Jiang Ruan threw herself toward the sword point. Her actions were so resolute that even Xuan Li froze in place. The assassin hadn’t expected a strange young girl to suddenly appear, his eyes narrowed, and he struck without mercy, his soft sword aimed straight at Jiang Ruan’s chest. At the critical moment, a dagger flew from the side, deflecting the soft sword by several inches. The sword energy was blocked from piercing Jiang Ruan’s chest, but the force still cut a wound from her shoulder toward her chest, blood immediately staining her clothes.

Jiang Ruan was thrown backward by the sword energy and suddenly felt her body lighten as she fell into a broad, cold embrace. The young man’s breath brushed against her ear, carrying the pleasant scent of green bamboo that belonged to men. Xiao Shao protected her in his arms while grabbing a soft sword from an assassin with his other hand to block in front of them. He said to the shocked Empress Dowager Yide, “This place is not safe for long stay. Please withdraw first, Your Majesty.”

Jin Yi and Jin Er suddenly appeared before Xiao Shao. He handed Jiang Ruan to Jin Yi, and the two hidden guards escorted Jiang Ruan and Empress Dowager Yide away. Everything that had just happened fell completely into Xuan Li’s sight. He had originally intended to rescue the Empress Dowager but was stunned by Jiang Ruan’s sudden action. Seeing her injured and rescued by Xiao Shao, his heart couldn’t calm down for a long time. It seemed as if a voice in his heart was reminding him: no, it’s not like this, it shouldn’t be like this originally.

Everything that happened tonight was too strange, so much so that Xuan Li couldn’t figure out where the odd feeling in his heart came from. And what did that smile Jiang Ruan showed him when she faced the sword point mean? It seemed to contain infinite and distant meaning, making one’s heart palpitate yet impossible to fathom.

Not only Xuan Li witnessed all this, but there was another person in the great hall—Princess He Yi. When the chaos broke out, the guards around her protected her, so she wasn’t entangled by assassins. She had originally wanted to search for that person’s figure in the hall, but when she looked up, she saw Xiao Shao protecting Jiang Ruan in his arms. Immediately, that absolutely beautiful little face became somewhat twisted.

Who was Xiao Shao? His nature was extremely cold and aloof, usually not close to anyone, let alone strange women. No matter what, Jiang Ruan was just an official’s family woman. So many women were injured here, yet Xiao Shao specifically saved Jiang Ruan alone. Moreover, He Yi had clearly seen the anxiety in Xiao Shao’s eyes just now. He was truly worried about Jiang Ruan.

He Yi’s small face turned pale as she bit her lower lip hard. When Xiao Shao was still just a stunningly beautiful, cold young man, she had fallen for him at first sight. Unfortunately, no matter how she expressed her feelings, Xiao Shao remained unmoved like a stone person. Today, Jiang Ruan’s beauty was too outstanding, and she had gained Empress Dowager Yide’s favor, which already displeased her. Now seeing Xiao Shao protecting her so much, jealousy drove her mad, wishing Jiang Ruan would die immediately under the chaotic blades.

The guards stationed outside the palace all rushed in, and the assassins were mostly dealt with. After they were all subdued, Xiao Shao put away his dagger and said coldly, “Leave some alive to investigate who their master is.”

The hall was strewn with cups and plates, continuous moans of the wounded, and innocent family members who had died. Mournful cries never ceased. No one had expected such a sudden change today—a perfectly good palace banquet had suddenly become a slaughter ground. Palace staff came to help clean up the corpses, and nearby imperial physicians hurried over to treat the wounded.

Guan Lianghan finally breathed a sigh of relief and patted Jiang Xinzhi’s shoulder, saying, “Young man, I saw your good response today. You remained calm in crisis, quite like this general in his younger days.”

But Jiang Xinzhi’s mind was completely elsewhere. He frowned looking around the hall, not finding Jiang Ruan’s figure, his heart extremely anxious. After thinking, he walked to Xiao Shao and said, “Prince Xiao, have you seen my sister?”

…

Meanwhile, Jiang Ruan was escorted by the hidden guards back to Cining Palace with Empress Dowager Yide. Though the knife wound wasn’t deep, it was long, and she had lost too much blood. Her originally snow-white complexion now had no trace of color, and her rosy lips had become nearly transparent. Seeing her condition, Empress Dowager Yide urgently ordered someone to summon the palace’s best imperial physician while having palace maids help Jiang Ruan onto her own bed.

