Time travel, quick transmigration

After discussing Xiaodie's matter, Shi Yan prepared to leave, but seeing that Li Longji still seemed troubled, it didn't seem appropriate to leave immediately. So Shi Yan suggested that the two of them go to the Imperial Garden to admire the flowers. At this time of year, many flowers were in full bloom, and a walk outside might cheer Li Longji up.

"Sanlang, the peonies and peonies in the Imperial Garden are in full bloom right now. If you have nothing else to do, would you be willing to accompany me to stroll in the garden and admire the flowers?"

"I remember you mentioned last time that the 'Rainbow Feather Dress Dance' was mostly composed. After we finish admiring the flowers, I'll accompany you to the Pear Garden. I'd love to hear the new piece you composed, Sanlang."

Upon hearing this, Li Longji immediately became interested.

"It couldn't be better. Yu Huan is truly my confidante. With you by my side, I am truly much happier."

Shi Yan just smiled shyly after hearing this.

So the two of them left Ganlu Palace and headed to the Imperial Garden, surrounded by a group of palace servants.

After enjoying the flowers with Li Longji in the colorful imperial garden, Shi Yan was taken to the Pear Garden by Li Longji, who was eager to show off his skills.

The palace women, attendants, seated musicians, and accompanists in the Pear Garden all served the emperor directly. "The Song of Rainbow Feathers and Robes" was a famous Tang Dynasty court music piece, originally presented by Yang Jingzhong, the military governor of Hexi during the Kaiyuan era, and initially named "Brahman Song." After Emperor Xuanzong of Tang polished it and added lyrics, it was renamed "The Song of Rainbow Feathers and Robes." Legend has it that it was composed by Emperor Xuanzong after he climbed the Sanxiang Post Station to view Daughter Mountain and secretly recorded a fairy's song upon returning from a visit to the Moon Palace; though these are absurd and unbelievable, they were frequently used by poets in their verses. After His Majesty the Emperor polished and added lyrics to "Brahman Song," the people of the Pear Garden practiced the newly composed "The Song of Rainbow Feathers and Robes" every day.

This time, His Majesty the Emperor brought his Consort to inspect the new music, so everyone was naturally on high alert and dared not make the slightest mistake.

Shi Yan saw that the palace maids, court ladies, seated musicians, and pianists who were playing "The Song of Rainbow Feathers" were all ready and were looking forward to enjoying the legendary famous piece. Suddenly, Li Longji got up and took the white jade flute presented by Gao Lishi and began to play it.

As a melodious and mysterious flute sound rang out, everyone followed, each holding a different musical instrument.

Shi Yan felt as if she were hearing celestial music, and before her eyes seemed a fairy in a rainbow-colored robe dancing gracefully. The fairy's singing was melodious and beautiful, like a dream, and Shi Yan listened with rapt attention, even conceiving several dances to accompany the music.

The "Rainbow Feather Dress Dance" truly lived up to its reputation. In her world, the dance had long been lost, and later generations only knew its name but had never had the chance to hear it. This was also the first time in her life that she had heard such a mysterious sound. The dance music not only possessed the graceful beauty of classical Chinese music and the magnificent prosperity of the Tang Dynasty, but also incorporated the exotic charm of Hu music and the sanctity and elegance of Buddhist music.

When the song ended, Shi Yan was still somewhat reluctant to leave, and it wasn't until Li Longji sat down next to her that she came back to her senses.

Li Longji watched her entranced and captivated expression with a smile in his eyes.

"What does Yu Huan think of this piece?"

Shi Yan said sincerely.

"Your Majesty plays the flute beautifully. I admire you greatly. Your mastery of music is truly divine. The 'Rainbow Feather Garment Dance' is a celestial melody that will surely be praised by future generations."

Upon hearing this, Li Longji immediately burst into laughter.

"Yu Huan's skill in flattering people is truly unparalleled. Even I am ashamed after hearing your praise."

