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

Xiao Jian was carefully studying the notebooks that Qing'er and Xiao Xiao Yanzi had brought back in the study, while Yongqi, Erkang, Qing'er, and Xiao Xiao Yanzi sat around him.

“Look, most of the people on these lists are key members of the Shadow Cult, but there are a few names that I feel are connected to the west and south of the city,” Xiao Jian said, pointing to a few lines in the notebook.

Yongqi leaned closer to take a look, frowned, and said, "I think I heard someone mention this Wang Mazi when I was inquiring about things in the south of the city. I didn't pay attention to it at the time, but now that I think about it, he might be related to the mysterious person."

Erkang also seemed to be deep in thought: "I heard in the west of the city that there's a mysterious financier behind the bandits' den, who's been providing them with money and supplies. Could it be one of these people?"

Qing'er nodded gently: "Very likely. Moreover, these letters and symbols may be their means of communication. If we can decipher these codes, we might be able to find the mysterious person's hiding place."

Little Swallow said anxiously, "Then we must quickly think of a way to solve this! Maybe the mysterious person is up to something again, we have to catch him quickly."

Xiao Jian pondered for a moment and said, "Yongqi, continue your in-depth investigation in the south of the city to find out what Wang Mazi's true identity is and what his relationship is with the mysterious person. Erkang, you also need to intensify your efforts in the west of the city and find out the connection between the bandit den and the mysterious person."

Yongqi and Erkang replied in unison, "Yes!"

Xiao Jian then looked at Qing'er and Xiao Xiao Yanzi: "You two stay in the capital and find some people who understand coded language to try to decipher the symbols and the contents of these letters. You might be able to get some crucial clues from them."

Qing'er nodded: "Okay, we'll get on it as soon as possible. There are many extraordinary people in the capital; we should be able to find someone knowledgeable."

Little Swallow patted her chest confidently: "Don't worry, Xiao Jian! We can definitely handle it!"

A few days later, Yongqi made new progress in his investigation in the south of the city. He returned to the palace and immediately reported to Xiao Jian and the others.

“Xiao Jian, I’ve found out that this Wang Mazi is a local tyrant in the south of the city, and he has connections with many underworld forces. Moreover, his recent movements have been very strange; he often meets with strangers,” Yongqi said.

"Have you found out the identities of those strangers?" Xiao Jian asked hurriedly.

Yongqi shook his head: "Those people are very cautious, and I haven't found out their identities yet. But I've noticed that every time Wang Mazi meets with these people, he goes deeper into the mountains."

At this moment, Erkang returned, looking excited: "I've made some progress in the west of the city. The mastermind behind the bandits' den is very likely a man named Li San on the list. Moreover, I heard that Li San recently had contact with a mysterious big shot, and this mysterious person is very likely the mysterious person we're looking for."

Qing'er and Little Swallow also rushed over. Little Swallow said impatiently, "We found an old scholar who is very knowledgeable about all kinds of codes. After he deciphered them, these letters mentioned a transaction location, which is in a valley outside the city, and it seems to be very close to the location of the bandits' den."

As Xiao Jian listened to everyone's reports, a glint flashed in his eyes: "It seems these clues are starting to intertwine. This transaction location is likely the key. We must proceed with caution and avoid alerting them."

Yongqi rubbed his hands together, eager to get started: "Then let's get moving quickly, maybe we can catch the mysterious person there."

Xiao Jian waved his hand: "Don't rush. We don't know the terrain or the enemy's situation yet. We need to develop a detailed plan to ensure everything goes smoothly."

Er Kang nodded in agreement: "Xiao Jian is right. We should send someone to scout out the situation first, to see how well the defenses are there, and how many enemies there are."

Qing'er added, "Furthermore, we need to consider all possible scenarios and prepare accordingly."

Little Swallow was a little anxious, but she knew she couldn't act impulsively: "Alright, let's make a plan first, and we must catch all the mysterious people in one fell swoop!"

The group sat together, meticulously discussing their plan of action. They knew this would be a crucial battle, concerning the safety and future of the capital. What other schemes was the mysterious figure lurking in the shadows? Could they successfully execute their plan and capture the mysterious figure? Everything was fraught with uncertainty amidst the tense planning…

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