Peach Blossoms in Chang'an

Chapter 284: Peaceful Years, a Glimmer of Peace

After the energy dissipated, the world seemed to have been reset. The sky was clear and the warm sun shone on the earth again. Wu Tao and Hu Bugui sat on the grass for a long time until their legs became numb and they supported each other to stand up. The stars and the moon were around them, and their young faces were full of joy and longing for the future.

"Let's go home." Hu Bugui took Wu Tao's hand, his tone carrying a hint of barely perceptible fatigue, but more of relaxation.

When they returned to Chang'an, they were moved by the scene before them. The once prosperous streets were now in ruins, and the broken walls and ruins silently told of the cruelty of the war. Although the people still had a look of shock on their faces, the fire of hope was burning in their eyes.

"We will rebuild our home." Wu Tao held Hu Bugui's hand tightly, his tone firm.

The reconstruction work is arduous and long, but everyone is doing their best. Hu Bugui led the soldiers to clean up the ruins and repair the city walls, while Wu Tao used the knowledge he brought from the modern times to help the people resume production and rebuild their homes. Under the guidance of his parents, Xingchen learned martial arts and statecraft. He showed amazing talent and had the demeanor of a king at a young age.

"Xingchen, you must remember that power is not used to conquer, but to protect." Hu Bugui taught his son earnestly. Xingchen nodded seriously and kept his father's words in mind.

Day after day, year after year, with the efforts of everyone, Chang'an City gradually restored its former prosperity, and even became more prosperous than before. The people lived and worked in peace and contentment, and led a happy life.

On this day, Wu Tao and Hu Bugui came to the city wall with the stars and the moonlight, overlooking the city that had been reborn from the ashes, feeling filled with emotion.

"Mom, look!" Xingchen pointed to an empty space in the distance and said excitedly, "We can build a bigger school there in the future so that more children can learn to read and write!"

Wu Tao touched Xingchen's head with relief, then turned his gaze to Yueying, only to see her gazing into the distance thoughtfully.

"Yueying, what are you thinking about?" Wu Tao asked.

Yueying came back to her senses and looked at Wu Tao, with a strange light flashing in her eyes: "I was thinking, although peace has been restored in this world, there are still many unknown areas waiting for us to explore..."

Yueying's words enlightened Wu Tao. Yes, peace is hard-won, but life goes on and there are still many things to do. "Yueying is right," Wu Tao's eyes sparkled with excitement, "We can use modern knowledge to make this world a better place."

Therefore, Yueying used the advanced technology she mastered to help Wu Tao and Hu Bugui promote scientific and technological progress and improve people's livelihood. With their joint efforts, the new irrigation system improved agricultural production, the promotion of printing promoted the spread of culture, and the advancement of medical technology saved countless lives.

Hu Bugui's palace was bustling again, and his supporters came to congratulate and celebrate the victory. At the banquet, there was constant laughter and joy. Hu Bugui raised his glass and thanked everyone for their support and trust in the time of crisis. Xingchen and Yueying were playing nearby, and the children's innocent smiles added a touch of warmth to the festive atmosphere.

"Taotao," Hu Bugui put down his glass, walked to Wu Tao and held her hand, "Thank you. Without you, none of this would be possible."

Wu Taohui held his hand, her eyes gentle: "No, it's the result of our joint efforts."

As night fell and the lights came on, Wu Tao and Hu Bugui walked side by side in the garden of the palace. The soft moonlight fell on them, as if covering them with a layer of silver gauze.

"Do you remember the scene when we first met?" Hu Bugui asked softly.

Wu Tao smiled slightly, and her thoughts drifted back to the spring many years ago when peach blossoms were in full bloom...

The silver moonlight poured down like flowing water, making the figures of Wu Tao and Hu Bugui look particularly slender. Holding hands, they strolled in the garden of the palace, with the fragrance of flowers and the gentle night breeze, as if playing a quiet and peaceful nocturne for them.

"Time flies so fast," Wu Tao sighed, her eyes fell on the stars playing not far away, her eyes full of love, "In the blink of an eye, the stars have grown so big."

Hu Bugui followed her gaze and saw his son's tall figure. He couldn't help but smile with relief. "Yes, do you remember the first time we met? You were like a frightened deer at that time, with a look of vigilance in your eyes."

Wu Tao couldn't help laughing and gently hit his shoulder. "How dare you say that? Who tied me to the horse's back and insisted on making me your princess?"

Memories came flooding back like a tide, and those thrilling, romantic, and sweet scenes flashed in my mind. They had gone through so many ups and downs together, and finally came together and had the peaceful and happy life they have now.

"Taotao," Hu Bugui suddenly stopped and looked at Wu Tao affectionately, "Thank you, thank you for coming to my side, thank you for giving birth to my children, thank you for accompanying me through this journey of life."

Wu Tao's eyes were slightly moist. She reached out her hand and gently stroked Hu Bugui's face, feeling the warmth of his palm. "No, it should be me who should thank you. Thank you for loving me, for tolerating me, and for letting me find the warmth of home in this strange world."

They hugged each other, and each other's heartbeats were clearly audible, as if time had stopped at this moment.

However, under the calm night sky, an imperceptible shadow is quietly spreading.

"My Lord, my Princess," a dark figure suddenly appeared in front of them, knelt on one knee, and said hurriedly, "We have found traces of an unidentified person thirty miles outside the city."

Hu Bugui frowned and tightened his grip on Wu Tao unconsciously.

"how many people?"

"Your Highness, our preliminary assessment is that there is only one person..." The black shadow paused, with a hint of disbelief in his tone, "But..."

"But what?" Wu Tao's heart was also lifted, and an ominous premonition came to his mind.

The black shadow took a deep breath and said in a heavy tone: "But that man's martial arts skills are extremely high, and none of his more than 30 subordinates can match him."