During the search, on this day, Xu Yuehuai stood in the silent night, her eyes as sharp as a hawk's, piercing through the hazy moonlight, staring intently at the receding figure.
The figure from behind was so similar to that of the mysterious man that she was almost certain it was the one she had been tracking.
She took a deep breath, her heart filled with complex emotions. This man, ever since she began tracking him, seemed to have vanished into the depths of this land; no matter how hard she searched, she could not find any trace of him.
Now that she finally has news of him, how could she let this opportunity slip by?
Her steps were light, yet each one revealed determination and resolve. She knew she might be walking into a trap, but she had only one belief in her heart: to track down this man and uncover his mystery.
Xu Yuehuai's pupils contracted, and her heart pounded like thunder in her chest. Although she tried her best to remain calm, she could not hide the panic in her heart.
As she approached that familiar figure, an ominous premonition, like cold fingers, quietly brushed across her back.
Suddenly, men in black emerged from all directions like ghosts in the night. Their appearance was without warning, as if they were shadows rising from the ground.
Their eyes were cold and ruthless, like the surface of a frozen lake, without a ripple. The blades in their hands gleamed coldly in the moonlight, their light sharp and piercing, seemingly capable of penetrating everything.
"You choose the path to heaven but refuse to take it, while barging into the gates of hell when there are none!"
"Since that's the case, then leave your lives behind!"
"kill--!"
Xu Yuehuai instantly realized that she had fallen into a trap. Her mind raced, trying to find a way to escape, but she was already surrounded by men in black.
She took a deep breath, trying to calm herself, and demanded loudly, "Who are you people?"
However, the men in black did not answer; their faces were expressionless, as if frozen in ice. They simply attacked Xu Yuehuai silently, their movements swift and powerful, each strike precise and ruthless, enough to be fatal.
Xu Yuehuai had no choice but to go all out and engage in a fierce battle with them.
Her movements were agile and swift, each dodge like dancing on a knife's edge. She also held a sword in her hand, its blade flashing and clashing with the black-clad man's blade with a crisp metallic sound.
However, the number of men in black was large, and their attacks were as fierce as a storm.
Xu Yuehuai's strength was gradually exhausted, and she was also seriously injured. Her clothes were torn, revealing the wounds on her skin, and blood stained her clothes.
But she did not give up; her eyes shone with determination. She knew she could not simply give in.
Xu Yuehuai's breathing was rapid, each breath accompanied by intense pain. But her eyes were even more determined as she gripped the sword tightly and swung it forcefully.
The sword flashed, clashing repeatedly with the black-clad man's blade, producing a crisp metallic sound. Each collision made her arm ache, but she showed no sign of backing down.
The attacks from the men in black grew increasingly fierce; they seemed tireless, attacking Xu Yuehuai again and again.
But Xu Yuehuai persisted, her heart filled with determination. She knew she couldn't give up like this; she had to fight for survival.
Suddenly, a man in black broke through Xu Yuehuai's defenses and slashed at her with a knife.
A flicker of fear crossed Xu Yuehuai's eyes, but she reacted quickly and blocked the blow with her sword.
However, the force of the blow was so great that it numbed her arm.
Xu Yuehuai took the opportunity to step back a few paces, took a deep breath, and tried to calm herself. She knew she couldn't continue like this; she had to find a way to break free. She looked around, searching for an opportunity to escape.
Just then, she noticed that one of the men in black seemed a bit off. His eyes were somewhat vacant, as if he wasn't entirely under the control of the men in black. Xu Yuehuai had an idea and decided to try to communicate with him.
"Who are you? Why are you attacking me?" Xu Yuehuai shouted.
The man in black seemed to be touched by Xu Yuehuai's words, a hint of confusion flashing in his eyes. He looked at Xu Yuehuai, then at the other men in black, seemingly hesitant.
Seeing this, Xu Yuehuai seized the opportunity to launch an attack. She swung her sword at the man in black, attempting to break through his defenses. However, the man in black reacted swiftly and easily blocked her attack.
“You are very strong.” The man in black suddenly spoke, his voice somewhat hoarse.
"Who are you? I have no grudge against you, why do you want to kill me?" Xu Yuehuai asked again.
"I...I was forced." The man in black hesitated for a moment before finally revealing the truth, "They controlled our families and forced us to work for them."
Xu Yuehuai's heart skipped a beat; she realized that this man in black might be the key to their breakthrough.
In the moonlight, the man in black's face was blurred, but his deep eyes revealed a resolute and wise expression. She decided not to give up this opportunity and continued to communicate with him, trying to persuade him to join her side.
She moved closer to the man in black, her voice soft yet firm: "We can escape together." Her eyes were filled with expectation and sincerity, as if she had seen a glimmer of hope.
The man in black looked at her, a flicker of hesitation in his eyes. His hands trembled slightly, as if he were weighing the pros and cons, considering the feasibility of the proposal. Moonlight shone on his face, illuminating his furrowed brows and tightly pursed lips, revealing his inner struggle and conflict.
Xu Yuehuai wasn't in a hurry to urge him; she knew such a decision required time. She quietly awaited the man in black's response. A gentle breeze blew by, bringing a slight chill, but it couldn't dispel the determination and passion in her heart.
Finally, the man in black took a deep breath, nodded, and agreed. A resolute and determined glint flashed in his eyes, as if he had made a crucial decision. Xu Yuehuai felt a surge of joy; she knew they had taken the most important step.
With the addition of the men in black, their counterattack became even more powerful.
Xu Yuehuai and the man in black worked in close coordination, their attacks flowing smoothly like water, catching the enemy off guard. The man in black was agile, each attack precise and accurate, posing a significant threat to the enemy.
As the battle intensified, Xu Yuehuai and the man in black constantly changed tactics, sometimes fighting side by side and sometimes acting separately.
Their teamwork was seamless, as if they had undergone extensive training. Each attack caught their opponents off guard, and soon a group of men in black were defeated.
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