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

Inside the Imperial Study in the Forbidden City, the flickering candlelight illuminated Hongli's furrowed brow. Clad in a bright yellow dragon robe, he sat upright before his desk, clutching a urgent report from the frontier. The words on it seemed like sharp thorns piercing his heart. "These remnants of the regime dare to be so rampant!" Hongli roared, slamming his fist heavily on the desk, causing the writing brush, ink, paper, and inkstone to shake.

Xiao Yanzi stood to the side, dressed in a moon-white qipao embroidered with delicate plum blossoms, a pink silk sash tied around her waist, which accentuated her anxious expression. "Your Majesty, the situation on the border is critical. We must come up with a solution as soon as possible." Her voice was urgent as she walked to Hongli's side, gently taking his hand and trying to soothe his emotions.

Hongli took a deep breath, trying to calm himself down: "I intend to summon General Zhaohui to the palace immediately to discuss countermeasures. Although Lin Yuhang is capable, the situation on the border is complex, and we still need an experienced general like General Zhaohui to oversee things." His eyes revealed determination and decisiveness, as if at this moment, all the pressure had turned into motivation for him to move forward.

Just then, Xiao Dengzi hurriedly entered the imperial study and knelt down with a thud: "Your Majesty, Your Majesty the Empress, General Zhao Hui requests an audience."

"Summon them quickly!" Hongli said immediately, a hint of anticipation flashing in his eyes.

General Zhao Hui strode into the imperial study. He wore a black cloak over silver armor. Although he was over fifty, he was still agile and had sharp eyes. He knelt on one knee and performed a deep salute: "Your Majesty, I have heard of an urgent report from the border and have come to request permission."

"General Zhaohui, please rise." Hongli said hastily, "The remaining forces on the border are stirring up trouble, and I was just about to discuss countermeasures with you."

General Zhao Hui stood up, clasped his hands in a fist and said, “Your Majesty, in my opinion, we should first send an elite force to the border to stabilize the situation. At the same time, we should secretly investigate the masterminds behind these remaining forces and eliminate them in one fell swoop.” His voice was deep and powerful, as if it carried a reassuring strength.

Hongli nodded slightly, and after thinking for a moment, said, "What the general said is very true. However, the selection of personnel for this elite force still needs to be carefully considered."

At this moment, Xiao Yanzi spoke up, "Your Majesty, I think Yongqi can participate in this operation. He has been diligent and studious since childhood and has a good understanding of military strategy. This is a good opportunity for him to gain experience." Her eyes shone with anticipation, as if she could see Yongqi's heroic figure on the battlefield.

Hongli frowned slightly, a hint of worry flashing in his eyes: "Yongqi is still young, I'm worried about him..."

“Your Majesty, Yongqi has grown up and is capable of shouldering this responsibility,” Xiao Yanzi quickly said. “Moreover, with General Zhaohui guiding him, there shouldn’t be any problems.”

General Zhao Hui nodded and said, "Your Majesty, I also believe that Prince Yongqi is a promising talent. I will do my utmost to protect his safety during this operation."

Hongli pondered for a moment, then finally nodded: "Alright, since you all say so, then let Yongqi accompany you to the frontier. However, General Zhaohui, you must be extra careful and ensure Yongqi's safety."

"Your subject obeys the decree!" General Zhao Hui replied.

After General Zhaohui left, Hongli looked at Xiaoyanzi with worry in his eyes: "Empress, I am really worried about Yongqi going to the frontier."

Xiao Yanzi gently held Hongli's hand and comforted him, "Your Majesty, please rest assured. Yongqi will definitely return safely. Moreover, we have so many loyal soldiers; we will surely quell the rebellion on the border." Her voice was gentle yet firm, as if she were encouraging Hongli.

Hongli nodded slightly and gently embraced Xiaoyanzi: "With you by my side, I feel much more at ease."

The following morning, sunlight streamed onto the walls of the Forbidden City, bathing the entire palace in a golden glow. Yongqi, dressed in a black, close-fitting outfit with a sharp sword at his waist, stood dashingly before the palace gates. His eyes shone with determination and anticipation, as if he couldn't wait to rush to the battlefield and serve his country.

Xiao Yanzi and Hongli arrived at the palace gate to see Yongqi off. Xiao Yanzi walked up to Yongqi, her eyes filled with reluctance: "Yongqi, you must take good care of yourself on your journey to the frontier. If you encounter danger, never be reckless, understand?" Her hand gently stroked Yongqi's cheek, as if she wanted to etch his image into her heart.

Yongqi nodded slightly, tears glistening in his eyes: "Father, Mother, rest assured. Your son will definitely return safely." His voice was slightly choked, but full of determination.

Hongli stepped forward and patted Yongqi on the shoulder: "Yongqi, on this trip to the frontier, you must obey General Zhaohui's command and not act on your own. I believe you will be able to complete the mission successfully." His eyes were full of expectation, as if he could already see Yongqi making great achievements on the battlefield.

"Your subject obeys the decree!" Yongqi said loudly, then turned around and mounted his horse.

"Let's go!" General Zhao Hui gave the order, and the army marched in a grand procession toward the frontier.

Xiao Yanzi and Hongli stood in front of the palace gate, watching Yongqi's departing figure, reluctant to leave for a long time. "Your Majesty, Yongqi will definitely return safely, right?" Xiao Yanzi asked softly, her eyes full of worry.

Hongli gently put his arm around Xiaoyanzi's shoulder: "It will definitely happen. We must believe in Yongqi and our soldiers." His voice was firm and powerful, as if giving confidence to himself and Xiaoyanzi.

However, unbeknownst to them, a new crisis was brewing in the capital as they bid farewell to Yongqi. A group of mysterious figures were secretly gathering, their target the imperial palace. All of this was witnessed by a lowly eunuch hiding in a corner. The eunuch was pale, his eyes filled with fear; he knew a far greater storm was about to break…