Traveling through thousands of years, I only love you

Amidst the palace's numerous halls, Xiao Yi and Li Lingyuan began their new life as emperor and empress. This life was like a painting, colorful and overflowing with sweetness.

In the early morning, sunlight streamed through the carved window lattices onto the soft brocade couch. Xiao Yi always woke first, lying on his side, quietly gazing at Li Lingyuan, who was still sleeping beside him. Her face, like a blooming flower in the morning light, held a tranquil beauty. Xiao Yi couldn't help but gently brush her hair away from her forehead, but this subtle movement still startled Li Lingyuan awake. She opened her eyes, met Xiao Yi's gentle gaze, and a sweet smile played at the corners of her mouth.

"Your Majesty, are you awake so early?" Li Lingyuan asked softly, his voice still a little lazy.

"With you by my side, how can I sleep in?" Xiao Yi said, kissing her on the forehead.

The two men stood up, and the palace maids filed in to help them wash and change their clothes. Li Lingyuan chose a simple yet elegant dress, her choice of clothing still retaining the simple and elegant aesthetic of modern women. Xiao Yi, dressed in a dragon robe, exuded the majesty of the emperor, but when he looked at Li Lingyuan, the tenderness in his eyes transformed that majesty into a gentle touch.

After breakfast, Xiao Yi went to attend to government affairs, while Li Lingyuan began her "career" in the harem. She first visited the harem garden, which she had transformed into a small "girls' school." The maids were learning to read, and upon seeing Li Lingyuan arrive, they all bowed. Li Lingyuan smiled and asked them to continue, patiently guiding them from the side. Seeing the thirst for knowledge in the maids' eyes, she felt immensely gratified, as if she saw hope for the gradual awakening of women in this era.

In the afternoon, Xiao Yi finished his government duties and went to find Li Lingyuan. They strolled through the Imperial Garden, hand in hand, like a normal couple. The flowers in the Imperial Garden were in full bloom, their vibrant colors swaying gently in the breeze, emitting bursts of fragrance.

"Lingyuan, look how beautiful this flower is, just like you." Xiao Yi said as he picked a beautiful flower and put it in Li Lingyuan's hair.

Li Lingyuan chuckled: "Your Majesty can now say such sweet words of love."

The two walked to the pavilion by the lake and sat down. Xiao Yi leaned his head on Li Lingyuan's shoulder and said, "What I look forward to most every day is the time with you. Although the affairs of the court are complicated, as long as I think of you, I feel that everything has meaning."

Li Lingyuan held his hand and said, "Me too. Here, you are the most important person to me. Let's work together to make this country a better place and fill our lives with more beauty."

They shared anecdotes in the pavilion. Xiao Yi recounted the amusing reactions of the ministers in the court, while Li Lingyuan discussed the progress of the maids in the harem. Laughter echoed in the pavilion, as if all the troubles of the world had left them far away.

Occasionally, they would hold small banquets in the palace, inviting only close ministers and their families. Banquets were free of the solemnity of court; everyone was filled with laughter and joy. Li Lingyuan would arrange entertaining activities like riddles and poetry competitions to create a lighthearted and enjoyable atmosphere. Xiao Yi watched Li Lingyuan radiant at the banquet, his heart filled with love. He knew she was special, transforming the atmosphere of the palace with her unique charm.

Nighttime was their sweetest and most heartwarming time. Xiao Yi and Li Lingyuan would return to their chambers, dismissing their attendants. They would sit together by the window, gazing at the moon and stars in the night sky. Li Lingyuan would share some modern astronomical knowledge with Xiao Yi, and Xiao Yi would listen with rapt interest, marveling at the wondrous world Li Lingyuan knew.

"In my world, people have endless explorations of the universe. One day, maybe we can land on those distant planets." Li Lingyuan's eyes sparkled.

Xiao Yi held her in his arms: "Your world is truly wonderful, and having you by my side is the greatest fortune of my life."

They slept in each other's arms, and in their dreams, each other's arms were the warmest harbor.

On special occasions, Xiao Yi would take Li Lingyuan out of the palace incognito. They would walk through the bustling streets, enjoying the lively atmosphere of the local people. Li Lingyuan's eyes lit up with excitement when she saw the street food stalls. Xiao Yi smiled as he accompanied her to taste the various delicacies, and seeing her satisfied expression made him feel extremely happy too.

"Your Majesty, look at this candy figure, it's so exquisitely made." Li Lingyuan held the candy figure and was as happy as a child.

"If you like it, we'll buy a few more." Xiao Yi said lovingly.

They would also buy some folk handicrafts at the market, and Li Lingyuan would select some unique accessories to bring back to the palace and give to the women in the harem. After returning to the palace, she and Xiao Yi would distribute these gifts to the palace maids and concubines, and share with them the interesting stories of their time outside the palace, making the atmosphere in the harem more harmonious.

Palace life also had its share of heartwarming moments. Once, Xiao Yi encountered a difficult situation while handling government affairs and felt a bit down. Upon learning of this, Li Lingyuan came to the imperial study. She offered no words of comfort, but instead personally brewed a cup of tea for Xiao Yi and sat quietly beside him, accompanying him in his thoughts. As Xiao Yi smelled the tea and saw Li Lingyuan's gentle gaze, his annoyance gradually dissipated.

"Lingyuan, I feel at ease with you around." Xiao Yi said, holding her hand.

Li Lingyuan smiled and said, "Your Majesty, there is no problem that we cannot solve. Don't put too much pressure on yourself."

On their free days, they would go horseback riding together. Free from the constraints of the palace, they would gallop across the grasslands in the suburbs. The wind whistled in their ears, and their laughter drifted across the grasslands. Li Lingyuan rode her horse with a slender figure, Xiao Yi protecting her by her side, and the two of them enjoyed this free time.

After returning to the palace, they would soak in the hot spring pool together to relax their bodies and minds. The hot spring was filled with steam, and Li Lingyuan leaned in Xiao Yi's arms, and the two of them quietly enjoyed this peaceful moment.

"Lingyuan, I hope we can continue to be happy like this." Xiao Yi said softly.

"Yes, Your Majesty, we will protect this happiness together." Li Lingyuan responded.

As time passed, their affection grew deeper, like a fine wine that becomes more fragrant with age. The emperor and empress's deep love was known throughout the palace, and their story became a legendary tale. The people rejoiced in their loving relationship, believing that under their leadership, the country would flourish.

At a palace celebration, Xiao Yi presented Li Lingyuan with a special gift in front of everyone - a love poem he had written himself. Li Lingyuan took the poem with tears in her eyes, knowing that it was an expression of Xiao Yi's deep love for her.

"Your Majesty, I will treasure this poem, just as I will always cherish our feelings." Li Lingyuan said with emotion.

Xiao Yi held her in his arms, and amid the cheers and blessings of the crowd, they hugged and kissed each other. At this moment, sweetness and happiness filled the entire palace.

Whether busy handling state affairs or enjoying the leisure of palace life, Xiao Yi and Li Lingyuan were always by each other's side. Their love, like the radiant starlight, illuminated every corner of the palace and imbued this ancient dynasty with vitality and warmth under their rule. They knew that this sweet life was created by them together, and they would continue to work together to write their own legendary story, ensuring that this happiness would last forever.