Chapter 4, The Beauty Yu Ji

After Xiang Liang's death, Xiang Yu became the second-in-command, while Shi Sheng was promoted to general. Yu Ji remained inseparable from Xiang Yu. During the Chu-Han Contention, Xiang Yu was trapped at Gaixia, with his troops isolated and supplies exhausted. One night, hearing the sounds of Chu songs from all directions, he believed that the land of Chu had been completely lost. While drinking, he sang the mournful "Song of Gaixia" facing Yu Ji. Yu Ji danced for the Overlord of Chu, singing through her tears: "The Han army has already taken the land, and the sounds of Chu songs echo from all sides. My lord's loyalty has come to an end; what hope is there for this lowly servant?" After finishing the song, she drew her sword and committed suicide, and was buried at Gaixia.

Long Tianyu certainly would not claim to have learned about her from history textbooks. With a sudden inspiration, he said: "No, I was reminded of a line from a poem: 'Since ancient times, beautiful women have often met with misfortune, leaving only green tombs in the dusk.' This made me think that beautiful people and things can never remain by our side forever, and I found it difficult to let go in my heart.

Yu Ji had not eaten for a long time. At this moment, upon smelling the aroma of fish, her fingers twitched with anticipation, and her stomach audibly protested. Her face flushed with embarrassment as she shyly covered her cheeks with her hands, appearing utterly flustered and exceedingly adorable

Yu Ji sighed softly, saying: "Yu Ji was originally a songstress. Although she had some fame and talent, the world and the nobility still focused on her youth and beauty, caring more about her physical appearance. I used to think that when Yu Ji grew old and lost her looks, she might encounter a noble merchant who, in a moment of kindness, might take her as a concubine, allowing her to live out her life. If fortune did not favor her, I imagined she could end up on the streets. A weak woman, no matter how outstanding, cannot escape her fate."

This assumption is clearly untenable, as it is evident that one traveled back to the Qin Dynasty in that flying saucer from the 21st century, in order to ensure one's own safety by eliminating the tomb guards and taking Yu Ji away to escape from the royal tomb.

Yu Ji shyly accepted it, gazing at the fragrant grilled fish. Unable to hold back any longer, she let go of her restraint and began to eat heartily. Although there were no seasonings or condiments, Yu and the *Tu* Book Ji found the taste delightful, leaving a lingering flavor in their mouths. Being quite hungry, she quickly finished off the two skewers of grilled fish.

"Haha, the fish is ready. Come, come, how about tasting my barbecue skills?" Long Tianyu handed a skewer of grilled crucian carp to the lady, the surface of the fish glistening with oil, exuding an enticing aroma.

The awake Yu Ji is stunningly beautiful, yet in her slumber, she appears pure and delicate, evoking in men a sense of longing and desire to use all their strength to cherish and love her

Long Tianyu turned to the side, gazing at the beauty beside him. Her exquisite face stirred a myriad of emotions within him. This is the legendary Yu Ji, the one who has been passed down through the ages. I have seen her in person; this is not a dream. Everything exists in reality, transcending time and space, spanning two thousand years. It is truly incredible.

Yu Ji gently nodded, obediently lying down beside him. After days of fear and anxiety within the stone coffin of the royal tomb, her hopes had turned into despair, and she had nearly died in the tomb, becoming a burial sacrifice for Qin Shi Huang. Now, having escaped and survived, it felt as if she had returned from another world. Overwhelmed with emotion and utterly exhausted, she leaned against Long Tianyu's arm, spoke only a few words, and soon fell into a deep sleep

This surprise is quite significant. Upon crossing back to ancient times, I encountered a legendary figure who has been celebrated throughout history! According to the records in "Records of the Grand Historian," Yu Ji was the favored concubine of Xiang Yu, known by her given name Yu and her courtesy name Miao Ge. In 209 BC, Xiang Yu assisted Xiang Liang in killing the governor of Kuaiji and initiated a rebellion in Wu. Yu Ji admired Xiang Yu's bravery and married him as a concubine, often accompanying him on military campaigns.

The crucian carp is slowly being grilled to perfection, and its aroma gradually wafts through the air, seemingly detectable from within a ten-meter radius.

