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

A resolute glint flashed in Dilireyao's eyes: "I will. I will not give up easily. I want him to know that I am not just a tool for a political marriage, but also a woman of flesh and blood who longs for love."

Xiao Yanzi was alone in a secluded spot in the Imperial Garden, feeling melancholy, when she happened to run into Hongshi. Seeing her forlorn expression, Hongshi stepped forward and asked with concern, "Xiao Yanzi, what's wrong? You look so worried, have you encountered something troublesome again?"

Xiao Yanzi looked up and saw that it was Hongshi. She forced a smile and said, "Third Prince, it's nothing serious. It's just that life in the palace is really too much of a headache."

Hongshi frowned slightly, his eyes full of worry: "Don't hide it from me, I've heard everything. Zhixi and Rong Mama made things difficult for you, you must be feeling terrible. If you're willing, you can tell me about it, it'll make you feel better!"

Xiao Yanzi sighed, a hint of grievance flashing in her eyes: "Third Prince, I thought that coming to this Yongzheng era would bring fewer troubles, but who would have thought that one problem after another would arise? That Granny Zhixi is targeting me at every turn, just because I'm close to the Fourth Prince, they see me as a thorn in their side. Alas, I really don't know how to deal with this!"

Hongshi frowned even more deeply and said angrily, "They've gone too far! They're acting so recklessly just because they're of high status. Little Swallow, don't be afraid, I'll definitely help you. Although I don't usually like to meddle in other people's business, I can't just stand by and watch you suffer like this!"

Xiao Yanzi felt a warmth in her heart and looked at Hongshi gratefully: "Third Prince, thank you for your kindness, but this is the palace after all, and the forces behind them are complicated. I don't want you to get into trouble because of me."

Hongshi patted his chest and said, "What are you saying! How could I be afraid of such trouble? As long as I can protect you, what do a little trouble matter?"

Just then, footsteps sounded in the distance. It turned out that Hongli had arrived. Hongli saw Hongshi and Xiaoyanzi standing together, and his heart stirred slightly, but he still had a gentle smile on his face: "Third brother, Xiaoyanzi, what are you two talking about here? You seem so engrossed in each other."

Hongshi smiled and said, "Fourth Brother, I was just talking to Xiaoyanzi about how Zhixi and Rong Mama made things difficult for her. We can't just let this go like this."

Hongli's expression darkened slightly, and he nodded, saying, "Indeed, I was just about to ask Xiaoyanzi for details so I could deal with this matter. Zhixi, as my concubine, is so ignorant of the rules, and Rong Mama is even more abusing her power. They must be taught a lesson."

Little Swallow quickly waved her hand: "Fourth Prince, Third Prince, I know you mean well, but if this gets out of hand, it might have a bad influence. After all, reputation and dignity are the most important things in the palace."

Hongli looked at Xiaoyanzi with pity in his eyes: "Xiaoyanzi, you are too kind and always think of others. But they don't know how to restrain themselves. If we let them off easily this time, they will probably become even more outrageous in the future."

Hongshi echoed, "Fourth Brother is right. We need to think of a proper way to deter them from acting recklessly without causing a huge uproar."

As the three were discussing, Xiao Tao suddenly rushed over. Seeing Xiao Yanzi, she said anxiously, "Miss, something terrible has happened! News has come from the Prime Minister's residence that Master has been impeached in court for misconduct. The situation is critical, and Madam is extremely worried. She wants you to come back to the residence immediately!"

Upon hearing this, Xiao Yanzi's face changed drastically: "What? How could this be! No, I have to go back right away." With that, she lifted her foot to walk out of the palace.

Hongli quickly pulled her back: "Little Swallow, don't panic. This kind of panic won't help. I'll go back to the Prime Minister's residence with you to see what's going on. Maybe I can help."

Hongshi also said, "Fourth Brother is right. Little Swallow, I'll go with you too. More people means more options."

Little Swallow's eyes reddened as she looked at the two men: "Fourth Prince, Third Prince, thank you. Let's go now."

The three hurried out of the palace. Meanwhile, in the Prime Minister's residence, Lord Lin was sitting in his study with a furrowed brow. Madam Lin was beside him, wiping away tears anxiously: "My lord, what should we do? I wonder which villain is behind this. Court affairs are always complicated. What will happen to our whole family if we are implicated in some crime?"

Lord Lin sighed: "Madam, do not panic too much. Things have not reached the worst point yet. Let's see how the Emperor decides."

Before long, Xiao Yanzi and the others arrived at the Prime Minister's residence. Xiao Yanzi rushed into the room and asked anxiously, "Father, Mother, what exactly happened? Who impeached you in court?"

When Lord Lin saw Xiao Yanzi, a hint of relief flashed in his eyes, but he still said with concern, "My daughter, I haven't figured out the situation yet. They say that I made a mistake in handling a water conservancy project, but I clearly followed the rules. I don't know who is behind this."

Hongli stepped forward and said respectfully, "Lord Lin, please don't be anxious. I will definitely help you find out the truth about this matter. In the court, there are bound to be villains causing trouble. As long as we find the person behind it, we will surely be able to clear your name."

Hongshi nodded and said, "Lord Lin, Fourth Brother is right. We will do our best."

Lord Lin looked at the two princes and gratefully cupped his hands, saying, "Then thank you very much, Fourth Prince and Third Prince. I appreciate your trouble."

Little Swallow clenched her fists and said angrily, "Someone must be deliberately targeting our Prime Minister's residence. I must find this person and see who is so vicious!"

Just then, Su Peisheng arrived. He first bowed to the two princes, and then said to Lord Lin, "Lord Lin, the Emperor has heard of this matter and is very concerned. He has specially ordered me to come and see the situation and to pass on a message that you should sort out the relevant matters in the next few days so that a decision can be made in the court."

Lord Lin quickly replied, "Thank you for your concern, Your Majesty. This old minister will do his best and will never fail Your Majesty's expectations."

Little Swallow looked at Su Peisheng and asked anxiously, "Eunuch Su, you have excellent connections in the palace, do you know who is impeaching my father behind my back?"

Su Peisheng looked around and lowered his voice, saying, "Miss Lin, I've only heard a little about it. It seems to be related to some forces in the inner palace, but I dare not say anything more about the specifics."

Upon hearing this, Xiao Yanzi was startled. Was it related to the inner palace? Could it be that Zhixi and the others were up to something again? But why would they interfere in the affairs of the Prime Minister's residence?

Hongli and Hongshi exchanged a glance, understanding the situation better than they had imagined. It seemed the waters behind this were much deeper than they had thought, and the turmoil between the palace and the prime minister's residence had only just begun.

Everyone fell into deep thought, each devising their own way of dealing with the situation. Meanwhile, the unseen hand of power continued to stir up trouble in the shadows, making the already complex situation even more unpredictable. Everyone was struggling to find a way out in this fog of uncertainty, but what the future held remained unknown.