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

The Shadow Pavilion's conspiracy was foiled, and the palace returned to its former tranquility. The court banquet proceeded smoothly, and the ministers congratulated Hongli and Xiaoyanzi, as the crisis had finally passed without serious harm.

After the banquet, Hongli and Xiaoyanzi strolled in the Imperial Garden. The moonlight, as clear as water, bathed them, adding a touch of warmth to the tranquil night.

"My dear consort, if it weren't for everyone working together, it would have been difficult to resolve this crisis so smoothly," Hongli said with emotion.

"Yes, thanks to Liu Qing, Liu Hong, and those ministers and guards who worked so hard to investigate," Xiao Yanzi said. "However, after this incident, I also realized that the palace may seem peaceful, but it is actually full of hidden dangers."

“You’re right. Although the world appears peaceful on the surface, there are always some people with ulterior motives who try to destroy it. As emperors and empresses, we bear the heavy responsibility of protecting the world,” Hongli said.

"Your Majesty, we must be even more careful in the future and never let such a thing happen again," Xiao Yanzi said firmly.

"Yes, having learned from this lesson, we must strengthen the palace's defenses, and at the same time, we must rectify the court's internal affairs, purging those officials connected with the Shadow Pavilion to ensure the court's integrity and incorruptibility," Hongli said.

In the days that followed, Hongli began to reorganize the court. He ordered a rigorous investigation of all officials, with zero tolerance for any signs of collusion with the Shadow Pavilion. At the same time, he strengthened the administration of the border regions, deploying more troops to prevent similar incidents of tribal collusion from happening again.

Little Swallow wasn't idle either. She often went among the palace maids and eunuchs, caring about their lives and encouraging them to be loyal to the court. She also organized some activities, enriching the cultural life of the palace and filling the entire palace with vitality.

"Princess, the activities you've organized are wonderful. We're having a great time every day," a palace maid said to Xiao Yanzi with a smile.

"Haha, as long as you're happy. We're all family, so let's work together to protect our palace," Little Swallow said.

Thanks to the efforts of Hongli and Xiaoyanzi, the court gradually restored order, and the people lived a peaceful life. However, the peaceful life did not make them lower their guard; instead, it made them cherish this hard-won tranquility even more.

One day, Little Swallow was admiring the flowers in the Imperial Garden when Princess Hejing came skipping and hopping over.

"Your Majesty, I've heard about what happened at the Shadow Pavilion. It was so dangerous!" Princess Hejing said.

"Yes, but everything is alright now. We should cherish our peaceful life now." Little Swallow patted Princess Hejing's head.

"Your Majesty, I want to be like you in the future, protecting our palace and our country," Princess Hejing said with a determined look.

"Haha, good! Princess Hejing is truly an ambitious child. However, you must study hard now so that you will be able to protect the country in the future," said Xiaoyanzi.

"Yes, I will definitely study hard!" Princess Hejing said.

Looking at Princess Hejing's innocent and adorable appearance, Xiao Yanzi felt a surge of joy. She knew that the hope for the future lay in these children.

Just then, Hongli walked over: "My beloved consort, Princess Hejing, what are you talking about? You seem so happy."

"Your Majesty, we were just talking about protecting the country together in the future," Xiao Yanzi said with a smile.

"Haha, very good. With your determination, I am relieved," Hongli said. "However, to protect the country, we need not only force, but also wisdom and benevolence."

“Your Majesty is right. We must ensure that the people live a good life so that the country can enjoy long-term stability,” Xiao Yanzi said.

“That’s right.” Hongli looked into the distance, his gaze firm. “We must pass it down from generation to generation, so that our country will always prosper.”

Behind this peace, Hongli and Xiaoyanzi deeply understand the weight of their responsibility. They will continue to work hand in hand, striving for the prosperity of the nation and the happiness of its people…

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