The Mu Kingdom's army surged towards the Rong Kingdom's border like a raging tide, the dust kicked up by their horses obscuring the sky and casting an ominous shadow over the land. Xiao Yichen stood on the city wall, his gaze piercing, fixed on the gradually clearing black torrent in the distance. He could feel the overwhelming pressure, but his conviction remained as firm as a rock. The soldiers around him were also on high alert, their eyes filled with both anger towards the enemy and fearlessness in the face of the impending battle.

Lin Wan'er stood among the soldiers, her plain robe fluttering in the wind. She gripped a staff that emitted a strange light, the key to her mystical arts. She closed her eyes slightly, chanting incantations. A gentle power emanated from her, enveloping the surrounding soldiers, gradually calming their initial tension and replacing it with a strange courage and strength.

"Don't be afraid, everyone. Justice is on our side. For our families, for every inch of Rong Kingdom's land, we must defend it!" Lin Wan'er's voice was clear and firm, like a clear spring flowing into the hearts of every soldier amidst the chaos of the battlefield.

At the forefront of the Mu Kingdom's army, Murong Xuan rode a tall black horse, clad in black armor whose jewels gleamed eerily in the sunlight. His face was stern, his eyes revealing a fanatical confidence. In his view, the Rong Kingdom's border defenses would be as fragile as paper before his powerful army. Beside him, Su Ran cautiously observed the surroundings, periodically reporting the army's progress and any potential traps ahead to Murong Xuan.

"Your Highness, according to our scouts, Rong Kingdom has made ample preparations at the border. We must not underestimate them," Su Ran said in a low voice.

Murong Xuan sneered: "Hmph, so what if they're prepared? They're doomed to defeat in the face of absolute power."

As the Mu army drew ever closer to the Rong border, the atmosphere grew increasingly tense. Both sides could clearly see each other's formations, and a battle seemed imminent.

Finally, the Mu army stopped just an arrow's throw from the Rong border. An eerie silence fell over the battlefield, broken only by the fluttering of flags in the wind and the neighing of warhorses.

Murong Xuan spurred his horse forward a few steps, raised his head, and looked over the city wall, landing on Xiao Yichen. A slight, contemptuous smile appeared on his lips.

"General Xiao, we finally meet!" Murong Xuan's voice wasn't loud, but it clearly reached everyone's ears in the silent battlefield. His words were full of provocation, as if victory was already in his grasp.

Xiao Yichen stared at Murong Xuan, his eyes burning with rage. He desperately wanted to rush forward and fight this culprit who had instigated the war and harmed his family, but he knew that acting impulsively would only worsen the situation. He suppressed his anger, took a few steps forward, and stood on the edge of the city wall.

"Murong Xuan, you despicable villain! To satisfy your ambition, you didn't hesitate to provoke a war between our two countries, plunging countless people into misery. You will pay the price for your actions!" Xiao Yichen shouted back, his voice echoing across the battlefield and eliciting roars of fury from the Rong Kingdom soldiers.

Murong Xuan seemed not to hear Xiao Yichen's rebuke. He still had a smile on his face, but that smile was extremely irritating to Xiao Yichen.

"The price? Hahahaha, only the strong can write history. Today, I will crush the Rong Kingdom and become the new overlord of this continent, and you will all become my stepping stones." Murong Xuan laughed arrogantly, and the soldiers of the Mu Kingdom behind him cheered. In an instant, the momentum on the battlefield was completely dominated by the Mu Kingdom.

But Xiao Yichen was not intimidated by Murong Xuan's imposing manner. He looked at Murong Xuan with unwavering determination and said loudly, "Don't even think about it. The soldiers of Rong Kingdom will not let you succeed. We will defend our country with our blood and lives!"

Lin Wan'er walked to Xiao Yichen's side, looking at Murong Xuan with disgust and anger in her eyes. She knew Murong Xuan's ruthlessness and knew that he would stop at nothing to achieve his goals.

