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

Chapter 171 The Danger of Appearing Shadows

Upon hearing that the mysterious organization was related to the Shadow Pavilion, Xiao Yanzi's eyes widened, and she said to Hongli, "Your Majesty, if the Shadow Society is indeed a branch of the Shadow Pavilion, then there's probably more to the story behind the Shadow Pavilion murals!"

Hongli's expression was solemn, and he nodded, saying, "I was just thinking about this too. It seems that the source of this conspiracy must be traced back to the Shadow Pavilion."

Hongzhou asked from the side, "Brother, wasn't the Shadow Pavilion shut down back then? How come the Shadow Society has suddenly appeared and is causing trouble again?"

Hongli frowned slightly and said, "There must be some hidden story. Perhaps the remnants were not completely eradicated back then, and now they have risen again."

Consort Ling whispered from the side, "Your Majesty, with the Shadow Society acting so arrogantly in the palace, could there be an inside agent within the palace?"

Hongli's eyes sharpened, and he said, "What Consort Ling said is absolutely right. Su Peisheng, go and secretly investigate the people in the palace, especially those who have had any connection with or suspicious dealings with the Shadow Pavilion. Be sure to be careful and cautious, and don't alert them!"

Su Peisheng quickly replied, "Yes, Your Majesty. This old servant will do his utmost to live up to Your Majesty's expectations."

Xiao Tao said worriedly from the side, "Your Highness, if there's an accomplice in the palace, we're in danger. What if the people around us are also...?"

Little Swallow interrupted her, saying, "Don't make wild guesses. Let's be careful."

At this moment, General Zhao Hui stepped forward and said, "Your Majesty, I am willing to lead men to explore that manor again. Perhaps we can find more clues about the Shadow Society and the Shadow Pavilion."

Hongzhou immediately added, "I will go too. We didn't thoroughly investigate that estate last time; we must turn their lair upside down!"

Hongli pondered for a moment and said, "Very well. But the two of you must look after each other and not act rashly."

General Zhao Hui and Hong Zhou responded in unison, "As you command!"

As General Zhaohui and Hongzhou were preparing to depart, Xiaoyanzi said to Hongzhou, "Hongzhou, you are still injured. Please be careful on your journey!"

Hongzhou laughed and said, "Don't worry, sister-in-law, this little injury is nothing. I swear I won't rest until I've found out everything about the Shadow Society!"

As Hongli watched their departing figures, he said to Xiaoyanzi, "Xiaoyanzi, I have a feeling that there is a huge force manipulating this matter. The treasure and palace secrets mentioned by the Shadow Society will probably cause a huge uproar."

Xiao Yanzi held Hongli's hand tightly and said, "Your Majesty, no matter what happens, I will face it with you."

A few days later, General Zhao Hui and Hong Zhou returned to the palace. Hong Zhou looked exhausted but also excited. He said, "Brother, we found an account book in the manor. It records some transaction details between the Shadow Society and the Shadow Pavilion, and also vaguely mentions the possible hiding place of the treasure and people related to palace secrets."

Hongli hurriedly took the ledger and examined it carefully. His brows furrowed more and more as he said, "There are quite a few officials in the court recorded here. It seems that the Shadow Society's reach is extremely far."

Little Swallow watched from the side and exclaimed in surprise, "So many officials are involved? What are we going to do?"

Hongzhou said, "Your Majesty, I believe the most urgent task is to secretly monitor these officials, making sure they don't notice anything, and then slowly gather evidence to bring them all down in one fell swoop."

Consort Ling said from the side, "Your Majesty, if this matter is not handled carefully, it may cause turmoil in the court."

Hongli pondered for a long time before saying, "I know. This matter requires careful consideration. First, keep the account books safe and don't let them leak out."

Su Peisheng hurriedly replied, "Yes, Your Majesty. This old servant will make proper arrangements immediately."

That night, Xiao Yanzi tossed and turned in her room, unable to fall asleep. Seeing this, Hongli asked, "Xiao Yanzi, what's wrong? Are you worried about the Shadow Society?"

Xiao Yanzi sat up and said, "Your Majesty, I'm wondering what exactly the Shadow Society's conspiracy is? Will the treasure and palace secrets they mention threaten your throne?"

Hongli gently pulled Xiaoyanzi into his arms and comforted her, "Xiaoyanzi, don't think too much. I will not allow anyone to threaten our safety. No matter what this conspiracy is, I will definitely resolve it."

Meanwhile, in the shadows of the palace, officials connected to the Shadow Society were secretly plotting. They seemed to sense the approaching danger and were preparing to take action. The situation in the palace became increasingly tense, like the calm before the storm, and a thrilling contest was about to unfold.

This chapter concludes here. Stay tuned for the next chapter.