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

Xiao Jian smiled slightly: "Miss Lin, you're too kind. I still have some things to investigate. I'll let you know if there's any new information."

After speaking, Xiao Jian took his leave. Xiao Yanzi watched his departing figure, her heart filled with doubt and worry. How would the turmoil in the palace and the Prime Minister's residence unfold? And what kind of conspiracy did that mysterious organization harbor? Could she find a way out of this fog of mystery and protect her family and loved ones?

Little Swallow turned to go back into the house and bumped into Little Peach. Little Peach hurriedly came up to her and asked, "Miss, has that young master left? Did he find out anything?"

Xiao Yanzi shook her head, her brows furrowed: "He didn't say much, only that he was going to investigate that mysterious organization. Xiao Tao, I feel uneasy. In this palace, various forces are deeply intertwined, and now a mysterious organization has emerged. I really don't know how much trouble it will cause."

Xiao Tao comforted her, "Miss, don't worry too much. No matter what, you still have the Fourth Prince and the Third Prince. They will definitely protect you."

Little Swallow sighed softly, "They have good intentions, but there are too many conspiracies and schemes behind this. By the way, is there any new development from the Prime Minister's residence? Has anything been settled regarding my father's matter?"

Xiao Tao's eyes dimmed slightly: "Master is still sorting out related matters, and the Emperor has not yet issued any further decrees. However, Madam said that you should keep an eye out in the palace as well. If you can get some help, it might be beneficial to Master's affairs."

Little Swallow gritted her teeth: "I understand. I'll go ask the Fourth Prince right away and see if he has any ideas."

Xiao Yanzi hurried to Hongli's residence, only to find Hongzhou there as well. Hongzhou's expression was complicated when he saw Xiao Yanzi, but he spoke first: "Xiao Yanzi, you've come. I was just discussing with my fourth brother whether we could find any clues about the person behind Lord Canlin."

Little Swallow looked at them gratefully: "Fourth Prince, Fifth Prince, thank you for your hard work. I was really worried about my father. He was inexplicably impeached. Someone must have deliberately framed him."

Hongli nodded slightly: "Little Swallow, don't be anxious. We are already investigating the people in the harem who are connected with the affairs of the court, to see if we can find any clues. I suspect that this matter is related to the trouble you were caused by Zhixi and Rong Mama in the palace before. Perhaps it is the same force behind it."

Little Swallow's eyes widened: "Fourth Prince, are you saying it might be Zhixi and the others? Why are they targeting my Prime Minister's residence like this? Just because I'm close to you?"

Hongzhou snorted coldly from the side: "Hmph! That Zhixi has always been jealous. She can't stand seeing Fourth Brother treat you well, so she might just resort to such underhanded tricks."

Little Swallow said angrily, "If it were them, I would not let them off easily! But we need evidence, we can't just rely on guesses."

Hongli pondered and said, "That's right. We also need to start from other aspects, such as the water conservancy project mentioned in the memorial. I have sent people to investigate the personnel involved in the project to see if we can find any loopholes or signs that someone has been bribed."

As they were talking, Su Peisheng walked in, bowed, and said, "Fourth Prince, Fifth Prince, Miss Lin. This old servant has just received news that the Xinjiang princess Dili Leyao went to the Fifth Prince's residence and had a dispute with the Fifth Prince's concubine."

Upon hearing this, Hongzhou frowned: "What's going on? I've only been out for a short while, how come she's already arguing with the concubine?"

Xiao Yanzi looked at Hongzhou with some worry: "Fifth Prince, you should go back and check on things quickly, lest things escalate."

Hongzhou nodded, stood up and said goodbye: "Fourth Brother, Little Swallow, I'll go back and check first, and I'll let you know if there's any news."

After Hongzhou left, Xiaoyanzi said to Hongli, "Fourth Prince, I'll go with you and see what's going on. I'm afraid something might go wrong."

Hongli thought for a moment and said, "Alright, go and see. If you can mediate, then do so. Don't let the conflict escalate. I'll continue investigating the matter at the Prime Minister's residence."

When Xiao Yanzi arrived at Hong Zhou's residence, she heard arguing coming from inside.

Dilire Yao said angrily, "Why are you so disrespectful to me, my concubine? Although I have come from afar, I am still a princess. How dare you humiliate me like this!"

The concubine retorted sharply, "Hmph! Don't think you're so great just because you're a princess. This is the Fifth Prince's residence; it's not your place to act wildly here!"

Hongzhou walked into the room and shouted, "Shut up! What kind of behavior is this, making such a racket in this mansion!"

