The princess arrives and the prosperous Tang Dynasty begins

Chapter 150 Memories of the Tang Dynasty

On a quiet night, the moonlight gently shone through the thin window screen onto Lin Xiao's comfortable bed. Lin Xiao lay on the bed, staring blankly at the ceiling, his thoughts like an unfettered wild horse, involuntarily drifting back to the distant and haunting Tang Dynasty.

The first thing that came to her mind was the village that suffered from severe drought. The land was as dry and cracked as the deep wrinkles on the face of an old man, the crops were as yellow and withered as the fallen leaves in winter, and the despair and helplessness in the eyes of the villagers pierced her heart like sharp knives. In order to help these simple villagers solve the drought and find the precious source of life, she did not hesitate to embark on the unknown and arduous road of looking for water alone.

The sun was high in the sky, scorching the earth mercilessly, as if to evaporate all the moisture in the world. Lin Xiao wore a worn straw hat and took firm steps to cross the mountains. The mountain road under her feet was rugged and uneven, and sharp stones and thorns often scratched her shoes and socks, and blisters soon formed on the soles of her feet. Every step she took felt like a needle piercing her, but she gritted her teeth and had no intention of retreating.

She trudged along the dry riverbed, carefully searching for any clues that the water might have left. The once surging riverbed was now only a barren expanse of sand and stone, silent and desolate. She did not miss any cave that might contain water, even if the cave entrance was narrow, dark and damp, she would crawl in to explore. She carefully probed every crack that might lead to an underground river with a branch, hoping to feel a hint of moisture.

Hard work pays off. In a hidden valley with few people, she finally heard the extremely faint sound of flowing water. The sound seemed so faint in the silent valley, but it was like the sound of nature, instantly filling her exhausted body and mind with hope and strength. She excitedly ran towards the direction of the sound, completely ignoring the bumps and overgrown weeds under her feet.

Arriving at the source of the sound, she saw a huge rock blocking the outlet of the water flow. Without any hesitation, Lin Xiao immediately put down her backpack, picked up the tools she carried with her, and started digging. She held the pickaxe tightly with both hands and smashed it against the hard rock and soil again and again. Her hands were soon worn out, and the pickaxe handle and soil were stained red with blood, but she seemed to feel no pain. She had only one firm belief in her heart - she must dig out the water source.

After a long and arduous effort, when the clear spring water finally gushed out joyfully from the cracks in the rocks, Lin Xiao collapsed to the ground with excitement, tears and sweat mixed together and flowed down her cheeks. At that moment, all the fatigue and pain turned into tears of joy. She knew that her persistence and efforts were not in vain, and the villagers were saved.

After solving the water problem, in order to ensure the long-term and stable development of the village, Lin Xiao began to work tirelessly to promote new agricultural technologies. She traveled between villages with a simple bag and full of enthusiasm.

However, at first, the villagers were full of doubts and resistance to the new technology she advocated. They had been following the traditional farming methods for generations, and they were concerned about these unfamiliar new methods, fearing that failure would make their already difficult lives even worse. Faced with the villagers' doubts and concerns, Lin Xiao did not get angry, nor did she give up. She chose to use practical actions to prove the feasibility and advantages of the new technology.

She personally went to the fields, rolled up her trouser legs, bent down, and taught the villagers how to improve the soil. From the first ray of sunlight in the morning to the afterglow of the sunset that stretched her figure, she worked tirelessly. She patiently explained to the villagers the principles and functions of each step, using easy-to-understand language to help them understand the secrets of the new technology.

"Look, deep plowing like this can make the soil softer and conducive to the growth of the roots of crops." Lin Xiao said loudly while demonstrating.

The villagers gathered around the field, looking at her with half belief and half doubt, but Lin Xiao's persistence and seriousness gradually moved them, and some young people began to be eager to try and learn with her.

I still remember those wonderful nights when I got together with my friends under the moon. The watery moonlight quietly sprinkled on the quiet courtyard, like a layer of silver frost. The fragrance of flowers filled the air, and the breeze blew gently, bringing a hint of coolness. They sat together, with pens, inkstones, and a few pots of fine wine in the middle, their faces filled with relaxation and comfort.

"I raise my cup to invite the bright moon, and my shadow and I become three people." A friend holds a cup, looks up and drinks it all, his eyes revealing a carefree and heroic look. The moonlight shining on his face adds a bit of poetry.

Lin Xiao smiled, picked up the brush in her hand, dipped it in ink, and gently sketched the beautiful scenery in her mind on the white paper. "The mountains and rivers are like paintings, and the years are like songs. I hope that our aspirations can all be fulfilled." Her voice was crisp and firm, and her eyes were shining with longing for the future.

"Lin Xiao, your paintings are becoming more and more amazing!" another friend exclaimed.

"Haha, thank you for the compliment. It's really nice to have the atmosphere of reciting poems and painting together. It makes people feel relaxed and happy." Lin Xiao responded modestly.

They talked about their ideals and aspirations, imagining their future lives. Some hoped to become officials in the imperial court and work for the welfare of the people; some aspired to become great writers and leave behind masterpieces; Lin Xiao hoped to help more people live a happy life through his own efforts. Those words full of passion and dreams floated in the moonlight, as if they were integrated with the stars.

In the days of Tang Chao, there were laughter and tears. When she saw the villagers' faces filled with happy smiles because of the good harvest and the children playing happily beside the grain pile, her heart was filled with an indescribable sense of accomplishment. It was a kind of joy of being rewarded for her efforts and bearing fruit, which made her feel that all the hard work was worth it.

When the new technology was widely accepted, the village gradually prospered, every household built a new house, and the market was bustling. She was so excited that tears welled up in her eyes. The poverty and desolation of the past were gone, replaced by a vibrant scene.

However, not everything went smoothly. She had suffered setbacks and misunderstandings. Some people accused her of being unrealistic, and some people said behind her back that she was just acting on impulse. She also shed tears of grievance and helplessness in the corners where no one was around. But she always wiped away her tears silently, picked herself up again, and proved her worth with practical actions.

As she thought about it, a crystal tear fell from the corner of Lin Xiao's eyes. The tear slowly slid down her cheek and dripped onto the soft pillow, spreading a wet patch. She knew that this experience in the Tang Dynasty had been deeply imprinted in her soul and had become an indelible part of her life.

No matter how time passes, no matter where she is, the people, events and emotions of the Tang Dynasty will always be with her, giving her the strength and courage to face the challenges and uncertainties in her future life.