In the dimly lit depths of the dungeon, Xu Yuehuai's voice was firm and clear: "I said I would stay by your side for a year, and I wasn't joking. You mustn't die."
She quickly drew silver needles from her waist, gripped them tightly in her hands, and prepared to deal with any unexpected situation.
Bei Ye's soft sword appeared even colder under the moonlight, and his swordplay became even more ferocious as he clashed with Lu Li's fists.
In Lu Li's eyes, madness and confusion intertwined. He had completely lost himself, only knowing that the two people in front of him were obstacles blocking his way.
Although Bei Ye's swordsmanship was superb, he gradually found himself struggling under Lu Li's relentless attacks. Lu Li constantly dodged the tip of his sword.
Every clash between the two seemed to stir up a whirlwind in the dungeon, causing the surrounding air to tremble.
Xu Yuehuai stood to the side, her eyes filled with sorrow. She had always regarded Lu Li as her family, but he now seemed so unfamiliar.
She knew in her heart that she couldn't just give up on him like this. She had to awaken the memories deep within his heart and make him become the Lu Li who was loyal to her again.
Taking advantage of the lull in Bei Ye's fight with Lu Li, Xu Yuehuai quickly approached Lu Li.
She shouted, "Lu Li! Look closely, it's me!"
Her voice echoed in the empty dungeon, as if traversing time and space, reaching the depths of Lu Li's heart.
Lu Li paused slightly upon hearing Xu Yuehuai's voice. He looked up at Xu Yuehuai with a blank expression; those eyes, once full of wisdom and courage, now seemed so empty.
A glimmer of clarity flashed in his eyes, but it was quickly overshadowed by madness. He abruptly turned his head and continued his attack on Xu Yuehuai and Bei Ye.
"die!"
I'm going to kill you all!
Upon hearing this, Xu Yuehuai felt a surge of anxiety. She knew things couldn't continue like this; she had to find a way to bring Lu Li back to his senses.
Remembering that he had just shown a slight reaction, she continued, "Do you remember the days we fought side by side? Do you remember what you once said to me? You said you would protect me, safeguard me, and never let me get hurt! Have you forgotten?"
Xu Yuehuai's words struck Lu Li's heart like a heavy hammer. He stopped his attack, his body trembling slightly.
His eyes were filled with confusion and pain as he struggled to recall the past. His breathing became rapid, and his chest heaved violently, as if he were waging a life-or-death battle with the demons within.
Seeing this, Bei Ye also temporarily stopped his attack, anxiously watching the two's movements. He knew that Xu Yuehuai's words held extraordinary significance for Lu Li, as they were crucial to Lu Li's recovery.
"Lu Li! Look closely! It's me! Xu Yuehuai! I've come to save you! Put down your weapon! Come with me! Okay?" Xu Yuehuai's voice was full of expectation.
Upon hearing Xu Yuehuai's words, the confusion and pain in Lu Li's eyes gradually faded. Looking at Xu Yuehuai's familiar face, he finally recognized her, knelt before her, and cried out, "Your Highness, I...I..."
Xu Yuehuai hugged Lu Li tightly, tears welling up in her eyes. She knew she had succeeded; she had successfully awakened the memories deep within Lu Li's heart.
She gently stroked Lu Li's head and said softly, "It's alright, it's alright, it's all over now, you're safe."
Seeing this, Bei Ye breathed a sigh of relief. He sheathed his soft sword and walked to Xu Yuehuai's side, saying, "Sister, you are really amazing!"
Xu Yuehuai's gaze was sharp, piercing through the endless darkness and scanning the cold, hard stone walls around him.
She sighed softly, as if to release all the burdens that had been weighing on her heart.
Then, she said in a calm tone, "Actually, I haven't done anything earth-shattering. The most urgent thing is for us to leave here as soon as possible; we shouldn't stay here any longer."
Bei Ye stood quietly to the side. After hearing Xu Yuehuai's words, he nodded and quickly walked towards Lu Li, whose face was pale. He gently comforted him, "Brother Lu, we have to go."
Although Lu Li was weak, he still managed to nod, indicating that he still had some strength left.
The three moved swiftly, their figures flashing through the dimly lit corridor, their footsteps echoing in the empty dungeon, as if telling a secret unknown to others.
They walked hurriedly, each step filled with a sense of urgency, as if they were escaping a nightmarish memory.
However, at that moment, a sound suddenly rang out outside the dungeon, followed by the crackling sound of torches flickering.
The firelight illuminated the three men's tense faces, and they turned around almost simultaneously, alert. A group of soldiers carrying torches rushed in and surrounded them.
The leader was a burly general who held a long spear and pointed it at the three men, shouting, "You audacious madmen! How dare you break into the royal dungeon at night! Surrender now!"
Xu Yuehuai and Bei Ye were well aware of the dire situation, but as seasoned veterans, they were not about to give in easily.
Bei Ye's soft sword was instantly drawn from its sheath, its light flowing like water.
Xu Yuehuai had already drawn her dagger, intending to fight her way out.
“We have no ill intentions; we are just here to save innocent people,” Xu Yuehuai tried to explain.
But the general clearly didn't care, and with a wave of his spear, he shouted, "Take them down!"
The soldiers moved at the order, and soon the flickering of torches and the clanging of weapons echoed throughout the dungeon.
Bei Ye and Xu Yuehuai were highly skilled. With their exceptional martial arts and excellent teamwork, they barely managed to withstand the soldiers' attack.
However, facing so many soldiers, they inevitably couldn't gain any advantage.
They leaped up to dodge attacks and swung their swords to counterattack, leaving them no time to pause, otherwise they would likely be seriously injured.
At this moment, Lu Li suddenly collapsed to the ground. He had exhausted his strength from the previous battle and could no longer hold on.
Seeing this, Xu Yuehuai and Bei Ye felt a pang of anxiety, but they knew they couldn't afford to be distracted at this moment and could only grit their teeth and persevere.
"Brother Lu, hold on!" Bei Ye shouted loudly, while wielding his soft sword to repel the attacking soldiers.
Xu Yuehuai also quickly moved to Lu Li's side and used her dagger to block several fatal attacks for him.
The atmosphere in the dungeon grew increasingly oppressive, and the struggle between the two sides intensified.
After a fierce battle that lasted for half an incense stick's time, Xu Yuehuai and Bei Ye finally found an opportunity to break through the encirclement and defeated the soldiers who were besieging them one by one.
With resolute and determined expressions, they quickly helped the injured Lu Li to his feet.
"Hurry up, get out of this hellhole immediately." Bei Ye's eyes were fixed on the dungeon exit, as if it were their only hope.
However, they hadn't gone far when a burly figure quickly got up from the ground and blocked their path.
The general held a long spear, exuding an imposing aura, his face filled with disdain and mockery.
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