But just then, Xu Yuehuai finally found her chance to strike. She quietly approached the edge of the battlefield, and while the two sides were locked in fierce combat, she swiftly threw a pre-prepared poisoned needle, which accurately pierced the assassin's neck.

The assassin froze, his movements slowing instantly. Taking advantage of this, the man in black delivered a heavy blow, knocking him to the ground.

The battle ended so suddenly that even the man in black was somewhat taken aback. He turned to look into the shadows, seemingly searching for the source of the poisoned needle.

Xu Yuehuai did not appear; he simply smiled and quietly left.

She knew that although she had saved the man in black's life, maintaining mystery and keeping a low profile was the safest course of action.

However, the next morning, when Xu Yuehuai went to the fake doctor's place as usual, she found that the man in black was already waiting outside the door.

His face was stern, but his tone was gentle: "You saved me last night, didn't you?"

Xu Yuehuai remained calm, "I don't know what you're talking about."

The man in black smiled slightly, seemingly unconcerned by her denial.

"Whether you admit it or not, I owe you a favor. If you need anything, feel free to come to me anytime."

After saying those words, he turned and left, leaving behind a series of light footsteps and an elusive figure.

Xu Yuehuai stood there, gazing in the direction the man in black had left. She hadn't expected her unintentional act to have such consequences, and she had no idea what kind of impact this mysterious assassin would have on her.

But she knew she would have to be more careful in the future to deal with the risks that were about to come.

In the days that followed, Xu Yuehuai's life seemed to be lightly covered by a thin veil, calm on the surface but turbulent underneath, every step like walking on thin ice.

Every morning at the first light of dawn, she would quietly get up and head to the fake ghost doctor's residence.

The fake doctor's residence is hidden beside a secluded forest path, filled with a chilling aroma of herbs and a putrid smell.

Xu Yuehuai suppressed her discomfort and stepped through the door, beginning her daily "service." Each encounter with the fake ghost doctor was an opportunity for her to find a weakness.

Meanwhile, a mysterious figure quietly entered Xu Yuehuai's life.

He, an assassin who comes and goes without a trace, always appears when she needs help the most, like a ray of light in the dark night, giving her strength.

Whenever he appeared in her sight, whether it was overt protection or covert assistance, Xu Yuehuai gradually gained his trust.

She knew that behind this warmth might lie more complex emotions and purposes, but she was also willing to believe that in this world full of deception and conspiracy, there were still things worth relying on.

In order to get closer to the truth as quickly as possible, Xu Yuehuai began to monitor the fake doctor's every move more closely.

She discovered that whenever the night was quiet, the fake doctor would quietly go out and secretly meet with some suspicious people.

These people come from all over the country and have different backgrounds, but they all have in common that they are closely connected with the fake ghost doctor's vast network of influence.

Xu Yuehuai felt that he had to go deep into the tiger's den to uncover the secrets hidden in the shadows.

Through countless tracking and observations, she gradually uncovered the tip of the iceberg of the fake ghost doctor's network of influence.

It turns out that this evil force has not only infiltrated every corner of Wuling Kingdom, but has even quietly reached deep into the imperial palace.

This astonishing discovery shocked Xu Yuehuai. She was now standing in the center of a huge vortex, and could be shattered to pieces if she wasn't careful.

Just as she was preparing to conduct a more in-depth investigation, an unexpected event pushed her to the brink of life and death.

It was a stormy night when Xu Yuehuai was alone, following one of the fake ghost doctor's capable henchmen.

However, she never expected that this subordinate was actually a hidden master.

She was unfortunately injured, covered in blood, and fainted due to confusion.

When she woke up again, she found herself lying in an unfamiliar bed. The surroundings were strange and quiet. She tried to recall everything that had happened and realized that she might have been rescued by a kind person.

She struggled to sit up, only to find herself extremely weak, lacking even the strength to stand.

A gentle voice sounded in her ear: "You're awake? Are you alright?"

Xu Yuehuai looked up and saw a woman dressed in plain clothes with delicate features standing by the bed.

"Thank you for saving me. May I ask who you are? Where is this place?"

The woman smiled slightly and replied softly, "My name is Yunshang. Don't worry, it's safe here. I just happened to be passing by and saw you lying there injured, so I brought you back."

Xu Yuehuai looked at Yunshang with gratitude, as if she had seen a ray of light in her life.

Later, Yunshang showed meticulous care for Xu Yuehuai's injuries, her deep affection as warm and tender as the spring sun. During this time spent together, their hearts quietly drew closer, weaving an unbreakable and profound friendship.

When Xu Yuehuai mustered the courage to open his heart to Yunshang and recount his harrowing experience, Yunshang's heart was stirred with ripples of anger and sympathy, a feeling that defied description.

She spoke slowly, her voice soft yet revealing a force not to be underestimated: "I too was once trapped in the shadow of the fake ghost doctor, suffering greatly, but fate smiled upon me, and I finally broke free from that boundless darkness."

Yunshang continued, "The fake ghost doctor's power is like an ancient tree with intertwined roots, complex and difficult to reach its core. However, even the strongest fortress has its weaknesses. I am willing to stand shoulder to shoulder with you to expose his hypocritical mask and let the truth be revealed to the world."

Xu Yuehuai felt an unprecedented joy. She never expected to meet such a like-minded partner in this vast sea of ​​people. That trust and reliance was truly precious.

The two, sharing the same sentiments, decided to embark on a journey together to expose the crimes of the fake doctor, vowing to dispel the darkness and bring light back to Wuling Kingdom.

Using their wisdom and resources, they meticulously planned and wove a net to capture the fake doctor's criminal evidence.

In their quest for the truth, they were fearless and forged ahead.

As night falls, they transform into messengers of the night, moving swiftly between dense forests and bustling cities, skillfully concealing their presence and narrowly escaping death.

Every life-or-death struggle brought their hearts closer together and strengthened their beliefs.

Finally, on a stormy night, fate extended a helping hand to them.

A secret ledger recording all the crimes of the fake doctor quietly fell into their hands like a divinely bestowed treasure.

This ledger, like a dagger piercing the heart of the fake doctor, reveals the shocking secret of how he used poison and conspiracy to manipulate people's hearts and overthrow the regime!

The moment the two opened the account book, it was as if they witnessed the terrifying scene of Wuling Kingdom being swallowed by darkness, and a raging fire of justice ignited in their hearts.