Xu Yuehuai and Xia Sen stood on either side of Bei Xuan, offering her unwavering support. Zhou Wan, Tie Xiong, and the others stood behind them, their faces beaming with tenderness.
In the morning light, Lu Mu and Chu Guangbai prepared to embark on their journey to the Eastern Sang Kingdom. Their determination and resolve were as radiant as the rising sun, yet they also filled Xu Yuehuai's heart with reluctance and worry.
Parting scenes are always so touching, especially in this time filled with unknowns and dangers.
Xu Yuehuai stood at the front of the group, her gaze shifting back and forth between Lu Mu and Chu Guangbai, as if searching for words to comfort these two companions who were about to embark on an unknown journey.
Her voice was gentle yet firm: "Be extra careful on the road, and let us know if anything happens."
Lu Mu turned around, his eyes filled with trust and gratitude for Xu Yuehuai. He smiled slightly and said, "Your Highness, rest assured! I will definitely make Tianxianglou bloom all over Dongsang!" His voice was full of confidence and determination, as if he could already see Tianxianglou flourishing throughout Dongsang.
Chu Guangbai also turned around, a mischievous smile on his face.
He waved the letter of recommendation in his hand and said, "I happen to have your letter of recommendation with me. I'll go to Dongsang to find their king. Maybe it can save my life." His tone was light, but Xu Yuehuai knew that it contained his cherishment of life and his expectations for the future.
Xu Yuehuai looked at them, her heart filled with emotion. She knew these two were her friends and partners. Their upcoming journey was full of unknowns and dangers, but she believed they would overcome all difficulties and realize their dreams.
She took a deep breath and tried to make her voice sound calmer: "Good luck to you!" Her words were full of blessings and expectations.
Lu Mu and Chu Guangbai nodded simultaneously, their eyes gleaming. They mounted their horses first and left from the rear of the group, taking a different route from Xu Yuehuai and the others.
Their figures gradually disappeared in the morning light, leaving behind Xu Yuehuai, Xia Sen, and the others with affectionate gazes and reluctant expressions.
Xu Yuehuai gazed into the distance, her heart filled with anticipation. She knew this world was full of unknowns and dangers, but also full of hope and opportunities. She believed that Lu Mu and Chu Guangbai would surely carve out their own niche in the Eastern Sang Kingdom.
Xia Sen and the others also gazed into the distance, their eyes filled with blessings for Lu Mu and Chu Guangbai. They knew that these two, so brave and determined, would surely achieve brilliant success on their future journey.
At this moment, the entire team was immersed in a deep emotion. They felt reluctant to see Lu Mu and Chu Guangbai leave, but at the same time, they were excited and looking forward to their future journey.
"Buzz—!"
With a command given, the procession escorting Bei Xuan back to the Underworld Moon Kingdom began to move slowly forward.
Bei Xuan glanced back at the direction of the capital, then took a deep breath and bravely walked forward.
"Let's go!" Xu Yuehuai stayed by her side the whole time.
Surrounded by a crowd, Bei Xuan embarked on her journey back to the Underworld Moon Kingdom.
She knew she would face many challenges and difficulties, but under the protection of Xu Yuehuai and the others, she was confident in dealing with them all.
The team traveled along the rugged mountain road, sunlight filtering through the clouds and dappling the mountainside.
Bei Xuan's gaze sometimes fell on the distant mountain peaks, and sometimes returned to the carriage. Her heart was filled with emotion and contemplation. As the only legitimate bloodline of the Mingyue Kingdom's royal family, she shouldered the mission of protecting this land and its people.
Xu Yuehuai and Xia Sen stayed by Bei Xuan's side the whole time, their eyes always on her.
At this moment, Xu Yuehuai said softly, "You are the only legitimate bloodline of the Mingyue Kingdom's royal family, and those ministers cannot refute you." Her voice was full of determination and trust.
Xia Sen nodded in agreement, saying, "Yes! You are the only hope of the Dark Moon Kingdom, the guardian of that land."
"Okay, thank you, I understand!"
With their support, Bei Xuan realized the weight of her responsibilities and gradually gained more confidence.
She took a deep breath, looked up at the sky, and her eyes sparkled with anticipation.
“Shuashuashua——!”
However, as they were walking, a series of hurried footsteps broke the tranquility of the mountains.
Bei Xuan immediately turned around alertly, only to see a group of men in black rapidly approaching them. These men had cold eyes and exuded a sharp aura. Bei Xuan's heart tightened; she knew these men were there to assassinate her.
"Watch out!" Xu Yuehua shouted.
She and Xia Sen reacted quickly, drawing their weapons and standing in front of Bei Xuan.
Xu Yuehuai remained calm as she brandished her long sword, blocking the attack from the man in black.
Xia Sen quickly moved to the side and used the terrain to launch a counterattack.
The battle erupted instantly, swords flashing and air currents surging. Although Bei Xuan's martial arts skills weren't particularly formidable, she didn't back down. She stood aside, observing the battle and looking for a suitable opportunity to strike.
Her eyes were firm and resolute; she knew she couldn't be a burden to the team and had to contribute her own strength.
In the midst of the fierce battle, Bei Xuan suddenly spotted an opportunity. A man in black had carelessly revealed a weakness, and Bei Xuan rushed forward without hesitation, throwing her dagger at him with all her might.
"ah--!"
The man in black screamed, his body convulsing in the moonlight as he collapsed, kicking up a cloud of dust.
The precision and power of this attack shocked the previously orderly group of men in black, throwing them into chaos instantly.
"Charge! Annihilate them! Leave no one alive!"
"Kill without mercy!"
"Charge—!"
Seeing this, Xu Yuehuai and Xia Sen, along with their guards, immediately seized the opportunity and launched a swift attack. Their movements were quick and powerful, and each attack struck the man in black with perfect accuracy.
"Whoosh!"
"Bang!"
Under the guards' relentless attacks, the men in black fell to the ground one after another, never to rise again.
After the battle, only Bei Xuan and her guards remained standing in the moonlight. Gazing at the corpses of the men in black scattered on the ground, their hearts were filled with heaviness and sorrow.
These men in black, who were originally obstacles in their path, have now become cold corpses.
Bei Xuan took a deep breath, knowing this was just a small test on her path forward. She looked up at the sky, and the bright moon seemed to be telling her: no matter what difficulties she encountered, she must persevere.
Xu Yuehuai, Xia Sen, and the other guards understood that although they had won the battle, the road ahead held countless unknowns and dangers. They had to remain vigilant and calm at all times to protect Bei Xuan's safety.
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