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

Little Swallow smiled and said, "Dad, I'm so glad you're alright. It's what we should do."

Lord Lin looked at Xiao Yanzi with satisfaction: "Yan'er, you have really grown up now. I am very pleased with you."

The Prime Minister's wife nodded in agreement: "Yes, our daughter is becoming more and more sensible."

Xiao Yanzi and Hongli exchanged a glance, their eyes filled with relief at surviving the ordeal and anticipation for the future.

Hongzhou stepped forward, forcing a smile: "Little Swallow, Fourth Prince, seeing you both like this, I am relieved. I only wish you both a smooth life from now on."

Xiao Yanzi felt a warmth in her heart: "Hongzhou, thank you."

Hongzhou waved his hand: "That's enough. There's no need for further words between us."

At this moment, Lin Yuhang said, "Sister, we were able to escape danger this time thanks to the help of the Fourth Prince and all our friends. We must express our gratitude properly."

Little Swallow laughed and said, "Brother is right. We will definitely prepare a grand feast another day."

As everyone was talking, Su Peisheng rushed over.

"Fourth Prince, Princess Consort, His Majesty has decreed that the Fourth Prince and Princess Consort be summoned to the palace immediately."

Xiao Yanzi and Hongli were startled, wondering why the Emperor had summoned them.

"Eunuch Su, do you know why His Majesty summoned you?" Hongli asked.

Su Peisheng replied respectfully, "This old servant is unaware, Fourth Prince. Your Highness, Your Highness should hurry to the palace and not keep His Majesty waiting."

“Alright, let’s go to the palace now,” Hongli said.

On the way to the palace, Xiao Yanzi said with some worry, "Fourth Prince, do you think the Emperor might be looking for us because of Zhixi?"

Hongli held her hand: "Don't be afraid, I'm here. No matter what happens, we'll face it together."

Upon arriving at the palace, Yongzheng was sitting in his study, looking slightly tired.

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

Little Swallow also bowed: "Greetings, Your Majesty, Imperial Noble Consort."

Yongzheng looked at them and slowly said, "Hongli, Xiaoyanzi, have you made any new discoveries regarding Zhixi's poisoning this time?"

Hongli said, "Father, Xiaoyanzi and I are investigating and have found some clues related to a mysterious tribe. I suspect that the Shadow Pavilion is behind this."

Yongzheng frowned: "The Shadow Pavilion? How dare this force act so recklessly in the palace! You must find out the truth as soon as possible and bring the mastermind behind it to justice."

"Yes, Father Emperor," Hongli replied.

Consort Zhen Huan said from the side, "Your Majesty, Hongli and Xiaoyanzi have also had a hard time these days. They have been trying their best to find out the truth."

Yongzheng nodded slightly: "I know. But such intrigues and schemes are not allowed in this palace."

After leaving the Imperial Study, Xiao Yanzi breathed a sigh of relief: "Thank goodness, the Emperor didn't blame us."

Hongli smiled and said, "With Mother's help, and the Emperor's knowledge of our efforts, we do need to speed up our investigation."

They arrived in the garden, only to find Niohuru Zhixi sitting in the pavilion.

"Fourth Prince, Princess Consort, you've arrived." Zhixi stood up and bowed.

Little Swallow looked at her: "Zhixi, are you feeling any better?"

Zhixi smiled gently: "Thank you for your concern, Madam. I'm much better now. I know you're investigating my poisoning, and I actually have some questions myself."

Hongli asked, "Zhixi, what is your doubt?"

Zhixi said, "I remember receiving a letter from a mysterious person before I was poisoned. The letter only said that there was a great gift for me, which was among the rare treasures of the Western Regions. At the time, I didn't think much of it, but now I realize that someone must have done it on purpose."

Little Swallow's eyes lit up: "Is that letter still there?"

Zhixi shook her head: "I didn't pay attention to it at the time and threw it away. However, I remember that the handwriting on the letter was a bit strange, as if it was deliberately disguised."

Hongli pondered for a moment: "It seems that the person behind this is extremely cunning. We should start with the handwriting and see if we can find any clues."

Just then, Granny Rong came over.

"Consort, what are you doing here? You haven't fully recovered yet, you mustn't be exposed to the wind," said Rong Mama.

Zhixi said, "Granny, I'm fine. I'm talking to the Fourth Prince and his wife about something."

