Time travel, quick transmigration

The Chang'an before her was not the one Shi Yan had only read about in books, a city that had borne glory, suffered the ravages of war, witnessed the smoke of battle, and witnessed the rise and fall of emperors, generals, ministers, poets, and other famous figures. A vibrant Chang'an stood before her.

Is this really just a parallel world of Chang'an?

As Shi Yan sat in the carriage, she couldn't help but have this question.

From Xiao Die, she had already learned some things related to Li Heng, as well as Yang Yuhuan's uncle, her cousins, and some things about Chang'an.

According to Xiaodie, there are eleven north-south streets and fourteen east-west streets in Chang'an City. Among them, there is a straight street from the Zhuque Gate in the center of the south of the imperial city to the Mingde Gate at the southernmost point, which is called Zhuque Avenue.

They were now traveling along Zhuque Avenue. Shi Yan looked out the carriage window and saw that the street was not only wide but also magnificent and bustling. Many markets were located on both sides of the street, and business seemed to be thriving. The prosperous Tang Dynasty truly lived up to its reputation of attracting envoys from all over the world, with merchants gathering everywhere. Looking at the endless stream of foreign merchants and the dazzling array of goods in the markets, Shi Yan couldn't help but marvel at the truly prosperous scene before her.

In his early reign, Li Longji was a diligent and capable ruler, and the country experienced unprecedented prosperity under his governance, ushering in the Kaiyuan Era, a golden age that has been praised by countless generations. It's just a pity...

"Why does the princess frown and sigh..."

Xiaodie, puzzled, asked.

Shi Yan realized that her emotions were showing through her heart, and couldn't help but mutter a self-deprecating remark to herself. She then turned to look at Xiao Die, saw her innocent and pure face, and smiled.

"It's nothing, but I suddenly thought of Xiaodie. You've always been devoted to me and followed me for so long. Now you're getting on in years. If you ever meet someone you love, I will definitely help you get married and give you a dowry. But the thought of you leaving me makes me feel sad."

As he spoke, a shadow fell across his face.

Xiaodie hurriedly expressed her loyalty, saying that she would serve Shi Yan for the rest of her life, but then blushed deeply because of Shi Yan's words.

Despite her shyness, Xiaodie looked at Shi Yan and said confidently.

"This servant will never marry. This servant will always stay by the Princess's side and be loyal to her."

Shi Yan hadn't expected that her casual remark would provoke Xiao Die into making such a solemn vow, leaving Shi Yan with mixed feelings. Xiao Die's eyes were so resolute, and her expression so sincere, that Shi Yan didn't know how to respond. She didn't understand the unwavering loyalty that servants in ancient times had to their masters, but even so, she was truly moved.

“Silly girl, what’s so good about being with your princess? You have a long life ahead of you, and you can do so many things. This is just the beginning.”

"If you can marry a good man, have children, and live a happy and fulfilling life, I will be happy for you."

"Of course, in this world, women are not required to get married. Everyone has their own way of living. Whatever you choose, the most important thing is that you are happy."

Little Butterfly was confused, but she was happy that her master was thinking of her and truly cared about her.

"Your Highness, Xiaodie is very happy to be with you."

Seeing Xiaodie's obedient and easily satisfied appearance, Shi Yan stopped talking to her about the previous topic. She understood that she couldn't change the mindset of someone living in an ancient dynasty in a short time.

Afterwards, Shi Yan and Xiao Die, escorted by guards, went to Guibaozhai to buy some jewelry, and then went to a teahouse to order tea and snacks and sit for a while.

When the time was right, Shi Yan left the teahouse with Xiao Die and headed towards her main destination for the day: the pharmacy.

"Your Highness, this is a medicinal herb shop."

Xiao Die moved closer to Shi Yan and whispered a reminder.

Shi Yan smiled slightly, glancing sideways at Xiao Die, who looked confused and bewildered. She mimicked Xiao Die's soft voice and said, "Yes, I saw it. I have my reasons, so don't ask any more questions."