“Murong Xuan, do you think you can easily defeat us? Heaven will not forgive you for the sins you have committed,” Lin Wan’er said.

Murong Xuan's gaze fell on Lin Wan'er. He narrowed his eyes slightly, sizing up this beautiful and righteous woman.

"Oh? You're Lin Wan'er, the one who ruined my plans with Xiao Yichen? What a reckless woman. But it doesn't matter. Once I conquer Rong Kingdom, you and Xiao Yichen will both become my prisoners," Murong Xuan said contemptuously.

Lin Wan'er sneered, "We won't let you succeed. Just wait to face the judgment of justice!"

Just as the two sides were locked in a stalemate and exchanging words, suddenly, a sharp arrow shot out from the Mu Kingdom's army, flying towards Xiao Yichen on the city wall. This unexpected arrow was extremely fast, carrying a sharp whistling sound.

Xiao Yichen reacted swiftly, dodging to the side. The arrow grazed his shoulder and struck the city wall behind him, its arrowhead deeply embedded in the bricks. This arrow shattered the tranquility of the battlefield, and both sides instantly descended into a chaotic melee.

The archers of Mu drew their bows and unleashed a rain of arrows upon the walls and soldiers of Rong. The Rong soldiers raised their shields, forming a tight, solid defense. Simultaneously, the archers on the walls retaliated, aiming their arrows at targets within the Mu army and firing vengeful bolts.

Under the cover of a hail of arrows, the Mu Kingdom's infantry began their charge towards the Rong Kingdom's border defenses. Armed with spears and shields, they surged forward like a raging sea, shouting battle cries. The Rong Kingdom's soldiers, under Xiao Yichen's command, stood ready, prepared to deliver a heavy blow once the enemy drew near.

"Fire!" Xiao Yichen gave the order, and the catapults and ballistae on the city wall began to fire. Huge stones and sharp crossbow bolts rained down on the charging infantry of the Mu Kingdom. In an instant, blood and flesh flew everywhere on the battlefield. The Mu Kingdom's charging troops suffered heavy losses, but they did not retreat and continued to charge forward.

Murong Xuan watched this horrific scene from behind. His brow furrowed slightly, but he quickly regained his composure. He knew that war was cruel; only by paying a price could victory be achieved.

"Order the cavalry to prepare. Once the infantry breaks through their lines, they will immediately charge," Murong Xuan said to the general beside him.

On the battlefield, Rong soldiers and Mu infantry engaged in fierce close-quarters combat. Swords clashed, sparks flew, and shouts of battle and screams mingled together, creating a brutal symphony of war. Xiao Yichen personally leaped off the city wall and joined the fray. His sword flashed relentlessly, each strike claiming the life of an enemy. His figure darted across the battlefield, leaving enemies in his wake.

Lin Wan'er continued to use her magical arts in the rear, healing the soldiers' wounds and strengthening them. She saw a Rong soldier pierced in the abdomen by an enemy spear, his life hanging by a thread. She quickly cast a spell, a soft light enveloping the soldier, his wound rapidly healing, and he stood up again to rejoin the battle.

As the Mu cavalry prepared to charge, the Rong cavalry also surged out from the other side of the city wall. They charged towards the Mu cavalry like a whirlwind, attempting to halt their advance. The two cavalry forces clashed on the battlefield, instantly plunging into a fierce melee. The sounds of hooves, swords, and battle cries were deafening, and the battlefield was in complete chaos.

Murong Xuan's face darkened when he saw the Rong Kingdom cavalry appear. He hadn't expected the Rong Kingdom to have such a tight defense on the border, and to have such an elite cavalry force.

"Su Ran, we can't let their cavalry disrupt our plans. You lead a squad of elite cavalry to circle around to their rear and attack them from both sides," Murong Xuan ordered.

Su Ran accepted the order and led a well-equipped cavalry unit, quietly maneuvering around the rear of the Rong Kingdom's cavalry.

