Chapter 297 Living and sleeping together, dying in the same cave
Chapter 297 Living and sleeping together, dying in the same cave
Because this soul-transmigration only lasts for the duration of five incense sticks, Qiu Ziyue, Qi Yuxuan, Leng Feng, Zhao Wanqing, and Qiu Langyu cannot attend the memorial service.
They could only offer incense at Daming Temple and kowtow to Li Keyong's memorial tablet in worship.
Afterwards, the five members of the Yu Yue Qing Xuan Feng group sat under a big tree and listened to Lu Yuan Changming's story.
“My father, Li Keyong, knew long ago that Zhu Wen’s ambition was to become emperor, and he was resentful about it.”
However, fearing that his strength was insufficient, he consulted with Yelü Abaoji, the leader of the Khitan people in the north, to jointly deal with Zhu Wen.
Yelü Abaoji agreed to Li Keyong's request and became sworn brothers with my father.
However, to everyone's surprise, Yelü Abaoji, fearing Zhu Wen's power, betrayed his alliance with his father and formed an alliance with Zhu Wen.
When my father heard of this, he was so enraged that he developed a carbuncle on his back, fell ill, and was bedridden until his death.
Upon hearing this, Qiu Ziyue asked, "What last words did your godfather leave you before he passed away?"
Lu Yuan said in a long voice:
“My father summoned me to his bedside and asked me to succeed him. Then he took three arrows from his quiver and gave them to me, instructing me to use one arrow to sweep away Yan, one arrow to drive out the Khitan, and one arrow to destroy Liang.”
"I placed the three arrows in the ancestral temple and inherited the throne of Jin."
A sorrowful expression appeared on Lu Yuanchangming's handsome face.
Then, Lu Yuanchangming said to Qiu Ziyue:
"Twilight Sparkle, I have a favor to ask of you. Could you please help me fulfill my father's last wish? I beg you."
“No, we only have five incense sticks’ worth of time. If we travel through again, we’ll likely be reduced to ashes. How can we allow that?” Qi Yuxuan said.
Qiu Ziyue remained silent for a moment, as did Qiu Langyu and Leng Feng.
Zhao Wanqing said, "Then I'll stay. I'm not afraid of being reduced to ashes."
Lu Yuanchangming said to Zhao Wanqing:
"Wanqing, stop making trouble. My father has passed away. This is not a time to talk about you and me. You know I really have no feelings for you. I'm sorry."
Looking at Lu Yuanchangming's sorrowful face, Zhao Wanqing saw indifference and sadness.
In that instant, Zhao Wanqing suddenly realized that she and Lu Yuanchangming could never be husband and wife in this lifetime.
Zhao Wanqing sighed: "It's nothing. We've made the most of our lives to know each other. Even if we can't be husband and wife, it's good enough that we can be friends."
Lu Yuanchang felt relieved.
Qiu Ziyue then spoke:
"Well then, we only have five incense sticks' worth of time this time, otherwise we will really be reduced to ashes. How about we go back first and discuss with Master Huining whether we can extend the time before making a decision?"
Lu Yuanchangming nodded.
The group chatted for a long time, and as the appointed time approached, all five of them returned to the modern world.
Since that "soul-crossing encounter" with Lu Yuanchangming, Qiu Ziyue has had a newfound connection to the past and a deeper contemplation of the future.
She often reminisced about those precious times. She was grateful for Lu Yuanchangming's deep affection for her, but in the end, she chose Qi Yuxuan.
One evening, she sat alone on a stone bench in the courtyard, gazing at the starry sky, her heart filled with conflicting emotions and anticipation.
She wanted to help Lu Yuanchangming gain a foothold and fulfill his adoptive father's dying wish.
So she decided to consult with Master Huining to see if it was possible to extend the time of her soul transfer.
The next morning, Qiu Ziyue found Master Huining.
Master Huining was already waiting there. When he saw Qiu Ziyue arrive, he smiled and nodded.
"Master, I would like to ask you a question."
Qiu Ziyue respectfully asked, "Could I perform the soul transfer again and extend the time I can stay?"
Master Huining sighed softly, his gaze deep.
"Extending the time of soul travel is not impossible, but you should know that there is a price to pay for doing so."
He said slowly, "Each time you transmigrate, your internal energy will be depleted, and the longer the time, the greater the depletion. It may even cause you to lose your existing martial arts and various special skills."
Qiu Ziyue was stunned, a moment of hesitation crossing her mind.
She knew that these skills were acquired through years of hard work, and once lost, they would be difficult to make up for.
However, the deep longing in her heart made it impossible for her to give up easily.
“I can accept this price.”
Qiu Ziyue said firmly,
"I hope to stay in the past a little longer to help Lu Yuanchangming."
Master Huining remained silent for a while, and finally nodded.
"Since you've made up your mind, I will help you."
He said, "However, you need to think this through carefully before you do."
Qiu Ziyue then told Qi Yuxuan, Qiu Langyu, Leng Feng, and Zhao Wanqing about it.
After listening to her story, the four exchanged a glance and then nodded in support.
“If you really want to do this, we will all support you.”
Qi Yuxuan said gently, "We are husband and wife, we will live together and die together."
Qiu Langyu nodded: "Junior sister, I believe you will make the right choice."
Leng Feng calmly replied, "No matter what happens, we will be by your side."
Zhao Wanqing gently stroked Qiu Ziyue's hand and said softly:
"No matter how hostile we are in the past, we are partners now, and we will go together to help Lu Yuanchangming."
Qiu Ziyue felt a warm current surge into her heart, and tears welled up in her eyes.
She looked at her family with gratitude, her heart filled with strength.
Thank you.
Qiu Ziyue said in a low voice, "With your support, I am even more determined."
A few days later, Master Huining prepared some special items for them to ensure the safety and success of this soul transfer.
"Remember, prolonging the soul-traveling time will gradually reduce your power."
Master Huining cautioned, "You must return at the appropriate time, otherwise you may lose all your power, become a cripple, or even be reduced to ashes. Do not force yourself."
Qiu Ziyue nodded solemnly: "I understand, Master, please rest assured."
Before her soul was transported, Qiu Ziyue politely called the school to ask for leave.
Then she and Qi Yuxuan had a video call with her mother, Jingyun, and Minglan.
Qiu Ziyue quietly wiped away her tears and told her mother to take good care of Minglan and Jingyun, as they would be gone for a long time.
The mother understood; they probably had something important to say, but simply told them to take care of themselves.
Before her soul transmigrated, Qiu Ziyue took some modern items, including blueprints for making modern guns and ammunition, gunpowder, bulletproof vests, cell phones, and so on.
Qi Yuxuan asked her why she brought all these things.
Qiu Ziyue said, "You'll find out later."
As the ceremony began, the five people felt a powerful force enveloping her.
The surrounding scenery gradually blurred, as if I had been transported to a completely new time and space.
When she opened her eyes again, she found herself in a world that was both familiar and strange.
Every inch of this land is filled with the breath of history, and every leaf seems to tell a story of the past.
Qiu Ziyue took a deep breath, feeling a sense of calm and determination within herself.
She knew it was a journey full of challenges and opportunities, but she was ready to embrace it all.
To be continued in the next chapter!
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