Huanzhu Time Travel: Yan Luo's Unbreakable Love in the Yong Dynasty

Watching the proceedings in court, Xiao Yanzi whispered to Hongli, "Your Highness, although we've wiped them all out this time, I still feel uneasy. The Shadow Pavilion has been operating in the court for so many years; could there still be remnants hiding?"

Hongli frowned slightly and said, "My beloved consort's concerns are quite valid. I also know that beneath this calm, there may still be undercurrents."

Fucha Fuheng stepped forward and said, "Your Highness, although the Shadow Pavilion has been severely damaged this time, its foundation is deep and we must not be careless. I suggest that we secretly send people to continue to investigate in order to prevent it from making a comeback."

Hongli nodded: "Fuheng is absolutely right. I'll leave this matter to you. Make sure you get to the bottom of this."

"Your subject obeys!" Fu Heng replied respectfully.

Xiao Yanzi continued, "Your Highness, can the Vice Minister of Justice and the quartermaster really reveal all the secrets? I'm afraid they're hiding something."

Hongli's eyes were cold: "If there is any concealment, I will not let you off easily. I have already arranged for Su Peisheng to keep an eye on things, and I will know if there is any unusual activity."

At this moment, Consort Fucha arrived and said to Xiaoyanzi, "Sister, you've been working hard lately, don't overwork yourself. I've had the kitchen make your favorite snacks, come and sit with me."

Little Swallow looked at her gratefully: "Thank you for your concern, sister. I am indeed a little tired."

The two arrived at Lady Fucha's residence. As soon as they sat down, Lady Fucha took Xiao Yanzi's hand and said, "Sister, you and the Prince have been through so much. You must be well from now on."

Little Swallow smiled and said, "Sister, I know. As long as the Prince is here, I'm not afraid of anything."

On the frontier, Hongzhou returned to the capital in triumph. Upon seeing Hongli, Hongzhou bowed and said, "Fourth Brother, I have successfully completed my mission; the rebellion on the frontier has been quelled."

Hongli said with satisfaction, "Hongzhou, you have done a great job this time. Thank you for your hard work."

Hongzhou glanced at Xiaoyanzi, his heart still churning, but he calmly said, "Fourth Brother, this is what I should do. I am happy to be able to contribute to the court and share your burdens."

Little Swallow stepped forward and said, "Prince He, we owe you a great debt of gratitude for your valiant fighting on the frontier. You are a true hero."

Hongzhou laughed and said, "Little Swallow, I am unworthy of such praise. As long as you and Fourth Brother are happy, I am content."

However, the peaceful days did not last long. One day, a commotion suddenly broke out in the palace. It turned out that some palace maids and eunuchs had inexplicably fallen into a coma, and their symptoms were quite strange.

Upon hearing this, Little Swallow rushed over to check. Seeing Physician Liu treating a patient, she anxiously asked, "Physician Liu, what's wrong?"

Physician Liu shook his head and sighed, "Your Highness, this old minister has never seen such an illness before. It seems to be caused by an extremely rare poison."

Hongli also rushed over and asked, "Have you found out who did this?"

Physician Liu said in a panic, "Your Highness, this old minister has no clue at the moment. This poison is too strange."

Xiao Yanzi's heart skipped a beat, and she said, "Your Highness, could it be the work of the remnants of the Shadow Pavilion again? They are unwilling to accept defeat, so they secretly poisoned the enemy in an attempt to create chaos."

Hongli's face darkened: "If it really is them, I will definitely not let them go."

At this moment, Su Peisheng came to report: "Your Highness, a suspicious sachet has been found in the Imperial Garden. It seems to have been left behind by the person who poisoned it."

Hongli took the sachet and examined it carefully, but found no clues.

Xiao Yanzi said, "Your Highness, this sachet looks exquisitely made. Could it be from the residence of a concubine or minister?"

Hongli pondered for a moment and said, "That's possible. Su Peisheng, go and investigate the origin of this sachet."

"Yes, sir!" Su Peisheng accepted the order and left.

Consort Fucha, the primary consort, also rushed over and said worriedly, "Your Highness, one incident after another has occurred in the palace. What should we do?"

Hongli comforted her, saying, "Don't be afraid, my lady. I will definitely find out the truth and keep the palace peaceful."

Looking at the unconscious palace maids and eunuchs, Xiao Yanzi secretly vowed to find the mastermind behind it all. She said to Hongli, "Your Highness, I want to go to the countryside to look for clues. Maybe we can find an antidote and also find out who poisoned us."

Hongli hesitated for a moment, then said, "My beloved consort, this is too dangerous. What would I do if something happened to you?"

Little Swallow said firmly, "Your Highness, I am not afraid. I cannot stand by and watch them suffer. Besides, I have some friends among the common people who might be able to help."

After pondering for a long time, Hongli finally nodded: "Very well, my beloved consort. You must be careful, I will arrange for people to protect you secretly."

After thanking Hongli, Xiao Yanzi disguised herself and quietly left the palace. She went to the streets and alleys of the capital, asking around.

In a small alley, she met an old man. Little Swallow stepped forward and asked, "Grandpa, have you ever seen anyone who has been poisoned by a strange poison and is unconscious?"

The old man glanced at her and said, “Young lady, I have heard of a poison called Dream Powder. Those who are poisoned will fall into a deep sleep, and if they are not given an antidote in time, they will die. However, this poison is extremely rare, and the antidote is very difficult to prepare.”

Little Swallow's eyes lit up: "Grandpa, do you know where I can find the antidote?"

The old man shook his head: "I only know that this poison is related to a mysterious organization, but I don't know the specifics."

Xiao Yanzi was startled. Could it be the Shadow Pavilion again? She thanked the old man and continued searching for clues.

In a pharmacy, she noticed something suspicious. The pharmacy owner looked at her with a shifty gaze.

Little Swallow asked, "Boss, is there anything unusual about your pharmacy?"

The pharmacy owner stammered, "Young lady, this is all legitimate business; there's nothing unusual about it."

Little Swallow could tell he was lying, so she said, "Boss, if you keep this up, you'll be in trouble once the authorities find out."

The pharmacy owner hesitated for a moment before finally saying, "Young lady, a few days ago a mysterious person came to my shop and bought some rare medicinal herbs. Those herbs are the ingredients for preparing Youmeng Powder."

Little Swallow hurriedly asked, "What did that mysterious person look like?"

After the pharmacy owner described the situation, Xiao Yanzi made up her mind. She hurriedly returned to the palace and told Hongli about it.

Hongli immediately ordered an investigation into the mysterious person, following the clues provided by Xiaoyanzi.

As their investigation deepened, they discovered that the mysterious figure was connected to a high-ranking official in the imperial court. This official, in turn, also had numerous ties with the Shadow Pavilion.

Little Swallow said angrily, "Your Highness, these people are utterly despicable!"

Hongli clenched his fist: "This time, I will definitely uproot them completely and prevent them from causing trouble again!"

The political landscape of the palace is shifting once again. Will Xiao Yanzi and Hongli be able to completely eradicate the remaining members of the Shadow Pavilion? Will the poisoned palace maids and eunuchs be saved? What trials will their love face amidst these crises? Everything remains uncertain, and the wheels of fate continue to turn relentlessly.

This chapter concludes here. Stay tuned for the next chapter.