"This can't go on." Xu Yuehuai took a deep breath, the blood dripping from the tip of her sword shimmering eerily in the moonlight. "We must find a way to break through."
Qi Guze nodded, then swung his sword sharply, knocking back one of the men in black. He then grabbed Xu Yuehuai's hand and rushed towards the back door of the side hall. The men in black gave chase, but the two had already set a trap. They suddenly turned, swung their swords, and knocked down the leading men. Taking advantage of this opportunity, they quickly escaped the side hall and disappeared into the night.
The two hid in a dense forest, leaning against a thick tree to rest, panting heavily. Xu Yuehuai's face was pale, clearly indicating that the battle had taken a toll on her strength.
"Who sent these people? How dare they attempt an assassination in the side hall?" Xu Yuehuai said through gritted teeth.
Qi Guze shook his head: "I don't know, but their target is obvious, it's us. It seems our previous guess was right, there is indeed a bigger conspiracy behind this incident."
The two looked at each other in silence, their hearts filled with worry and unease. They knew the road ahead would be even more difficult, but they also firmly believed that as long as they worked together, they would be able to overcome all obstacles.
In the days that followed, Xu Yuehuai and Qi Guze began a covert investigation into the truth behind the assassination attempt. They discovered that the incident was not isolated but closely linked to the political situation of the entire Mingyue Kingdom. A larger conspiracy was brewing in the shadows, and they were undoubtedly key figures in this conspiracy.
To uncover the truth, Xu Yuehuai and Qi Guze began searching far and wide for clues and witnesses. They faced numerous dangers and narrowly escaped death, but never gave up. Finally, by chance, they discovered a crucial clue—a secret letter pointing to the mastermind behind it all.
This secret letter was extremely well hidden, concealed within the pages of an ancient book. Had Xu Yuehuai not carefully examined it, it would likely have been difficult to discover. The writing on the letter was somewhat blurred, but the contents were still faintly discernible. It turned out that this was all a meticulously planned conspiracy by a powerful minister vying for the throne. He had used poison to control important figures in the Northern Xuan Kingdom, attempting to seize control of the entire Mingyue Kingdom. Xu Yuehuai and Qi Guze, due to their close ties with the Northern Xuan Kingdom, became thorns in his side.
Upon learning the truth, Xu Yuehuai and Qi Guzhe were furious. They decided to join forces to bring this powerful minister to justice and seek justice for the Northern Xuan Kingdom.
However, the powerful minister's influence extended throughout the entire Mingyue Kingdom, and his henchmen were everywhere, making their operations extremely difficult. During an infiltration of the minister's residence, Xu Yuehuai and Qi Guze were nearly discovered. Thanks to their exceptional intelligence and skills, they managed to escape danger at the last minute. This experience made them realize even more deeply that to eliminate this powerful minister, they must be extremely cautious and leave no room for error.
After several days of careful planning and preparation, they finally found a breakthrough.
On a dark and stormy night, Xu Yuehuai and Qi Guze led their loyal followers in a surprise attack on the powerful minister's residence.
A fierce battle erupted instantly, flames soaring into the sky, and shouts of battle deafening. Xu Yuehuai, wielding a longsword, moved with agility, each swing accurately striking his opponent's vitals; Qi Guze, skilled in concealed weapons, threw darts that flashed through the air like lightning, precisely hitting his enemies' vitals. After a fierce battle, they finally captured the powerful minister.
When the powerful minister was brought before the Empress, the entire Mingyue Kingdom was shaken. The Empress was moved to tears and expressed her heartfelt gratitude to Xu Yuehuai and Qi Guze.
However, just when they thought they had dispelled all doubts, they unexpectedly unveiled an even thicker layer of mystery—beneath the shadow of that powerful minister lay a mysterious organization called "Nightmare." This organization, like a ferocious beast lurking in the darkness, silently devoured the lifeblood of the Dark Moon Kingdom. Xu Yuehuai and Qi Guze knew that only by delving into the heart of this darkness could they uncover the truth.
And so they embarked on this perilous and unknown journey of investigation. They traversed the streets and alleys of the Underworld, searching for any clues related to "Nightfall." Their figures appeared and disappeared in the moonlight, becoming a unique sight in the darkness.
By chance, they discovered a hidden outpost. Located deep in a desolate forest, the outpost was surrounded by deadly traps and hidden sentries. However, this did not deter them. Relying on their keen intuition and exceptional skills, Xu Yuehuai and Qi Guze carefully traversed this dangerous area and finally arrived at the entrance to the outpost.
They infiltrated the stronghold, and what they saw shocked them. A vast underground palace stood before them, brightly lit, like an eternal beacon. The walls were covered with strange patterns and inscriptions, seemingly telling a secret unknown to anyone.
They walked along a dark passage, gradually hearing faint sounds coming from ahead. They cautiously approached the source of the sounds and saw a dim light flickering in a secret chamber. Holding their breath, they quietly drew near.
Through the crack in the door, they glimpsed the scene inside the secret room. Several figures moved about, seemingly engaged in a secret conversation. One of them was the powerful minister, a cunning smile on his face, as if he were plotting some conspiracy.
Xu Yuehuai and Qi Guze felt a chill run down their spines. They realized that this was the core of "Nightfall." They decided to take this opportunity to delve deeper and uncover more secrets.
They quietly pushed open the door to the secret chamber and cautiously entered. Inside, various strange objects were displayed, resembling a mysterious treasure trove. The conversation between the powerful minister and the leader of "Midnight" grew increasingly clear.
They overheard a shocking secret—"Mingye" was attempting to use poison to control the entire royal family and high-ranking officials of the Mingyue Kingdom, thereby seizing control of the entire country. This news was like a bombshell, sending shockwaves through their minds.
Xu Yuehuai and Qi Guze exchanged a glance, a determined glint in their eyes. They knew they had to act immediately to stop this terrible plot.
However, just as they were about to leave the secret room, they accidentally triggered a mechanism. Instantly, alarms blared throughout the room, and the hidden door slammed shut. They were trapped in this airtight space, as if they had become prey for "Nightmare."
Faced with this sudden turn of events, Xu Yuehuai and Qi Guze remained calm. They quickly composed themselves and began searching for a way to escape. Using their wisdom and courage, they successfully deciphered the mechanisms and escaped the secret chamber.
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