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

Little Swallow stared at the strange symbols, her brows furrowed, and said to Hongli, "Your Majesty, although I have some recollection of them, these symbols are extremely complex. I need to recall them carefully."

Hongli encouraged her, "Little Swallow, think about it carefully. This may be the key to unraveling the Shadow Society's conspiracy."

Hongzhou paced anxiously to the side: "What exactly is the Shadow Society up to? Could there be some secret weapon or clues related to treasure hidden in this dark cave?"

Consort Ling said worriedly, "Your Highness, this dark cave is eerie and terrifying; there might be some poisonous creatures inside. We must be careful."

Little Swallow's eyes suddenly lit up: "I remember now! This symbol seems to indicate a direction. Perhaps there is a deeper secret chamber inside the dark cave, and something important is hidden in that chamber."

Hongli said decisively, "No matter what, we must go in and find out. Hongzhou, select a few agile and meticulous guards to accompany me into the dark cave. Xiaoyanzi, you stay outside and inform me immediately if anything happens."

Little Swallow said discontentedly, "Your Majesty, I want to go too! I can protect myself, and maybe I can even be of help!"

Hongli said sternly, "Little Swallow, this is too dangerous. You can't go. I can't let you take such a risk."

Hongzhou also advised, "Sister-in-law, what the Emperor says is right. There are too many unknowns in this dark cave. It would be safest if you stayed outside to meet us."

Little Swallow said helplessly, "Alright then, you all must be careful!"

Hongzhou, accompanied by his chosen guards, entered the dark cave with Hongli. The cave was dimly lit, with only torches providing a meager illumination. The path beneath their feet was rugged and uneven, dotted with small puddles from time to time.

Hongzhou said warily, "Brother, this place has an eerie atmosphere. Everyone, watch your step."

As they walked, a stone gate suddenly appeared ahead. The stone gate was covered with various patterns, and there was a circular groove in the middle.

Hongli carefully observed the stone door and said, "This stone door seems to require something to open. Everyone, look around for any clues or objects that can be inserted into this groove."

The guards scattered and searched everywhere. Suddenly, one of the guards shouted, "Your Majesty, Your Highness, there is a strange stone here. Its shape seems to match the groove on the stone gate."

Hongzhou took the stone and embedded it into the groove. The stone door slowly opened, and a pungent odor wafted out. Inside was a secret chamber containing several large chests.

Hongzhou said excitedly, "Brother, could this be the Shadow Society's treasure?"

Hongli cautiously said, "Don't act rashly. Check the surroundings for any traps or mechanisms."

Just then, a sinister laugh echoed from the secret chamber: "Did you think you could get the treasure so easily?"

Everyone was startled as a dark figure darted out from the corner. The figure's face was covered, revealing only a pair of fierce eyes.

The shadowy figure said, "This treasure belongs to the Shadow Order; don't even think about it!"

Hongli calmly asked, "Who are you to the Shadow Society? What exactly is your conspiracy?"

The shadowy figure sneered, "Hmph, I am a protector of the Shadow Society. You court officials, attempting to sabotage our plans, today is your death day!"

Hongzhou retorted angrily, "What arrogance! You think you can stop us?"

Having said that, Hongzhou drew his sword and charged at the shadowy figure, who quickly drew his own blade to meet him. The two instantly clashed, their swords flashing.

Hongli said to the guards, "Protect the box well and don't let the contents be stolen."

The guards responded in unison, "As you command!"

Little Swallow waited anxiously outside the cave, her heart filled with unease: "Why hasn't he come out yet? Could something have happened?"

Inside the secret chamber, Hongzhou and the shadowy figure fought fiercely, neither gaining the upper hand. The shadowy figure's martial arts skills were superior, and Hongzhou found it difficult to defeat him for the time being.

Hongli observed from the side and noticed some familiar elements in the shadowy figure's moves. He was startled: "Could this martial arts style be related to a certain martial arts sect from back then?"

Hongli shouted to Hongzhou, "Hongzhou, be careful of his lower body skills!"

Upon hearing this, Hongzhou changed tactics, focusing his attack on the shadowy figure's lower body. The shadowy figure gradually revealed an opening, and Hongzhou seized the opportunity, thrusting his sword at it. The shadowy figure couldn't dodge in time and was slashed on the arm.

Seeing that things were not going well, the shadowy figure made a feint and then turned and rushed towards the box in the secret room.

Hongli shouted, "Oh no! He's going to destroy the contents of the box!"

The group hurriedly gave chase, and just as the shadowy figure was about to touch the box, several arrows suddenly shot out from the secret chamber.

Hongzhou shouted, "Everyone be careful!"

Everyone scrambled to avoid the hidden arrows, and chaos erupted within the secret chamber. Taking advantage of the chaos, the shadowy figure slipped into another hidden door.

Hongzhou said angrily, "He got away! Your Majesty, should we give chase?"

Hongli looked at the hidden door and pondered for a moment: "Let's not chase after them for now. This cave is full of traps. Let's check the contents of the box first; perhaps we can find more clues."

When they opened the box, they found no gold or silver treasures inside, but rather some letters and a secret manual.

Hongli picked up the letter and read it carefully, his expression growing increasingly grave: "This letter mentions an even bigger conspiracy. They actually want to use the treasure and palace secrets to incite conflict between the court and the martial arts world, and then reap the benefits."

Hongzhou exclaimed in surprise, "The Shadow Society is too ruthless! We must stop them as soon as possible."

Little Swallow waited anxiously outside the cave, and finally saw Hongli, Hongzhou and others emerge from the dark cave.

Little Swallow rushed forward: "Your Majesty, how are you? Are you injured?"

Hongli looked at Xiaoyanzi and said seriously, "Xiaoyanzi, we have discovered a huge conspiracy by the Shadow Society. We must redeploy and never let them succeed."

At this moment, a storm is brewing between the palace and the martial arts world. Xiao Yanzi, Hongli, and others stand at the center of this storm. Can they turn the tide in this crisis and protect the peace between the palace and the martial arts world by relying on these clues? How will the Shadow Society respond to their discovery and once again use their schemes and tricks? Everything is still unknown. The scales of fate are teetering on the brink of collapse in this tense situation.

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