On the battlefield, the fighting between the two sides reached a fever pitch. Xiao Yichen discovered Murong Xuan's movements during the battle, knowing that Murong Xuan was undoubtedly plotting a new scheme. He fought while searching for an opportunity to break through the enemy's defenses and charge towards Murong Xuan. He had only one thought in mind: to capture the leader first. If he could capture Murong Xuan, this war might be over.

Lin Wan'er also sensed Xiao Yichen's intentions. She knew that Xiao Yichen's actions were extremely dangerous, but she also understood that this might be an opportunity to end the war. She used her magic to create a path for Xiao Yichen, helping him to charge towards Murong Xuan.

Murong Xuan saw Xiao Yichen charging towards him and a cold smile appeared on his lips. He wasn't afraid of Xiao Yichen; on the contrary, he felt this was a good opportunity to eliminate Xiao Yichen in one fell swoop.

"Come on, Xiao Yichen, today is your death day!" Murong Xuan shouted, drawing his sword from his waist, ready to meet Xiao Yichen's challenge.

This brutal war continues amidst fierce clashes between the two sides, and the duel between Xiao Yichen and Murong Xuan will be a crucial turning point. Whether on the side of justice or evil, both sides are fighting with all their might for their goals and beliefs. Everyone on the battlefield is writing their own legend, and the outcome of this war will determine the fate of both nations and the lives of countless people.

On the battlefield, smoke filled the air, and shouts of battle shook the heavens. With the aid of Lin Wan'er's magic, Xiao Yichen charged towards Murong Xuan as if he were in an empty field. His eyes burned with the flames of revenge, and every step he took carried an unstoppable momentum. The sword in his hand was already stained red with blood, reflecting a chilling light in the sunlight.

Murong Xuan sat firmly on his warhorse, coldly watching Xiao Yichen approach. He had absolute confidence in his martial arts skills. In his eyes, Xiao Yichen was nothing more than a reckless brute blinded by anger. Although he admitted that Xiao Yichen had some skill, he firmly believed that he could defeat him and kill him here, thereby completely crushing the morale of the Rong Kingdom soldiers.

Xiao Yichen charged closer and closer, and he could clearly see the contemptuous expression on Murong Xuan's face. This expression enraged him even more, and he increased his speed even further. The surrounding Mu Kingdom soldiers tried to stop him, but he easily repelled them all.

"Murong Xuan, prepare to die!" Xiao Yichen roared, thrusting his sword straight at Murong Xuan.

Murong Xuan remained calm and composed. He raised his sword and easily blocked Xiao Yichen's fierce attack. The two swords clashed, producing a piercing metallic clang, and sparks flew between them.

"Hmph, is that all you've got? Xiao Yichen, you've disappointed me greatly," Murong Xuan mocked.

Xiao Yichen did not respond. He withdrew his sword and launched another attack. This time, he unleashed his signature technique, his swordplay flowing like clouds and water, relentless and relentless, each strike aimed at Murong Xuan's vital points. Murong Xuan also abandoned his contempt and seriously countered Xiao Yichen's attacks. For a time, the two were evenly matched.

On the other side of the battlefield, soldiers from Rong and Mu were still locked in fierce combat. Although the Rong soldiers fought valiantly, the sheer number of Mu's army was overwhelming, and they were gradually becoming overwhelmed. Lin Wan'er, seeing this, was extremely anxious. She knew that if the stalemate couldn't be broken soon, Rong would be in dire straits. She decided to intensify the use of her extraordinary techniques to aid the Rong soldiers.

Lin Wan'er raised her staff and chanted a complex incantation. As the incantation was finished, strange light suddenly appeared in the sky, converging to form bolts of lightning that struck the densely packed Mu soldiers. Wherever the lightning struck, the Mu soldiers screamed in agony, their formations disrupted, and they descended into chaos.

Taking advantage of the situation, the Rong soldiers launched a counterattack. Their morale soared, and their battle cries grew even louder. The previously weakened defensive line was reinstated, and the two sides once again reached a stalemate.

