Beautiful girl travels through time and space to become a princess

Chapter 153 Royal Hunting Ground

Since Shen Mo's triumphant return from the border, the capital seemed to have returned to its former tranquility, but in fact, undercurrents were surging. Those conspirators did not stop because of the emperor's trust, but became more rampant.

Shen Mo knew that they would not give up, so he discussed countermeasures with his confidants in the mansion every day. Lin Yuwei also remained vigilant and paid attention to every move in the palace.

One day, Lin Yuwei received a mysterious letter, which hinted that someone was going to harm Shen Mo in the upcoming royal hunting event. Lin Yuwei felt nervous and quickly told Shen Mo about it.

"This may be a trap they carefully designed, but we can't give up and not participate." Shen Mo said after thinking for a moment.

Lin Yuwei nodded in agreement: "We need to be prepared in advance, just in case."

On the day of hunting, the sun was shining brightly, and the royal team entered the hunting ground in a mighty procession. Shen Mo rode on his horse, looking around vigilantly. Lin Yuwei sat in the carriage, her heart hanging in her throat.

Following the emperor's order, everyone galloped on their horses and joined the hunt. Shen Mo deliberately fell behind the team, observing the movements of the people around him.

Suddenly, an arrow shot out from the woods and headed straight for Shen Mo. Shen Mo reacted quickly and dodged sideways.

"There is an assassin! Protect the prince!" his followers shouted loudly.

For a moment, the hunting ground fell into chaos. Shen Mo's guards quickly formed a circle and protected him in the middle.

"Everyone be careful and don't panic!" Shen Mo commanded loudly.

At this moment, several dark figures emerged from the woods and started fighting with the guards. Shen Mo drew his sword to fight and dealt with the assassins.

When Lin Yuwei heard the noise outside, she was extremely anxious and wanted to get out of the car to check, but was stopped by the maid.

"Crown Princess, it's dangerous outside, you can't go out."

Lin Yuwei said anxiously: "How can I just sit here and do nothing!"

Just as Shen Mo was gradually gaining the upper hand, another group of assassins joined the battle and the situation became increasingly critical.

At this critical moment, the emperor's guards arrived in time and surrounded the assassins.

"Who is so bold as to assassinate during the royal hunt?" The emperor rushed over upon hearing the news, furious.

Shen Mo knelt down and pleaded guilty: "I frightened your father."

The emperor helped him up and said, "This matter has nothing to do with you. We must find out who is behind this!"

After some interrogation, the assassins confessed that they were instructed by a minister in the court. The emperor ordered a thorough investigation and finally found out the conspirators who had been trying to frame Shen Mo.

However, after this incident, Shen Mo and Lin Yuwei realized that the struggle in the palace was far from over.

In order to consolidate Shen Mo's position, Lin Yuwei proposed to win over some neutral ministers.

"We can't always respond passively. We must take the initiative and build our own power," said Lin Yuwei.

Shen Mo nodded in agreement: "You have a point, but we need to be cautious in this matter and not act too hastily."

So, Shen Mo and Lin Yuwei began to secretly contact those talented and upright ministers, and expressed their ambitions and determination to them.

At a palace banquet, Shen Mo was having a pleasant conversation with an important minister. His enemies saw this and became jealous and resentful.

"We can't let Shen Mo's power continue to expand. We must find a way to disrupt his plan." They conspired again.

Not long after, rumors spread in the court that Shen Mo was forming a clique for personal gain and had ulterior motives.

When Shen Mo heard these rumors, he was furious: "These people are really making things up!"

Lin Yuwei comforted him: "Don't be angry, as long as we behave properly, we are not afraid of their slander."

But this time the rumor seemed to have a great impact, and even some people who originally supported Shen Mo began to waver.

Shen Mo decided to clarify the facts in person in the court.

"Your Majesty, I am devoted to the country and would never form a clique for personal gain. Those rumors are completely false." Shen Mo spoke earnestly.

The emperor looked at him with scrutiny in his eyes: "I hope you are telling the truth."

Just when Shen Mo was in trouble, a minor official whom he had once helped stood up and testified for him, proving that the rumors were malicious slander.

The situation is gradually under control, but Shen Mo and Lin Yuwei know that the road ahead is still full of challenges...