My sister is Luna

"Then let's go, Wan'er." Cain waved goodbye to Shangguan Wan'er in the courtyard.

"Okay, go ahead, I'll wait for you to come back." Shangguan Wan'er smiled and waved in response, but her eyes were full of reluctance, as if she wanted to deeply engrave Cain's image in her heart.

Her heart was filled with the pain of seeing Cain leave, but she did not want to go against Cain's wishes.

"Take good care of yourself. When I come back, you must be stronger and protect yourself well." After saying this last sentence, Cain left the courtyard.

"Don't worry, you'll see a stronger me when you come back."

Shangguan Wan'er gazed intently at Cain's departing figure, clenched her fists, and spoke firmly, her voice filled with determination and anticipation.

I will rise to a high position, worthy of you!

……

After the gate was opened, Chang'an returned to its original state. The broken straight road leading to the gate had been completely repaired, and the speed at which it was done was astonishing, demonstrating the immense wealth and advanced technology of the Tang Dynasty's Heluo region.

The sun pierced the night sky, restoring Chang'an to its former bustling state. People seemed to have forgotten the devastating catastrophe and continued to live their lives harmoniously.

But the secret of Chang'an has been exposed. Many foreigners who were there that night witnessed and experienced this incredibly shocking secret firsthand. Perhaps before long, Chang'an will become the focus of the entire continent. After all, the ark in the legend of the gods is Chang'an, the capital of the Tang Dynasty. How could it not be exciting and intriguing?

Today, the Vermilion Bird Gate was already packed with long queues. Whether entering or leaving, everyone was in perfect order. Chang'an, as always, embraced people from all corners of the world with its broad-mindedness, truly deserving of its reputation as a prosperous era and the strongest empire.

Are you really going to come with me?

Inside the carriage, Cain asked with a slight headache, his voice tinged with helplessness.

Milady was sitting to his left. Although he knew he couldn't change the outcome, he still wanted to try one more time and confirm it one more time.

Today was the day Cain set off for Jixia. The carriage sponsored by the Empress Wu Zetian moved slowly forward in the long procession. He relied solely on the carriage and map provided by Empress Wu Zetian for his journey to Jixia, and he did not request any extra servants to accompany him or take care of his daily needs along the way.

Although the things Her Majesty the Empress provided seemed simple, even ordinary and inconspicuous, discerning people could tell that the two horses pulling the carriage were actually top-quality Akhal-Teke horses. The carriage was constructed using the finest hard black wood and employing mechanical techniques to ensure its sturdiness and durability. Its design was also quite sophisticated, luxurious yet understated, and extremely practical. The carriage also had ample space for rest, and all the travel expenses and provisions were provided, so there was nothing to worry about. It was practically an ancient version of a motorhome.

In particular, the mechanical servants that Milady brought could replace human servants. They were small and capable of intelligent driving, navigation, and other functions, saving a lot of manpower.

“What do you think?” Milady glanced at Cain and said.

“You already know me, so it’s my turn to know you. Otherwise, wouldn’t that be unfair?” Milady looked at Cain with a firm and serious gaze.

"Besides, we all want to know about our feelings, and the time we have in Chang'an is not enough, so it is necessary to travel with you. It is also a good opportunity for me to experience the splendor of the number one academy in the world - Jixia Academy."

“Yes, you’re right.” Cain nodded knowingly. He just wanted to go along with Milady as much as possible now, because…

"But can you tell me who this woman is? Why are you letting her follow you? I'm enough. Aren't you satisfied?" Suddenly, Milady looked coldly at Yang Yuhuan, who was sitting to Cain's right, her eyes filled with hostility and dissatisfaction.

That's right, Yang Yuhuan is also going to Jixia with Cain. As for why—

"Her Majesty the Empress ordered me to go to Jixia to complete a mission. I'm hitching a ride with you. This is Her Majesty's letter." When the train arrived, Yang Yuhuan took out the letter and said this.

Upon opening the letter written in Her Majesty the Empress's own handwriting, Cain could only leave Yang Yuhuan behind under Milady's murderous gaze.

So it turned out like this.

"Uh...it's because of Her Majesty the Empress's request..." Cain shrugged helplessly, gave an awkward laugh, and tried to ease the tense atmosphere.

“What Your Majesty? You call her that so smoothly. You’re not even from this country. You’re a Westerner. Why should you listen to her?” Milady said with dissatisfaction, her voice full of complaints.

“I joined the Great Wall Guard, so I should be considered to have the nationality of the Tang Dynasty’s Heluo. Besides, she sponsored me, so it’s not unreasonable to agree to some of her requests. After all, you can’t be too polite to someone who doesn’t give you money.” Cain scratched his head and said, trying to explain to Milady.

"Damn it...you really look like an Easterner." Milady was furious but speechless, and her gaze toward Cain grew increasingly hostile.

"His Majesty has sent me to the Jixia Academy, and I thought that you would also be going, so I would have company on the journey. I cannot disobey the royal command, so please forgive me, Madam." At this moment, Yang Yuhuan, holding her pipa, spoke softly. Her voice was gentle and graceful.

“Madam…?!” Milady’s cheeks flushed instantly, as if she were lost in some fantasy.

"Well, at least you know what's good for you. Fine, I'll let you stay then." Mila came to his senses, coughed, and pretended to reluctantly agree, but a pleasant smile appeared on his lips, clearly indicating that he was in a very good mood.

"Thank you, Madam," Yang Yuhuan nodded and said with a smile.

"Phew..." Cain secretly breathed a sigh of relief. Yang Yuhuan's casual remark resolved a dispute.

"By the way, did I send you the letter?" Cain thought of the favor he had asked Milady after he went there.

"It's been sent. If all goes well, it should arrive in Haidu within a month, and she should receive it." She had also seriously arranged for someone to handle things for her future sister-in-law.

Looking at the long line ahead, Yang Yuhuan's pupils dilated as she fell into a reverie.

"You've arrived, Yang Yuhuan. May I play a tune for you?" Wu Zetian said to Yang Yuhuan as she gracefully approached from her seat in the courtyard.

Yang Yuhuan's music was beautiful and captivating, even Empress Wu Zetian was no exception. She was highly appreciated by Wu Zetian and often came to the palace to play songs.

"Yes," Yang Yuhuan said, plucking the strings of her zither, and a beautiful and soothing melody flowed out like water.

"I have something I'd like to ask you to do," Wu Zetian said, opening her eyes as the music ended.

"Your Majesty, please speak."

"I want you to accompany Cain to Jixia Academy to see what he does on the way, especially to see if he tries to seduce other women, and to stop him when the time is right." Wu Zetian looked at Yang Yuhuan with a meaningful look in her eyes.

"...Yes, Your Majesty, Yu Huan obeys." After a moment of silence, Yang Yu Huan replied as if she knew something extraordinary.

“This letter should also be given to Cain, lest he deny it.”

Yang Yuhuan, lost in thought, was startled awake by the sudden jolt of the carriage.

Only then did they realize that the mechanical servants had already driven the carriage out of the Vermilion Bird Gate and left Chang'an City.

"Jixia, await our arrival!" Looking out the window at the vast plains, fertile land, and rivers, Cain was filled with boundless pride.

Maybe this is not a bad thing.

Yang Yuhuan looked at Cain's smiling face and thought to herself.

The three of them—one man and two women—have embarked on a new journey.

……