From Cold Palace Princess to Heavenly Empress

From Cold Palace Princess to Heavenly Empress Author: Doesn't Like Eating Pickles

Synopsis:

Xiao Minghuang transmigrated to a fantasy world, becoming the Ninth Princess of the Great Xia Dynasty, and awakened the Gifted Opportunity Compensation System.

As long as she gifted opportunities to others, she would receive double compensation.

"Ding! You gifted an Essence Replenishing Pill, triggering a ten-thousand-fold critical compensation, and obtained: Creation Mending Heaven Pill * 1."

"Ding! You gifted an Earth-tier Cultivation Method, triggering a ten-thousand-fold compensation, and obtained: Heaven-tier Top-grade Cultivation Method * 1."

Demonic Dao Enchantress: "Princess Xiao ventured into a secret realm with me, enduring countless dangers. When we finally obtained the treasure, she gave it to me... Afterward, she said it was just a gesture of friendship. If this isn't love, what is?"

Righteous Path Fairy: "Princess Xiao is incredibly benevolent. That day, I was surrounded by enemies and on the verge of death. If Princess Xiao hadn't gifted me a Divine Medicine, I would have perished... She even made excuses, saying it was just a casual act. She clearly likes me more!"

Eternal Family Saintess: "Princess Xiao and I had a prior engagement. She gifted me the supreme treasure, the Holy Sword, as a token of our love... But then she said she wanted to break off the engagement. I like the contradictory Princess Xiao even more!"

The little maidservant who had always stayed by Princess Xiao's side, unnoticed, suddenly appeared, unleashing formidable power and suppressing all the Heavenly Prodigies. "You're all wrong. The Princess Your Highness loves me the most!"

1. Bound to the Gift Compensation System at the Start

Eastern Pole, Southern Territory.

Great Xia Capital, Imperial City Cold Palace.

In a desolate courtyard, a young girl in a bright yellow dress stood tall and graceful. Her long, black hair cascaded down like a waterfall, her slender waist was barely a handful, her skin was as fair as snow, and her delicate, exquisite face, with its high nose bridge and rosy lips, made her look like a peerless beauty stepped out of a painting.

Even without the backdrop of green leaves, makeup, or jewelry, her unparalleled elegance could not be concealed.

"I never expected to transmigrate and become the Ninth Princess of the Great Xia Dynasty, Xiao Minghuang."

The girl's eyes were dazed as she murmured to herself, but after a moment, her gaze cleared.

A torrent of memories surged into her mind.

This was a bizarre and fantastical world.

Here, powerful cultivators could fly through the heavens and burrow into the earth, move mountains and fill seas, live for eternity, and roam the vast cosmos!

The fourteen-year-old Ninth Princess, Xiao Minghuang, was originally a martial artist at the sixth level of the Body Tempering Realm.

Three days prior, during the monthly competition among the royal family's disciples, the original host had used a Spirit Eruption Pill in violation of the rules to temporarily boost her cultivation. Despite this, she still lost.

After her defeat, due to the side effects of the forbidden pill, her meridians were severed, her cultivation was completely lost. She was then punished and confined to the Cold Palace, with only a little maidservant by her side.

In the Cold Palace, with no one to treat her, she persisted for three days before finally succumbing to her injuries.

However, after receiving the memories, Xiao Minghuang knew the original host had been framed.

During the competition, the original host had no idea she was taking a Spirit Eruption Pill, believing it to be a mere healing medicine.

And that healing medicine was a gift from the Seventh Prince, Xiao Gang!

Analyzing the situation up to this point, it was clear: the original host had died due to the Seventh Prince Xiao Gang's scheme!

But seeking revenge wouldn't be that simple.

Within the royal family, infighting was fierce, and cultivation resources were scarce. The so-called brothers and sisters were merely enemies vying for cultivation resources.

Regarding the struggles among his children, Emperor Xia did not intervene, and even secretly encouraged them.

Recalling it now, the animosity and enmity among the royal siblings might have been partly fueled by Emperor Xia's machinations.

Therefore, there was no possibility of seeking justice through Emperor Xia.

Her only recourse was strength!

The law of the jungle, the strong prey on the weak!

Moreover, if the Seventh Prince discovered that Xiao Minghuang was not dead, he might continue to plot against her in secret.

