Peach Blossoms in Chang'an

Chapter 226 After waking up from the dream, everything is back to normal

"Strange, we've been away for so long, why does it feel like nothing here has changed?" Wu Tao looked at the magpie, his heart full of doubts, as if they had just had a long dream, and after waking up, everything was back to normal.

Hu Bugui pondered for a moment, and various speculations flashed through his mind. Could it be that the immortal had done something? He walked quickly to the peach tree and carefully observed the marks on the branches. New buds were just beginning to bloom on the branches, and the tender green color was full of vitality, just like before they left.

"Taotao, come and take a look," Hu Bugui pointed at the scratch on the branch. It was the mark they left before they left. "This scratch is still fresh. It must have been there not long ago."

Wu Tao walked closer and took a look, and became even more confused, "Could it be that the immortal remembered the time wrong? But, we have clearly lived in the modern era for so long..."

"Perhaps, the speed of time in the two worlds is different," Hu Bugui guessed, "We have spent several years in modern times, but here it may have been just a few days."

Wu Tao suddenly realized that this seemed to be the only explanation. Everything they experienced was so real, yet so dreamy, as if fate was playing a joke on them.

"Anyway, we're back," Hu Bugui gently held Wu Tao's hand, his eyes full of tenderness, "Some things, let's just keep them secret between us."

Wu Tao nodded, a warm feeling welling up in her heart. They walked hand in hand through the peach blossom forest and returned to the familiar world, as if nothing had changed. However, in their hearts, that magical experience would become a treasure forever.

After returning to the palace, Wu Tao accidentally discovered that there was an exquisite and small metal object in the purse she carried with her. Was it... left by Lin Yu? Her heart tightened, and she looked at Hu Bugui and found that there was a complicated light in his eyes.

"What is this?" Hu Bugui picked up the metal object. It was cold and had a strange touch. There were also some symbols engraved on it that he could not understand.

"It was left by Lin Yu," Wu Tao said with a hint of disappointment in his tone, "I don't know what it is, but I think he must have a purpose."

After they returned to the Tang Dynasty, they deliberately avoided the topic of Lin Yu. The man from the future was like a gust of wind, coming and going in a hurry, leaving only an unforgettable memory in their lives. Now, this small object has become the only proof of his existence.

Hu Bugui stroked the metal object with mixed feelings. He once regarded Lin Yu as an opponent and even doubted his feelings for Wu Tao. But after going through so much, he finally understood that Lin Yu's love for Wu Tao was so selfless and pure.

"Let's keep it," Hu Bugui said finally, "Maybe one day we can unlock its secret."

Wu Tao nodded, carefully wrapped the metal object, and put it in the most secret corner of their room.

The days back in the Tang Dynasty were peaceful and warm. Without the hustle and bustle of modern life, they seemed to have returned to the time when they first met. During the day, Hu Bugui handled government affairs, while Wu Tao took care of household affairs and researched new recipes. At night, they snuggled together, talked about everything, and enjoyed the rare tranquility.

Occasionally, Wu Tao would think of modern life and the familiar people and things. But she knew that the Tang Dynasty was her true home, where there were people she loved and people who loved her.

That night, the moonlight was as bright as silver, filling the entire palace. Wu Tao and Hu Bugui sat side by side in the pavilion in the garden, looking at the stars in the sky, with a myriad of thoughts in their minds.

"Taotao," Hu Bugui suddenly said, "If one day we have the opportunity to return to the modern times, will you go back?"

Wu Tao was slightly stunned. It's not that she hadn't thought about this question before, but the answer was too complicated for her to give easily. After a moment of silence, she asked, "What about you? Will you go back with me?"

Hu Bugui did not answer directly, but just held her hand tightly, his eyes deep and his tone meaningful: "Taotao, no matter where you are, I will be by your side."

His words, like a stone, stirred up thousands of waves in Wu Tao's calm heart. She understood that some things might be about to change...

In the distance, a dark shadow flashed by, and Eunuch Li's figure disappeared in the darkness. The corner of his mouth curled up into an imperceptible sneer.

