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

The person before them was none other than Hongshi, who had not appeared for a long time. He was still dressed in a blue robe, his face composed, but there was a hint of weariness in his eyes.

Hongshi smiled wryly: "Little Swallow, it's been a long time."

Hongli frowned and asked, "Third Brother, why are you here? And why are you involved in the Shadow Pavilion matter?"

Hongshi sighed softly: "Fourth brother, this is a long story. I accidentally discovered some clues about the Shadow Pavilion. Following the clues, I found that there was a huge conspiracy behind it, which not only involved the palace but also the martial arts world."

Little Swallow asked eagerly, "So what have you found out? Tell us quickly!"

Hongshi glanced at Xiaoyanzi and slowly said, "It seems that there is a mysterious force controlling the Dark Shadow Pavilion. They are using the murals to not only control the palace, but also to disrupt the world. I discovered that they are colluding with a Jianghu sect called Lingxu Sect. Lingxu Sect is skilled in using poison, and the poison that Consort Zhixi was poisoned by is very likely their doing."

Hongli's expression turned solemn: "Lingxu Sect? I've never heard of this sect. Third Brother, do you have any evidence?"

Hongshi took out a token from his pocket: "I obtained this from a suspicious person during my investigation. This token belongs to the Lingxu Sect, and the symbol on it seems to be related to the symbol we saw on the jade pendant before."

Little Swallow took the token and examined it carefully: "This symbol looks so complicated, what does it mean?"

Hongshi shook his head: "I don't know either. But I guess it might be a sign that they use to contact each other or distinguish their identities."

Just then, Lin Yuhang rushed over.

"Little Swallow, Fourth Prince, I've discovered some strange things in the manor," Lin Yuhang said breathlessly.

Little Swallow hurriedly asked, "Brother Yuhang, what's strange?"

Lin Yuhang said, "I noticed some strangers coming and going in the mansion. They were in a hurry and seemed to be looking for something. I secretly sent people to follow them and found that they were in contact with some eunuchs in the palace. Moreover, those eunuchs seemed to have a close relationship with Gao Wuyong."

Hongli's eyes narrowed: "Gao Wuyong? What's he up to now?"

Hongshi pondered for a moment: "It seems the conspiracy behind this is becoming increasingly complex. Gao Wuyong and Su Peisheng have been openly and covertly fighting each other. Could it be that he is colluding with the Shadow Pavilion and the Lingxu Sect in order to gain greater benefits in this court intrigue?"

Little Swallow said angrily, "That Gao Wuyong is such a villain! We must expose his conspiracy!"

Hongli nodded: "Third Brother, Yuhang, let's go back to the manor first and discuss this further. We can't let their conspiracy succeed."

When everyone returned to the Lin residence, Lord Lin's expression turned serious upon hearing the news.

"This matter concerns the safety of my Lin family, and we must not take it lightly," Lord Lin said.

Lin Yuhang said, "Father, I have increased the number of people patrolling the mansion to prevent those suspicious people from appearing again."

Lord Lin nodded: "Yes, well done. However, we need to take the initiative and not always be on the defensive."

Xiao Yanzi said, "Lord Lin, the Fourth Prince and I plan to continue investigating the Shadow Pavilion and the Spirit Void Sect. Do you have any suggestions?"

Lord Lin pondered for a moment: "You can start with the eunuchs who have dealings with Gao Wuyong and see if you can pry some useful information out of them. In addition, the Lingxu Sect must have a hideout in the martial arts world. If you can find it, you may be able to uncover the whole picture of their conspiracy."

Hongli said, "Lord Lin is absolutely right. I will arrange for people to investigate those eunuchs immediately. As for the Lingxu Sect's lair, I think we can ask General Zhaohui for help. He has some knowledge of the affairs of the martial world and may be able to provide some clues."

So, Hongli sent people to secretly monitor the suspicious eunuchs, while he himself took Xiaoyanzi to the General's Mansion to find General Zhaohui.

Upon hearing this news, General Zhao Hui's expression turned grave.

“Fourth Prince, Princess Consort, I have heard of the Lingxu Sect, but they are always mysterious and unpredictable. Finding their lair will not be easy. However, I can send people to inquire in the martial world. As soon as there is a clue, I will inform you immediately,” General Zhao Hui said.

Hongli said gratefully, "Thank you, General. The situation is critical now, and we can only rely on you."

After leaving the General's Mansion, Xiao Yanzi said to Hongli, "Fourth Prince, I feel like this matter is getting more and more complicated. Could we be falling into a huge trap?"

Hongli held her hand: "Little Swallow, don't be afraid. As long as we work together, we will definitely be able to break this conspiracy. No matter how many difficulties and obstacles lie ahead, I will be by your side."

Xiao Yanzi felt a warmth in her heart: "Fourth Prince, with you here, I have nothing to fear."

However, what they didn't know was that in the shadows of the palace, Gao Wuyong was meeting with a mysterious person.

"How did things go?" the mysterious man asked.

Gao Wuyong said obsequiously, "Don't worry, everything is going according to plan. Xiao Yanzi and Hongli have been led astray by us, and they have no idea what the real conspiracy is."

The mysterious man sneered, "Hmph! Don't let your guard down. They're not so easy to deal with. Keep an eye on them, and report back immediately if anything changes."

"Yes, sir," Gao Wuyong replied respectfully.

Upon returning to the Lin residence, Xiao Tao greeted them.

"Madam, A-Zhu found something strange while tidying up your clothes today," Xiao Tao said.