The battle between Xiao Yichen and Murong Xuan had reached its climax. Their swords clashed repeatedly, their figures flashing rapidly across the battlefield. The surrounding soldiers unconsciously made way for them, as if the battlefield was now solely dedicated to their duel.

"Xiao Yichen, do you think you can stop me? I started this war, and I will end it. Rong Kingdom is destined to be mine." Murong Xuan said as he fought, trying to distract Xiao Yichen.

"Don't be so arrogant, Murong Xuan. Your conspiracy will not succeed, the people of Rong Kingdom will not submit to you, and we will fight to the last moment," Xiao Yichen replied through gritted teeth.

Just as the two were locked in fierce combat, Lin Wan'er noticed a troop of Mu Kingdom cavalry flanking towards Xiao Yichen. She knew their objective was to encircle Xiao Yichen, and the situation was extremely critical. She wanted to warn Xiao Yichen, but at that moment she was fully focused on casting spells against the Mu Kingdom army and could not afford to be distracted.

Lin Wan'er was frantic with worry. She decided to risk interrupting her spell to help Xiao Yichen. She stopped chanting, waved her staff, and a powerful energy wave rushed towards the Mu Kingdom cavalry. Wherever the energy wave hit, the cavalrymen were thrown off their horses, but this only temporarily halted their advance.

The battle between Xiao Yichen and Murong Xuan continued. Both were exhausted, but neither was willing to give up. Xiao Yichen knew that this battle was not only about his own life and death, but also about the fate of the Rong Kingdom. He could not lose, and he would not lose.

Murong Xuan was fighting for his ambition; to become the overlord of this continent, he had to defeat Xiao Yichen and raze the Rong Kingdom to the ground. A madness shone in his eyes, and he wielded his sword with even greater ferocity.

"Stop!" Suddenly, a clear female voice rang out on the battlefield. Although the voice was not loud, it possessed an irresistible power, and the shouts of battle seemed to pause for a moment.

Everyone looked towards the source of the sound and saw Lin Wan'er walking towards Xiao Yichen and Murong Xuan. Her face was somewhat pale, clearly indicating that she had expended too much energy casting a powerful spell earlier.

"Lin Wan'er, what do you want to do?" Xiao Yichen looked at her with some confusion.

"This war cannot continue; too many lives have already been lost. We should seek a peaceful solution," Lin Wan'er said, looking at Xiao Yichen and Murong Xuan.

Murong Xuan sneered: "Peace? There is no peace the moment the war begins. Only the strong can decide everything, and I am the strong."

“You’re wrong, Murong Xuan. War only brings more hatred and destruction; there are no true victors. We can resolve the issues between our two countries through negotiation,” Lin Wan’er retorted.

"Negotiation? That's something only the weak do. What I want is the territory of Rong Kingdom, the rule of this continent, and no one can stop me." A hint of disdain flashed in Murong Xuan's eyes.

Xiao Yichen looked at Lin Wan'er. He knew that Lin Wan'er meant well, but he also understood that Murong Xuan would not give up easily.

“Wan’er, you don’t need to say anything more to him. Murong Xuan is the kind of person who doesn’t understand the value of peace; he only knows how to satisfy his own ambitions,” Xiao Yichen said.

Lin Wan'er sighed helplessly. She knew Xiao Yichen was right, but she still didn't want to give up the chance to persuade him.

"Murong Xuan, think about it. If this war continues, both the Mu and Rong kingdoms will suffer enormous losses. Your people will also suffer in the war. Is this what you want?" Lin Wan'er tried to persuade Murong Xuan.

Murong Xuan remained silent for a moment, seemingly pondering Lin Wan'er's words. But soon, he resumed his cold expression.

"Sacrifice is necessary to achieve my goals. My people will understand, and when I become the overlord, they will enjoy even greater glory and wealth," Murong Xuan said.

Just then, the Mu Kingdom cavalry, who had been temporarily blocked by Lin Wan'er, regrouped and charged towards Xiao Yichen. Upon seeing this, Xiao Yichen immediately turned to face the cavalry's attack.