Jiang Ruan hadn’t lost consciousness. Seeing this in her daze, she tried to open her eyes and get down, saying with difficulty, “Your Majesty cannot, this subject’s status is humble…”

“Emergency takes precedence,” Empress Dowager Yide said quickly. “You saved this dowager and have merit. What’s wrong with this dowager letting you sleep on the bed for a while?”

Jiang Ruan wanted to say more, but her complexion grew increasingly pale. She cleared her throat hoarsely, seeming extremely exhausted, slightly turning her face, lacking even the strength to speak.

Seeing this, Empress Dowager Yide’s expression darkened again as she angrily said, “Why hasn’t the imperial physician arrived yet? If he doesn’t come soon, this dowager will have his head chopped off!”

The nanny beside Empress Dowager Yide also looked shocked. Empress Dowager Yide had been quite cold and detached these years, yet today she repeatedly showed unusual emotions for this strange young girl—it was truly strange.

The palace’s highly respected imperial physician quickly arrived. Hearing it was Empress Dowager Yide’s imperial decree, he was quite puzzled, but seeing a strange young girl lying on the Empress Dowager’s bed made him even more suspicious. This young girl looked completely unfamiliar and wasn’t Princess He Yi either. Why was Empress Dowager Yide so nervous? Could she have some close relationship with the Empress Dowager?

Though puzzled, the imperial physician didn’t say much. He only took Jiang Ruan’s pulse before standing up and saying, “This young lady only lost too much blood. Though she suffered a knife wound, fortunately the wound isn’t deep. If it were deeper or more to the side, it would have been dangerous.”

Empress Dowager Yide sighed in relief. The imperial physician continued, “I’ll prescribe two formulas. Have someone fetch the medicine for this young lady to drink, then bandage her up, and she’ll be fine. These few days, be careful about her diet, otherwise it won’t be good for wound recovery.”

“In the physician’s opinion, will it leave a scar in the future?” Empress Dowager Yide frowned. The knife wound was right from shoulder to chest area. After all, she was an unmarried daughter—if it left a scar, it would somewhat affect future marriage prospects. Jiang Ruan’s skin was like snow; adding a scar would be truly regrettable. Moreover, her behavior today resembled Princess Yuanrong, so Empress Dowager Yide’s question contained some genuine concern.

The imperial physician wiped sweat from his forehead: “Replying to Your Majesty the Empress Dowager, if properly cared for, it might not leave a scar.”

This meant there was still a possibility of scarring. Empress Dowager Yide’s eyes darkened, her tone suddenly sharp: “Understood. Go out and have someone fetch the medicine.”

Only then did the imperial physician carry his medicine box and leave the hall with the palace maid.

Empress Dowager Yide looked at Jiang Ruan, who lay on the bed with her beautiful eyes slightly closed, her lip color as pale as her skin. She seemed to be enduring pain with great effort, yet she didn’t frown and still smiled at her, as if trying to comfort her. Compared to her composed charm in the great hall earlier, now without her outer garments, she appeared green and tender, with an even more pitiful demeanor. Especially that smile at the corner of her lips—so understanding it made one’s heart ache. Empress Dowager Yide suddenly remembered Princess Yuanrong. The precociously understanding Princess Yuanrong, whenever she was ill, would never frown to avoid worrying her, only looking at her and smiling.

Something soft stirred in Empress Dowager Yide’s heart, and her tone became gentle: “Why did you block that blade for this dowager?”

Jiang Ruan smiled shyly and softly said, “I don’t know why, but speaking presumptuously, when this subject first saw Your Majesty, I felt a sense of familiarity in my heart, as if… as if I had seen you somewhere before. Just now I didn’t think much about it and don’t know what came over me.”

She didn’t say anything grandly righteous or high-sounding, but that phrase “as if I had seen you somewhere before” made Empress Dowager Yide’s expression waver again. The thought in her heart grew stronger and stronger. She slowly said, “You have merit in protecting the emperor. This dowager won’t let anyone suffer this blade wound in vain.”

Jiang Ruan smiled slightly and said, “Could Your Majesty please have someone notify this subject’s eldest brother? If big brother can’t find this subject, he must be anxious.”

