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

In Prince Bao's mansion, Xiao Yanzi and Hongli did not dwell too much on Niohuru Zhixi's provocations, and remained fully focused on exploring the secrets of the Shadow Pavilion murals.

That day, the two were carefully studying the clues about the Shadow Pavilion they had collected from various places in the study when Xiao Tao whispered outside the door, "Your Highness, Madam, a mysterious person who claims to know about the Shadow Pavilion requests an audience."

Xiao Yanzi and Hongli exchanged a glance, both seeing surprise and confusion in each other's eyes. Hongli said in a deep voice, "Please come in quickly."

A moment later, a man dressed in black robes with a cold expression entered the study. He bowed slightly and said, "Your Highness, Your Highness, I am Mo Yuan, and I have come to share with you the affairs of the Shadow Pavilion."

Little Swallow asked eagerly, "Do you really know about the Shadow Pavilion? Then tell me quickly, what kind of conspiracy does the Shadow Pavilion have? And what secrets are hidden in those murals?"

Mo Yuan glanced at Xiao Yanzi and said slowly, "Princess Consort, don't be anxious. This Shadow Pavilion has been secretly plotting for many years, attempting to control the palace and the martial arts world. That mural is actually the key to their rebirth and scheme."

Hongli frowned: "Why did you tell me and my wife all this? What is your purpose?"

Mo Yuan sneered, "Your Highness is indeed cautious. I have an irreconcilable feud with the Shadow Pavilion and wish to use Your Highness and Consort to completely destroy it."

Little Swallow looked at him suspiciously: "Why should we believe you? What if you were sent by the Shadow Pavilion to deliberately mislead us?"

Mo Yuan took out a jade pendant from his bosom and handed it to Xiao Yanzi: "Does the Princess recognize this? This was obtained by chance by Lord Lin when he was investigating the Shadow Pavilion. It later fell into my hands, which proves that what I said is true."

Xiao Yanzi took the jade pendant and examined it carefully. She was startled. She had seen some clues about this jade pendant in the memories of the original owner, Lin Xiaoyan, and it seemed to be related to the Shadow Pavilion.

She handed the jade pendant to Hongli, whose expression softened slightly after looking at it: "Even so, the Shadow Pavilion is a powerful force, so where should we begin?"

Mo Yuan took a step closer and lowered his voice: "Your Highness, Your Highness, we can start by investigating from within the palace. Although Empress Yixiu is under house arrest, she is secretly in contact with the Shadow Pavilion. There are also some eunuchs and palace maids who have been bribed by the Shadow Pavilion to pass messages in the palace."

Little Swallow's eyes widened: "Then Empress Yixiu? Why would she collude with the Shadow Pavilion?"

Mo Yuan said, "Empress Yixiu is trying to use the power of the Shadow Pavilion to restore her position in the palace, and even wants to control more power. She has been waiting for an opportunity to use the Shadow Pavilion to create chaos, and then reap the benefits."

Hongli pondered for a moment: "I understand. It seems that the most urgent task in the palace is to find out those traitors who have been bribed by the Shadow Pavilion."

Mo Yuan nodded: "Your Highness is wise. However, we must be careful in this matter and not alert the enemy. The Shadow Pavilion has many eyes and ears. Once they become aware of something, they will definitely make arrangements in advance, and it will be much more difficult to break through then."

Little Swallow said firmly, "No matter how difficult it is, we must try. I will not let their conspiracy succeed. This palace should be a peaceful and harmonious place, how can we let them turn it into chaos!"

Hongli looked at Xiaoyanzi with eyes full of love and trust: "With me here, I will definitely not let you fall into danger. Together, we will surely be able to uncover the true face of the Shadow Pavilion."

Meanwhile, in the Prince Heshuo's residence, Hongzhou was sitting opposite Dili Leyao.

Dilire Yao looked at Hong Zhou and asked softly, "Your Highness, do you still have feelings for Sister Xiao Yanzi?"

Hongzhou paused for a moment, then smiled bitterly and said, "In the end, I am destined to be apart from her. I will try to let go and live a good life with you."

Dilire Yao nodded slightly: "It is best that Your Highness thinks this way. Although I come from Xinjiang, I know the helplessness and strife in the palace. I only hope that Your Highness can let go of these feelings as soon as possible."

Hongzhou picked up his wine cup and drank it all in one gulp: "Enough of these troublesome matters. Let me accompany you for a walk in the garden of the mansion."

Meanwhile, in the palace, in Empress Yixiu's palace, she was secretly discussing matters with Gao Wuyong.

Empress Yixiu said, "Mo Yuan's sudden appearance at Prince Bao's residence is likely to ruin my plans. You should send someone to keep an eye on him, and report to me immediately if there is any movement."

Gao Wuyong replied, "This servant obeys. Your Majesty, rest assured, this servant will not allow Mo Yuan to ruin Your Majesty's plans."

Empress Yixiu's eyes were sinister: "Hmph, I have been planning for many years, and I must not let Xiao Yanzi and Hongli ruin it. This palace will belong to me sooner or later."

Various forces are secretly vying for power both inside and outside the palace. Guided by the mysterious Mo Yuan, Xiao Yanzi and Hongli embark on a new journey. (End of Chapter)