Seeing this, Lin Wan'er knew that persuasion would not stop Murong Xuan, so she had no choice but to throw herself back into the battle. She raised her staff, preparing to cast spells again to fight against the Murong cavalry.

The battlefield descended into chaos once more, a cacophony of shouts, hoofbeats, and clashing swords. Xiao Yichen was locked in a fierce battle with the cavalry, facing numerous enemies alone, and beginning to sustain wounds.

While casting spells to attack the Mu Kingdom cavalry, Lin Wan'er kept a close eye on Xiao Yichen's situation. She was extremely anxious and wanted to help Xiao Yichen, but she was entangled by other Mu Kingdom soldiers and could not break free.

Murong Xuan watched all this from the sidelines, a slight smile playing on his lips, seemingly quite satisfied with the situation. He believed that Xiao Yichen would soon be defeated by the cavalry, at which point the Rong Kingdom would have no power to resist.

However, just as Xiao Yichen was beginning to falter, Rong Kingdom's reinforcements arrived. A force of infantry and cavalry surged onto the battlefield like a tidal wave, launching a fierce attack on Mu Kingdom's cavalry and soldiers.

The Mu Kingdom's army was caught off guard by the sudden arrival of reinforcements, and their formation was disrupted once again. Xiao Yichen took the opportunity to shake off the cavalry's entanglement. He took a breath and looked in the direction of the reinforcements, his heart filled with gratitude.

"Don't back down, everyone! For Rong Kingdom, for our families!" Xiao Yichen shouted, regaining his composure and charging towards Murong Xuan once again.

Lin Wan'er breathed a sigh of relief upon seeing the arrival of reinforcements. She knew there was still a chance to turn the tide of the battle. She continued to cast spells, coordinating with the reinforcements to attack the Mu Kingdom's army.

Murong Xuan's expression turned grim upon seeing the arrival of Rong Kingdom's reinforcements. He hadn't expected Rong Kingdom to have reinforcements, which disrupted his plans. However, he quickly calmed down, knowing that he couldn't panic and had to readjust his strategy.

"All troops, listen up! Tighten your formation and don't let the enemy break through!" Murong Xuan shouted the order.

Under Murong Xuan's command, the Mu army began to reorganize its formation to resist the Rong reinforcements. The situation on the battlefield became tense again, with both sides fighting desperately for final victory. The war had entered a new phase, and the final outcome remained highly uncertain.

On the battlefield, the arrival of Rong Kingdom reinforcements instantly turned the tide of battle. The Mu Kingdom army was initially thrown into disarray by the initial charge, but under Murong Xuan's command, they quickly regrouped and regained their footing. The soldiers of both sides once again engaged in fierce combat, the sounds of clashing swords, shouts of battle, and the groans of the wounded mingling together like a brutal symphony of war.

Taking advantage of the lull in the Mu Kingdom's army as they adjusted their formation, Xiao Yichen sprinted towards Murong Xuan. His eyes shone with unwavering resolve; though his wounds throbbed with pain, the flames of revenge made him forget his suffering. He knew that if he could defeat Murong Xuan, the war might end, and the Rong Kingdom could avoid further casualties.

Murong Xuan frowned slightly as he watched Xiao Yichen charge towards him again. He was somewhat annoyed; the situation, which had initially seemed certain of victory, had become complicated by the arrival of Rong Kingdom's reinforcements. However, he remained confident in his own strength and believed that Xiao Yichen was no match for him.

"Hmph, still not giving up? Then I'll grant your wish!" Murong Xuan muttered to himself, then gripped his sword tightly, preparing to meet Xiao Yichen's challenge.

As Xiao Yichen rushed towards Murong Xuan, he noticed something strange. On the chaotic battlefield, a group of people dressed in black moved stealthily. Unlike ordinary soldiers who engaged in direct combat, they darted across the battlefield, seemingly searching for something. These men in black were agile and skilled, and their attire differed from that of the soldiers from both the Mu and Rong kingdoms.

