I Got Together with the Goddess [Quick Transmigration] - Chapter 66

“Congratulations, Host, on obtaining 24-hour usage rights for the Flying Carriage. If you depart now, you are expected to reach the Imperial Capital by evening.”

“Flying carriage?” Jiang Yiqing asked, “Won’t that be a bit too flashy?”

“Rest assured, Host. This world has a high-martial setting where cultivators can even fly on swords. Even if you use a flying carriage, no one will find it strange; they will simply assume you are the daughter of some immortal sect.”

“Oh, okay then. That’s fine.” Jiang Yiqing sat in the carriage with peace of mind. She hadn’t expected this trip back to cost only 500 in travel fees. She still had so many Star Coins left that even after returning to the Kingdom of Zhai, she would have plenty of means to deal with those who looked down on her.

When the carriage descended from the sky, Jiang Yiqing stepped out gracefully, drawing a crowd of onlookers.

“Wow, it’s a fairy!”

“I’ve never seen such a peerless beauty!”

“So pleasing to the eye!”

Jiang Yiqing couldn’t stop smiling. All the negative emotions she had suffered since crossing into this world were completely released at this moment.

It seemed the future was quite bright after all!

In the crowd, a carriage came to a halt. A woman lifted the curtain, looking at Jiang Yiqing thoughtfully as she spoke to her companion: “I think I see that useless princess.”

The companion asked, “Are you talking about Princess Anxu?”

“Yes.”

“Wasn’t she captured by the Empress of the Kingdom of Qin and taken into the palace as a favored consort? It’s hilarious. How could she possibly appear in the capital?”

“Then look, who is that?” the woman said. “And she even stepped down from a flying carriage. Was she rescued by some immortal sect?”

“What?!” The companion jumped down from the carriage and indeed saw Jiang Yiqing standing not far away, beaming with a smile. Anyone who didn’t know better would think she was returning home in glory.

“How tactless. Doesn’t she know she was humiliated by the First Princess and then driven out?”

“But if there really is an immortal sect backing her, the First Princess won’t find it easy to deal with her. Besides, her imperial sister’s determination to fight for the throne is very strong. It’s hard to say who will inherit the throne in the future.”

…

Jiang Yiqing smiled at the passersby while walking forward. She happened to see a carriage where two noble ladies were looking at her. She stepped forward and asked, “Ladies, do you know where my Imperial Sister is currently located?”

“Are you truly Princess Anxu?” Gu Wei looked at her in surprise.

“Is there a second Princess Anxu?” Jiang Yiqing asked with a smile, thinking her luck was great to have encountered someone who recognized her.

“…Wasn’t it said you were abducted by the Empress of Qin and entered her palace? How did you get back?”

“About that—I am exhausted from the journey and am not currently in the mood to discuss it. Ladies, why don’t you take me to see my Imperial Sister? I will surely treat you well then, and I will tell you everything to thank you for your assistance.”

“…” How had Jiang Yiqing’s personality changed so much after one trip? She used to feel a bit gloomy, but now her personality was very sunny.

Wen Xuan and Gu Wei exchanged a glance. Their relationship with the First Princess was not close, and the Third Princess’s popularity was obvious to all. Her only flaw was having a “trash” cousin like Princess Anxu. If they helped her and made the Third Princess owe them a favor, it would definitely be a bargain.

“Princess Anxu, you must have suffered a lot on the way. We will take you to see the Third Princess immediately. Please, get in the carriage,” Gu Wei gestured.

Jiang Yiqing observed the duo’s attire. If the style of the Kingdom of Qin leaned toward Hanfu, the Kingdom of Zhai had a bit of a Tang Dynasty trend. The social atmosphere seemed slightly more open than in Qin, though guessing based solely on clothing wasn’t necessarily reliable.

Jiang Yiqing boarded their carriage. Gu Wei gave a direction to the driver, and the wheels began to turn.

“Princess Anxu, it is truly wonderful that you are alright.” Wen Xuan held Jiang Yiqing’s hand, comforting her: “We were actually very worried about you.”

“Um…” Jiang Yiqing said, “I heard my Imperial Sister was very anxious about my situation. I wonder if there has been any movement in the capital?”

“Of course. The Third Princess pampers you like a treasure in the palm of her hand; everyone has seen it,” Gu Wei said. “Upon learning you were sent to the battlefield, the Third Princess immediately had a fight with the First Princess. She is usually a steady person, but this time she didn’t show any respect to the First Princess at all, completely ruining their relationship. However, when the matter reached His Majesty, His Majesty also punished the First Princess with house arrest.”

“Yes, everyone knows that you, Anxu, have no spiritual roots and cannot use magic. To send you to the battlefield like that was truly cruel,” Wen Xuan added.

Spiritual roots again. So what if I’m a “trash” without spiritual roots? Jiang Yiqing thought to herself, I have a system, who am I afraid of?

She asked the two with a smile: “I really envy you two sisters for knowing magic. Could you tell Anxu what spiritual roots you both have?”

“…” Originally, this was a topic not easily discussed with others, but both felt it was difficult to refuse her. Gu Wei glanced at Wen Xuan again and, seeing she had no objection, briefly explained: “I have a water root, and Wen Xuan has a wood root.”

“You two sisters are so powerful; my Imperial Sister must be very powerful as well!” Jiang Yiqing’s eyes turned into stars. In reality, she was trying to fish for information. Otherwise, she was afraid that when she met the Third Princess, she would be immediately exposed as an imposter. That wouldn’t be so bad, but she feared the sister wouldn’t be able to handle the blow and would be heartbroken.

“…Of course.” Although surprised by how quickly the topic shifted, Wen Xuan followed up: “The Third Princess possesses the rare ‘All-Roots’ constitution, and is especially skilled in Metal and Water element magic. Anxu, you should know this best, shouldn’t you?”

