Xiao Yanzi frowned, her face full of worry: "Your Highness, how can the Shadow Pavilion be so rampant? What is it relying on?"

Hongli's expression was solemn: "My beloved consort, there must be a complicated reason for this. I will definitely find out the truth!"

Little Swallow nodded: "Your Highness, we must not be careless and must be careful!"

At this moment, Fucha Fuheng rushed over and bowed, saying, "Your Highness, Your Highness, according to my investigation, the Shadow Pavilion seems to be colluding with several important officials in the court!"

Hongli's eyes sharpened: "Fuheng, do you have any evidence?"

Fucha Fuheng replied, "Your Highness, although there is no conclusive evidence yet, all indications suggest that they have close ties and their behavior is suspicious!"

Little Swallow said anxiously, "What should we do? If a powerful minister helps us, wouldn't the Shadow Pavilion be even more difficult to deal with!"

Hongli pondered for a moment: "It's alright, I will find a way. Let's start by examining their correspondence; we'll definitely find a clue!"

In the Prince Heshuo's residence, Hongzhou drank alone in the courtyard, feeling troubled.

Dilire Yao approached and asked softly, "Your Highness, why are you so troubled?"

Hongzhou smiled bitterly: "Leyao, you would never understand what's on my mind."

Dilire Yao sighed, "Your Highness, now that you are married to me, you should let go of the past and live a good life!"

Hongzhou remained silent, only drinking one cup of wine after another.

Inside the palace, Niohuru Zhixi and Rong Momo were having another secret talk.

Zhixi said angrily, "Granny, Xiaoyanzi and the Prince are getting closer and closer. What should we do?"

Rong Momo said fiercely, "Don't worry, Madam. This old servant will definitely find a way to make that Little Swallow lose favor with the Prince!"

A fierce glint flashed in Zhixi's eyes: "Granny, it all depends on you. We absolutely cannot let her get away with this!"

Xiao Yanzi and Hongli discussed countermeasures in the study.

Little Swallow said, "Your Highness, I'd like to go and meet those important officials; perhaps I can find out some information."

Hongli quickly shook his head: "My beloved consort, this is too dangerous, we must not!"

Little Swallow retorted, "Your Highness, how can we know the truth if we don't take the risk?"

Hongli held Xiaoyanzi's hand: "My beloved consort, I cannot let you take risks. Let's think of another way."

Just then, a commotion broke out outside.

It turns out that the Shadow Pavilion was secretly causing trouble in the palace again, leading to chaos.

Xiao Yanzi and Hongli hurriedly went out to check.

Little Swallow shouted angrily, "You wicked people, you're causing trouble again!"

Hongli also loudly ordered, "Guards, seize these traitors and rebels for me!"

The two sides were once again engaged in a fierce battle.

Little Swallow displayed her martial arts skills and fought with the people from the Shadow Pavilion.

As she hit him, she shouted, "You won't be allowed to do whatever you want in the palace!"

Hongli directed the guards from the side while also keeping a watchful eye on the surrounding movements.

Fu Heng, the Fucha Emperor, arrived with his men to provide support.

He shouted, "Your Highness, I have arrived!"

Thanks to everyone's efforts, the disturbance caused by the Shadow Pavilion was finally quelled.

But Little Swallow knew that this was just the beginning, and an even greater crisis was yet to come.

She looked at Hongli and said, "Your Highness, we must hurry up and find out who is behind the Shadow Pavilion, otherwise the palace will never have peace!"

Hongli nodded: "My beloved consort, rest assured, with your help, we will surely overcome this predicament!"

Amidst the complex power struggles of the imperial court, Xiao Yanzi and Hongli face numerous obstacles. Can they break through the impasse? Only by forging ahead can they continue their legend and await a turning point. (End of Chapter)

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