Chapter 146 The Cycle of Cause and Effect

Turning our attention back to the present, the flow of time inside the light screen is clearly faster than that outside.

But while the Qin Dynasty had witnessed hundreds of years of development, several years had also passed in the society outside the screen.

The core of their research has also shifted from "time travel" to "reiki application." The content on the screens is now more of a reference for their research on the path of reiki; it is important but no longer their top priority.

Gao Lan and the Yi family gradually accepted the reality that Gao Yao and Yi Xiaochuan would not be able to return.

However, Yi Xiaochuan's words proved prophetic, and Yi Dachuan really did lose money to Gao Lan.

The main reason was that after witnessing Yi Xiaochuan's complicated emotional relationships on the screen, and worried about the impact on his reputation, Yi Dachuan immediately confessed to Gao Lan and swore that he was really not like Xiaochuan!

Gao Lan felt a little guilty, but she used to be like Xiao Chuan.

But she eventually developed feelings for Da Chuan, and after two years of ups and downs, they finally got together.

Watching her brother travel the world like he was in a fashion magazine, Gao Lan felt envious but also completely relieved. Regardless of their blood relation or who he really was, in Gao Lan's heart, Gao Yao would always be her good brother.

She had guessed that her brother's identity might be mysterious and extraordinary, but she never imagined it would be this extraordinary!

"Wearing a crown with strings of jade beads hanging from the front and back; dressed in a purple robe embroidered with mountains, rivers, and stars... This is the image of the Ziwei Emperor from Taoist mythology..."

Gao Yao's appearance was like a thunderclap, leaving the staff in front of the screen dumbfounded.

As if hearing someone call his Dharma name, Gao Yao on the screen suddenly raised his eyes, as if looking at them through the lens, which startled many people, but they just thought they were seeing things.

Unexpectedly, Gao Yao on the screen suddenly spoke, as if transcending the barriers of time and space, and addressed them: "Xiao Lan, you must live a good life..."

Gao Lan's eyes instantly welled up with tears, and she couldn't help but rush to the screen, shouting, "Brother, brother, can you see me?"

Yi Dachuan helped her up with a pained expression and couldn't help but comfort her, "Brother must be missing you. He's talking to himself. Don't be sad. I'll always be with you."

Most people share Yi Dachuan's view.

At this moment, Gao Yao in the time screen raised an eyebrow, leaned back, and continued, "You've found a good brother-in-law. Although it's a bit late, I still want to wish you a happy marriage."

The crowd in front of the screen was speechless with shock.

"Don't worry about me. Live well and cultivate yourself. If we are destined to meet again, we will meet again."

As soon as Gao finished speaking, the screen went out instantly.

"elder brother!"

Gao Lan reached out, but grasped nothing.

After that, the light screen never appeared again. Gao Lan, however, became even more determined to cultivate, hoping to live a little longer and reunite with Gao Yao in the future.

The resurgence of spiritual energy did not shatter their preconceived notions, but Gao Yao's appearance dressed as the Purple Emperor made the researchers question the meaning of life. Could the end of science really be metaphysics? Are there truly immortals in this world?

...

Another thousand years have passed in the blink of an eye, and Li Si remains a stalwart figure in the imperial court. However, more and more new faces are joining the ranks, including Wei Qing and Huo Qubing in the past, and Yang Jian and Li Shimin in the future.

One generation after another of rising stars have joined the management system of Daqin, contributing to its development.

After Fusu had been the eldest son for a thousand years, Qin Shi Huang had to admit that he was indeed not suitable to be an heir and sent him to manage education. Meanwhile, his eldest daughter, Ying Yinman, gradually revealed her political talents and was highly valued by Ying Zheng.

One day, standing atop the ninety-ninth floor of the Star-Picking Pavilion, Ying Zheng gazed up at the starry sky, turned to Gao Yao, and made no attempt to conceal his ambition: "Grand Preceptor, can the might of Great Qin resound throughout the three thousand realms?"

Gao Yao curled the corners of his mouth. As expected of the First Emperor who unified the world, his attention was now focused on other small worlds.