 Chapter 226 The Dust Settles

Eunuch Li thought he was being watched by the people who were secretly watching him. Hu Bugui remained calm and collected evidence in secret. Finally, he made Eunuch Li's conspiracy public at a palace banquet. With all the evidence, Eunuch Li was speechless and collapsed to the ground, looking ashen. The emperor was furious and ordered a thorough investigation, implicating a group of his followers. For a time, the government and the public were shocked.

After this incident, the emperor was more convinced of Hu Bugui's loyalty and entrusted him with important tasks and more affairs. Hu Bugui lived up to expectations and worked hard to govern the country and seek welfare for the people, with remarkable achievements.

Although Wu Tao lived in the harem, she was concerned about the people. She used the knowledge she learned in the modern times to improve the loom and increase its efficiency, so that the people could wear more exquisite and warmer clothes. She also spread some simple hygiene knowledge and effectively controlled the spread of the epidemic. The people were grateful to her and called her a "living bodhisattva."

One day, Wu Tao was in the garden teaching the maids how to plant new varieties of flowers brought from modern times, when she suddenly saw Hu Bugui coming in hurriedly with a serious look on his face.

"What's wrong?" Wu Tao put down the spatula in his hand, walked forward and asked with concern.

Hu Bugui held her hand and said in a heavy tone: "Taotao, I received news that Lin Yu..."

He hesitated to speak, looking at Wu Tao with complicated eyes, his heart full of worry. Wu Tao's heart suddenly jumped, and an ominous premonition came to his mind.

"What's wrong with him? Tell me quickly!" she asked anxiously, with a hint of trembling in her tone.

Hu Bugui took a deep breath and said slowly: "He said... he found a way for us to contact him..."

"Contact?" Wu Tao's heart beat faster, and an inexplicable hope and uneasiness intertwined in her heart. Could it be that she could really contact Lin Yu? Did he also find his own happiness?

Hu Bugui told Wu Tao the method left by Lin Yu. It was a way of communication similar to "telepathy" that could only be achieved at a specific time and place.

"He said that he is living a good life and has found his beloved." Hu Bugui held Wu Tao's hand tightly with a hint of relief in his eyes. "He said that he is grateful for your choice in the past, which gave him the opportunity to pursue his own happiness."

Wu Tao's eyes were slightly moist, and her heart was filled with emotion and relief. Lin Yu, the man who once gave up everything for her, finally found his home.

In the following days, Wu Tao and Hu Bugui tried to contact Lin Yu according to the method he left. Although the contact was intermittent, they could feel each other's joy and happiness every time. Lin Yu told them that he also lived a peaceful life in another time and space, with a stable job and a warm family.

Time flies, and in the blink of an eye, spring comes and flowers bloom.

In Chang'an, peach blossoms are in full bloom, filling the entire city with a festive atmosphere. This day is the wedding day of Hu Bugui and Wu Tao.

The palace was decorated with lanterns and colorful decorations, and was crowded with guests. Wu Tao, wearing a bright red wedding dress and a phoenix crown and bridal robe, walked slowly into the hall, surrounded by the crowd.

Hu Bugui was dressed in a wedding gown, looking extraordinarily handsome, his eyes full of affection, quietly waiting for his bride.

When their eyes met, time seemed to stand still. They smiled at each other, their eyes full of happiness and satisfaction.

"Taotao, I love you." Hu Bugui gently held Wu Tao's hand and said in a low voice.

"Me too." Tears welled up in Wu Tao's eyes and she snuggled happily in his arms.

This grand wedding is a testimony to their love and the beginning of their new life.

In the dead of night, Wu Tao and Hu Bugui sat side by side in the garden, gazing up at the starry sky.

"What do you think Lin Yu is doing now?" Wu Tao asked softly.

Hu Bugui smiled slightly, pointed to the brightest star in the sky, and said, "Look, that star is him. He must be watching us and blessing us."

Wu Tao looked in the direction his finger was pointing, his eyes filled with hope.

"Do you think we will be able to see him again in the future?"

Hu Bugui was silent for a moment, then he gently held her in his arms, looked deeply at the starry sky, and said meaningfully: "Yes, I will..."