Traveling through thousands of years, I only love you

Chapter 259

Li Lingyuan and Xiao Yi heard about a retro town on the other side of the city, where time seemed to have stopped, preserving many ancient buildings and traditional crafts. They excitedly decided to go there and embark on a unique retro journey.

On the day of departure, Li Lingyuan wore a retro floral dress, paired with small Mary Jane shoes and a wide-brimmed straw hat, looking like a girl from a bygone era. Xiao Yi, meanwhile, wore a simple retro suit and held a parasol he had prepared for Li Lingyuan, looking both handsome and thoughtful.

The car they were riding in slowly drove into the town, and the old streets, mottled walls, and wooden signs came into view one by one. Li Lingyuan excitedly took Xiao Yi's hand, his eyes sparkling. "Xiao Yi, look at this place, it feels like I've stepped back in time." Xiao Yi smiled and nodded. "Yes, it's great to experience this feeling with you."

After getting off the car, they strolled along the bluestone road. A traditional handmade leather goods shop on the street caught Li Lingyuan's attention. She pulled Xiao Yi into the shop, where a dazzling array of leather goods were displayed, exuding a faint leather fragrance. Li Lingyuan picked up a small wallet and carefully examined the exquisite carvings on it, "Xiao Yi, this wallet is so beautiful, the hand-carved patterns are so delicate." Xiao Yi looked at her with admiration and said to the owner, "We want this wallet." Li Lingyuan turned her head and said with some anger, "I'm just looking at it, I haven't said I want to buy it yet." Xiao Yi scratched her nose lovingly, "As long as you like it, why not buy it."

After leaving the leather goods store, they passed by a sugar painting stall. Li Lingyuan couldn't help but stop to watch as the stall owner expertly created a variety of lifelike designs with syrup. Xiao Yi saw what she was thinking and said to the stall owner with a smile, "Master, give us a phoenix pattern sugar painting." Li Lingyuan looked at Xiao Yi in surprise and asked, "How did you know I wanted this?" Xiao Yi whispered, "Because I understand you." After the sugar painting was completed, Li Lingyuan held it carefully, reluctant to eat it.

Continuing on, they arrived at an ancient theater. A retro poster was posted at the entrance, advertising an upcoming traditional opera performance. Li Lingyuan's eyes lit up. "Xiao Yi, let's go see this." Xiao Yi bought two tickets without hesitation.

Entering the theater, the interior was filled with a sense of age, with wooden seats and antique stage curtains, everything exuding a unique charm. When the performance began, Li Lingyuan was mesmerized by the actors' wonderful singing and gorgeous costumes. From time to time, she turned to share her feelings with Xiao Yi, "Xiao Yi, look at their graceful movements and beautiful singing." Xiao Yi looked at her focused expression, his heart filled with love, "As long as you like it, we can come often in the future."

After the performance, the sky gradually darkened. The small town was tranquil and charming at night, its streets illuminated by dim yellow streetlights. Li Lingyuan and Xiao Yi walked hand in hand toward a retro-style guesthouse. Along the way, Li Lingyuan, still absorbed in the drama, hummed the tune he had just heard.

Arriving at the B&B, the room was decorated in an antique style, with a carved wooden bed and an old-fashioned dressing table, as if taking them back to the past. Li Lingyuan walked to the window and looked out at the quiet night view of the town. Xiao Yi gently hugged her from behind and whispered in her ear: "Lingyuan, being here with you, it feels like time has become beautiful and slow." Li Lingyuan turned around and put her arms around Xiao Yi's neck. "Xiao Yi, I feel the same way. I'm really happy today." Xiao Yi lowered his head slightly and gently kissed her lips. The kiss was gentle and affectionate, as if to freeze the beauty of this moment forever.

After the kiss, Li Lingyuan's cheeks flushed, and she leaned in Xiao Yi's arms, "Xiao Yi, let's go take a bath and rest together." Xiao Yi nodded, holding her hand and walking towards the bathroom. The bathroom was equipped with a retro-style bathtub. Xiao Yi filled it with hot water and sprinkled some rose petals prepared by the B&B. Li Lingyuan slowly walked into the bathtub and closed her eyes comfortably. Xiao Yi gently massaged her shoulders, "Lingyuan, is the water temperature suitable?" Li Lingyuan nodded slightly, "Yeah, very comfortable."

After taking a shower, they lay on the bed. Li Lingyuan looked at Xiao Yi sideways, her fingers gently drawing circles on his chest, "Xiao Yi, how many wonderful times like this do you think we will have in the future?" Xiao Yi held her hand, placed it on his lips and kissed it lightly, "There will be many, many, too many to count." Li Lingyuan smiled sweetly and gradually fell asleep in Xiao Yi's arms.