Little Swallow asked curiously, "What strange thing?"

Xiao Tao took out an exquisite sachet: "This is the sachet. A-Zhu has never seen you have this sachet before, and the fragrance on this sachet is very unique."

Little Swallow took the sachet and smelled it: "This fragrance... seems familiar."

Hongli also leaned closer to smell it: "This seems to be a special kind of fragrance. It is somewhat similar to the sachet we found in Consort Zhixi's palace, but not exactly the same."

Hongshi said, "Could this be another kind of poison from the Lingxu Sect? Or something they use to transmit messages?"

Little Swallow's eyes widened: "Passing on a message? Could it be that someone deliberately placed this sachet here?"

Lin Yuhang said, "No matter what, let's first find Physician Liu to take a look and see if there's anything strange about this sachet."

The group took the sachets to Physician Liu. After examining them carefully, Physician Liu said, "Fourth Prince, Princess Consort, the spices in these sachets do indeed contain a special ingredient, but I cannot yet determine its purpose. However, this is definitely not an ordinary spice, so you must be careful."

Little Swallow's doubts deepened: "What on earth is going on? Why would someone leave such a strange sachet with me?"

Hongli comforted her, "Little Swallow, don't worry. We'll investigate slowly, and the truth will eventually come out."

Just then, Su Peisheng came to report.

"Fourth Prince, the Emperor summons you and your wife to the palace," Su Peisheng said.

Hongli and Xiaoyanzi exchanged a glance, both seeing worry in each other's eyes.

"I wonder why Father Emperor summoned us?" Hongli murmured.

On the way to the palace, Xiao Yanzi said anxiously, "Fourth Prince, could it be because the Emperor found out about our investigation of the Shadow Pavilion? Will he blame us?"

Hongli shook his head: "Probably not. If the Emperor knew, it wouldn't be as simple as just summoning us. Perhaps there's something else going on."

Upon arriving before Emperor Yongzheng, one could see that he looked somewhat tired.

"Your subject greets Your Majesty," Hongli said, bowing.

Little Swallow also bowed, saying, "Greetings, Your Majesty."

Yongzheng looked at them and said, "Hongli, Xiaoyanzi, I have summoned you today because I have received news that there have been some unusual movements on the border recently, which seem to indicate that there is a foreign invasion. I would like to send you to investigate, and Xiaoyanzi may come with me."

Hongli was startled: "Father, I will certainly do my utmost. However, the matter of the Shadow Pavilion has not yet been fully investigated..."

Yongzheng said, "The affairs of the border are of great importance and cannot be neglected. As for the matter of the Shadow Pavilion, I will send other people to assist in the investigation. You should go to the border first, find out the situation, and report back as soon as possible."

"Yes, Father Emperor," Hongli replied.

After leaving Yongzheng's residence, Xiao Yanzi said, "Fourth Prince, could the affairs on the frontier also be related to the Shadow Pavilion? Could it be that they deliberately lured us away from the capital so that they could carry out their conspiracy in the capital?"

Hongli pondered for a moment: "It's not impossible. But we can't disobey the imperial decree. Let's make preparations and head to the frontier. Perhaps we can find some new clues there."

So, Hongli and Xiaoyanzi began preparations for their journey to the frontier. During the preparations, they discovered that some supplies had mysteriously disappeared, and several of the people in charge of the preparations had suddenly vanished.

Upon learning of this, Lin Yuhang said, "Someone is definitely up to no good. They don't want you to make it to the frontier smoothly."

Hongshi said, "It seems our adversaries have already begun to act. They are not only making moves in the palace, but also trying to create trouble for us on the frontier."

Little Swallow said angrily, "They are so wicked! We can't let them succeed."

Hongli calmly said, "Let's first find out why the supplies and personnel are missing. We can't act blindly, lest we fall into their trap."

After some investigation, they discovered that it was actually some eunuchs acting under Gao Wuyong's orders who secretly sabotaged the preparation of supplies and hid the individuals involved.

Emperor Hongli ordered the eunuchs to be arrested and interrogated. At first, the eunuchs were stubborn and refused to confess, but under Emperor Hongli's imposing pressure, they finally told the truth.

"Fourth Prince, it was Eunuch Gao who told us to do this. He said he wouldn't allow you and your wife to travel to the frontier smoothly and would create trouble for you," the little eunuch said tremblingly.

Hongli angrily exclaimed, "Gao Wuyong! How dare he!"

Little Swallow said, "Fourth Prince, what should we do now? Time is of the essence, and we can't let these things delay our journey to the frontier."

Hongli said, "I will arrange for people to prepare supplies again and set off as soon as possible. At the same time, I will send someone to report Gao Wuyong's actions to Father Emperor so that Father Emperor can deal with him."

With everyone's efforts, the supplies were finally replenished. Hongli and Xiaoyanzi led a group of people on their journey to the frontier.

Along the way, Little Swallow looked at the scenery outside the window, her mind filled with countless thoughts.

"Fourth Prince, what do you think we'll encounter on the frontier?" Little Swallow asked.

Hongli looked at her and smiled, saying, "No matter what we encounter, we will face it together. I believe that as long as we are together, there is no difficulty that we cannot overcome."

Little Swallow leaned on Hongli's shoulder: "Fourth Prince, I feel at ease knowing you said that."

However, unbeknownst to them, danger was closing in on their journey to the frontier. What conspiracies were the Shadow Pavilion and the Spirit Void Sect plotting lurking in the shadows? A breathtaking test awaited them.