“No need to worry. This dowager has already sent someone to inform him.” Empress Dowager Yide frowned slightly. Jiang Ruan only mentioned notifying Jiang Xinzhi but didn’t mention Jiang Quan and Xia Yan. When such things happen, shouldn’t ordinary daughters seek their fathers? Why was she single-mindedly looking for Jiang Xinzhi, not even mentioning Jiang Quan? She had known before that the two legitimate siblings of the Jiang family had an extremely good relationship, but now it seemed there was much more to it. Just now in the hall too, when discussing Jiang Ruan’s marriage, Jiang Quan showed no significant reaction—hardly like a father.

Empress Dowager Yide’s armor lightly scraped the bed edge, the rubies emitting brilliant blood-colored light.

Jiang Ruan closed her eyes, the corners of her lips slightly upturned. Some things didn’t need to be said too clearly, especially with intelligent people—a hint was enough, just touch upon it. The rest, let Jiang Quan deal with himself.

She had known early on that there would be an assassination today. In her previous life, the emperor had also held a grand palace banquet after the flood. Halfway through the banquet, assassins had infiltrated, and it was Xuan Li who saved Empress Dowager Yide’s life. Xuan Li had used his body to block the sword and was severely injured. At that time, the assassins’ identity was unclear, and all the emperor’s sons fell under suspicion. The palace underwent a massive purge overnight, and even the crown prince, who hadn’t attended due to illness, was implicated. Only Eighth Prince Xuan Li emerged completely clean—after all, for a performance, being severely injured was going too far.

Because of this, Xuan Li gained Empress Dowager Yide’s favor, the emperor’s trust, and earned a reputation for loyalty and filial piety. After entering the palace in her previous life, Jiang Ruan learned of this from palace gossip and had been quite worried about Xuan Li during that described scene. Looking back now, there were quite a few suspicious points throughout. As for blocking the sword for Empress Dowager Yide, that was nothing more than a joke. If Xuan Li truly was the righteous and loyal person rumors claimed, he wouldn’t have personally killed his own father emperor. People thought Xuan Li wouldn’t be so ruthless to himself, but in fact, Jiang Ruan knew better than anyone that Xuan Li was someone who concealed his strength and bided his time, especially ruthless toward himself.

In this lifetime, she had disrupted his plan. Empress Dowager Yide had to be saved, but the one saving her didn’t necessarily have to be Xuan Li! Jiang Ruan had also taken a desperate gamble just now. Today she had originally planned to deliberately appear similar to Princess Yuanrong, then find a way to save Empress Dowager Yide’s life. If she succeeded in protecting the emperor, the palace would surely reward her, though she didn’t know exactly what. But it would be enough to make the Eighth Prince and the Xia family temporarily not dare act rashly.

Who knew that upon entering the palace, she learned Xuan Li planned to marry her—this was something she hadn’t anticipated and hadn’t happened in her previous life. Now that she had saved the Empress Dowager, the Empress Dowager’s feelings toward her would surely rise another level. At this time, even if Consort Chen later tried to force the Empress Dowager to relent, an imperial marriage decree would be impossible. As long as she showed the slightest unwillingness, Empress Dowager Yide wouldn’t agree to the marriage decree. Because now, Empress Dowager Yide surely already saw her as half a Princess Yuanrong.

And having merit in protecting the emperor, from now on, Consort Chen couldn’t say this was doing her a favor.

However, this wasn’t a guaranteed profitable affair either. The danger just now, thinking back on it now, was quite frightening. Though she had burned her bridges, she hadn’t expected the assassin’s sword to come with such fierce momentum. No wonder Xuan Li was severely injured in the previous life. If not for Xiao Shao using his dagger to deflect the assassin’s soft sword today, thinking about it now, she wouldn’t be as relaxed as she was now. She wasn’t afraid of death, but before completing her revenge, she couldn’t die.

She owed him a favor.

Jiang Ruan slowly closed her eyes. In any case, today’s outcome was much better than she had expected.

…

When Jiang Xinzhi and the Zhao family received news that Jiang Ruan had been sent to Cining Palace for treatment, they were stunned. Empress Dowager Yide usually remained aloof and superior, and today was only the first time she met Jiang Ruan. Yet everywhere showed different treatment, and now personally allowing her to stay in Cining Palace indicated that Jiang Ruan wasn’t just an ordinary minister’s legitimate daughter in her heart.

