A peasant girl travels through time with a hospital, rising to become an empress.

Gu Xiao returned to his room, poured himself a glass of iced tea, and drank it all in one gulp. The icy tea slid down his throat, barely suppressing the surging heat in his body.

Each time he escorted her back to her room, he had to exert tremendous self-control to turn away. The fragrance of her hair still lingered on his fingertips, and the image of her gentle eyes and brows when she smiled haunted his mind. He wanted to hold her in his arms and be closer to her.

But he still can't...

The village celebrated his achievement as the top scholar in the county with gongs and drums, and the lively sounds still seemed to echo in his ears. But he knew that this title was as insignificant as a feather in the face of real power.

If those people wanted him to fall into ruin or disappear, it would only take a word.

He used to look down on power, but now he understands that it is a double-edged sword.

Just like the story we just heard, who will judge whether it's true or false?

It is the Buddha.

Because of his superior magical powers and unshakeable position, if he says the Six-Eared Macaque is fake, then it is fake.

But is he really a fake?

Is there another version of this story, in which it is the Six-Eared Macaque who goes on the journey, while the real Sun Wukong is imprisoned?

Truth and falsehood are intertwined; who will judge the truth and who will define it?

If one day power is in the hands of evil people, wouldn't right and wrong be reversed?

He wants to seize power!

We must return to the right path, reverse right and wrong, and set those things that have been turned upside down right.

Wait a little longer, Qianqian...

When I become strong enough, I will definitely protect you and give you peace of mind.

He gazed at the soft moonlight streaming through the window, clenched his fist, turned and went out to find Master Qiao to learn martial arts. His figure in the night exuded resilience…

The closer it got to the day she was to leave Fulin County, the stronger Nie Qianqian's reluctance became.

This is the first place she settled in after arriving in this strange world. It is her "home" in this unfamiliar land. She is reluctant to leave this land nestled against the mountains and by the water, and even more reluctant to leave her relatives like Liu Yan, with whom she has spent every day.

That morning, while it was still barely light, Nie Qianqian got up and slowly walked around the outskirts of Fulin County.

The county town is nestled against green mountains. The morning air is filled with the freshness of grass and trees, and birds are chirping. Taking a deep breath, it feels as if your internal organs have been cleansed and refreshed.

The city, shrouded in mist, slowly awakens as the sky brightens. The bluestone paths and low eaves gradually reveal their outlines, and the entire county is so quiet that only the crisp and melodious birdsong can be heard, making the morning light even more gentle.

These past few days, she hasn't been going to Jishetang to see patients anymore, only going there when there are urgent or difficult cases; otherwise, she spends most of her time at Qiyuelou.

Sometimes she helps Liu Yan manage the kitchen, watching her turn fresh ingredients into delicious meals; sometimes she looks after the front of the house for Liu Xiong, greeting regular customers with a smile and keeping accurate accounts. She just stays close to her loved ones, cherishing every moment before they part.

Gu Xiao also temporarily suspended his studies and spent his days reading, learning to read, and playing with Tuan Tuan. In his spare time, he also helped with the miscellaneous tasks in the building. Neither of them revealed their reluctance to part, but they could understand the unconcealed longing in each other's eyes.

The day of parting finally arrived.

Accompanying them were Director Zhang of Jishetang, the young apprentice Tian Dong, Jiang Botao and his family of three, and several attendants. Including Nie Qianqian and Gu Xiao, a total of six carriages were prepared, four for passengers and the rest for luggage. They were neatly parked at the street corner in the backyard of Qiyue Tower, with red ribbons beside the carriages swaying gently in the wind.

Liu Yan packed Nie Qianqian's luggage early in the morning, neatly folding a change of clothes, her usual herbal medicine packets, and a small box containing candied fruit, and loaded them onto the carriage one by one.

She had been forcing a smile these past few days, not wanting Nie Qianqian to be troubled by her reluctance to part, but looking at the row of carriages ready to depart in the backyard, tears still couldn't help but fall one by one, landing on the cloth in her palm.

She touched the crystal-clear jade pendant on her wrist, a gift from Lord Tang when he took his leave. At the time, he didn't say much, only reminding her as usual to "eat on time and keep warm."

She was here again, sending Qianqian away.

Since finding Qianqian as an infant in the snow, the two have never been separated for a single day in the past twenty years. In the past, life in Qinghe Village was difficult, and they had no chance to see the outside world. The mother and daughter always depended on each other for survival.

She used to think of Qianqian as a little bird that needed to be taken care of, but before she knew it, this little bird had grown into a mighty eagle that could spread its wings and fly high, and it was time for her to venture into a wider world.

She wiped away her tears and silently told herself: I should be happy for the child and not hold her back.

With their luggage packed and ready, the group was finally set off.

Grandma Ma, Da Ma, and Xiao Ma all came to see her off. They didn't say anything about the sadness of parting, but repeatedly told Nie Qianqian to "be careful on the road," "eat on time," and "wear more clothes when it's cold." Grandma Ma even held her hand and chatted with her about everyday things for a while.

Seeing this, Madam Sun secretly wiped away her tears inside the sedan chair. Jiang Wenxuan asked in surprise, "Mother, why are you crying?"

"Seeing how close their family is, and how reluctant they are to part, I am truly moved."

Jiang Wenxuan was puzzled: "Why are you reluctant to part with it? You're having a great time."

Sun smiled through her tears and tapped her son's head, saying, "Some reluctance doesn't need to be said; you can tell from their eyes and actions."

Jiang Wenxuan waved his hand dismissively: "Heh, it's only two or three months! Sister-in-law Qianqian said that once we've established ourselves in the provincial capital, we'll come to pick up Aunt Yan and Uncle Xiong."

“You don’t understand,” Sun sighed. “A mother worries when her son travels a thousand miles. Even if it’s only for two months, it’s the first time her child has gone on a long trip.”

Jiang Wenxuan tilted his head and pressed on, "Then why wasn't Mother this worried when I went to the provincial capital to take the imperial examination? She almost delayed my journey because of matching clothes!"

Sun coughed awkwardly twice: "Wasn't that to bring you good luck? Taking a bath, burning incense, and dressing properly are the only ways to pass the imperial examinations. What do you know, you brat!"

Director Zhang observed everything. Nie Qianqian's personality was multifaceted. As a senior doctor, she was capable and resilient, but as one spent more time with her, one would realize that she was actually very soft-hearted, especially when it came to her family…

The carriage finally set off leisurely, its wheels making a soft "gurgling" sound as they rolled over the bluestone pavement.

Nie Qianqian lifted the side curtain and looked back. Liu Yan, Liu Xiong, Grandma Ma and the others were still standing in the backyard of Qiyue Tower, waving and unwilling to leave. Only when the carriage turned the corner and the familiar figures could no longer be seen did she slowly lower the curtain.

The car drove through the crossroads, past the small shop where they first opened in the West Market, and finally slowly drove out of the city gate. The outline of Fulin County grew smaller and smaller behind them, gradually merging with the distant horizon.