Xu Yuehuai shook her head solemnly: "This medicine is wrong. Go and arrest the eunuch who delivered it." Her voice was firm and unwavering.
The palace maids sprang into action immediately; some went to inform the guards, while others chased after the eunuch who had already left. However, when they arrived at the palace gate, they found that the eunuch had vanished without a trace.
Upon learning this news, Qi Hanlin immediately dispatched men to search the entire harem, determined to find the person who dared to harm Xu Yuehuai.
At this tense moment, Xiaolian rushed to Xu Yuehuai's side, her face full of worry and concern: "Your Highness, are you alright?" She helped Xu Yuehuai sit on the soft couch and gently wiped the sweat from her forehead.
Xu Yuehuai grasped Xiaolian's hand, a hint of gratitude flashing in her eyes: "I'm fine."
Xiao Lian gently poured Xu Yuehuai a cup of hot tea and softly comforted her, "Your Highness, don't worry, His Majesty will definitely find out the truth." Her voice revealed her trust in Qi Hanlin and her deep concern for Xu Yuehuai.
Xu Yuehua nodded; she knew Xiaolian was right. In this perilous moment, she had to remain calm and resolute. She believed in Qi Hanlin's abilities and that justice would ultimately prevail over evil.
As time went by, the search of the inner palace continued. Qi Hanlin personally oversaw the operation, and the guards he dispatched meticulously searched every corner, leaving no stone unturned.
Xu Yuehuai waited quietly for news in her palace.
Finally, as night fell, Qi Hanlin sent someone to report the results of the search. They hadn't found the eunuch who delivered the medicine, but they had discovered some suspicious traces in a secluded corner of the inner palace. These traces seemed to be related to the eunuch, and they were investigating further.
Xu Yuehuai didn't show much surprise upon hearing the news. She seemed to have anticipated this outcome, but she didn't give up hope. She believed that with Qi Hanlin's efforts, the truth would surely come to light.
As night fell, the lights in the palace gradually went out. Xu Yuehuai lay on the soft couch, closing her eyes and quietly contemplating everything. She knew her situation was not safe, but she also knew she couldn't back down. She had to face everything bravely, for herself and the child in her womb, and to wait patiently for Qi Guze and Li Ziang's return.
During this long night, Xu Yuehuai's heart was filled with courage and faith. She believed that everything would be alright in the near future.
Xu Yuehuai lay on the soft couch, her heart filled with complex emotions. She was furious about the palace intrigue, yet also worried about the safety of Qi Guze and the children. However, she also knew she couldn't collapse like this; she had to face everything bravely for the sake of the child in her womb and the future of the Qi family.
"Da da da!"
Just then, a series of hurried footsteps broke the silence of the night. Xu Yuehuai frowned slightly, a sense of foreboding rising in her heart.
The door was suddenly pushed open, and Qi Hanlin rushed in, his face filled with anxiety and worry: "Aunt, something terrible has happened! I just received news that something has happened at Wutong Mountain!"
Xu Yuehuai's heart sank. She gripped Qi Hanlin's hand tightly and asked anxiously, "What happened? Where are Aze and the children?"
Qi Hanlin took a deep breath, trying to calm himself down: "According to reports, a large number of ferocious beasts have appeared at Wutong Mountain, and Yan Qing and the others are dealing with them with all their might. However, there is still no news of the Imperial Uncle, although Yan Qing and the others have already reunited with the children!"
Xu Yuehuai's face turned pale instantly, and she felt dizzy. She closed her eyes tightly, trying to stay calm. She knew she couldn't panic now; she had to do something for the Qi family and the children.
She opened her eyes, looked at Qi Hanlin, and said firmly, "I'm going to Wutong Mountain!"
Qi Hanlin was taken aback. Looking into Xu Yuehuai's resolute eyes, he knew her decision was unchangeable. He gently took her hand and said softly, "Okay, I'll go with you."
Xu Yuehuai smiled slightly, her eyes shining with determination: "Let's go together and bring Aze and the children back!"
As night fell, Qi Hanlin and Xu Yuehuai led their elite guards, hurrying towards Wutong Mountain. Their hearts were heavy with worry, yet their steps were exceptionally firm.
Deep within the dense forests of Wutong Mountain, Yan Qing led his search party in a fierce battle against ferocious beasts. Despite their incredible bravery, the beasts outnumbered them, and the situation gradually turned against them.
"Da da da! Da da da!"
Just at this critical moment, the sound of rapid hoofbeats came from afar. Yan Qing looked up and saw Qi Hanlin and Xu Yuehuai leading their guards at full speed.
"It's His Majesty and the Princess!"
"We're saved!"
"Everyone, keep your spirits up and keep fighting!"
The arrival of Xu Yuehuai and his group injected new vitality into the team. Qi Hanlin and his guards quickly joined the battle, and their addition greatly enhanced the team's combat effectiveness.
Xu Yuehuai sat on his tall warhorse, his belly protruding, wielding his command sword and guiding the guards to launch an attack.
"You guys surround that area and don't let those beasts break through the defenses!"
"The rest of you, go east!"
"We must all work together to survive!"
The guards' previously weary faces seemed to be infused with new vitality upon hearing Xu Yuehuai's firm and powerful voice.
They stood tall, gripped their weapons tightly, and their eyes were filled with determination and conviction.
Xu Yuehuai's appearance was like a ray of light, illuminating their path forward and giving them back their courage and strength.
Qi Zi'ang excitedly called out to Xu Yuehuai, "Mother, why are you here?" His voice was full of surprise and excitement.
Xu Yuehuai walked towards him with a smile, her eyes filled with concern and pride: "Of course your mother is worried about you! Let your mother see what new skills you've learned recently?"
"Okay!"
Qi Zi'ang smiled smugly, then turned around and, together with Tie Chunsheng beside him, charged towards the beast with their weapons in hand.
"Let's see who's better!"
"Of course it's me!" Tie Chunsheng said without holding back.
Their movements were agile and swift, like two tigers descending from the mountain, full of power and domineering presence. Their weapons drew streaks of cold light in the air, each swing accompanied by the screams of beasts and their fall to the ground.
"Swish, swish, swish!"
"Awoo~ Awoo~"
The battle was exceptionally fierce, with the roars of beasts and the shouts of guards intertwining to create a magnificent battle scene.
The guards' faces were filled with determination and courage. Undeterred by the ferocity of the beasts, they charged forward, displaying an admirable spirit of bravery.
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