Jiang Quan and Xia Yan both waited outside. Jiang Susu was inwardly hoping to hear news of Jiang Ruan’s death, but instead learned that Empress Dowager Yide had summoned imperial physicians to treat Jiang Ruan. This honor was obvious at a glance, and she couldn’t help but clench her hands into fists, a flash of malice in her eyes.

Jiang Quan’s expression was complex. Today Jiang Ruan had merit in protecting the emperor, and this achievement would ultimately be credited to the Jiang residence. But it was precisely Jiang Ruan. Recently, Jiang Ruan had repeatedly shone brilliantly, actually overshadowing Jiang Susu’s radiance. He didn’t regard Jiang Ruan as flesh and blood. The more outstanding Jiang Ruan became, the more she blocked Jiang Susu’s path, and the more dissatisfied he became. Now with this action, Jiang Ruan would surely surpass Jiang Susu. He wholeheartedly wanted to pave the way for Jiang Susu, but Jiang Ruan’s behavior was truly—unbearable!

Thinking this way, Jiang Quan’s face showed no worry, only calm composure with traces of disgust. He only said to the reporting little eunuch, “This subject humbly thanks the Empress Dowager for her kind intention, but my daughter was rash and cannot bear such grace. Please trouble this eunuch to report to the Empress Dowager and ask her to let this subject take my daughter back to the residence.”

Hearing Jiang Quan say this, Xia Yan’s eyes flashed with satisfaction. The little eunuch was initially surprised. Ordinarily, if one’s daughter was injured, any normal father would at least ask about the injury, but this person immediately wanted to take her back. The little eunuch was also a shrewd person who had survived in the palace and immediately saw through the situation—Jiang Quan’s eyes held only disgust, no warmth. Thinking of Empress Dowager Yide’s special treatment of Miss Jiang, the little eunuch raised his whisk and said, “This slave dares not accept such words. Miss Jiang has imperial physicians treating her in the palace—bringing her back to the Jiang residence probably won’t find such skilled doctors. Moreover, this is the Empress Dowager’s imperial decree. This slave is just a messenger. If Master Jiang has anything to say, please go speak directly to the Empress Dowager.”

Such arrogant attitude was intentionally suppressive. But palace servants couldn’t be offended. Jiang Quan had always been known for his refinement in the palace—to be mocked like this made his face turn red with anger, unable to say a word. The little eunuch looked at Xia Yan contemptuously, sneering inwardly. These two from the Jiang family—he really didn’t know how they produced someone as perceptive as Miss Jiang Ruan.

Unable to see Jiang Ruan’s injuries with his own eyes, though Jiang Xinzhi knew imperial physicians were treating her, his heart remained uneasy. He didn’t understand why Jiang Ruan would block the sword for Empress Dowager Yide and felt somewhat resentful. Though it was treasonous to say, even if the emperor’s life hung by a thread, he didn’t want Jiang Ruan to take such risks.

The little eunuch was about to leave after delivering his message when he encountered Xiao Shao at the door. He hurriedly bowed to Xiao Shao, who waved his hand and took out a small azure porcelain bottle from his chest, tossing it to him with the brief words: “Jade Skin Ointment.”

Jade Skin Ointment was a precious item that even palace consorts rarely could use. This small bottle was worth a fortune and could remove scars from women’s bodies. Though Xiao Shao didn’t specify who to use it for, the little eunuch understood it should be for Jiang Ruan lying in Cining Palace. Though puzzled about the relationship between Xiao Shao and Jiang Ruan, he still smiled ingratiatingly: “Rest assured, Your Highness, this slave will definitely deliver it.”

Xiao Shao glanced at him coolly and turned to leave the hall.

…

During the night at Cining Palace, Jiang Ruan slept surprisingly well.

When she woke, two beautiful palace maids were busy helping her change clothes. Jiang Ruan moved her body—the wound on her chest didn’t hurt anymore. A maid smiled and said, “Miss has awakened. The wound isn’t deep, and with proper bandaging, there’s no problem.” She then explained quietly, “Earlier the imperial physician said it might leave a scar, but fortunately Prince Xiao sent Jade Skin Ointment, so there’s no need to worry—not even a trace of scar will remain.” Her tone carried some envy.

Seeing her expression, Jiang Ruan was startled. Xiao Shao sent Jade Skin Ointment? She pressed her forehead—this favor was getting bigger and bigger.

