In the hazy darkness of the night, the palace resembled a vast labyrinth, and the soldiers, like shadows eroded by the night, moved silently within it.

Their armor was thick and sturdy, protecting them like an iron wall, but also concealing their inner worries and anxieties.

The weapons in their hands gleamed with a cold light, as if their unwavering beliefs were guiding them forward in the darkness.

"Song Luo, where are you?" a soldier couldn't help but whisper, his voice echoing in the empty palace, sounding extremely abrupt.

The other soldiers cast concerned glances at them, their eyes filled with determination and anxiety.

"We'll split up and search. We must find her!" the captain decisively ordered. The soldiers quickly dispersed and carefully searched every corner. They opened tightly closed doors and walked through dark corridors, relentlessly searching for any trace of the missing Song Luo.

Suddenly, a faint noise caught the soldiers' attention. They immediately raised their weapons and rushed towards the direction of the sound. They saw a figure moving in the darkness, seemingly hiding something.

"Who's there? Come out!" the soldiers shouted in unison, their voices echoing through the empty palace. The figure paused for a moment, then slowly stepped out. The soldiers looked closely and saw that it was a palace maid.

"What are you doing? Why are you here?" the palace maid asked in a panic.

"We're looking for Song Luo; she's gone missing," the soldiers explained.

“Song Luo? I don’t know where she is.” The palace maid shook her head, a hint of doubt flashing in her eyes.

"You really don't know? Where is she?" the soldiers pressed on.

The palace maid grew impatient with the questions. She frowned and said, "I really don't know. Don't bother me here; I still need to serve the Empress Dowager." With that, she turned to leave.

"Wait!" the captain suddenly called out to her. "If you come up with any clues, remember to tell us. Song Luo's safety is related to the safety of the entire kingdom, and we cannot be careless in the slightest."

The palace maid nodded and silently left.

The soldiers continued their search, their hearts growing heavier with each passing moment.

Where did Song Luo go?

Did she actually escape from the palace?

These questions lingered in their minds, preventing them from finding peace of mind.

However, they absolutely could not stay any longer; their determination to find Song Luo only grew stronger.

They continued their search, from the opulent banquet hall to the damp, cold dungeons, from the fragrant gardens to the overgrown courtyards. They searched every possible hiding place, looking for any clue.

However, Song Luo seemed to have completely vanished into the darkness, leaving no trace.

The soldiers' patience was wearing thin, and their hearts grew heavier. However, they knew that as long as there was a glimmer of hope, they could not give up. They had to find Song Luo and complete their mission!

On the other side, the enemy general's skills were unpredictable, like a ghost in the dark night. Every time the sword was about to strike, he could always turn danger into safety and handle the situation with ease.

Xu Yuehuai and the other two figures intertwined, like a pair of dancers performing a breathtaking dance between life and death. The light of swords and the shadow of knives intertwined, forming a captivating picture.

"Your Highness, be careful!"

"Lady Shen, kill him!"

The soldiers held their breath and stared intently, a tense atmosphere spreading across the battlefield.

Each sword strike felt like a heartbeat, tugging at everyone's nerves.

A tense and deadly atmosphere filled the air, as if the entire battlefield was trembling with anticipation of this duel.

Suddenly, during a fierce exchange, the enemy general swayed slightly, revealing a rare opening.

"go!"

A cold glint flashed in Xu Yuehuai's eyes. She gripped the hilt of her sword tightly, gathered all her strength into a single point, and slashed out fiercely.

"ah--!"

With a scream, the enemy general was sent flying backward like a kite with a broken string, his blood gushing out and staining the battlefield red.

"Well done, Your Highness!"

"Lady Shen is truly a warrior of my Dong Sang!"

"It has to be the princess of my Great Zhou who is truly amazing!"

Upon seeing this, the soldiers cheered loudly, and their morale was greatly boosted at that moment.

However, Xu Yuehuai did not let her guard down despite the victory; she knew the battle was far from over. She looked around and saw that the masked enemy troops were still attacking fiercely. Although the soldiers were exhausted, they still held their ground and fought desperately against the enemy.

"Don't let your guard down, the battle is still going on!" Xu Yuehua shouted, her voice echoing across the battlefield.

Upon hearing this, the soldiers rallied their spirits, continued to brandish their swords and shout, and engaged in fierce combat with the enemy.

At this moment, the battlefield is filled with the glint of swords and the deafening roar of battle cries. The soldiers stand firm amidst the flames of war, their gazes unwavering and fervent, as if they wish to ignite hope for this land with their conviction and courage.

After a fierce battle, the enemy forces on this side were finally forced to retreat.

Xu Yuehuai and his men successfully held their ground and won the battle.

The joy of victory spread through the soldiers' hearts, and they gathered around Xu Yuehuai, their faces beaming with triumphant smiles.

"Officer Shen, we won!" a soldier shouted excitedly.

Xu Yuehua nodded with a smile, but her eyes revealed a hint of worry: "This is only a temporary victory. There are still other dangers lurking in this palace. We cannot let our guard down because of this."

"Lady Shen (Princess), we understand!" the soldiers said in unison, their voices firm and powerful.

At this moment, a wounded soldier walked over with difficulty. His face was pale, but his eyes were very sharp: "Officer Shen, as long as you give the order, we are willing to continue fighting until we drive the enemy out of our homeland completely!"

Xu Yuehuai looked at him, a warm feeling welling up in her heart. She knew that these soldiers were all outstanding; they protected this land with their blood, sweat, and lives, and every single one of them was a hero.

She took a deep breath and said loudly, "Good! As long as we are united, no enemy can stop us! We must continue to fight for our homeland and for our future!"

"Keep fighting!"

Upon hearing this, the soldiers gripped their weapons tightly, their eyes filled with determination.

They are confident in facing all challenges and working together to protect the land they love so much!

...

"My lord, we have searched the entire palace, but we still haven't found any trace of Song Luo." The soldiers returned wearily to Bai Yu's side, reporting the results.

Bai Yu gazed at them, a complex emotion flashing in his eyes. He knew the soldiers' efforts and understood their helplessness. He sighed softly and said, "Song Luo is cunning and treacherous; perhaps she has already left the palace."