How wonderful! This is what makes life interesting.

"That is indeed my wish, but I dare not ask you."

Soon, with this world as its core, the Black Dragon Banner of the Great Qin began to spread to other smaller worlds! May the Great Qin last for a thousand generations, and may the First Emperor live forever!

...

"Is there really a Grand Commandant who has lived for two thousand years?"

After following the First Emperor in his conquests of other small worlds for a thousand years, Xiang Shaolong finally couldn't take it anymore and quit. He wasn't Li Si; he really couldn't keep up!

So, handing over his duties to Xiang Yu and several other generals, Xiang Shaolong happily followed in Gao Yao's footsteps and began his tour of the small world.

Daqin's barrier-breaking (world barrier traversal) technology is already very mature. Daqin Technology is trustworthy!

So Miracle Dragon & Miracle are about to evolve - from global travel to travel through three thousand realms.

"Hmm? Why does this world feel a little familiar?"

Standing on the side of the road dressed in modern casual clothes, Xiang Shaolong couldn't help but frown and scrutinize him.

"Modern society is pretty much the same everywhere."

Gao Yao slowly approached.

Where did you go?

“Oh, I didn’t go anywhere,” Gao Yao said casually. “There’s a scientist with an interesting idea for a time machine, and I gave him some inspiration.”

"A time machine?" Xiang Shaolong felt the name sounded familiar. Looking at Gao Yao, who was smirking, his heart skipped a beat. "Where are these scientists from?"

"Hong Kong."

"!" Xiang Shaolong was shocked. "It's you?"

"What am I?" Gao Yao smiled innocently.

"I...you..." Xiang Shaolong pointed between the two of them, both excited and shocked.

"Why don't you go and take a look? Maybe you'll run into your old self?"

Gao Yao simply said it outright, and Xiang Shaolong, no longer bothering to argue with Gao Yao, rushed off to Hong Kong.

By the time he arrived, the modern-day Xiang Shaolong had already agreed to the experiment and boarded the time machine to start it up.

Xiang Shaolong only caught a fleeting glimpse of his familiar face.

"well--"

Unable to describe his expression, feeling a mix of trepidation and longing for home, Xiang Shaolong returned to Hong Kong after only a few days.

"Where did you get this little kid from?!"

Looking at Gao Yao, who was holding a baby and smiling gently, Xiang Shaolong got goosebumps.

"I think this world is pretty good, and I plan to stay here for a few more years. I just happened to find an abandoned little girl. It was fate, so I decided to take her in."

Xiang Shaolong asked curiously, "Raise her like a daughter?"

Gao Yao rolled his eyes. "Then where am I supposed to find her a new mother?"

Xiang Shaolong immediately crossed his arms and backed away.

Gao Yao was speechless: "I don't think much of you."

Looking down and teasing the little girl, Gao Yao laughed and said, "Of course we'll raise her as a little sister."

Xiang Shaolong leaned closer to take a look. "What name are you planning to give it?"

Gao Yao smiled and said, "Let's call her Gao Lan."

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I've read everyone's comments and suggestions, urging me to think harder. After several days of pondering, I've only come up with one idea. Therefore, I can't choose the next small world; I'll leave everyone's suggestions for a vote in the world after that.

The next world – Scarlet Heart: The Buddhist Prince Yinreng of the Capital Circle. I saw many people nominating Yinreng, but I specifically chose Scarlet Heart because the Crown Prince in that movie was too image-damaging, so I chose to replace him.

I originally wanted to use the "white moonlight" character design, but it felt too similar to the initial "white lotus" character. The "Buddhist in the Beijing Circle" character design came to me suddenly after reading a short story.

Easy to install, fits perfectly, hehehehe—

Yinreng, a true prince of Beijing, how can his crescent-shaped haircut not be considered bald? In terms of appearance, he is definitely a Buddhist prince of the Beijing circle!

If you were to further cultivate an image of being compassionate, selfless, and egalitarian, you'd be perfect for stirring up trouble.