The next morning, sunlight streamed through the cracks in the window onto the bed. Li Lingyuan slowly awoke to find Xiao Yi gone. Puzzled, she sat up. Just then, Xiao Yi walked into the room, carrying a tray containing breakfast and a bouquet of freshly picked wildflowers.

"Good morning, baby." Xiao Yi said with a smile, "Look, I prepared breakfast for you, and this bouquet of flowers, just as beautiful as you." Li Lingyuan took the flowers with surprise and smelled the fragrance, "Xiao Yi, you are so kind." Xiao Yi sat on the bed, "Hurry up and have some breakfast, we still have a lot of places to go today."

After breakfast, they went to the town market. The market was bustling with activity, displaying a dazzling array of unique handicrafts and fresh agricultural products. Li Lingyuan wandered between the stalls, selecting small items she found appealing. She picked up a handwoven handkerchief embroidered with delicate flowers, and said, "Xiao Yi, this handkerchief is so beautiful! I want to buy it as a souvenir." Xiao Yi smiled and said, "Okay, go ahead."

At a stall selling traditional snacks, Li Lingyuan smelled an enticing aroma. The stall owner enthusiastically introduced the various snacks, and Li Lingyuan wanted to try them all. Xiao Yi looked at her greedy look and couldn't help but smile, "Don't be in a hurry, buy a little of each and eat slowly."

They were strolling around the market while enjoying some snacks. Li Lingyuan suddenly saw some vintage records on a stall and ran over excitedly. She picked up a record and looked at the cover. "Xiao Yi, this is an old record I've always wanted to listen to. I didn't expect to find it here." Xiao Yi looked at her happy face and said to the stall owner, "We want this record."

After leaving the market, they arrived at an old manor on the edge of town. The manor's gate was closed, and vines were crawling all around it. Li Lingyuan peeked inside curiously. "Xiao Yi, it seems very mysterious in there. Can we go in and take a look?" Xiao Yi looked around and found a small path that seemed to lead him in.

The two walked cautiously along the path, and the scenery within the manor dazzled them. The ancient buildings and abandoned gardens, though somewhat dilapidated, were imbued with a unique beauty. Li Lingyuan excitedly wandered through the manor, looking at this and touching that.

"Xiao Yi, look at this fountain. Even though there's no water, it still feels so good." Li Lingyuan shouted as she stood beside the fountain. Xiao Yi walked over and took her hand. "Yes, this place is like a forgotten world."

In a corner of the manor, they found a small wooden house. Inside, some old furniture was covered in dust. Li Lingyuan found a diary in a drawer. The handwriting was a little blurred, but still legible. Curious, she opened the diary and began to read.

"May 10, 1930, is the day I met him. Dressed in a sharp suit, he walked into my life..." Li Lingyuan read, imagining the stories in the diary. Xiao Yi listened quietly, watching Li Lingyuan's concentration, and thought to himself: Perhaps every ancient place hides countless touching stories.

After reading the diary, Li Lingyuan was a little emotional. "Xiao Yi, it feels like we have peeked into someone else's love story." Xiao Yi nodded. "Yes, just like our love, it will also become a beautiful story in the eyes of others."

After leaving the manor, they came to the river in the town. The river was gurgling, and several small boats were floating quietly on the river. Li Lingyuan looked at the river and said, "Xiao Yi, let's go boating." Xiao Yi rented a small boat and got on it with Li Lingyuan.

Xiao Yi picked up the oar and slowly rowed the boat. Li Lingyuan sat at the bow, feeling the breeze on her face, feeling particularly relaxed. "Xiao Yi, do you think it would be nice if we could live in a place like this forever?" Li Lingyuan turned her head and asked Xiao Yi. Xiao Yi looked at her and said seriously, "As long as I'm with you, it doesn't matter where I am."

The boat moved slowly on the river, and the two of them enjoyed this peaceful and beautiful time. Unconsciously, the sun gradually set in the west, and the sky was dyed orange and red. Xiao Yi increased the speed of the boat and returned to the shore.

In the evening, they returned to the restaurant they had been to yesterday. Soft retro music played in the restaurant as Li Lingyuan and Xiao Yi savored the local delicacies and reminisced about their two days in the town.

"Xiao Yi, this trip was really great. I will remember it forever." Li Lingyuan said.

Xiao Yi held her hand and said, "Me too. We will go to more interesting places together in the future."

After dinner, they walked hand in hand back to the B&B. That night, they slept in each other's arms, their dreams still filled with the beautiful scenery of the small town.

On the third day, they reluctantly left this retro town with full of memories. But this sweet time will be forever engraved in their hearts and become a precious memory in their love journey.