Since Lin Yue and Li Yi committed to each other for life, every moment during that period seemed to have been exquisitely carved by time. They were filled with sweetness and warmth, as if caressed by the gentle sunlight, shining brightly. Hand in hand, they strolled through every corner of the imperial court, indulging together in the wonderful world of poetry and songs. These blissful days were like a melodious movement, playing the melody of love.
However, the trajectory of fate is always unpredictable, like the erratic wind and clouds, defying comprehension. Alas, the good times didn't last long. One day, the warm sunlight filtered through the carved window lattices, casting dappled and variegated shadows on the ground. Lin Yue was dressed in a plain brocade long dress. The hem of the dress fluttered gently in the wind, like a supple willow in spring, exuding an air of grace. A delicate flower was carefully adorned in her hair. The flower gave off a delicate fragrance, adding a touch of liveliness and playfulness to her. At this moment, she was engrossed in searching for medical books in the quiet and solemn imperial library.
Inside the library, a faint scent of ink lingered. This aroma seemed to be a sediment of history, softly narrating the stories of bygone years. Rows of tall bookshelves were neatly arranged, like solemn guards. They were filled with ancient books, each bearing the wisdom and hard work of predecessors. Lin Yue moved gracefully among the bookshelves, her eyes focused and determined. Her fingers gently glided over one ancient book after another. As her fingertips rubbed against the yellowed pages, she seemed to be able to touch the veins of history and feel the warmth of those who had come before. She was bent on finding a classic on the treatment of difficult and complicated diseases, hoping to draw more medical knowledge from it. She wanted to better apply her medical skills in this ancient era and save more lives.
Just as she was immersed in her search, suddenly, a powerful ray of light burst out unexpectedly from a corner of the bookshelf. The light was incredibly dazzling, like a bolt of lightning splitting the night sky. In an instant, it illuminated the entire library. Its brightness was so intense that it seemed as if it could penetrate the thick walls and scatter its radiance unreservedly over the vast expanse outside the palace. Lin Yue was deeply attracted by this sudden light. A strong sense of curiosity welled up in her heart, like a surging tide, impossible to suppress. Without hesitation, she walked quickly towards the source of the light.
She carefully opened the book that was emitting the light. In an instant, a mysterious time - space rift appeared in the book. The rift was like a bottomless black hole, exuding an irresistible mysterious force, as if summoning her. Through the rift, Lin Yue saw the modern scenes that were extremely familiar to her. These scenes unfolded slowly before her eyes like a movie. She saw the dormitory where she used to live. The familiar bed and desk seemed to still retain her scent, carrying the memories of her youth. She saw the campus playground, where her classmates were running and laughing, brimming with youthful vitality. Their laughter seemed to echo in her ears. She saw the busy streets with modern vehicles flowing continuously. Everything was so familiar yet so distant, causing ripples of emotion to rise in her heart.
Lin Yue's heart jolted violently, as if struck hard by a sledgehammer. Her eyes widened instantly, filled with shock and disbelief. Her body trembled involuntarily. Only then did she realize that this might be her chance to return to her original world. However, as soon as this thought flashed through her mind, her heart felt as if it were being pierced by thousands of sharp steel needles. The pain was unbearable, as if it were about to be torn apart.
Images of the happy times she had spent with Li Yi involuntarily emerged in her mind. During those days, they strolled leisurely in the imperial garden. The sunlight poured down on them, interweaving their shadows together, like a breathtaking picture. They talked about poetry and songs. Li Yi's magnetic voice seemed to still echo in her ears, leading her into wonderful literary worlds. They had gone through wind and rain together, supporting each other in difficult situations. Their trust and dependence on each other had long taken deep root in their hearts, becoming the cornerstone of their relationship. She remembered how Li Yi had taken care of and doted on her. When she was sick, Li Yi had personally decocted medicine for her, every movement filled with concern and tenderness. When she was in danger, Li Yi had stepped forward without hesitation, shielding her tightly behind him and building a solid defense with his own body.
With an extremely heavy heart, Lin Yue walked slowly to Li Yi's study. At this time, Li Yi was engrossed in reviewing memorials, his brows slightly furrowed as he focused on matters of the court. When he saw Lin Yue enter, a gentle smile immediately appeared on his face. This smile was like the warm spring sun, instantly dispelling the solemn atmosphere in the study. However, when he saw the sadness and pain on Lin Yue's face, his smile froze instantly, replaced by a look of deep concern and worry.
Lin Yue told Li Yi everything that had happened in the library. After hearing this, Li Yi's face turned as pale as paper, devoid of any color, as if he were seriously ill. His eyes were filled with fear and reluctance. His body also trembled slightly, as if desperately resisting this cruel reality. He suddenly stood up, took a few steps to Lin Yue, and hugged her tightly, as if he wanted to keep her with him forever and protect her from any harm. His voice was choked with sobs as he pleaded, "Yao'er, don't leave me, please. Without you, my life will lose its meaning. My world will be plunged into endless darkness, with no sunlight, no warmth."
Tears streamed down Lin Yue's face like a rainstorm. The tears rolled down continuously like beads with a broken string, soaking Li Yi's clothes. Her hands hugged Li Yi tightly, as if she also wanted to freeze this moment forever and stop time from passing. She didn't want to leave Li Yi either. He had long become an indispensable part of her life, her warm haven in this strange world, and the resting place for her soul.
But she also couldn't let go of her family and friends in her original world. Those concerns were like tough threads, tightly entwining her heart, making it impossible for her to part with them. She remembered the meticulous care her parents had given her. At every stage of her growth, her parents had provided her with endless support and encouragement. Their warm embrace and loving eyes were her eternal reliance. She remembered the companionship and support of her friends when she was in trouble. The happy times they had spent together and the nights of mutual confessions were precious memories in her heart, the most valuable treasures of her life.
After countless days and nights of painful reflection and struggle, Lin Yue finally decided to enter the time - space rift first to explore. She knew that this decision might completely change her life. However, her longing for the unknown and her yearning for her family, like a surging tide, completely drowned out the hesitation and indecision in her heart, making it impossible for her to give up this opportunity. She held Li Yi's hand tightly, her eyes firm yet tinged with a hint of reluctance. She said, "Yi, no matter what, I will come back. You are here, and this is where my heart belongs. You are the most important person in my life."
Although filled with reluctance, with pain and helplessness in his eyes, Li Yi also understood Lin Yue's predicament. He took a deep breath, trying to calm himself down, and slowly nodded in agreement. He gently stroked Lin Yue's hair, his eyes filled with love and concern. He said, "Yao'er, I'll wait for you to come back. Make sure to return safely. I'll be here, waiting for you always." He looked at Lin Yue, his eyes full of anticipation and worry, hoping that she would return smoothly and that their love could transcend the boundaries of time and space and never fade.