Rong Momo glanced at Xiao Yanzi and Hongli, a hint of displeasure flashing in her eyes: "Fourth Prince, Princess Consort, this old servant thinks that the Consort needs to rest. You should come another day."

Little Swallow was a little angry: "Granny Rong, we are talking about serious matters, don't always meddle in other people's business."

Before Rong Momo could argue further, Zhixi said, "Momo, you may leave now."

Helpless, Rong Momo had no choice but to leave.

Xiao Yanzi said to Zhixi, "Zhixi, you have to be careful of Rong Momo. I always feel that something is wrong with her."

Zhixi nodded: "I know, Madam. I will keep an eye on it."

After leaving the garden, Xiao Yanzi and Hongli decided to go find General Zhaohui to see if he had any clues about the mysterious handwriting.

In the general's mansion, General Zhao Hui carefully examined the calligraphy rubbings they had brought.

“Fourth Prince, Princess Consort, this handwriting looks familiar, but I can’t quite place where I’ve seen it before. I’ll send someone to investigate and see if we can find similar handwriting,” General Zhao Hui said.

Hongli said, "Then I'll have to trouble you, General."

After leaving the General's Mansion, Xiao Yanzi said, "Fourth Prince, I want to go out and explore the countryside. Maybe I can find some clues."

Hongli was somewhat worried: "The common people are a mixed bag, it's too dangerous for you to go alone. I'll go with you."

They arrived at the bustling market in the capital, a lively and vibrant scene.

Looking around, Little Swallow exclaimed excitedly, "Fourth Prince, look how lively it is here! Maybe we'll run into someone connected to that mysterious tribe!"

Hongli smiled helplessly: "You're always so optimistic. But we still need to be careful."

They entered a calligraphy and painting shop, which was filled with various calligraphy and painting works.

The shop owner saw them and quickly came forward: "Gentlemen, what kind of calligraphy and paintings would you like to see?"

Little Swallow said, "Boss, we're looking for some paintings or calligraphy with unusual symbols or handwriting. Do you have any here?"

The shop owner thought for a moment and said, "Sir, I do have an ancient painting here with some unusual handwriting, but I don't know if it's what you're looking for."

The shopkeeper took out the ancient painting, and Xiao Yanzi and Hongli noticed that the handwriting on the painting was somewhat similar to the handwriting on the letter that Zhixi had received.

"Boss, where did you get this painting?" Hongli asked.

The shop owner said, "I bought this from a traveling merchant who said he obtained it on the frontier."

Xiao Yanzi and Hongli exchanged a glance, feeling that this might be an important clue.

"Boss, we'll take this painting," Hongli said.

They took the ancient painting back to their lodgings and began to study it carefully.

“Fourth Prince, look at the symbols in this painting. They seem to have some connection with the symbols we saw on the jade pendant before,” Xiao Yanzi said.

Hongli nodded: "That's right. There must be something fishy about this. We need to think about it carefully."

Just then, Xiao Tao came in and said, "Madam, A Zhu has spotted a suspicious person outside the mansion who has been loitering there."

Little Swallow stood up: "A suspicious person? Let's go check it out."

They arrived outside the mansion and saw a person dressed in black sneaking around in a corner.

"Who are you? Why are you loitering outside the mansion?" Hongli asked loudly.

When the man saw them, he turned and ran.

"Chase!" Little Swallow shouted.

They followed the man to a secluded courtyard, but he suddenly disappeared.

"Strange, where did everyone go?" Little Swallow looked around.

Hongli said, "This courtyard is a bit eerie. Let's be careful."

They went into the yard and found some strange tools and papers covered with symbols inside the house.

“These symbols…” Little Swallow picked up a piece of paper.

Upon closer inspection, Hongli exclaimed, "These symbols are very similar to those on the murals in the Shadow Pavilion! It seems we've come to the right place."

Just then, a group of men in black suddenly appeared and surrounded them.

“You’ve finally arrived,” said the leader of the men in black.

"Who are you people?" Hongli asked.

The leader of the men in black sneered, "We are from the Shadow Pavilion. You know too much. Today is your death day!"

Little Swallow retorted angrily, "Don't even think about it! We're not afraid of you!"

A fierce battle is about to unfold. Will Xiao Yanzi and Hongli be able to break through successfully? And will they be able to uncover the secrets behind the Shadow Pavilion?