Xiaodie observed Shi Yan's mysterious demeanor, imagined it to herself, and then nodded emphatically.

Before long, Shi Yan had purchased all the medicinal materials needed for the prescription provided by 0804, and then led Xiao Die away from the pharmacy.

As soon as the two stepped out the door, they heard a commotion ahead. Shi Yan looked up and saw a young man in purple robes with dark hair, riding a white horse, with a bright and flamboyant appearance, wielding a long whip and striking a woman who was blocking his way.

Crack! Two sharp cracks of the whip rang out, and even hearing them made Shi Yan feel pain, let alone the woman who endured them without flinching or dodging, only tightly holding the child in her arms and protecting him. Shi Yan was instantly enraged, unable to understand how such an arrogant and domineering youth could exist right under the emperor's nose.

What's infuriating is that some bystanders didn't even try to stop it.

"Who exactly is that young man, and why do his actions inspire such fear and apprehension in everyone?"

As Shi Yan spoke, she stepped forward to stop the boy from continuing to persecute others.

Upon seeing this, Xiaodie immediately stepped forward to stop them.

“Your Highness, perhaps we should leave it alone. I’m worried that the young man’s identity is not simple. This capital is full of high-ranking officials and nobles; we shouldn’t cause trouble for the Prince. Besides, if you were accidentally injured by that young man, His Highness Prince Shou would definitely worry and wouldn’t let it go easily.”

Xiaodie's words make sense, but Shiyan cannot ignore the injustices before her eyes.

She must not have been unaware that no one cared about her; she must have been an ordinary person whom no one dared to offend.

Xiaodie's caution is commendable, but she will not act blindly or recklessly.

"Don't worry. No matter what, your princess is still His Majesty the Emperor's daughter-in-law. No matter how powerful or influential anyone is in the capital, they can't surpass the Emperor."

"That boy is clearly born with exceptionally handsome features, but he is not learning good things at such a young age. What will become of him in the future?"

Just as Shi Yan pulled Xiao Die closer, the purple-clad youth cracked his whip at the whispering crowd, then gave the burly man he had whipped a cold look before spurring his horse away.

When Shi Yan saw that the person had just left, she felt an unsettling anger that she couldn't vent.

Unfortunately, she hadn't managed to teach the woman a lesson, and though she was upset, she had to give up. Looking at the woman still sitting on the ground, seemingly stunned, she went over and gently inquired about her injuries and whether the child was alright. Hearing the woman's slow voice and that she seemed unharmed, Shi Yan breathed a sigh of relief. The child in the woman's arms seemed not to understand what had just happened, looking at her pitifully with a pair of dark, bright eyes.

Shi Yan felt a deep tenderness in her heart and pity for the woman's plight.

"Xiaodie, give this lady some money and tell her to go to the clinic to have a doctor examine her injuries."

Xiao Die agreed and took out two silver ingots from her purse, handing them to the woman.

The woman had been helped up by Xiaodie. She looked at Shi Yan gratefully and resolutely refused the silver ingots in Xiaodie's hand.

Seeing this, Shi Yan told her to accept it, and the woman then took it.

"Try to be more careful when you go out in the future. It's not just that you will suffer if you get hurt, it's even worse if your child gets hurt."

Shi Yan gave a few words of advice, bid farewell to the woman, and then led Xiao Die to the other end of the street to find her carriage and guards.

“I just saw that lady’s carriage at Keyun Teahouse. The carriage she was riding in looked like the one used by the Prince of Shou’s mansion.”

"Such a rare beauty, and so kind-hearted, must be His Highness Prince Shou's newlywed princess."

"I've heard that Princess Shou is a beauty unparalleled in the world, and it's certainly true. His Highness Prince Shou is truly blessed..."

It's unclear who was lamenting, but Shi Yan, who had already gone far away, never heard it.