It's just a simulation game, how did the fairy become real?

The vast palace was devoid of any human presence.

"come in."

After announcing the arrival, the old eunuch, carrying the imperial edict, led Su Chen inside.

The palace was decorated very simply, without any feminine elements; everything in sight was reserved for the royal family.

Su Chen had a feeling that this palace had probably not been touched much since the late emperor passed away.

After following the old eunuch through several halls in the palace, Su Chen finally saw the little empress's figure clearly on the huge desk.

The little queen looks no different from an ordinary girl, except that her aura is slightly stronger.

As a Grandmaster, Su Chen could sense that the female official behind the Empress was also a Grandmaster in martial arts.

Apart from that, there seemed to be no other guards present in the entire palace.

"Have you finished reading?"

The little empress's voice rang out, and Su Chen's gaze met hers as he came back to his senses.

The young empress appeared quite calm, showing no sign of joy or sorrow.

"Should I stay here and guard this place?"

"what ever."

After uttering two words, the young empress continued to attend to state affairs at her desk.

The powerful families may disobey orders, but she cannot refuse.

If she doesn't even approve memorials, her understanding of the outside world will become even less.

However, these reports had already been screened by the aristocratic families before they were presented to her, and she had to consider whether the information was reliable.

This makes processing memorials even more difficult.

Judging by the time, Pei Zhongshu has already been out of the capital for more than an hour.

The powerful families are most likely aware that they secretly sent a grandmaster to protect them.

Given the principles of aristocratic families, they are unlikely to take action if the capital is too close.

They will assassinate the Grand Secretary as early as tonight, or at the latest tomorrow.

If powerful families dare to act recklessly, the palace will likely be just as unsafe.

The fact that there were few people inside and outside the palace was intentional on her part.

Whether they were guards, eunuchs, or palace maids, their backgrounds were all investigated by the royal family.

Apart from the aristocratic pawns deliberately placed in, the rest are all trustworthy.

Su Chen strolled around the palace. Just as he had guessed, the facilities inside were almost entirely from the previous emperor's time and had not been altered much.

Before I knew it, the night was already dark.

When Jiang Li looked up again, Pei Yichen was already asleep in his chair.

"Is this guy... any good or not?"

Jiang Li frowned slightly, looking at the bowls and plates placed next to Pei Yichen.

Pei Yichen has been so busy with official duties that he hasn't had a meal yet, while he's already eaten almost five meals.

He said it was up to him, which really shows how casual he is.

"Has His Majesty finished?"

Just as Jiang Li was about to speak, Pei Yichen's voice rang out.

"Ah."

Jiang Li gestured to the old eunuch to bring up the dinner.

"If the powerful families make a move, it won't take more than a day."

Thank you for your hard work today.

"It's my duty, so it's not hard work."

Jiang Li looked at Pei Yichen's black robe and asked, "You've come from Zhongnan Mountain, could you tell me about what you've seen and heard along the way?"

The royal family's power is limited, and it's difficult for information from outside the capital to reach her.

The plight of ordinary people is often summarized in just a few words.

"...Hell on earth."

Pei Yichen was silent for a few seconds before uttering four words.

Jiang Li was slightly stunned upon hearing this. The memorial described the hardships and unbearable circumstances of the people.

But they were still able to survive, and according to the accounts of the aristocratic families, their situation was gradually improving.

Jiang Li knew there was something fishy about this, but she never expected the other party to say those four words.

Could you elaborate?

"Then please finish your meal first, Your Majesty. I'm afraid you won't be able to eat after I finish speaking."

For an emperor, nothing is more painful than having lofty ambitions but being unable to soar to the heavens.

The little empress is now no different from a puppet.

When Pei Yichen spoke of the extravagance and debauchery of aristocratic families, Jiang Li didn't feel much.

The aristocratic families have overstepped their bounds for more than a short time.

A family that doesn't indulge in pleasures can't be considered a true aristocratic family.

When Pei Yichen spoke of the common people.

The seedlings are sparsely planted and the taxes are too high, so they cannot be eaten.

The rich own vast tracts of land, while the poor have nowhere to stand.

It was common for people to suffer from hunger and starvation, and a large number of people were displaced.

Selling children and separating them from their families, all they wanted was a full meal and the hope that their children wouldn't starve to death before their eyes.

Within the vermilion walls of aristocratic families, the world is now separated by heaven and hell.

Pei Yichen's brief description made Jiang Li realize that the enjoyment of aristocratic families was built on the suffering of ordinary people.

He never mentioned a single word about the memorials he had reviewed while working at his desk all day.

Jiang Li looked at the pile of memorials on the table, which was almost as tall as herself, and angrily swept them to the ground.

All my efforts were ultimately in vain!

The old eunuch standing nearby was so frightened that he immediately prostrated himself on the ground and kowtowed.

The two masters, however, remained calm.

Jiang Li was furious, but there was nothing more she could do.

In the end, all they can do is sulk.

At this moment, she desperately longed to break free from the control of her aristocratic family.

Not only for their own freedom, but also for the people who are still suffering in dire straits.

Money, provisions, army, power...

Neither of these can be accumulated overnight.

Jiang Li was too young and had been controlled by powerful families for a long time.

Few veteran generals in the army truly believe in themselves.

In addition, due to the corruption of aristocratic families over the years, a large number of middle and lower-ranking military officers are disciples of these families.

Even Jiang Li might not be able to command the army now!

Jiang Li made up her mind that some things could not be delayed any longer.

Otherwise, the situation will become just as Pei Yichen had said before: the people will reach their breaking point and rise up in rebellion.

Jiang Li gestured for all the palace maids and eunuchs to leave, leaving only her and the two grandmasters in the hall.

"Would the Pei family be willing to lend me a hand?"

perhaps……"

"Of course I do."

Before Jiang Li could recount the tragic ending, Pei Yichen's voice rang in her ears.

“Since my father began to fulfill the late emperor’s wishes, the Pei family has been preparing.”

But the current situation is dire for His Majesty and the Pei family; ordinary methods are unlikely to reverse the situation.

Su Chen spoke quickly.

Since it's just a game, why not go all out!

With such a golden talent, when else would you dare to cause trouble?

The Pei family had planned so much, even spanning several years, intending to gradually weaken the power of the aristocratic families.

However, given the attitude and reaction of the powerful families, it's impossible for them to wait until the Pei family is ready before they retaliate.

If the Pei family doesn't change its stance, they will forever remain mortal enemies with the aristocratic families.

At that time, whatever the Pei family wants to do will inevitably be restricted in every way.

Jiang Li fell silent after hearing Pei Yichen's words.

They have the will but lack the power.

She wanted to overturn the chessboard and start another game, but the aristocratic families wouldn't give her that chance.

“I have a plan, but it might sound outrageous.”

Moreover, it may take many years to complete.

This plan can only be heard by His Majesty.