Forget it, to avoid causing unnecessary panic and misunderstanding, let's not tell them about this for now.
"We don't know either," Xu Yuehuai replied, a hint of hesitation flashing in her eyes.
Qi Guze asked, "How is Pei Xuan doing now?"
The Ghost Doctor looked at Pei Xuan, who was sleeping soundly on the hospital bed, and a trace of worry flashed in his eyes. "His injuries are very serious, but fortunately they did not hit any vital organs."
"I have given him a healing elixir. He should be able to recover after a period of rest."
"I'll stay and help him heal. You all go back and rest."
Xu Yuehuai and Qi Guze gratefully bid farewell to the Ghost Doctor and returned to their rooms.
Hot water had been prepared in the room. After washing away their fatigue, they gathered in Xu Yuehuai's room, sat on chairs, and smiled at each other.
"This is all so incredible," Xu Yuehuai said with emotion. "I never thought we would actually be able to return safely from the secret realm."
Qi Guze poured her a cup of tea. "Yes, all of this is really unbelievable. I never thought there would be a drug that could bewitch our minds, almost causing us to kill each other."
"Perhaps all of this was done by those mysterious people, trying to lure us in and kill us there."
"We were able to get through this thanks to our concerted efforts."
Xu Yuehuai said, "No matter what those mysterious people want, if we work together, we will definitely be able to thwart their conspiracy and survive safely." She said firmly.
Their eyes met, their hearts filled with longing and anticipation for the future.
After experiencing the life-or-death trials in the secret realm, their bond deepened.
They understand that only by trusting and relying on each other can they face the challenges and difficulties of the future together.
They treasured that mysterious gem, making it a cherished possession they guarded together.
After that, the Ghost Doctor continued to treat Pei Xuan, and his health quickly recovered. He also forgot all about the secret realm.
Qi Guze and Xu Yuehuai chose to keep this matter a secret, not telling him what had happened back then, and told him to stay here and never associate with those Dark Night Alliance people again.
Pei Xuan was very grateful to them and was more than willing to stay.
Duan Nian and the others had no idea what had happened to Pei Xuan recently, and they were still getting along well as before.
One day, they went out to handle matters at the Tianxianglou branch, when they were suddenly blocked by a group of men in black.
Xu Yuehuai also saw a man in white robes sitting in the carriage opposite.
"Could the person in front be the true national advisor of the Martial Arts Kingdom?"
She began to speculate, her eyes flashing, and she gripped the dagger tightly in her hand.
Qi Guze stood protectively beside Xu Yuehuai, fighting against those people.
The Imperial Advisor said, "Qi Guze, I advise you to obediently put down your weapon and come over here."
"This is all your destiny!"
"You must return to serve as the Grand Preceptor of Wuling Kingdom!"
Upon hearing the Grand Preceptor's words, Qi Guze gave a cold laugh, "Fate is in one's own hands. I, Qi Guze, would rather die than obey your arrangements!"
He wielded his sword and engaged in fierce combat with the men in black, while Xu Yuehuai also joined the battle, helping Qi Guze fight against the enemy.
The Imperial Advisor looked at them coldly, a hint of disappointment in his eyes. "Since you are so stubborn, don't blame me for being ruthless!"
With a wave of his hand, the men in black launched an even fiercer attack. Xu Yuehuai and Qi Guze fought back with all their might, but they were outnumbered and gradually fell into a disadvantageous position.
A man in black attempted to ambush Xu Yuehuai, but Qi Guze blocked the attack. Xu Yuehuai coughed up blood and collapsed to the ground.
Xu Yuehuai exclaimed and rushed to Qi Guze's side, "How are you?" she asked anxiously.
Qi Guze frowned, enduring the pain, and said, "I'm fine. Go and deal with the other men in black."
Xu Yuehuai knew this was not the time for sentimentality. She stood up, took a deep breath, and continued fighting with her sword.
Under her powerful attacks, one black-clad man after another fell, but the Imperial Advisor remained seated in the carriage, his expression unchanged.
"Qi Guze, you do have some skill after all," the Imperial Advisor said coldly. "But do you think you can defy me like this?"
Suddenly, a silver needle appeared in his hand and shot it towards Xu Yuehuai.
Xu Yuehuai was unable to dodge in time, and the silver needle pierced her shoulder. She felt a sharp pain and her body became weak.
"No!" Qi Guze cried out in anguish, struggling to stand up, but he was already at his last gasp.
The Grand Preceptor approached them step by step. "You cannot escape my grasp," he said with a cold laugh. "Qi Guze, you are destined to become the Grand Preceptor of Wuling Kingdom!"
Just then, a figure flashed by and rescued Xu Yuehuai and Qi Guze.
They were taken to a secluded place, where a mysterious person gave them a pill that restored their inner strength.
"Thank you so much for saving my life, senior," Xu Yuehuai said gratefully. "May I ask your honorable name, senior?"
The mysterious man did not answer her question, but instead said to himself, "Qi Guze, do you know the mystery of your origins?"
Qi Guze was taken aback. "Senior knows about my background?" he asked in surprise.
The mysterious man nodded. “I am an old friend of your mother’s,” he said. “Back then, when she was being hunted down, she entrusted you to me.”
"What!" Qi Guze and Xu Yuehuai were both shocked.
The mysterious man continued, “She was once the national advisor of the Wulin Kingdom.” He recalled, “But for some reason, she was framed and eventually fled to the Great Zhou Kingdom.”
"And you, as their son, possess powerful inner strength and talent," the mysterious man said, looking at Qi Guze. "You are the only one who can unravel all these mysteries."
Qi Guze looked at the mysterious man with mixed feelings. "Then where is my mother now?" he asked.
The mysterious man sighed. “She is no longer alive,” he replied, “but I will help you uncover the truth.”
Qi Guze clenched his fists tightly. "I will definitely find out the truth!" he said firmly.
Xu Yuehuai looked at Qi Guze with support, "Let's find out the truth together."
The mysterious man nodded. "I will teach you some martial arts techniques to help you become stronger," he said. "You must practice diligently for the next period of time."
The two men knelt down and kowtowed, saying gratefully, "Thank you for your guidance, senior!"
"No need to thank me, it's all what I should do."
The mysterious man patted them on the shoulder, signaling them to stand up.
In the time that followed, Xu Yuehuai and Qi Guze immersed themselves in the deep sea of martial arts and mental techniques, following the mysterious master.
Their tireless practice day and night has led to continuous improvement in their skills.
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