The Ghost Doctor, who fights alongside her, uses poisoned needles and poisonous smoke as weapons. His methods are bizarre and ruthless; every needle and every wisp of smoke carries a deadly poison.

He always wore a cold smile, as if mocking those enemies who dared to challenge them.

Despite facing countless assassins, they remained calm and rational throughout.

They knew that only by eliminating the enemies one by one could they ensure the safety of their target—Qi Guze.

How could they not do everything in their power to protect Qi Guze's safety?

The assassins seemed to have sensed their determination and courage, and began to become even more frenzied and cunning. They no longer attacked blindly, but instead began to look for weaknesses, attempting to break through their defenses in one fell swoop.

However, no matter how the assassins attacked or changed their tactics, Xu Yuehuai and the Ghost Doctor were able to deal with them one by one.

Their teamwork seemed to have been honed through countless trials, achieving perfection in both offense and defense.

Gradually, the number of assassins began to decrease. Each attack seemed to be a test of their defenses.

Each victory strengthened their belief that they could protect Qi Guze's safety.

Xu Yuehuai's eyes never left the assassins, and his sword was always ready to strike.

Those assassins who dared to challenge her would all turn into a bloody mist under her sword.

The Ghost Doctor, on the other hand, is more like a ghost. His poisoned needles and smoke always appear unexpectedly, making them impossible to guard against. His smile carries cruelty and mockery, as if telling those assassins that death is their only destination.

Finally, the battle ended after Xu Yuehuai pierced the heart of the last assassin with a single sword strike.

All the assassins were wiped out. Their clothes were still soaked, a mixture of sweat and blood.

Their eyes remained resolute, and their weapons were still firmly gripped in their hands.

Xu Yuehuai turned to look at Qi Guze's carriage, her eyes filled with exhaustion but even more so with relief.

They won; they successfully protected Qi Guze's safety. This victory belonged to them. And those assassins, now reduced to blood, were the witnesses to their triumph.

Qi Guze's guards collapsed to the ground, panting heavily.

Xu Yuehuai also felt a wave of fatigue wash over her, but her eyes remained resolute. She knew that although the battle was over, the road ahead was still long.

She walked to Qi Guze's carriage, and looking at the severely injured and unconscious Qi Guze, a sense of worry welled up in her heart. She knew the road ahead would be difficult. However, as long as she was there, she would do everything in her power to protect Qi Guze's safety.

Although her face was covered in sweat and dust, it couldn't hide her resolute expression. She took a deep breath, trying to calm her inner tension.

She knew they were still in danger and couldn't afford to be careless.

"Who sent these assassins?" Xu Yuehuai suddenly asked, her gaze falling on Qi Guze's bodyguard, Yan Qing.

Yan Qing remained silent for a moment, a hint of worry flashing in his eyes. "I don't know, but what I'm sure of is that our whereabouts have been exposed."

Xu Yuehua nodded; she understood Yan Qing's meaning. They had encountered too many difficulties and dangers along the way, but this assassin was clearly well-prepared and not to be underestimated.

She couldn't help but wonder, who exactly wanted them dead?

And why do you do that?

Qi Guze's guards surrounded their master, vigilantly observing the surrounding movements.

Their faces were filled with determination and courage, as if they would rush forward and fight the enemy to the end without hesitation at their master's command.

The Ghost Doctor silently observed everyone from the side, his face expressionless.

But Xu Yuehuai knew that the Ghost Doctor was not truly cold-hearted; he was simply good at hiding his emotions.

As the team's doctor, he was always able to heal the wounded in the shortest amount of time, ensuring their fighting capacity.

As night deepened, Xu Yuehuai knew they couldn't linger. She stood up, her gaze resolute as she looked at the group. "We must move on; we can't let these assassins disrupt our plans."

Yan Qing nodded. "You're right, we can't just sit here and wait to die." He turned to the guards and said, "Prepare to depart!"

After packing their belongings, the group embarked on their journey once more. Xu Yuehuai gripped her sword tightly, her gaze resolute and sharp.

Under the cover of night, the carriage caravan continued its journey. Xu Yuehuai and his guards vigilantly watched their surroundings, fearing another assassination attempt.

They knew this fierce battle was just a small episode in their journey, and there were bound to be more dangers ahead. Every second they spent was a matter of life and death, and they had to remain vigilant at all times.

Xu Yuehuai, along with the Ghost Doctor and his guards, finally arrived in Dongsang Kingdom and immediately entered the city.

The Ghost Doctor led them on a non-stop journey to the valley where the medicine pool was located. The guards carried a sedan chair, inside which sat the unconscious Qi Guze.

Xu Yuehuai walked beside the sedan chair, keeping a close eye on Qi Guze to prevent him from doing anything unusual.

"Ghost Doctor, are you sure this valley is safe?" Xu Yuehuai asked.

“Yes, I’ve been to this valley many times, and I’ve marked the dangerous spots.” The Ghost Doctor nodded and said, “However, we still need to be careful, as there are still some uncertainties here.”

The group soon arrived at the valley. The valley was filled with green vegetation and strangely shaped rocks. They followed the path deeper into the valley, encountering no danger along the way.

However, as they walked deeper into the valley, a sudden cloud of poisonous miasma rose from the ground.

Xu Yuehuai and the Ghost Doctor immediately realized what was happening and took out antidotes, stuffing them into their mouths.

However, some guards didn't have time to react; they immediately collapsed to the ground, unconscious.

"Quickly, move them to the side!" Xu Yuehuai shouted.

Several quick-thinking guards immediately carried their poisoned companions aside, and the Ghost Doctor took out silver needles from his bundle and began to give them acupuncture.

After a long while, these people slowly woke up.

"What's going on?" someone asked.

“This is poisonous miasma; you were just injured by it,” Xu Yuehuai said. “Fortunately, we prepared an antidote in advance.”

“This is terrifying,” another person exclaimed. “It’s really too dangerous here.”

"Alright, everyone, don't panic," the Ghost Doctor said. "We now know there's danger here, so we'll be more careful from now on."

The group continued onward and soon arrived at the location of the medicinal pool. The place was very secluded, accessible only by a narrow path.