Therefore, her crisis had not been resolved; retreating would not bring safety.

If she continued to yield, the result would only be her retreating an inch while others advanced a foot, ultimately leading to her own downfall.

"My meridians are severed, my cultivation is lost. I don't even know if I'll ever leave the Cold Palace in this lifetime. How can I possibly get revenge?"

Xiao Minghuang sighed softly, lamenting, "Did heaven let me transmigrate just to make me a cripple? Everyone else gets a golden finger when they transmigrate, why don't I have one?"

[Ding! Detected an invitation, system binding in progress...]

[Ding! Congratulations to the host for binding the Gifted Opportunity Double Compensation System!]

Hearing the system's voice, Xiao Minghuang froze for a moment, then a look of surprise flashed in her pupils.

It was exactly what she was thinking!

The system might be late, but it would never be absent!

Xiao Minghuang took a deep breath, calming herself, and asked inwardly:

"System, what are your functions?"

[This system's current function is very simple. As long as the host gifts opportunities to others, you will receive compensation with a random multiplier!]

Through her understanding, she grasped the system's specific functions and some of its limitations.

The so-called gifting of opportunities isn't something just anyone can do.

Only by gifting an opportunity to a bound contractor can one receive a high-multiple compensation. If gifted to a non-contractor, only the original item will be compensated.

For example, if Xiao Minghuang gifts a Low-grade Spirit Stone to a contractor, it might trigger a hundred-fold compensation, returning one hundred Low-grade Spirit Stones.

But if gifted to a random passerby, only one Low-grade Spirit Stone will be compensated, resulting in no profit or loss.

Furthermore, one cannot gift opportunities to the same person without limit. Whether a contractor or not, there's a daily gifting limit.

Items compensated by the System cannot be gifted again to receive compensation, nor can the System itself be given to others.

Finally, the System painted a rosy picture for her: as the number of gifted opportunities increases, the System's functions will also expand.

[Ding! Detected that the host's meridians are completely severed and cultivation is lost. Gifting one Beginner's Bonus Vitality Replenishing Pill as a beginner's bonus.]

The System's voice disappeared, and a brown pill emitting a medicinal fragrance materialized from the void, emitting a faint halo as it landed in Xiao Minghuang's palm.

The medicinal scent entered her nostrils, making her severed meridians within her body seem to revive.

But Xiao Minghuang knew this was merely an illusion. The Essence Replenishing Pill was only a Mysterious-grade high-grade pill. While it had some effect on repairing one's foundation, for a cripple like her with completely severed meridians, it was like a drop in the ocean.

"I hope the despair that follows is no worse than this."

Xiao Minghuang sighed softly. The Essence Replenishing Pill was merely a Mysterious-grade high-grade pill. Even if it triggered ten or a hundred times compensation, it would only become an Earth-grade pill.

As far as she knew, none of the Earth-grade pills could heal completely severed meridians throughout the body. Therefore, the System was as good as nonexistent.

Just then.

[Ding! Detected that the host has no contractor. Please bind a contractor as soon as possible!]

[Mission Triggered: Bind any contractor. Restriction: Must be the same gender as the host.]

[Mission Reward: First gift is guaranteed to trigger a ten-thousand-fold compensation!]

Hearing the voice in her mind, a flicker of surprise flashed in Xiao Minghuang's eyes.

There were no pills in the Earth-grade category to heal completely severed meridians, but there were in the Heaven-grade category!

With a ten-thousand-fold compensation, Heaven-grade pills would definitely appear, and perhaps even the legendary Saint-realm pills!

If it were such a divine pill, healing her injuries would be as easy as turning her hand!

With this thought, Xiao Minghuang immediately took action.

After her meridians were severed, she could only walk with the aid of a crutch.

Leaning on her crutch, Xiao Minghuang walked step by step into the West Courtyard.

After being banished to the Cold Palace, she only had a Little Maidservant by her side. For three days, the maidservant had attended to her every need, accompanying her day and night, diligently and without complaint.

When the original host passed away, the Little Maidservant was washing clothes in the West Courtyard and likely hadn't heard the news of the original host's death yet.

As expected.

Xiao Minghuang entered the West Courtyard and saw a small, petite figure hunched by the well, vigorously scrubbing clothes.