It was clear that Li Longji was genuinely happy; his eyes and brows were full of joy. Gao Lishi, who knew his temperament well, was also happy for his master, and secretly admired his skill in using flattery to please him.

Shi Yan, however, did not take Li Longji's words seriously.

"Why should Your Majesty feel ashamed? I am speaking the truth. Apart from your noble status as the ruler of a country, you are naturally exceptionally talented. Few can match your skill in music alone."

Shi Yan acknowledged that Li Longji was outstanding in both literature and military affairs. In the early years of his reign, Li Longji was indeed a diligent and politically astute emperor. However, he later became greedy for pleasure, extravagant and licentious, and his political system became corrupt, with nepotism and selfishness. In particular, Li Longji was largely responsible for the An Lushan Rebellion. What is most despicable is that he, who had always claimed to be deeply in love with Yang Guifei, abandoned her for his own safety and ordered her to commit suicide.

So even though Emperor Li Longji was indeed very charming, she looked down on him and loathed him from the bottom of her heart.

Li Longji was unaware of her thoughts and assumed that she greatly admired him. After hearing her words, he was no longer annoyed by his own absurdity.

"So that's how good I am in Yu Huan's heart."

Deeply moved, His Majesty the Emperor looked at Shi Yan with tenderness.

"I have also written the lyrics. Once the second half of the music is composed and the lyrics are written, Yu Huan will choreograph a dance for this 'Rainbow Feather Garment Dance'."

Shi Yan was willing to choreograph the "Rainbow Feather Robe Dance," but she didn't want to dance for Li Longji. As she hesitated about whether to refuse, a memory flashed through her mind: Xiao Huanling had once asked her to dance, and she hadn't agreed then. Perhaps when Xiao Huanling returned to Chang'an, she could take the opportunity to dance for him at the banquet. Thinking of this, Shi Yan didn't refuse and nodded in agreement.

“Very well, since Your Majesty has invited me, I, Yu Huan, will certainly put my heart into composing a musical dance that matches this piece.”

Li Longji nodded and smiled upon hearing this.

"That would be wonderful, I look forward to it."

After enjoying the music, the two sat for a while longer before leaving with their accompanying palace servants.

Nanxun Hall, Huamian Pavilion.

"Your subject Shen Zhi pays his respects to Your Highness the Noble Consort."

Shi Yan smiled as she looked at Xiao Shen kneeling in front of her.

"Rise. There is no need for such formalities in front of me."

"If you kneel down again, someone will feel sorry for you."

Xiaodie, standing to the side, blushed deeply, but due to the rules, she couldn't argue with her master. She could only purse her lips and cover her face with embarrassment.

Shi Yan glanced at Xiao Die.

"See, someone's shy."

After she finished speaking, not only Xiaodie, but also the simple-minded Shen Zhi felt embarrassed.

"Your Majesty, it's fine if you tease me, but please stop making fun of Xiaodie. Xiaodie is shy, and I'm afraid she'll ignore me if you keep talking."

Shi Yan smiled upon hearing this.

"Oh dear, you're already protecting her. Alright, alright, I'll tease you and make fun of you, but I won't mention Xiaodie."

"Get up quickly, it doesn't look good to be kneeling."

Shen Zhi quickly thanked him and stood up straight.

Shi Yan's smile faded with satisfaction.

"From now on, you'd better serve me well."

"I have now granted your request. From now on, you must treat our Xiaodie well."

"Although we are close in the same palace, you must be careful and observe proper etiquette before marriage."

"After some time, I will choose an auspicious day for you two to officiate your wedding."

Shen Zhi was overjoyed upon hearing this and felt deeply grateful to Shi Yan.

"Your Majesty, I thank you."

"Your Majesty, rest assured, I know what to do."

Xiaodie was already blushing so deeply she was practically swooning. Standing to Shi Yan's right, Aman watched this with a mixture of happiness and envy, thinking that perhaps one day she would meet a lover and spend her life with him.