Soon, he reunited with Xuan Yu and the others. The moment their eyes met, no words were needed; the tacit understanding and trust in their eyes conveyed everything.
Their eyes shone with a firm light, a testament to their unwavering commitment to their mission and their mutual trust.
They quickly exchanged a glance, a glance that contained a thousand words yet was concise and clear, as if they were of one mind, and together they ran towards the direction outside the palace.
Like an arrow released from a bow, its speed was so fast that it was unstoppable.
Their figures gradually disappeared into the moonlight, leaving only the silent palace path.
Silently witnessing their departing figures in the night breeze, it seemed to be telling this unknown palace secret.
In this idyllic farm on the outskirts of Beijing, the night, like a heavy black silk ribbon, gently yet oppressively enveloped the earth.
The air was filled with the fragrance of earth and vegetation, a fresh scent imbued with natural vitality, yet tinged with a hint of unease.
The occasional chirping of insects seemed particularly jarring in the quiet night.
It was like a mysterious signal emanating from the darkness, adding to the tense atmosphere hidden beneath the tranquility.
At this moment, the feelings of everyone here are like the turbulent sea before a storm, churning with endless anxiety and worry.
After overcoming countless hardships and seemingly traversing a dark and thorny jungle, Xuan Ying and his companions finally arrived safely at this seemingly peaceful farm.
Their figures appeared exhausted in the moonlight, their steps slightly heavy, but their eyes still shone with determination and urgency.
Like a warrior searching for light in the darkness, their faith remains unchanged even after enduring hardships.
Upon entering the farm, Xuan Ying and the others eagerly recounted in detail, vividly describing everything they had seen and heard in the palace to Su Jinyun and Pei Yanci.
Su Jinyun stood quietly in place, like a silent and solemn statue, her expression as solemn as the mountains under the night sky.
She listened intently to Xuan Ying's story; every word seemed to carry a heavy weight, like a series of heavy hammer blows striking her heart.
As Xuan Ying narrated, she seemed to see through the darkness and witness firsthand the thrilling and suspenseful scenes unfolding in the perilous palace.
Those images played repeatedly in her mind like a movie, making her feel increasingly heavy-hearted.
After Xuan Ying finally finished speaking, Su Jin Yun slowly stretched out her hand, the movement seemingly carrying a tremendous weight.
She took the token from Xuan Ying's hand. The token gleamed faintly in the cool moonlight, like a quiet and deep pool, exuding a mysterious and ancient aura.
The touch was cool and refreshing, as if carrying the oppressive and icy atmosphere of the palace, slowly spreading from her fingertips to her whole body.
Su Jinyun lowered her eyes and stared at the token, her gaze revealing deep contemplation, as if trying to uncover all the secrets and solutions from this small token.
At this moment, the night was already extremely deep, and the hands of time, like a merciless executioner, coldly approached the hour of Mao (5-7 AM).
The remaining time is like sand slipping away rapidly in an hourglass; every second feels so precious and urgent.
The situation was extremely critical, allowing no time for delay or hesitation; they had to act as quickly as possible.
Otherwise, the situation could spiral out of control and become increasingly chaotic, plunging into an abyss of no return.
Fortunately, news came that the Emperor had awakened and had managed to make contact with the palace.
This was undoubtedly a ray of dawn suddenly appearing in the darkness, bringing a glimmer of hope to everyone.
However, the current situation remains as complex as a tightly woven, impenetrable net, causing great concern.
It seems that if one is not careful, one will be tightly entangled in this large net and unable to break free.
Among them, the most troublesome and heavy burden on everyone's hearts is how many of Ning Chenxing's people are hiding in the palace, which remains a mystery to this day.
Like a venomous snake lurking in the darkness, it is always ready to launch a fatal attack, making it impossible to defend against.
However, Su Jinyun understood that since the Chiwen Si had withstood the test of time and was regarded by emperors of all dynasties as a crucial and closely guarded secret, it was a sign that the Chiwen Si was a powerful and closely guarded secret.
His martial prowess must be extraordinary, far beyond the reach of ordinary people.
Presumably, this is how to deal with these enemies lurking in the shadows, waiting for their chance to strike.
With its powerful and mysterious strength, Chiwen Si should be able to launch a strong counterattack and become the key force to turn the tide.
However, what worried Su Jinyun the most at this moment, and what kept her tossing and turning all night, was who to choose to protect the Emperor.
The emperor now has no one of useful ability by his side, just like an isolated island, helpless and teetering on the brink of collapse in a storm.
The situation is precarious, and every minute and every second is fraught with danger.
In order to take the token out of the palace, Xuan Ying was unable to leave any guards behind.
Whether it is feasible to get Xuan Ying to return via the same route through the secret passage is hard to predict.
Whether Xuan Ying will remember the original path through that secret passage, and whether those men in black will discover it if it reopens, are all unknowns, since there is more than one way through that passage.
Su Jinyun sat quietly at the table, the soft candlelight flickering on her face, reflecting her furrowed brows and worried expression, like a solemn oil painting.
Her fingers unconsciously tapped lightly on the table, making a soft, rhythmic sound, as if playing a melody full of worry and helplessness in the quiet night.
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