A sense of unease welled up in Xiao Yichen's heart. He slowed his pace and began to observe the movements of the men in black. He noticed that they seemed to be converging in one direction, which was near where Murong Xuan was.

"Who are these people? Could they be another hidden force of Murong Xuan?" Xiao Yichen wondered to himself.

Lin Wan'er also noticed the men in black. After using her magic to repel a group of Mu Kingdom soldiers, she moved closer to Xiao Yichen.

"Yichen, have you seen those men in black? They look very suspicious," Lin Wan'er said softly as she approached Xiao Yichen.

“I see. Their target seems to be Murong Xuan’s group. We need to find out their identities,” Xiao Yichen replied.

As the two were speaking, the men in black were getting closer and closer to Murong Xuan. Suddenly, one of the men in black threw a hidden weapon at Murong Xuan. The weapon flew towards Murong Xuan with a sharp whistling sound, moving at an extremely fast speed.

Murong Xuan sensed the danger. He dodged to the side, and the hidden weapon grazed his cheek, leaving a small wound on his face.

"Who goes there? How dare you ambush this prince!" Murong Xuan was furious and looked in the direction where the man in black was.

The men in black did not respond; they continued their attack on Murong Xuan. Some wielded sharp blades, while others used various strange hidden weapons, attacking Murong Xuan from all directions.

Murong Xuan's personal guards immediately stepped forward and engaged the men in black in combat. In an instant, a chaotic battle erupted around Murong Xuan.

Xiao Yichen and Lin Wan'er took the opportunity to approach, wanting to see who these men in black were and whether they could use this opportunity to deal with Murong Xuan.

During the battle with the men in black, Murong Xuan discovered that these men were highly skilled in martial arts and had excellent teamwork, making them far from ordinary assassins. Their attack techniques were quite unique, suggesting some kind of special training method.

"Who exactly are you? Who is directing you?" Murong Xuan asked loudly while fending off the attacks from the men in black.

The men in black remained silent, continuing their attacks. A sense of unease rose within Murong Xuan; he began to suspect that these men in black were sent by some mysterious force to deal with him.

On the other side of the battlefield, soldiers from Rong and Mu were still engaged in fierce fighting. The arrival of Rong reinforcements greatly boosted the morale of the Rong army, and they gradually gained the upper hand. Although the Mu army put up a tenacious resistance, they were affected to some extent in terms of both numbers and morale.

A Rong general approached Xiao Yichen and reported, "General, our reinforcements have brought the situation under control, and the Mu army is beginning to show signs of retreat."

Xiao Yichen nodded: "Very good, continue the attack, but don't pursue too deeply, lest it be a trap. Also, send people to investigate the identities of those men in black, to see what their connection is to this war."

"Yes, General!" The general accepted the order and left.

Lin Wan'er looked at Murong Xuan, who was fighting with the men in black, and an idea came to her mind.

"Yichen, should we take this opportunity to help the man in black and deal with Murong Xuan together?" Lin Wan'er asked.

Xiao Yichen hesitated for a moment, then shook his head: "Let's see how things go first. These men in black are of unknown identity, and we don't know their purpose. If they are ambitious like Murong Xuan, then we cannot cooperate with them."

Just then, the men in black seemed to intensify their attacks. They began to cast strange formations, trapping Murong Xuan and his personal guards within them. Murong Xuan felt the pressure increase dramatically within the formations; he found his movements restricted, and the attacks from the men in black around him became even more ferocious.

"Su Ran, come save me!" Murong Xuan shouted.

Upon hearing Murong Xuan's call, Su Ran led a squad of elite soldiers from the Mu Kingdom towards Murong Xuan's direction. They broke through the black-clad men's defenses and joined up with Murong Xuan.

"Your Highness, are you alright?" Su Ran asked with concern.

"These people are of unknown origin and are quite troublesome," Murong Xuan said, frowning.

Su Ran observed the man in black, and his expression became serious.