Yu Ji sat at the other end, hearing the other party deliberately praise her, chuckling softly to herself, pondering that this person could also be quite charming with words, not always so serious. If he were like a Confucian scholar, that would be unfortunate. She then said, "Why does Brother Long have such a strong reaction? Have you heard of me?"

At first sight of Long Tianyu, a sense of astonishment surged forth. Like clear water emerging from a lotus, the ancient woman's adornments were understated, yet exuded a natural beauty that seemed to be filled with spirit. In contrast, the thought of modern urban women with their gaudy makeup made one realize that they had lost that innate beauty.

If events from different times and spaces repeatedly occur in the same space, then those who have died are ultimately dead; how could they be resurrected due to different times and spaces? Is not the world a material one? This brings to mind Einstein's theory of special relativity and the mass-energy equation E = mc². When the speed of energy reaches the speed of light, time reverses, leading to a relative intertwining of space and time.

Long Tianyu was astonished and exclaimed: "Yu... Yu Ji?" His heart trembled: "Isn't she the woman whom Xiang Yu, the Overlord of Western Chu, loved deeply? How could she be here? Could it be that at this time, she has not yet met Xiang Yu?"

Long Tianyu handed her another string of fish, and Yu Ji felt a bit awkward and shy to take it, perhaps feeling a sense of embarrassment for her earlier eating manner.

For a moment, neither of the two spoke, each lost in their own reflections.

By the way, young lady, I have yet to ask for your esteemed name. How should I address you, young lady?

This time, Yu Ji was quite restrained while eating, delicately savoring each bite with her cherry-like lips, her manner of eating exuding a myriad of charms, which truly opened Long Tianyu's eyes. He also began to eat, prioritizing filling his stomach first, for wherever one is, in any dynasty, one must eat, drink, relieve oneself, and sleep. Only by ensuring one's survival can one plan for the future.

After a moment, the silk garments quickly dried from the moisture. Yu Ji took off her undergarments and changed into an outer robe. She hung up her inner garment to dry by the fire and the books, and after tying her waist sash, she supported herself on the wooden frame and walked out.

For individuals of the twenty-first century, their own disappearance will become a mystery. Who can imagine that they began another cycle of life in ancient times?

Yu Ji replenished her food and fresh water, regaining some strength and improving her complexion significantly. She stood up, her figure slender and graceful, with long garments cascading down her waist, swaying elegantly with her movements. Her skin was whiter than snow, her features picturesque, gentle and melodious, and her demeanor as refined as an orchid.

Long Tianyu noticed that the beautiful woman had fallen silent and no longer spoke. With some curiosity, he asked, "Miss Yu Ji, what is the matter with you?"

Long Tianyu was captivated, and with a large hand, he patted the lawn beside him, saying: "You should come over and rest for a while. After a good sleep, you'll be refreshed and energized, and we can leave this place."

Long Tianyu came to his senses, suppressing his astonishment, and changed his words: "The name is beautiful, just like you!"

I remember a few years ago, when I was studying at Yanjing University, a student council president organized a trip to historical sites. On the way, we also visited the tomb of Yu Ji. Reflecting on the two black statues in the exhibition room, they bore some resemblance to the woman before me

Due to Yu Ji's prolonged lack of food and water, she had just consumed a little fresh water, leaving her extremely weak. As she stood, her body trembled slightly, swaying unsteadily, her waist bending like a willow. Her pale face had regained a bit of color, and her autumn-water-like eyes scrutinized Long Tianyu, her heart stirred: she did not expect him to be so extraordinarily handsome!

The long dress is tied above the chest, with ribbons that accentuate her graceful and elongated figure. Yu Ji's facial contours are quite beautiful, her hair flows like a waterfall, her skin is as white as jade, her neck is long, and her dark, bright eyes resemble black lacquer, further highlighting her captivating beauty. Every gesture she makes exudes extreme elegance, making her beauty indescribable.

He sat on one side grilling fish, and his gaze inadvertently caught the reflection of a beautiful figure on the fabric of her clothing. She had a slender and graceful physique, with delicate curves. Due to several days of not eating or drinking, she appeared somewhat frail; however, the fullness of her bosom was anything but small. In contrast to her flat abdomen and silk-like slender waist, it appeared even more prominent.

