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

While in the palace, Xiao Yanzi felt a constant unease. She approached Consort Ling, her expression anxious: "Consort Ling, do you think there might already be an inside agent of the Xuan Ying Sect in the palace? That mysterious force seems to know everything we do!"

Consort Ling gently patted her hand, comforting her, "Little Swallow, don't panic. The palace is heavily guarded; it won't be easy for them to infiltrate it."

Little Swallow shook her head: "Your Majesty, I still feel uneasy. The leader of the Xuan Ying Sect was so arrogant that day, he must have something to rely on."

At this moment, Su Peisheng rushed over, bowed to Xiao Yanzi and Consort Ling, and said, "Your Majesty, Princess, His Majesty is furious in the Imperial Study, and Minister Li has suddenly died in prison!"

Little Swallow's eyes widened: "What? How could this be? Doesn't that mean all the clues have been cut off?"

Consort Ling frowned as well: "This must be someone's deliberate act, not wanting the Emperor to learn the truth from Minister Li."

Little Swallow gritted her teeth: "I'm going to see the Emperor!"

In the imperial study, Hongli's face was full of anger, and the floor was a mess. Xiao Yanzi walked in and said cautiously, "Your Majesty, please don't get too angry. Although the clues have been cut off with Minister Li's death, it also shows that the person behind it is afraid."

When Hongli saw Xiaoyanzi, his expression softened slightly: "Xiaoyanzi, I knew you would come. I suspect that someone in the palace is colluding with that mysterious force, which is why they were able to kill people right under my nose."

After pondering for a moment, Xiao Yanzi said, "Your Majesty, could it be the person who played the flute in the valley that day? He can make the Xuan Ying Sect obey, so he must have his own faction in the palace."

Hongli nodded: "I have the same idea. I have ordered General Zhaohui to strengthen the palace guards and secretly investigate the interactions between court officials and martial arts figures."

Upon hearing the news of Minister Li's sudden death at the Prime Minister's residence, Lin Yuxuan's suspicions deepened. He said to his father, "Father, Minister Li's death has made things even more complicated. I want to go to the prison to take a look; perhaps I can find some clues."

Lord Lin said worriedly, "Yu Xuan, this is too dangerous. The prison is now under the watchful eyes of various forces."

Lin Yuxuan said firmly, "Father, if we don't find out the truth, the court will never have peace. I will be careful."

Lin Yuhang stepped forward: "Little brother, I'll go with you. With me there, we can look after each other."

The two brothers arrived at the prison, where the jailers greeted them respectfully. Lin Yuxuan asked, "Was there anything unusual about Minister Li's death?"

The jailer replied, "Young master, a sudden cloud of smoke filled the air. When the smoke cleared, Minister Li was already dead. We didn't see anyone go in or out."

Lin Yuxuan and Lin Yuhang exchanged a glance. Lin Yuxuan said, "This must be the work of people from the martial arts world. It seems that the mysterious force is willing to go to any lengths to keep their secret."

In the inner palace, Niohuru Zhixi and Rong Momo were secretly delighted upon hearing of Minister Li's sudden death.

Zhixi said, "Granny, this is truly a godsend. With Minister Li dead, the Emperor will be even more troubled, and might even neglect Xiaoyanzi."

Rong Momo frowned: "Your Highness, that's not necessarily true. The Emperor's feelings for Xiao Yanzi are extraordinary, and he might even feel more pity for her. We need to consider this carefully."

Zhixi said impatiently, "Then, according to Granny, what should we do?"

Rong Momo whispered, "Your Highness, this old servant has heard that Lin Xiaoyan's family has a close relationship with Xiaoyanzi. Perhaps we can make a fuss about them."

Meanwhile, Hongzhou was also pondering the matter of the Xuan Ying Sect in his residence. He said to Dili Leyao, "Leyao, I believe that the matter of the Xuan Ying Sect is far from over. If the mysterious force behind it is not eliminated, the world will be in chaos sooner or later."

Dilireyao said, "Your Highness, what can we do?"

Hongzhou clenched his fist: "I will go to the Jianghu again to explore and find the lair of that mysterious force."

Dilire Yao said worriedly, "Your Highness, this journey will surely be fraught with danger. You must be careful."

Lin Yuxuan and Lin Yuhang searched the prison carefully, and suddenly, Lin Yuxuan found a strange jade pendant in the corner of Minister Li's cell.

Lin Yuxuan picked up the jade pendant and examined it carefully: "The pattern on this jade pendant is very peculiar; I've never seen anything like it before. Brother, do you think this might be a token of that mysterious force?"

Lin Yuhang took the jade pendant: "It's hard to say, but this is definitely an important clue. Let's hurry back to the palace and give this jade pendant to the Emperor."

They hurried back to the palace and presented the jade pendant to Hongli. Hongli looked at the jade pendant with a solemn expression: "I have never seen the pattern on this jade pendant before, but I feel that it may have some connection with the murals in the Shadow Pavilion."

Little Swallow leaned closer: "Your Majesty, are we one step closer to the truth?"

Hongli nodded: "I hope so. I will find some ministers who are knowledgeable about antiquities to take a look at this jade pendant."

What secret does this jade pendant hold? Will Hongzhou be able to find traces of the mysterious force in the martial world? How will Zhixi and Rong Momo deal with Lin Xiaoyan's family? The mysteries of the palace and the martial world remain unsolved, and everyone continues to struggle and search through this fog of mystery. This chapter is now complete. Stay tuned for the next chapter.