“Uh, I encountered a series of tribulations this time and only managed to escape thanks to the help of an immortal. Therefore, my mind is still a bit confused, and my words are a bit muddled. Please do not take offense, sisters.”

Naturally, the two couldn’t blame her for anything. Gu Wei looked out the window; the Third Princess’s manor had arrived.

“Anxu, we’re here.”

Jiang Yiqing stood before the gate, feeling a bit hesitant. In the modern world, she was an only child and had always envied others who had sisters. So, when she crossed over and learned she had an Imperial Sister, she was very joyful.

However, she didn’t know if the other party would accept her as an imposter. But if she couldn’t return to the modern world and could no longer accompany her own family, she hoped this familial affection could find a place to rest.

“Let’s go, Anxu.” The two took Jiang Yiqing’s hands on either side and led her inside, which gave her a bit of strength. She gave them a grateful look.

Seeing Jiang Yiqing, the servants of the Third Princess’s manor rushed to inform her. At this time, the Third Princess, Jiang Yuxiu, was at the military camp. Even if His Majesty disagreed, she was determined to go to the Kingdom of Qin to bring back her sister. Upon hearing the news, she rushed back immediately.

Jiang Yiqing sat on a sandalwood chair in the main hall, waiting nervously for her return.

She heard hurried footsteps. Closely following, a bright and beautiful woman wearing bright yellow robes walked in. She actually looked about twenty percent similar to herself—a very strange feeling that was enough to prove the truth of “blood is thicker than water.”

“…Sister!” Jiang Yiqing froze for a moment, looking at her and calling out.

Jiang Yuxiu saw that Yiqing had grown a bit thinner and was looking at her timidly. She felt an incomparable heartache and anger. She ran forward, pulled Jiang Yiqing into a hug, and asked softly: “Yiqing, are you alright? Did you suffer many grievances outside? It’s all Sister’s fault for not taking good care of you. I’ve been so full of regret these past few days! I wished I could fly to find you immediately.”

These words dissolved all the unease Jiang Yiqing had felt since crossing over and her frustration regarding her experiences. Her eyes began to sting as she hugged Jiang Yuxiu’s back and said, “Sister, I’m fine, don’t worry.”

“How could you be fine?” Jiang Yuxiu said. “Did that Wanqi Yanjing bully you? Tell Sister quickly exactly what happened. Sister will surely seek justice for you.”

“…” Jiang Yiqing felt embarrassed to talk about that business between her and Wanqi Yanjing. She said, “Sister, let the past be the past. Isn’t it enough that I’ve returned? I heard you were going to go to war with Qin. I was very afraid that because of me, it would bring a negative impact on you.”

“Silly child, it is only natural for Sister to bring you back.” It was unclear if Jiang Yuxiu had scouted some information or sensed a bad vibe, but her tone carried a hint of fury as she said: “Wanqi Yanjing dared to take you into the harem and humiliate you; I will not forgive her! My Qilin Guards will surely break through the gates of the Kingdom of Qin and show her what’s what!”

“…” Jiang Yiqing thought to herself that while it was indeed quite humiliating, she was fortunately not an original inhabitant of this female-dominated world and didn’t know how one “should” feel in such a situation. From a modern perspective, she had simply been subjected to a “forced love” trope. She had already taken her revenge on Wanqi Yanjing, so there was no need to dwell on it.

The original owner hadn’t lived a good life before and then encountered such an event. To outsiders, she seemed quite pitiful, but she thought she would just let it go.

“Sister, I will tell you slowly…”

Jiang Yuxiu also realized there were others present and it wasn’t appropriate to say too much. She turned with a smile toward Gu Wei and Wen Xuan, saying: “Ceremonial Officer Gu, Lecturer Wen, thank you for sending my sister home. This kindness will surely be well repaid in the future.”

“The Third Princess is too kind; it was just a small effort.”

“We saw Princess Anxu at the city gate. She had just arrived in a flying carriage. Surely there is an even greater benefactor behind her smooth return.”

“The Third Princess and Princess Anxu must have much to say to each other; we won’t disturb you further.”

“Another day, I will surely bring Yiqing to your doors to express our gratitude.” The Third Princess cupped her hands with perfect etiquette.

After sending the two away, Jiang Yuxiu was also curious about how Jiang Yiqing had returned alone. She asked as gently as possible: “Yiqing, tell me the truth. How exactly did you return? Did you make a deal with some immortal sect or clan?”

“Haha, I met an old immortal who saw I was pitiful, so she used magic to send me back,” Jiang Yiqing said somewhat awkwardly. She was afraid that if she told Jiang Yuxiu about the system all at once, it would be hard for her to accept.

“Was it really that easy?” Jiang Yuxiu frowned but didn’t dwell on it. She said: “Very well. It’s not too late to tell me when you want to. You must be tired from the journey; go wash up and eat something to regain your strength.”

“Thank you, Sister.”

As the servants led Jiang Yiqing away to wash up, Jiang Yuxiu watched her retreating back. She felt her sister’s personality was much more cheerful than usual. However, she knew that this was still her sister.

Though her personality had changed slightly, many things flowing from the depths of her heart remained exactly the same as before. Without a doubt, this was the Yiqing she ought to protect well.

“I didn’t expect that after going through such a hardship, Yiqing would return having become so transparent and sensible. Perhaps it really is a good thing?” Jiang Yuxiu even entertained such a thought.

The original Yiqing cared too much about others’ opinions of her, trapping herself and becoming a fledgling unable to fly high despite not having experienced true storms. While Jiang Yuxiu could protect her for a time, she could not guarantee she could protect her for a lifetime.