Since her rebirth, when she used people, she would inevitably give them equivalent compensation. For instance, supporting Liu Min was for future use, and getting Gu Yi’s help utilized his love of beauty. But Xiao Shao had helped repeatedly. Even if it was repaying a debt, what he had given had probably long since cleared that debt. With Xiao Shao helping so straightforwardly, she didn’t know how to repay him.

After thinking, she simply set the matter aside. She asked the maid, “Who was injured last night?”

The maid reported a long list of names. Jiang Ruan listened and breathed a sigh of relief—no one she knew. If she had to name someone, it was that Jiang Dan had fallen into the arms of the current Left Gentleman during her panic last night. The Left Gentleman was young and promising, but in last night’s chaos, Jiang Dan’s clothing had also been torn. At the time, seeing Jiang Dan, a delicate young lady, crying so pitifully, the Left Gentleman agreed to take responsibility for her after the incident.

The palace maid said, “The fourth miss of your residence’s happy event will probably be settled.”

Jiang Ruan raised an eyebrow. This seemingly weak and timid fourth sister had impressed her. In such a chaotic scene last night, she still had the presence of mind to think of this. It was a gamble that could cost her life if she lost, yet she dared. However, Jiang Dan’s luck was quite good—she had won the bet, hadn’t she?

Seeing Jiang Ruan lost in thought, the palace maid said, “Vice General Jiang came to see you and left hurriedly after some business. The Empress Dowager should return soon. When you were unconscious, both the Vice General and the Empress Dowager were very worried.”

Jiang Ruan thought and asked, “What about my father, mother, and sister?”

“The Empress Dowager has already ordered them to return to their residence,” the palace maid answered.

Jiang Ruan lowered her eyes. The Empress Dowager letting Jiang Quan and others return to the palace meant she already held displeasure toward Jiang Quan, didn’t it? This looked quite good. She smiled slightly and looked somewhat apologetically at the palace maid: “I’m a bit hungry.”

“Meals have been prepared. This slave will serve Miss her meal,” the palace maid smiled.

…

In the imperial study, the Emperor slammed the paperweight on his desk to the floor: “So you’re saying last night was indeed people from the Tianjin Kingdom?”

Guan Lianghan and Xiao Shao remained silent in acknowledgment.

The Tianjin Kingdom was located north of the Great Jin Dynasty. Though its territory wasn’t vast, because it was near the sea, its overseas trade was extremely prosperous. It had always maintained a non-aggressive relationship with the Great Jin Dynasty. The Jin Dynasty wasn’t without thoughts of annexing the Tianjin Kingdom, but though small in territory, Tianjin had excellent steel smelting, and their soldiers’ weapons were far superior to those of the Great Jin Dynasty. The previous emperor had once tried to attack the Tianjin Kingdom, but Tianjin stubbornly resisted Jin’s 400,000-strong army. The war dragged on for a full year until the Jin Dynasty’s military strength was depleted and the people, due to excessive taxation, lived in misery. The previous emperor, realizing this was a mutually destructive situation, ordered withdrawal. Since then, they only defended without invading, maintaining peace.

But after Xiao Shao and Guan Lianghan’s overnight interrogation last night, though these death warriors remained very steadfast, their words still revealed improprieties. Xiao Shao ordered the Embroidered Uniform Guard to investigate and found that these assassins were all from the Tianjin Kingdom.

“A tiny place dares to be so presumptuous!” the Emperor raged.

Last night’s assassins struck directly at the Emperor but then massacred throughout the hall, causing panic among officials. Such disruption of the court actually meant provocation. What did the Tianjin Kingdom mean? Did they want to go to war with Jin?

“The Tianjin Kingdom has been causing trouble at the borders these years, restless and stirring,” Xiao Shao reminded. “This assassination was very likely a signal.”

“A signal for war?” Guan Lianghan asked.

“Am I supposed to fear them?” No emperor could tolerate such brazen provocation. Imperial dignity couldn’t be trampled, especially when it concerned national security. He frowned: “General Guan, are you willing to lead troops to campaign against Tianjin?”

Guan Lianghan smiled: “Gladly.”

He really didn’t want to stay in this troublesome capital, facing these scholarly people daily. After winning this year’s battle and returning to the capital, when the Emperor said he should stay in the capital to retire, he was already very displeased. Soldiers were born for the battlefield, and especially Guan Lianghan could only display his greatest abilities on the battlefield.

