anticipation and hope for the future.
She knew she needed to keep working hard, but she also firmly believed that as long as she upheld justice and truth, she would be able to reach the end.
In the garden outside the palace, the flowers were vying for attention, as if cheering for Xu Yuehuai's achievements.
Xu Yuehuai stood by the window, gazing at the distant sky, his heart filled with lofty ambitions.
She knew her name would forever shine in the annals of the royal palace, becoming a legend passed down through generations.
In the days to come, Xu Yuehuai continued to contribute her strength to the country and the people. She used her wisdom and courage to solve one problem after another, winning people's respect and praise.
Her name became synonymous with justice and truth, leaving a deep imprint on people's hearts.
Every night, Xu Yuehuai would stand by the window, gazing at the starry sky. She knew that those twinkling stars were like her past efforts and achievements, illuminating her path to the future. She would continue to move forward, proving her worth through her actions and creating even greater glory for the country and its people!
However, despite Bai Yu's constant suspicion and vigilance towards Xu Yuehuai, Xu Yuehuai never truly gained his trust.
Bai Yu was like a venomous snake lurking in the shadows, always ready to deliver a fatal blow to Xu Yuehuai. He secretly dispatched skilled spies to infiltrate Xu Yuehuai's palace, like sandstorms in a raging storm, attempting to find Xu Yuehuai's weaknesses.
However, Xu Yuehuai was like an eagle soaring in the wind, keenly observing everything around her and skillfully avoiding Bai Yu's trap.
Her eyes are as sharp as a cheetah's; whenever a crisis arises, she can always anticipate it and skillfully defuse it. Every movement, every glance, is full of wisdom and charm!
In this struggle full of challenges and opportunities, Xu Yuehuai constantly honed her will and wisdom.
She firmly believes that as long as she doesn't give up, she will definitely be able to defeat Bai Yu and achieve her great goal!
Her name, like the power of converging rivers, continued to grow, posing a huge threat to Bai Yu's rule.
"Recently, the female official has gained a lot of support from the public!"
"Yes, I've also heard that many people in the countryside really like her, and even say they want to support her like Bei Xuan of the Mingyue Kingdom, making her the empress of our Dongsang!"
"This is outrageous! She's just a woman with a bit of brains, yet she's secretly promoting this kind of thinking! I think she's got a death wish!"
"If we let her stay in the palace any longer, who knows how she'll steal everything from the king!"
These words not only reached Xu Yuehuai's ears, but Bai Yu also heard them clearly.
In Bai Yu's eyes, the flames of anger burned like wildfire, uncontrollable. His fists were clenched so tightly that his knuckles were as white as frost from the excessive force, as if he wanted to squeeze all his anger and disappointment into his hard fists.
His spies were like headless flies, hitting walls everywhere without any results, which made Bai Yu feel unprecedentedly frustrated. He knew that this power game was far more complicated than he had imagined, and his opponent, Xu Yuehuai, was like a cunning fox, difficult to fathom.
However, Bai Yu was not one to give up easily. His eyes flashed with a cold and resolute light as he decided to take even more extreme measures to deal with Xu Yuehuai.
He secretly instructed his subordinates to spread scandals about Xu Yuehuai, attempting to push her into the eye of the storm and leave her nowhere to hide amidst public accusations and condemnation.
"Have you heard? Shen Yiyi was already having an affair with other men outside the palace!"
"The reason why Shen Yiyi hasn't been accepted by the king for so long is because he himself is no longer pure..."
"She's a terrible woman. I heard she had several children outside the palace, then abandoned them and tried to run away to the palace."
"Shen Yiyi is not like what she appears to be at all. Behind the scenes, she has been bullying many innocent people and making them spread positive messages for her, which has led to the current situation."
"She is not worthy of being a female official in our Dongsang Kingdom at all; she is not even fit to be a human being!"
"The king and everyone else have been deceived by her. We must never believe anything she says again."
"I really hope she steps down immediately and never appears in front of the public again. With her devastatingly beautiful appearance, she's a real menace!"
"Just the thought of us being in the same harem as her makes me feel nauseous..."
Deep within the palace, an undercurrent of conspiracy simmered, sending chills down one's spine. Bai Yu's men, like venomous snakes lurking in the shadows, silently sought an opportunity to strike at Xu Yuehuai. They wove various rumors and lies, attempting to drown Xu Yuehuai's reputation in darkness.
"Now that they can't deal with me by force, they're resorting to such insidious and cunning methods. It's utterly disgusting!"
"Bai Yu, you really make me look down on you."
"You think you can defeat me like this? No! I'll show you what I'm capable of!"
However, Xu Yuehuai was not a fragile reed that could be easily shaken. With the resilience and wisdom of a woman, she stood firm in the wind and rain, like an ancient tree that had stood for thousands of years.
Faced with Bai Yu's attack, she did not panic; instead, she appeared exceptionally calm and resolute. She knew that only by maintaining a calm mind and unwavering faith could she remain invincible in this struggle against Bai Yu!
Next, Xu Yuehuai began to actively respond to Bai Yu's attacks. She personally investigated the source of the rumors, hoping to expose Bai Yu's conspiracy.
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