When Dilire Yao saw Hongzhou, her eyes reddened: "Fifth Prince, you're finally back. Your concubine deliberately made things difficult for me and said some nasty things."

The concubine hurriedly defended herself: "Fifth Prince, she provoked me first. I only said a few words back."

Hongzhou rubbed his temples in annoyance: "Alright, stop arguing. The princess is new here, and as her concubine, you should be more tolerant. Princess, don't hold it against her either. Wouldn't it be better if everyone got along harmoniously?"

Dilireyao retorted angrily, "Fifth Prince, are you really going to favor her like this? What standing do I have left in this mansion?"

Little Swallow quickly stepped forward to persuade him, "Princess, that's not what the Fifth Prince meant. We all live under the same roof, so friction is inevitable. Just be understanding of each other."

Dilire Yao looked at Xiao Yanzi and said, "Miss Lin, this is a family matter between me and the Fifth Prince. Why are you interfering?"

Xiao Yanzi said somewhat awkwardly, "Princess, I just don't want to see everyone have a falling out. I'm also friends with the Fifth Prince, so naturally I hope his residence can be more peaceful."

Hongzhou looked at Xiaoyanzi, his heart filled with mixed emotions: "Xiaoyanzi, I appreciate your kindness. You should go back now, I will handle this matter."

Seeing this, Xiao Yanzi knew it wasn't appropriate for her to stay, so she said, "Alright then, Fifth Prince, Princess, please calm down and stop arguing."

After leaving Hongzhou's residence, Xiaoyanzi couldn't help but sigh at how complicated the emotional entanglements within the palace were. She was worried about the affairs of the Prime Minister's residence while also being drawn into the romantic conflicts among the princes.

Back at her residence, Lin Yuhang was waiting for her. Upon seeing Xiao Yanzi, Lin Yuhang quickly said, "Little sister, I heard about Father's situation. Any progress on your end?"

Xiao Yanzi shook her head helplessly: "Fourth Prince and I are investigating, but we don't have any leads yet. We only suspect that someone in the harem is colluding with certain forces in the court to frame Father."

Lin Yuhang clenched his fist: "Who on earth is so vicious? If I find out, I will never let him get away with it! Sister, I will also inquire around outside to see if I can find any clues."

Looking into her brother's determined eyes, Xiao Yanzi felt a surge of warmth in her heart: "Brother, thank you. With you here, I have more confidence. But this palace is full of dangers, so please be careful."

Lin Yuhang nodded: "Don't worry, sister, I will be careful. You should also be careful in the palace and not fall into other people's traps."

That night, Xiao Yanzi lay in bed, tossing and turning, unable to fall asleep. She thought about the events of the day, her heart filled with worry. The turmoil in the palace and the Prime Minister's residence was like a storm, and she felt so small and helpless in its midst. She didn't know what tomorrow would bring, nor whether she could find a way out of this predicament and protect everything she cherished.

Meanwhile, in another part of the palace, Imperial Noble Consort Zhen Huan was also pondering recent events. She said to her maid, "The situation in the palace is becoming increasingly complicated. Lin Xiaoyan's appearance has disrupted many of the original plans. I wonder how Hongli's relationship with her will affect his future. And as for the matter of the Prime Minister's residence, there must be many people plotting behind the scenes. I must prepare early and not let Hongli fall into a passive position."

The maid said softly, "Your Highness, you've already worked so hard. There are so many things to do in the palace. You must take better care of yourself."

Zhen Huan sighed softly: "As Hongli's birth mother, how can I not put in more effort? In this palace, one wrong step can lead to utter ruin. I must secure a good future for Hongli in this complex situation, and I cannot let Lin Xiaoyan be easily schemed against, after all, she is a special person to Hongli."

Meanwhile, the mysterious organization was also operating in the shadows. A shadowy figure whispered in a corner, "Lin Xiaoyan's appearance has brought many variables to our plans. She has close ties with the princes, and we must find a way to take advantage of this, or eliminate her, otherwise our grand plan will be difficult to achieve."

Another voice said, "But she's always protected by people, so it's not easy to mess with her. Besides, her personality isn't something you can easily control."

"Hmph! In any case, we need to come up with a solution as soon as possible. The incident at the Prime Minister's residence is just the beginning; we have an even bigger conspiracy to follow."

As night deepened, the palace and the prime minister's residence remained shrouded in an unseen shadow. Everyone struggled and plotted in the darkness, and the direction of the story became increasingly unpredictable amidst countless thoughts and conspiracies.