"Brother Long, why do you exclaim? Is my name not pleasing?" Yu Ji smiled faintly, thinking that he must have heard her name before. Among the four renowned courtesans of the Great Qin, namely Dong Yu, Xi Liu, Nan Lan, and Bei Xue, Dong Yu refers to Yu Ji.

The woman took the firewood and the kindling, gathered them into a small pile, and set them ablaze to warm herself against the cold. It was originally a scorching summer day, and with the blazing flames, the moisture on her clothing quickly evaporated, and even the close-fitting undergarments and shorts soon became much less damp.

The woman sat at the other end, tilting her head and gently stroking her long, dark hair with her delicate hand. Her cheeks gradually regained their color, and she thought to herself: although she had encountered many setbacks recently, facing life and death, she had also met this heroic young man, which could be considered a blessing in disguise. Suddenly, she heard him ask a question, and her heart leaped with joy as she replied: "My name is Yu Ji! I am from the old Chu of Jiangdong."

Long Tianyu selected a wooden pole, sharpening one end to a point, and entered the river to catch fish. In an instant, he speared more than ten crucian carp. On the shore, he used a dagger to remove the fish guts and internal waste, rinsed them clean with stream water, and then placed them on a separate wooden rack to grill the fish.

Upon hearing the verses, Yu Ji suddenly trembled and murmured to herself: "Since ancient times, beautiful women have often met with tragic fates, leaving only green tombs in the dusk..." Reflecting on her own stunning beauty and talents, which had instead made her a sacrificial offering, she realized that had it not been for his rescue, she would have long been trapped to death within the stone coffin of the royal tomb, perfectly aligning with the sentiment of the poem, and she couldn't help but shed tears.

Yu Ji was dressed in a simple white high-waisted long dress, the hem of which flowed gracefully. A silk ribbon was tied around her waist, just enough to fit in the palm of her hand, accentuating her slender figure, making her appear ethereal and otherworldly

"Eat quickly, there is still quite a bit left, enough for us to have our fill," Long Tianyu said with a smile as he handed it to her, feeling only the delicate smoothness of her fair hand, a gentle sensation.

Did the long-standing hypothesis of the Academy of Sciences suggest that over two thousand years ago, aliens arrived on Earth in flying saucers, inadvertently intruding into the royal tomb and engaging in fierce battles with the tomb guards, ultimately taking away a woman from the stone coffin

But before I had traversed the time-space tunnel, I had already discovered the flying saucer and the same model of the War God pistol. How can this be explained? Or is it that similar events are occurring in different intersecting spaces of the universe?

Until the 21st century, there exists the tomb of Yu Ji in the southeast of Lingbi County, Anhui. Throughout history, its unique historical and geographical charm has attracted countless visitors from both China and abroad

Long Tianyu, after experiencing this series of extraordinary events, having traversed time and space and engaged in fierce battles at the Qin Mausoleum, was already physically exhausted and worn out. Now, having eaten and drunk his fill, he lay on the grass basking in the sunlight. As the mountain breeze passed by, it brought a refreshing moisture, making him feel completely at ease.

Long Tianyu let out a gentle sigh, not expecting that Yu Ji was so clear-headed. Speaking of her own fate, she remained very calm. Living in this feudal era two thousand years ago, women were treated like commodities. According to historical records, it was a common occurrence for high-ranking officials and nobles to exchange concubines and singers for entertainment, with no status whatsoever. A weak woman, aside from hoping for a good ending, what else could she do? Even if you were outstanding, the men of this era still cared about your appearance and figure. It was a common occurrence for high-ranking officials and nobles to exchange concubines and singers for entertainment, with no status whatsoever. A weak woman, aside from hoping for a good ending, what else could she do? Even if you were outstanding, the men of this era still cared about your appearance and figure

Long Tianyu gathered firewood and stones, and after repeatedly rubbing them together for a while, he finally struck a spark. Due to the hot weather, the dry wood was easily ignited, allowing the firewood to catch fire successfully. If it had been a rainy day, it was likely that even after rubbing for half a day, he would not have been able to start a fire. He passed the firewood over to the lady, allowing her to warm the inner garment on her body