"Your Highness, these people don't seem to be ordinary assassins. Their formations and techniques are quite unique. We must be careful," Su Ran said.

While the men in black and Murong Xuan were locked in a stalemate, Xiao Yichen decided to take action. He led Lin Wan'er and a small squad of Rong Kingdom soldiers to quietly circle around to the rear of the men in black.

"Who are you? Why are you attacking Murong Xuan?" Xiao Yichen asked loudly.

Upon hearing Xiao Yichen's voice, one of the men in black turned around. He glanced at Xiao Yichen and then said coldly, "This is none of your business. Our target is Murong Xuan. You'd better not interfere."

"Hmph, you're operating on my battlefield, how can I not care? If you don't identify yourselves, we'll treat you as enemies and deal with you all together," Xiao Yichen said.

The man in black seemed hesitant. Just then, Murong Xuan seized the opportunity. He led his guards and Su Ran to break through the formation and launched a fierce attack on the man in black. The man in black was thrown into chaos and had to turn around to deal with Murong Xuan's attack.

Seeing this situation, Xiao Yichen knew that now was not the time to inquire about the identities of the men in black. He decided to help them defeat Murong Xuan first, and then find out their identities.

"Soldiers, charge!" Xiao Yichen shouted, leading the Rong Kingdom soldiers into battle.

Amidst the chaotic fighting, the battlefield became even more disorganized. Men in black, Rong Kingdom soldiers, and Mu Kingdom troops were entangled in fierce combat. Xiao Yichen charged towards Murong Xuan, and the two clashed once more.

"Murong Xuan, today is your death day!" Xiao Yichen roared.

"Hmph, you? And these men in black who appeared out of nowhere? None of you can defeat me," Murong Xuan replied.

Their swords clashed once more, sparks flying. Lin Wan'er cast spells to aid the Rong soldiers and the men in black against the Mu army. Her magic proved highly effective on the battlefield, beams of light striking the Mu soldiers and throwing them into disarray.

In the fierce battle, the men in black gradually gained the upper hand. They seemed to have gained some understanding of Murong Xuan's attack methods and were responding more effectively. Murong Xuan and his personal guards began to struggle to hold on and were forced to retreat continuously.

"Your Highness, we can't go on like this any longer, we must retreat," Su Ran said anxiously.

Murong Xuan gritted his teeth: "Retreat? I'm not willing to do that!"

But he also knew that staying here would only lead to death. He glanced at Xiao Yichen and the man in black, then gave the order to retreat.

The Mu Kingdom army began its orderly retreat, and the men in black did not pursue them. They watched the Mu Kingdom army leave, then turned to look at Xiao Yichen and Lin Wan'er.

"Why are you helping us?" the man in black asked.

"We just don't want Murong Xuan to succeed. He started this war, bringing enormous disaster to the people of both countries. Who exactly are you people?" Xiao Yichen replied.

The man in black was silent for a moment, then said, "We are from the Shadowmoon Organization. Our mission is to stop Murong Xuan's ambitions. His actions have threatened the balance of the entire continent."

"Shadow Moon Organization? I've never heard of it. Why are you trying to stop Murong Xuan?" Lin Wan'er asked.

“Murong Xuan’s ambitions don’t stop there. If he succeeds in conquering Rong Kingdom, he will continue to expand and cause more wars. We cannot let that happen,” the man in black explained.

Xiao Yichen nodded: "I see. So what are your plans next?"

“We must continue tracking Murong Xuan and prevent him from launching another war. If you are willing, you can join us,” the man in black said.

Xiao Yichen glanced at Lin Wan'er, who nodded slightly.

“Alright, let’s do it together. We must stop Murong Xuan completely and bring peace to the people of both countries,” Xiao Yichen said.

Thus, Xiao Yichen, Lin Wan'er, and the men in black from the Shadow Moon Organization embarked on a journey to track down Murong Xuan. They knew that the struggle against Murong Xuan was far from over, and many more challenges awaited them. The impact of this war would continue to reverberate across the continent, altering the destinies of many.