The princess arrives and the prosperous Tang Dynasty begins

Chapter 173 Focused Meditation

Lin Xiao returned home from the temple, as if she had brought back a sacred and heavy mission. The moment she stepped into the house, she felt an unprecedented sense of tranquility and determination spreading in her heart.

She closed the door gently, shutting out the noise and disturbance of the outside world. The room was simply and neatly decorated, with sunlight shining through the thin curtains, casting a soft light. Lin Xiao walked to the window, slightly raised the curtains to let in more light, and then sat on the futon in the middle of the room.

She took a deep breath and tried to get rid of all distracting thoughts. However, this was not easy. Various thoughts kept coming to her mind like a tide: reluctance to leave modern life, concern for relatives and friends, fear of the unknown future... But every time these distracting thoughts appeared, she would silently remind herself in her heart that she must focus and must firmly believe in returning to the Tang Dynasty.

Lin Xiao slowly closed her eyes and adjusted her breathing. She imagined her breathing was like the breeze in the mountains, gently and slowly entering and exiting her body. Every time she inhaled, she brought fresh energy into her body; every time she exhaled, she expelled the troubles and distracting thoughts from her heart.

At first, her breathing was a little rapid, and her mind was wandering from time to time. But she did not get impatient, but patiently brought her attention back to her breathing again and again. Slowly, her breathing became steady and deep, and her heart gradually calmed down.

In this quiet time, her longing for the Tang Dynasty flowed slowly through her heart like a warm current. She thought of the prosperous city of Chang'an in the Tang Dynasty, where the streets and alleys were full of life and vitality. The street vendors shouted out various goods, and the delicious food filled with fragrance made people salivate. The exquisite silk and gorgeous jewelry all showed the prosperity and prosperity of the Tang Dynasty.

She thought of her home in the Tang Dynasty, a small but warm courtyard. In spring, peach blossoms bloomed, and pink petals fell like snow; in summer, cicadas chirped, and the shade of green trees was cool; in autumn, golden leaves covered the paths, like a beautiful painting; in winter, snowflakes flew, and the charcoal fire in the house warmed the whole room.

She recalled every moment she had spent with her husband. They strolled together under the moonlight, talking to each other, facing the difficulties in life together, supporting each other, and never leaving each other. Her husband's gentle eyes and warm embrace were her most solid support in the Tang Dynasty.

And her lovely children, whose laughter is as clear as silver bells, and whose innocence always brings her endless joy. She teaches them to read and write, and watching them grow up little by little, her heart is filled with comfort and pride.

A tear rolled down the corner of Lin Xiao's eyes. This tear was not out of sadness, but a deep attachment to the beautiful time in the Tang Dynasty.

As her meditation deepened, her belief in returning to the Tang Dynasty became stronger. She seemed to see her unfinished mission in the Tang Dynasty, the people waiting for her to help, and the changes that needed her to promote. She knew that only by returning to the Tang Dynasty could she realize her own value and make that period of history more beautiful.

Night fell quietly, and the moonlight sprinkled in Lin Xiao's room like water. She was still immersed in meditation, without any fatigue or slackness. Under the moonlight, her face looked particularly peaceful and serene, as if she had merged with the surrounding environment.

The night was getting deeper and deeper, and everything was silent. Lin Xiao's breathing was even and steady, and her soul was purified more deeply in this silence. Her thoughts and beliefs about the Tang Dynasty were like the brightest stars in the night sky, guiding her in the direction of progress.

When the first rays of dawn shone through the window onto Lin Xiao's face, she slowly opened her eyes. After a night of meditation, her eyes became clearer and more resolute. She knew that she had taken another solid step on the road to the Tang Dynasty.

In the following days, Lin Xiao devoted almost all her time to meditation. During the day, she sat in meditation under the company of the sun; at night, she continued to pursue inner peace under the protection of the moonlight and stars.

Her diet became simple and light, just to keep her body light and pure. She no longer paid attention to the trivialities and entertainment of the outside world, and focused on her inner world wholeheartedly.

Sometimes, she would encounter difficulties and setbacks in meditation. Her thoughts would surge like waves in a storm, making it difficult for her to calm down. But she never gave up, and always relied on her tenacious perseverance and firm belief to overcome difficulties again and again.

During a meditation, Lin Xiao fell into an extreme dilemma. The distracting thoughts in her mind came like a storm, making it impossible for her to breathe or think. She felt as if she was in a dark abyss and couldn't find a way out. Just when she was about to collapse, she suddenly remembered the teachings of the monk: "Wherever the heart is, the environment will follow the heart."

This sentence was like a flash of lightning in the darkness, instantly illuminating her heart. She took a deep breath, readjusted her breathing, and calmed her heart. Gradually, distracting thoughts began to fade away, and light returned to her heart.

As time went by, Lin Xiao's meditation skills became more and more profound. She was able to maintain inner peace during long periods of meditation, and her thoughts and beliefs about the Tang Dynasty became clearer and stronger.

Her room was filled with a peaceful and mysterious atmosphere, and every corner witnessed her persistence and hard work. A Tang Dynasty scroll hanging on the wall seemed to be silently cheering her on.

One day, Lin Xiao entered a wonderful state in meditation. She seemed to have traveled through the tunnel of time and space, and saw herself in the Tang Dynasty busying herself for the people. She saw the smiles on the faces of the people and heard their gratitude and praise for her.

When she woke up from her meditation, her clothes were soaked with tears, but her heart was filled with joy and hope, because she knew that she was getting closer and closer to her goal of returning to the Tang Dynasty.

As the days passed, Lin Xiao's meditation became an indispensable part of her life. Her heart became extremely strong, and her yearning for the Tang Dynasty also turned into a powerful force, pushing her forward.

On a quiet afternoon, Lin Xiao was immersed in meditation as usual. Suddenly, she felt a strong energy surge in her body. The space around her began to distort, and a ray of light flashed before her eyes.

Lin Xiao's heartbeat quickened. She knew that this was the call of fate. The moment she had been waiting for day and night had finally arrived. She took a deep breath, and with deep attachment to the Tang Dynasty and firm belief, she bravely stepped towards the light...