The Little Maidservant looked only eleven or twelve years old. She was young and frail, finding it difficult to lift the heavy water bucket, yet she gritted her teeth and persisted.

Seeing this scene, Xiao Minghuang felt a pang of pity.

This young girl, at this age, if she were on Blue Star, she'd likely be the apple of her parents' eyes, with no worries about food or clothing. Alas...

Xiao Minghuang had already intended to contract with the Little Maidservant, and seeing her now only strengthened her resolve.

But as she was about to speak, she remembered something important.

She didn't know the Little Maidservant's name at all!

Please, this is really important to me! (* / ω＼ *)

2. Ten-thousand-fold compensation, Creation Mending Heaven Pill

A bitter smile appeared on Xiao Minghuang's face. The original host had been solely focused on cultivation and knew nothing of worldly affairs, which was why she was so easily framed.

The Little Maidservant who was banished to the Cold Palace with her was an orphan she had rescued during a hunt years ago.

Xiao Minghuang had stood at the courtyard gate for so long that even the most oblivious person would have sensed someone's presence.

The maidservant turned around, her short legs carrying her swiftly to Xiao Minghuang's side. She bowed respectfully, "This servant greets Your Highness!"

Xiao Minghuang nodded slightly and said kindly, "Lift your head so I can see you."

The Little Maidservant was very obedient and raised her small face.

It was a plump, delicate, and fair face with a hint of baby skin. Her eyes were large and bright, framed by long lashes, making her look incredibly cute at first glance.

Xiao Minghuang nodded with satisfaction. The Little Maidservant's appearance was to her liking. She asked gently, "What was your name before you entered the palace?"

The Little Maidservant answered honestly, "This servant's original surname was Ye, and my given name is Ruoshui."

Xiao Minghuang smiled, "A beauty like Ruoshui, a good name. From now on, you will revert to your original name and be called Ye Ruoshui."

Ye Ruoshui, not understanding why, agreed and obeyed.

After a few more words, Xiao Minghuang took out the Essence Replenishing Pill.

"You've been with me for so many years. This pill is a gift for you."

With a wave of her hand, Xiao Minghuang conjured a brown pill radiating a faint aura, which landed in Ye Ruoshui's palm.

The primary effects of the Essence Replenishing Pill were to strengthen the foundation, replenish vital energy, cleanse the marrow, and slightly improve innate talent. It was perfectly suited for someone like Ye Ruoshui, who had ordinary talent.

As soon as the Essence Replenishing Pill appeared, its medicinal fragrance filled the air. Although Ye Ruoshui didn't know its origin, she recognized it as extraordinary and undoubtedly precious.

With such a treasure before her, how could she dare to accept it? Her small face flushed red as she declined, "Your Highness, this is too valuable... this servant dares not accept such a generous gift."

Xiao Minghuang said gently, "You've followed me for so many years, this is what you deserve. Don't refuse."

Ye Ruoshui's eyes welled up, tears threatening to spill. If Xiao Minghuang hadn't saved her, she would have starved to death in the wilderness long ago.

It was Xiao Minghuang who gave her a warm home, and now she was bestowing such a precious and extraordinary Spirit Medicine. She truly didn't know how to repay the Princess's immense kindness!

"Thank you for your generous gift, Your Highness. This servant has nothing to repay you with, except to serve you with even greater diligence to repay your great kindness!"

"Ruoshui, there's no need to be so formal. You've followed me for many years, and our bond is like that of sisters. From now on, don't call yourself 'this servant' anymore. Just call me 'sister'!"

Hearing this, Ye Ruoshui's eyes glistened with tears. She looked at Xiao Minghuang with excitement, a mix of reverence, gratitude, and admiration surging within her. Though she had a thousand words to say, they finally coalesced into two:

"Sister!"

"Mm!"

Xiao Minghuang smiled charmingly and replied.

Ye Ruoshui's aptitude was average, merely Yellow-grade low-grade three spiritual roots. If she relied solely on diligent cultivation, using her entire life to break through to the Spring Gushing Realm would already be considered extraordinary luck.

But now that the other party had become her contractor, regardless of her talent, Xiao Minghuang could use the various opportunities she provided to forcefully cultivate her into a powerful figure.

Furthermore, since she intended to bestow opportunities upon Ye Ruoshui at any time, continuing to treat her as a mere maidservant was no longer appropriate.