Traveling through thousands of years, I only love you

Traveling Through Thousands of Years Just for You Chapter 53

Li Lingyuan stood before the old man, her heart filled with shock and confusion. "You said I'm a time traveler? How is that possible?" Her voice trembled, her eyes filled with disbelief.

The old man sighed softly, looking at her with a deep gaze. He said, "You don't belong to this era. Your time travel has caused turmoil in time and space. Every time you cross the boundary of time and space, it will tear tiny cracks in the web of order between the two worlds. Although these cracks may seem insignificant, they are like trickles that converge into a river, gradually causing great disaster."

Li Lingyuan's mind was in a state of confusion, as memories of the past flooded back like a tide. She recalled the skyscrapers and bustling traffic of the modern world, as well as the little moments she had with Jun Ze, Xiao Yi, and others in this ancient world. Could all those emotional entanglements and life-and-death adventures have been just an accident caused by her time travel?

"What about Xiao Yi's poison..." she asked with difficulty.

The old man paced slowly and said, "The poison Xiao Yi was infected with was an evil force born from the turbulence of time and space. Your frequent travels between the two worlds have disrupted the balance of time and space, allowing this turbulent force to take advantage of the opportunity and invade his body. Ordinary antidotes can only temporarily relieve the pain, but cannot fundamentally dispel this darkness from the depths of time and space."

Li Lingyuan's face turned pale. She looked at the old man with pleading eyes: "Is there no way to save Xiao Yi and maintain the order of time and space at the same time?"

The old man shook his head gently. "The laws of time and space are like heaven's laws. Once violated, there must be a price to pay. If you continue to stay in this era, the chaos of time and space will become more serious. Not only will Xiao Yi's life be in danger, but this land will also suffer a catastrophic disaster. Disease, famine, and war will ravage the world, and countless lives will be plunged into dire straits. And the modern world you originally in will also be triggered by unimaginable disasters due to the collapse of the ties of time and space. Technology will lose control, society will be in turmoil, and people's fate will be rewritten at will."

Li Lingyuan slowly crouched down, her head in her hands. Her heart was consumed by anguish and conflict. On one side was Xiao Yi, whom she deeply loved. How could she bear to abandon him? In this world, Xiao Yi was her spiritual support, the source of motivation that kept her going despite countless hardships and dangers. They had shared their hearts under the moonlight, faced life-and-death trials together, and those beautiful memories illuminated her heart like bright stars.

On the other side, the fate of two worlds lies at stake. Though an ordinary woman, she knows the weight of her responsibility. If her love causes countless people to suffer, how can she live with peace of mind? She thinks of the kindhearted people she met in this world, their smiles, their simplicity, and of her family and friends in the modern world, all living peacefully in their own worlds. But her own choices could destroy all of this.

In the days that followed, Li Lingyuan remained at Xiao Yi's bedside, a kind of mortal coil. She watched Xiao Yi's frail face, each breath weighing heavily on her heart. She searched for alternative solutions, poring over every ancient medical text she could find, even venturing into mysterious ruins in search of clues, but to no avail.

She often wandered alone in the courtyard late at night, two voices arguing with each other. One voice said, "For Xiao Yi, stay. Love can conquer everything." The other voice reminded her, "You can't be so selfish. The fate of both worlds rests in your hands."

The external environment was also deteriorating. Strange lights and noises appeared in the sky, the earth trembled slightly, rivers dried up, and crops withered. Li Lingyuan knew that these were all signs of the intensification of the time-space chaos, and her time was running out.

She had thought about confessing everything to Xiao Yi, but she was afraid that it would only make him more miserable. She could only watch over him silently, feeling his presence with her heart at every moment, as if she wanted to engrave everything about him in her heart.

Li Lingyuan approached Junze and told him about her predicament. Junze's face darkened. He understood the gravity of the situation, but he also sympathized with Li Lingyuan's pain. "Lingyuan, this is an incredibly difficult decision, but no matter what you decide, I will support you." Junze's words brought a touch of warmth, but they couldn't alleviate the burden she felt.

During one of Xiao Yi's rare moments of clarity, he looked at Li Lingyuan's haggard face and softly asked, "Lingyuan, is there something on your mind? Tell me, and we'll face it together." Li Lingyuan fought back tears, shook her head, and forced a smile, "Xiao Yi, have a good rest. Everything will be fine."

