Time travel, quick transmigration

Now that the situation was settled and the crisis resolved, Chen Xuanli escorted the emperor away, and Crown Prince Li Heng and his confidants also left with the remaining imperial guards. Xiao Huanling looked at the incredibly real person in his arms.

"Ayan, would you like to come with me? I'll go wherever you want to go, and we'll never be apart again. Will you?"

Shi Yan smiled slightly. Of course she was willing. Ever since she realized her feelings for Xiao Huanling, all she wanted to do was stay by his side. They hadn't actually spent much time together over the years, and in the last few years they had been apart even more. She had made Xiao Huanling lonely for too long and had made him wait for too long.

She changed Yang Yuhuan's fate by taking on the identity of Yang Yuhuan. 0804 also told her that Yang Yuhuan's resentment had dissipated and her soul, which had been imprisoned in the temple, had finally been freed. At that moment, she also truly felt the disappearance of a certain kind of confinement, which also meant that her purpose in coming to this world had been fulfilled. She did not want to think about how much time she had left to leave this world. She only wanted to cherish every moment she could still be with Xiao Huanling.

"I do, Ah Ling, I'm willing to go wherever you take me."

Upon hearing this, Xiao Huanling's bright and beautiful face instantly blossomed into a smile, as if he had long been certain that Shi Yan would agree to go with him, and Shi Yan had indeed given him a positive answer. There was also a hint of pride and the joy of getting what he wanted in his eyes.

0804 saw Shi Yan and Xiao Huanling's expressions and interactions clearly and felt extremely helpless. He sighed softly, unable to bear saying anything that would spoil the mood when the two were in such a good mood.

"Never mind. Yan Yan, let's stay with Xiao Huanling a little longer before leaving this time and space, and say goodbye properly."

Shi Yan noticed the joy on Xiao Huanling's face and seemed to be infected by his good mood.

The two gazed at each other, seemingly never tiring of looking at one another.

Shi Yan was the first to realize that the two of them were in front of everyone. In the past, Shi Yan would never have believed that she would be so affectionate with anyone. So she felt a little embarrassed for a moment.

When Xiao Huanling saw Shi Yan suddenly avert her gaze and stop looking at him, and straighten up from his embrace to create distance between them, he belatedly realized his unease and coughed lightly.

Seeing that everyone present was deliberately looking away to avoid making him and Shi Yan feel awkward, Xiao Huanling had an idea and looked at everyone.

He knew that it was time for them to part ways.

It turns out that even when it really comes time to say goodbye, he still feels reluctant.

"Jiang He, I'm going to leave with your sister Ayan. Let's part ways here. Remember what I told you."

As he spoke, he looked at Zhang Liang and the thousands of Xuan Ce soldiers behind him. These were his brothers who had fought alongside him through thick and thin on the battlefield.

"Zhang Liang, and brothers of the Xuan Ce Army, take care of yourselves while I'm gone."

“Zhang Liang, I know you are honest and reliable, so I entrust Jiang He and the brothers of the Xuan Ce Army to you. Of course, if you have other plans, you can choose to do what you want and live your life in your own way. After all, no one has an obligation to be responsible for someone else’s life.”

Watching Xiao Huanling calmly utter her farewell words, Zhang Liang's eyes gradually welled up with tears. He had a premonition that this parting might be the last time he and Xiao Huanling would ever see each other again. Even though he was very reluctant and saddened, he would always unconditionally support Xiao Huanling. Therefore, he would support Xiao Huanling's decision.

“General, I have nowhere else to go. Taiyuan is a place you have put a lot of thought and effort into building. I just want to stay there. When you return to Taiyuan, as long as we are here, that will be your home. As long as you need us, we will go without hesitation. But if you are just tired, you can still go back there to spend the rest of your life.”

"General, please rest assured, I will take good care of Jiang He and these brothers."

Not only Xiao Huanling, but Shi Yan was also deeply moved. It is a great blessing to have such close friends as Jiang He and Zhang Liang in one's lifetime.

“Alright, if that day ever comes, I will take Ayan back to Taiyuan to see you.”

"Xiao Huanling thanks everyone."

Xiao Huanling clasped his hands and bowed sincerely to Jiang He, Zhang Liang, and the resolute faces in front of him.

All the soldiers of Xuan Ce's army said in unison upon seeing this.

"General, take care!"

Take care, everyone!

Xiao Huanling replied.

As they were about to part, Jiang He almost couldn't hold back his tears.

"Sister Ayan, I'm entrusting my brother Xiao to you. You must treat him well, and no matter what, never leave him. Otherwise..."

Upon hearing this, Xiao Huanling immediately glanced at him. Jiang He was taken aback by his gaze and reluctantly suppressed the words he was about to say, instead addressing Shi Yan.

"Sister Ayan, I've seen how much Brother Xiao cares about you all these years. Now that you two can finally be together, it's like the clouds have parted and the sun has come out. I'm so happy for you. I wish you a long and happy life together, and that you will be forever united in heart."

"Brother Xiao, you...you remember to come back to Taiyuan to see us when you have time..."

Shi Yan and Xiao Huanling exchanged a glance, then smiled and said to Jiang He.

"We will."

"Take good care of yourself too. Xiao Jiang, thank you for all these years. With you by my side, I didn't have to worry about Brother Xiao too much."

"And this person, I'm so grateful to have you by Ah Ling's side all this time, supporting him from beginning to end. Thank you."

Shi Yan thanked Jiang He and Zhang Liang, then turned and bowed to the thousands of Xuan Ce soldiers in front of her, saying thank you again.

Xiao Huanling felt his heart melt into tenderness, intoxicated by Shi Yan's gentle affection. He gently pulled his arms closer, and Shi Yan nestled into his embrace. Xiao Huanling lowered his eyes, resting his head against Shi Yan's hair, and spoke softly.

"Ayan, it's so good to have you by my side..."

Shi Yan felt the reassuring warmth emanating from Xiao Huanling, smiled gently, and reached out to grasp Xiao Huanling's hand.

After Xiao Huanling had said goodbye, Shi Yan looked at Aman, Haiyue and the others.

“Aman, you are free now. You no longer need to live to protect my safety. You can choose to live the life you want. This world is vast; you can go and see it for yourself. Or you can go with Xiao Jiang to Taiyuan Prefecture first…”

The implication was farewell. Aman was somewhat taken aback, and when she realized it was time to leave, watching Shi Yan, Xiao Huanling, Jiang He, and the others say goodbye, she remained silent as an observer. When true freedom arrived, Aman didn't feel much joy; instead, she felt lost and disoriented. From the day she resolved to follow Shi Yan, she had never imagined life without her. She hesitated, she was reluctant, but she knew that Shi Yan and Xiao Huanling didn't need anyone else between them, so she suppressed her sadness and looked at Shi Yan.

“My lady, I have always remembered your words. If I could, I would like to serve you, protect you, and take care of you for the rest of my life. But I know that everyone has their own path to walk. And you have Young Master Xiao, so your future life will only be filled with joy. Therefore, even if I am not by your side, someone will take good care of you.”

"This servant has decided to go to Taiyuan Prefecture with Young Master Jiang and the others."

Aman said firmly.