Traveling through thousands of years, I only love you

Xiao Yi pursued the vague clues, his heart filled with anticipation and anxiety like a surging tide. After countless attempts and setbacks, he finally stood on the corner of the ancient town, and before him appeared the figure that had haunted him so much—Li Lingyuan.

She stood quietly beneath the mottled ancient wall, the sunlight casting a soft shadow on her. Her face remained as beautiful as ever, her eyes clear yet tinged with confusion. The once familiar look no longer held the deep affection and longing of the past. Xiao Yi's steps froze in an instant, his throat choking as if something were choking him. A thousand words welled up in his mind, but he didn't know where to begin.

"Ling Yuan..." Xiao Yi's voice trembled slightly, filled with endless longing and deep affection. He walked slowly towards her, each step seeming to span a thousand years of time and distance.

Li Lingyuan heard the call and raised her head slightly, looking at the strange yet familiar man in front of her, with a puzzled look in her eyes. "Who are you? Why do you know my name?" Her voice was gentle, but it pierced Xiao Yi's heart like a sharp knife.

Xiao Yi stopped in front of her, staring at her closely, trying to find a trace of past memories in her eyes. "Ling Yuan, I'm Xiao Yi. We were in love in ancient times and experienced countless hardships together. Don't you remember?" His eyes were filled with anxiety and anticipation. His hands unconsciously wanted to hold her shoulders, but he was afraid that his abruptness would scare her.

Li Lingyuan shook his head gently, frowning slightly, searching his mind for memories of the man before him, but to no avail. "I don't understand what you're talking about. I only know that I've always lived in this modern world and don't have any experience of ancient times."

Xiao Yi's heart sank. He couldn't accept that Li Lingyuan had completely forgotten their unforgettable love. He began to recount every detail of their ancient past: their meeting at the palace, a fleeting glance that sealed their fate; their strolls through the imperial gardens, their whispers under the moonlight; their shared life and death on the battlefield, their mutual support. His voice was filled with passion and emotion, and tears glistened in his eyes, as if if he spoke enough, with enough affection, he could awaken Li Lingyuan's dormant memories.

However, Li Lingyuan just listened quietly. Although a trance occasionally flashed in her eyes, it was quickly replaced by confusion. "What you said sounds like a beautiful story, but I really don't remember it." Her words were like a bucket of cold water, mercilessly extinguishing the fire of hope in Xiao Yi's heart.

Xiao Yi felt a wave of despair, unsure what to do. He looked at Li Lingyuan and felt a strong urge surge within him. He wanted to hold her tightly, to use his warmth and love to awaken her memories. So, despite Li Lingyuan's surprise and resistance, he gently embraced her. "Lingyuan, even if you've forgotten everything, I won't give up. I'll make you fall in love with me again, just like we once did," he whispered in her ear, wrapping his arms tightly around her.

Li Lingyuan struggled slightly in his embrace, but after feeling his strong emotions and firm determination, her body gradually relaxed. She could feel the man's deep affection for her, and although she didn't understand why, an inexplicable warmth surged in her heart.

From that day on, Xiao Yi began his arduous journey of renewed pursuit. He appeared in Li Lingyuan's life every day, bringing her flowers and taking her to places filled with memories. He took her to a complex of ancient buildings, whose architectural style resembled that of an ancient palace. They strolled through the quaint corridors, Xiao Yi pointing out the exquisite carvings and architectural details, recounting their lives in the ancient palace. Li Lingyuan listened quietly, taking in everything around her, occasionally feeling a sense of déjà vu, but when she tried to think deeply, the feeling disappeared without a trace.

Xiao Yi would also cook for Li Lingyuan some of the ancient delicacies she once loved. He searched for ingredients and carefully cooked them according to ancient recipes. When he brought the delicious dishes to Li Lingyuan, her eyes showed surprise and touching. "These dishes look so special, how did you make them?" she asked curiously. Xiao Yi smiled and said, "Because they were your favorites, I hope you can like them again."

As they get along, Xiao Yi gradually discovers some differences in Li Lingyuan. Her personality has become more cheerful and independent, and her experience of living in modern society has given her her own unique values ​​and lifestyle. This makes Xiao Yi realize that even if he wants to find the Li Lingyuan of the past, he cannot ignore her growth and changes in the modern world.

He began to try to understand and accept the modern Li Lingyuan. He accompanied her to modern movies and fashion events. In the cinema, Li Lingyuan would be captivated by the wonderful plots, laughing heartily and weeping with emotion. Xiao Yi watched her silently from the side, his heart filled with comfort. He knew that his love was not just for the ancient Li Lingyuan, but for the real, ever-changing her before him.

However, despite Xiao Yi's efforts, Li Lingyuan's memory remained intact. Her feelings for Xiao Yi were more like friendship and gratitude, far from romantic love. Xiao Yi often gazed at the starry sky alone at night, his heart filled with confusion and pain. He wondered how much longer he had to persevere before Li Lingyuan fell in love again and rekindled their love that had spanned millennia.

But every time he saw Li Lingyuan's smile, his faith would rekindle. He told himself that no matter how many difficulties and challenges lay ahead, he would not give up. Because their love was a legend spanning millennia, worth his lifelong protection and pursuit.