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

Chapter 498: Old Friends Reunited, Original Aspirations Unchanged

Under Hongli's careful arrangement, Ziwei was officially named Princess Mingzhu and moved into Shufangzhai with Xiaoyanzi. On this day, the sun shone brightly, and Shufangzhai was completely renovated. Red silk was hung high, and the atmosphere was festive, as if celebrating this reunion that had been lost.

Little Swallow got up early and carefully dressed herself in front of the bronze mirror, her eyes full of anticipation. Looking at herself in the mirror, the corners of her mouth turned up slightly, her heart filled with mixed emotions. "Ziwei, we'll be living together in Shufangzhai again. This time, we can't let those troubles ruin our happiness again," she murmured softly, as if encouraging herself, or as if bidding farewell to the past.

Just as she was lost in her memories, a commotion arose outside the door. Little Swallow quickly got up and hurried out of the room. She saw Ziwei and Jinsuo chatting and laughing with Erkang, Ertai, Yongqi, and others, while Xiao Dengzi, Xiao Zhuozi, Xiao Chongzi, and Xiao Wenzi were busy serving them. Mingyue and Caixia were carrying tea and snacks, their faces beaming with smiles.

Seeing this familiar scene, Xiao Yanzi's eyes instantly welled up with tears, which streamed down her face uncontrollably. These faces, these companions who had weathered storms together, were now gathered again in Shufangzhai, and everything seemed to have returned to the beginning.

"Little Swallow, why are you crying?" Ziwei, with her sharp eyes, was the first to spot Little Swallow and quickly came over to ask with concern.

Little Swallow raised her hand to wipe away her tears, and said with a smile, "I'm just happy. Look, we're together again, it's like a dream."

Yongqi stepped forward, his eyes full of tenderness: "Little Swallow, from now on we can play together again and face everything in the palace together."

Erkang and Ertai also greeted Xiaoyanzi, their eyes filled with concern and care. Xiao Dengzi, Xiao Zhuozi, and the others gathered around, saying in unison, "Princess, you're finally back at Shufangzhai! We've missed you so much!"

Little Swallow looked at them, feeling a surge of warmth in her heart. She took a deep breath and said with emotion, "After all this time, we've come full circle. But this time, I'm determined to make everyone happy and never let any of that messy stuff interfere again."

Everyone nodded in agreement. And so, in the cheerful and lively Shufangzhai, they sat together, sharing their recent experiences. Erkang recounted his observations at court, Ertai shared his amusing stories of learning martial arts from his master, and Yongqi recounted his various experiences in the palace.

Little Swallow listened with great interest, occasionally chiming in with a few words that made everyone burst into laughter. Ziwei sat quietly to the side, a gentle smile on her face, watching the lively scene before her, her heart filled with happiness.

"By the way, we need to make a good plan about how we'll live in this palace from now on," Xiao Yanzi suddenly suggested, her eyes sparkling with intelligence.

“Alright, Little Swallow, feel free to share your thoughts,” Yongqi replied with a smile.

"I think we can sneak out of the palace like we used to, stroll around the market outside, try some delicious snacks, and watch folk performances," Little Swallow said enthusiastically.

Everyone thought it was a good idea and agreed. So they began to discuss how to sneak out of the palace without the guards' notice.

In this warm and joyful atmosphere, the story of Shufangzhai unfolds once again. Little Swallow and Ziwei, carrying memories from their past lives, join their companions to prepare for new challenges and continue their legendary tale. Their laughter and joy will echo for a long time within the red walls and yellow tiles of the Forbidden City, becoming an unforgettable and beautiful memory.