As time passed, Li Lingyuan felt as if she were sinking into an endless, dark abyss. Her spirit gradually wore out, and her body grew weaker from excessive worry and fatigue. But her heart still struggled, refusing to give up this last glimmer of hope.

She came to the old man again, her eyes bloodshot, and asked in a hoarse voice, "Senior, is there really no hope? Even if there is only a glimmer of hope, I am willing to try."

The old man looked at her, a hint of pity flashing in his eyes, but he still shook his head firmly: "The laws of time and space cannot be violated. You must make a decision, and time is running out, otherwise everything will be irreversible."

Li Lingyuan returned to Xiao Yi's residence in a state of despair. She sat by the bed, holding Xiao Yi's hand, tears dripping down his face. "Xiao Yi, what should I do? I don't want to lose you, but I can't watch our two worlds be destroyed because of me." She silently confided in her heart, hoping Xiao Yi could give her an answer, even if it was just an illusory comfort.

In this agonizing decision, Li Lingyuan felt as if her soul had been torn in two. She didn't know how much longer she could hold on, nor did she know what her ultimate fate would be. But she knew that no matter what decision she made, she would lose something forever, and this loss would become a wound in her heart that would never heal.

Although Xiao Yi was physically weak, he was keenly aware of Li Lingyuan's abnormality. He saw Li Lingyuan often absent-minded, his eyes full of entanglement and pain, and he was extremely worried.

"Lingyuan, have you encountered any troubles? Why do you look so haggard?" Xiao Yi held Li Lingyuan's hand despite his sick body, his eyes full of concern and confusion.

Li Lingyuan looked at him, wanting to say something but stopping himself, and just forced a smile: "Xiao Yi, don't worry, I'm just a little tired."

However, Xiao Yi knew that things were not that simple. He secretly observed Li Lingyuan's every move, and saw that she frequently met with the old man and fell into deeper contemplation after returning, which made his doubts grow stronger.

When Li Lingyuan was out, Xiao Yi, despite his own discomfort, struggled to get up and quietly followed her. He saw Li Lingyuan go to the old man's residence. Although he could not hear the content of their conversation, from Li Lingyuan's painful expression and the old man's serious look, Xiao Yi guessed that something extremely serious must have happened.

After Li Lingyuan came back, Xiao Yi pretended not to know and pretended to be asleep at night. When Li Lingyuan thought he was asleep and was secretly crying beside the bed, Xiao Yi slowly opened his eyes and asked softly: "Lingyuan, is my illness making you feel embarrassed? Are you hiding something from me?"

Li Lingyuan was startled by his sudden question, tears instantly bursting out: "Xiao Yi, don't worry about it, just take care of yourself."

Xiao Yi sat up and gently wiped away her tears: "Lingyuan, we have been through so much, and we have been through life and death together. No matter what happens, you should not bear it alone. Tell me, maybe I can share it with you."

Li Lingyuan hesitated again and again, and finally slowly told the old man what he had said, including his identity as a time traveler, the impact of all this on his illness and the world as a whole, and the cruel choice.

Xiao Yi was shocked upon hearing this, but he quickly composed himself. He embraced Li Lingyuan and said gently, "Lingyuan, this isn't your fault. If my existence causes you so much pain and plunges the world into crisis, perhaps I shouldn't burden you."

Li Lingyuan shook his head desperately: "No, Xiao Yi, how can I abandon you? But I can't ignore the safety of both worlds."

Xiao Yi gently stroked her hair: "Lingyuan, I don't want to be a burden to you. If returning to the modern era can free you and save the world, then go ahead. I will pray for you in this life, and hope that you will be happy and healthy in your world."

Li Lingyuan looked at him and burst into tears: "Xiao Yi, how can I bear to abandon you? I love you, and this love makes me unable to give up easily."

A trace of pain and helplessness flashed across Xiao Yi's eyes, but he still pretended to be calm: "Ling Yuan, if our love is destined to be sacrificed, it is for a greater mission. Don't go against your conscience because of me."

Afterward, although Xiao Yi's health grew increasingly frail, he always appeared strong and open-minded in front of Li Lingyuan. He tried to infect Li Lingyuan with his optimism, so that she wouldn't suffer too much. However, every night alone, Xiao Yi gazed at the bright moon outside the window, his heart filled with reluctance and attachment to Li Lingyuan. He knew that their destinies might soon diverge, and that this love would become an eternal memory in his heart. No matter the outcome, he hoped that Li Lingyuan would make the right choice, even if it meant their separation forever.