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

During their peaceful days at Prince Bao's mansion, Xiao Yanzi and Hongli often strolled in the garden, planning for the future.

On this sunny day, Xiao Yanzi held Hongli's hand, her eyes full of intelligence: "Your Highness, do you think the Shadow Pavilion's forces might already be making moves secretly? We can't just sit here and wait to be killed!"

Hongli frowned slightly, pondered for a moment, and then said, "I have also been thinking about this matter. The Shadow Pavilion has always been mysterious and unpredictable. Now that you and I have been made kings, they will definitely notice something, and I'm afraid there will be new developments soon."

Little Swallow nodded, her expression resolute: "Then we need to speed up our investigation into the secrets of that mural. Perhaps we can find the key to restraining the Shadow Pavilion from it."

Just then, the steward rushed over to report: "Your Highness, Madam, Consort Niohuru Zhixi has come to visit."

Xiao Yanzi and Hongli exchanged a glance, both seeing a hint of doubt in each other's eyes. A short while later, Niohuru Zhixi entered the garden. She was dressed in magnificent attire, her face dignified, but her eyes revealed a barely perceptible hint of jealousy.

"Greetings to Your Highness and Your Highness's wife." Zhixi gave a slight curtsy.

Hongli said softly, "Consort, there's no need for such formalities. What brings you here today?"

Zhixi raised her head, looked at Xiaoyanzi, and slowly said, "I heard that the Prince and his wife have moved into this Prince Bao's Mansion, so I came to offer my congratulations. The mansion is so exquisitely decorated; the Princess is truly blessed."

Xiao Yanzi laughed and said, "You're too kind, Consort. This is all thanks to the Prince. I'm just benefiting from his favor."

Zhixi smiled gently, but with a hint of bitterness: "You are too modest, Madam. I have heard that you have been discussing some confidential matters with the Prince in the mansion recently. I am truly impressed that you can participate in such important matters."

Xiao Yanzi's heart skipped a beat, knowing that Zhixi's words had a hidden meaning, and she quickly said, "Consort, you misunderstand. I was just chatting with the Prince about everyday matters, how could it involve any confidential information?"

Hongli also sensed that something was amiss and said, "Zhixi, don't overthink it. There's nothing wrong between me and my wife."

Zhixi persisted, "Your Highness, as you know, there are many gossips in the palace. I am worried about Your Highness and the Fujin's reputation. After all, the Fujin was once quite close to the Fifth Prince Hongzhou, and now she is by Your Highness's side. It is inevitable that people will talk about her."

Upon hearing this, Xiao Yanzi immediately became angry: "Consort, what do you mean by this? Hongzhou and I have long since severed ties. Now, my heart belongs only to the Prince. Don't try to sow discord here!"

Zhixi feigned surprise: "Oh dear, my lady, please don't be angry. I was just trying to be helpful. As the prince's concubine, I naturally hope that everything is well for the prince."

Hongli said in a deep voice, "Zhixi, what you said today was indeed excessive. I have my own reasons for this matter. You should go back to your residence and not mention it again."

Zhixi bit her lip, a hint of resentment flashing in her eyes, but she could only reply, "Yes, Your Highness. Then I shall take my leave."

After Zhixi left, Xiaoyanzi stomped her feet in anger: "That Zhixi, she clearly came here on purpose to make things difficult for me, Your Highness, why are you still being so polite to her?"

Hongli sighed: "After all, she is a concubine. In this palace, we still have to maintain appearances. Moreover, she may have other forces backing her. We cannot easily clash with her."

Little Swallow snorted: "I don't care who's behind her. If she dares to provoke me again, I won't let her off easily!"

Hongli looked at Xiaoyanzi with affection: "You are still so impulsive. However, it is precisely this genuine nature of yours that makes me like you. Alright, don't get upset, we have more important things to do."

Meanwhile, in the Prince Heshuo's residence, Hongzhou sat alone in the courtyard, holding a wine cup in his hand, his eyes somewhat unfocused.

His attendant whispered, "Your Highness, please drink less. Drinking like this will harm your health."

Hongzhou shook his head with a bitter smile: "You don't understand, I'm suffering. I thought I could be with Xiaoyanzi forever, but now I can only watch her and Fourth Brother being all lovey-dovey in the Prince Bao's mansion. My heart feels like it's being cut by a knife."

The attendant sighed helplessly, "Your Highness, things have come to this point, you can only let it go. You still have the status of a Prince of Heshuo, and you still have a wife. You must think about your future."

Hongzhou downed the wine in one gulp: "Let go? It's easier said than done. My feelings for Xiaoyanzi are not something I can just let go of."

Meanwhile, on the other side of the palace, although Empress Yixiu was under house arrest, her palace was not deserted. Her personal maid was reporting to her what was happening at Prince Bao's residence.

Empress Yixiu frowned slightly: "This little swallow is really restless. She and Hongli are so high-profile, they will cause trouble sooner or later. Although I am under house arrest, I cannot let them run wild."

A palace maid asked, "Your Majesty, what do you intend to do?"

Empress Yixiu sneered: "I will have my own way. I have also heard about the Shadow Pavilion. Perhaps we can make use of it."

Within and outside the palace, various forces secretly operate around Xiao Yanzi and Hongli. The two explore the secrets of the murals in the Shadow Pavilion at Prince Bao's residence, facing an uncertain and perilous path. Yet, their love remains steadfast, and with love and faith, they bravely break through the fog and move forward fearlessly.