The Emperor thought: “Take your vice general too. If he’s a natural military star, when he returns victorious, I will have rich rewards!”

Guan Lianghan’s expression became serious. The Emperor’s words truly gave Jiang Xinzhi space to develop. He had thought that after Jiang Xinzhi contradicted Consort Chen, the Emperor would more or less hold some prejudice against him. Now, just as the Jiang siblings reunited, Jiang Xinzhi was given another chance to campaign. If he shone brilliantly in this campaign, then the Great Jin Dynasty would have another young hero, and Jiang Xinzhi could truly establish himself in the court.

The question was whether that sister-obsessed man would be willing to leave Jiang Ruan.

The Emperor continued: “Last night so many assassins infiltrated the palace—are all the guards dead?” He looked at Xiao Shao: “A Shao, deploy your Embroidered Uniform Guard.”

This meant a major purge was coming. For Tianjin Kingdom’s assassins to enter the imperial palace as if it were empty meant there were already insiders in the palace. Though unknown who exactly, until removed, they would remain like a malignant tumor growing in the emperor’s heart.

Xiao Shao nodded slightly: “Yes.”

Guan Lianghan sighed inwardly—the palace would inevitably see another bloodbath.

After discussing other matters with the Emperor, the two left the imperial study to find a beautiful young woman standing outside. She wore a golden gauze dress with gorgeous, exquisite clothing, her carefully made-up face stunningly beautiful with a faint exotic aura. She gracefully approached and smiled at Xiao Shao: “Prince Xiao.” It was Princess He Yi.

Guan Lianghan winked at Xiao Shao and strode away.

Xiao Shao looked down at He Yi coldly, his gaze completely without warmth. Princess He Yi’s heart jumped at his cold stare, feeling somewhat timid. But remembering last night’s events, her eyes showed traces of resentment. She raised her head to look directly at Xiao Shao’s handsome, cold face and said: “What relationship does Prince Xiao have with Miss Jiang?”

This question came out of nowhere. Xiao Shao didn’t know what she meant, frowned, and said coldly: “What concern is this of the Princess?”

Princess He Yi’s eyes reddened, stung by his icy words that chilled her to the bone. She said aggrievedly: “You know I like you.”

“Princess, watch your words.” Xiao Shao’s eyes suddenly turned cold: “Xiao has no such thoughts toward the Princess.”

“What about Jiang Ruan?” Princess He Yi couldn’t help asking sharply: “Do you like her?”

Xiao Shao frowned even more deeply, seeming unable to understand her words. However, there were more important matters at hand, so he only gave Princess He Yi a cold look and turned to leave. This action, in Princess He Yi’s eyes, was tantamount to acknowledgment. She stood stunned for a moment, then suddenly covered her face and burst into tears.

…

After Jiang Ruan finished breakfast, Empress Dowager Yide returned to Cining Palace. Seeing her condition, she asked: “Are you feeling better?”

Jiang Ruan smiled: “Replying to Your Majesty, much better.”

Empress Dowager Yide looked her up and down, seeing that her spirits were indeed much improved from yesterday. Feeling relieved, she sat on a soft couch. A close palace maid brought tea, which Empress Dowager Yide accepted and sipped lightly, inconspicuously observing Jiang Ruan.

The young woman before her was well-behaved and clean. Though her features were seductive, her eyes were clear without impurities. Most precious was her composure in facing honor and disgrace, which made her beauty shed frivolity and become steady and noble.

She asked seemingly casually: “Does Jiang Quan treat you poorly?”

Jiang Ruan seemed startled by the question. After thinking briefly, she smiled: “Not exactly, but since I was raised in the countryside, I haven’t been very close to father since childhood.”

She didn’t constantly complain, nor did she lie saying Jiang Quan treated her very well. She stated facts while also making excuses for Jiang Quan. Her words were very appropriate.

Empress Dowager Yide’s lips curved in a faint smile: “Since you’re not close, separation probably wouldn’t be difficult.”

This time Jiang Ruan was truly amazed and looked at her puzzledly.

Empress Dowager Yide looked at the ruby on her armor and said: “Jiang family girl, this dowager is going to stay at the imperial ancestral temple beside the imperial mausoleum for three years. Are you willing to go together?”