Bai Yu smiled and nodded, saying, "Yes, the reason we were able to successfully escape the pursuit this time is thanks to our tacit understanding and cooperation."

In the days that followed, Xu Yuehuai and Bai Yu continued their journey toward the Eastern Sang Kingdom.

Despite the arduous journey and numerous obstacles, the two overcame countless difficulties with their indomitable will and extraordinary wisdom.

They supported each other, faced challenges together, and demonstrated an unbreakable team spirit during the arduous journey.

A month later, as the first rays of dawn shone on the earth, they finally arrived at the border of the Eastern Sang Kingdom.

Before me lay a familiar scene—rolling mountains, winding rivers, and the faint outline of a town in the distance.

At this moment, Xu Yuehuai and Bai Yu both felt incredibly excited and thrilled.

They knew they had finally escaped the relentless pursuit and were about to return to that once familiar yet unknown place.

The two walked side by side, carefully avoiding the patrolling soldiers, heading towards the capital.

Their hearts were filled with anticipation and hope, looking forward to returning to the palace as soon as possible and ending this arduous journey.

However, just as they were about to step into the capital, they unexpectedly encountered a group of ragged and haggard refugees.

These refugees were dressed in tattered clothes and smelled bad, clearly having suffered greatly from life's hardships.

Upon seeing this, Xu Yuehuai and Bai Yu felt a surge of sympathy. They stopped and went forward to inquire about the plight of these refugees.

"What happened to you? Why did you end up here?" Xu Yuehuai asked with concern.

An elderly refugee sighed and said slowly, "Alas, it's all that Song Luo's fault. While the king was away from Dongsang, she actually seized the throne. Now she holds absolute power, increases taxes, and oppresses the people. We people really can't survive!"

Xu Yuehuai was shocked upon hearing this. She hadn't expected Song Luo to seize the throne while Bai Yu was away from Dongsang Kingdom. What angered her even more was that Song Luo was so disregard for the lives of the people, increasing taxes and oppressing the common folk.

"That Song Luo is a shameless scoundrel!" Xu Yuehuai roared. "She's the orphan of a traitor from the Mingyue Kingdom, yet she dares to cause trouble in the Dongsang Kingdom!"

"Yes, we all wish we could tear her to pieces!" the refugees echoed.

Bai Yu stood calmly to the side, as if he had expected this outcome. He said indifferently, "Song Luo is ambitious and has always coveted the throne. Now that she has finally achieved her wish, I'm afraid the Dongsang Kingdom will fall into chaos."

Xu Yuehuai took a deep breath, calming her anger. She knew that the most important thing now was to find a way back to the palace, expose Song Luo's crimes, and save the people of Dongsang Kingdom.

However, just as they were preparing to continue their journey, the refugees urged them to stop, saying, "My lords, going back now would be like walking into a trap! Song Luo has already taken control of the royal palace and the entire Dongsang Kingdom. If you go back, you will only be caught by her!"

Upon hearing this, Xu Yuehuai hesitated. She knew the refugees were telling the truth, but they had no way out. They had to return to the palace and expose Song Luo's crimes, or the people of Dongsang would continue to suffer.

She turned to look at Bai Yu and asked, "What should we do now?"

Bai Yu was silent for a moment, then slowly said, "Let's go to the Underworld Moon Kingdom."

Xu Yuehuai was taken aback, but then understood what Bai Yu meant.

The Kingdom of Mingyue has Bei Xuan and Xia Sen. They went there to seek help, hoping to find the power to fight against Song Luo.

“Alright, let’s go to the Underworld Moon Kingdom!” Xu Yuehuai said decisively.

So they changed direction and headed towards the border of the Dark Moon Kingdom.

Along the way, they traveled alongside the refugees. Although these refugees had suffered greatly, their hearts were still filled with hope for life and longing for the future.

They told Xu Yuehuai and Bai Yu about Song Luo's various crimes, as well as the hardships and helplessness they faced during their exile.

As Xu Yuehuai and Bai Yu listened to their story, a deep sense of sympathy and anger welled up within them. Their resolve to return to the palace and expose Song Luo's crimes strengthened even further.

After several days of arduous travel, they finally stepped into the borderlands of the Dark Moon Kingdom. Xu Yuehuai and Bai Yu felt as if two sharp swords were hanging over their hearts, their anticipation and trepidation weaving together into an unfathomable tapestry.

They knew all too well that the road was fraught with thorns, and every step felt like walking on a sharp blade.

However, their gaze remained steadfast, for their deep affection for the people of Dongsang had long since transformed into their driving force. They were willing to pay any price for the peace and tranquility of their nation.

As they stepped into this unfamiliar land, a chilling aura swept over them, as if to engulf them.

A group of soldiers suddenly appeared in their sight like ghosts, their eyes as cold as ice, and the sharp blades in their hands gleaming with a chilling light.

"Gentlemen, this is a forbidden area of ​​my Dark Moon Kingdom. How dare you trespass!" a soldier shouted sternly, his voice as piercing as the cold wind.

Xu Yuehuai took a deep breath to calm her nerves. She smiled slightly, stepped forward, and said softly, "We are envoys from the Dongsang Kingdom. We have important matters to discuss with your Queen and Emperor. Please make an exception for us."

Upon hearing this, the soldiers exchanged puzzled glances. They were clearly skeptical of Xu Yuehuai's words.

"An envoy from Dongsang Kingdom? How come we've never heard of him?" a soldier questioned.

Xu Yuehuai's heart tightened; she knew she had to dispel their doubts as soon as possible. She took out a jade pendant from her bosom and handed it to the leading soldier, saying, "This is a token from the Eastern Sang Kingdom's palace. Please take a look."

The soldiers took the jade pendant and examined it carefully. A look of surprise gradually appeared on their faces; they clearly recognized the pendant's origin.

“This is indeed a royal token.” The leading soldier nodded, but there was still a hint of doubt in his tone. “However, we cannot fully believe you based on just a jade pendant. You must come with us to see the Queen and the Emperor so that they can personally verify your identities.”

Xu Yuehuai and Bai Yu exchanged a glance. Although they felt uneasy, they could only nod in agreement.

They knew that the most important thing now was to see Bei Xuan and Xia Sen, explain the situation to them, and ask for their help.

So, Xu Yuehuai and Bai Yu walked side by side in the long corridor of the Mingyue Kingdom's palace, each step feeling exceptionally heavy.

They were being escorted by soldiers, their hearts filled with trepidation and unease.

The surrounding palaces stood tall and magnificent, their golden splendor unable to conceal the somber atmosphere.