After listening to Xu Yuehuai's description, the Ghost Doctor frowned, seemingly deep in thought. He turned and went back into the house, lit an oil lamp, and rummaged through a pile of messy herbs.
Xu Yuehuai stood outside the door, waiting anxiously. She would sometimes gaze at the bright moon in the night sky, and sometimes lower her head in deep thought. Her heart was filled with anticipation and unease; she knew she was only one step away from the truth.
After a while, the Ghost Doctor came out of the house with a small bottle in his hand. He handed it to Xu Yuehuai and said, "These are the ingredients I extracted from that medicinal diet. I couldn't identify them, so I kept half. Take this half and take a look. Maybe you can find clues from other places."
Xu Yuehuai took the bottle, her heart filled with excitement. She thanked the Ghost Doctor and turned to leave. Just then, a familiar voice came from behind her: "Yuehuai, what brings you here?"
Xu Yuehuai turned around and saw Qi Guze standing not far away, walking towards her.
His face showed a mixture of surprise and concern, and his eyes shone with a gentle light.
Xu Yuehuai was slightly taken aback, then smiled and said, "I've come to see the Ghost Doctor about something." As she spoke, she hid the bottle in her hand behind her back.
Qi Guze walked to Xu Yuehuai's side, took her hand, and said, "It's so late, it's not safe for you to be out alone. You can tell me next time if you need anything, and I'll help you."
A warm feeling welled up in Xu Yuehuai's heart. She nodded slightly, her eyes sparkling with gratitude.
Seeing this, Qi Guze gently embraced her, as if he wanted to integrate her into his world. The two figures looked exceptionally harmonious under the moonlight.
The Ghost Doctor stood to the side, witnessing this heartwarming scene, a smile playing on his lips. He knew he was superfluous at this moment, so he turned and left, leaving the two of them in a peaceful space.
Qi Guze embraced Xu Yuehuai and slowly walked towards his house. Their steps were light yet firm, as if each step carried their emotions. Xu Yuehuai nestled in Qi Guze's arms, feeling that familiar warmth and sense of security.
Entering the room, Qi Guze gently closed the door and turned to face Xu Yuehuai. His eyes revealed a hint of concern as he asked, "How has the situation been in the palace lately? Is there anything I can help you with?"
Xu Yuehuai smiled slightly and shook her head, saying, "Everything is stable now, so don't worry. I will handle everything."
Qi Guze nodded, but the worry in his eyes hadn't completely disappeared. He held Xu Yuehuai's hand and said affectionately, "That's good. But no matter what, you must be very careful. The struggles in the palace will never stop, so you must always be vigilant."
Xu Yuehuai felt Qi Guze's care and was deeply moved. She gently leaned on his shoulder, enjoying this rare moment of peace.
However, beautiful times are always fleeting. Xu Yuehuai knew she couldn't stay any longer; she had to return to the palace to continue fulfilling her duties. So, she gently broke free from Qi Guze's embrace, preparing to say goodbye.
"Um... Aze..."
Just then, Qi Guze suddenly lowered his head and kissed her. The kiss was tender and affectionate, as if he wanted to pour all his emotions into it. Xu Yuehuai closed her eyes, letting herself be immersed in this love.
“Aze…”
After a long while, Qi Guze finally released her. His eyes shone with a burning light, as if he wanted to deeply imprint Xu Yuehuai in his heart.
"I should go," Xu Yuehuai said softly, her voice tinged with reluctance.
Qi Guze nodded, but the reluctance in his eyes was hard to hide. He held Xu Yuehuai's hand tightly and instructed, "Be careful on your way back to the palace."
"Okay, you should get some rest!"
Xu Yuehua nodded in agreement, then turned and left the house. Her figure gradually disappeared into the night, finally vanishing from sight.
Qi Guze stood at the doorway, gazing in the direction Xu Yuehuai had left, his heart filled with endless longing and concern. He knew their love was fraught with hardship and challenges, but they would walk hand in hand, facing the storms of the future together.
Xu Yuehuai silently returned to the palace, her heart filled with longing and concern for Qi Guze. She knew she had to bravely face all the hardships of Dongsang Kingdom and strive for her and Qi Guze's future!
"Help!"
"Something terrible has happened!"
"Help! Help!"
Suddenly, Xu Yuehuai heard cries for help coming from outside the palace. Startled, she rushed out of the palace to check the situation.
“Shuashuashua——!”
Bai Yu, wielding a long sword, slashed wildly in the courtyard, causing the palace maids and eunuchs to flee in all directions, their terrified screams echoing throughout the courtyard.
"Your Majesty, please don't kill me! I have always been diligent and conscientious!"
"What wrong have I done, Your Majesty? Please punish me as you see fit, but please don't take my life!"
"Your Majesty!"
Xu Yuehuai glanced at Bai Yu and saw that his eyes were as black as ink, as if he had lost his mind. Although his movements were swift, they were chaotic and disordered, and he had obviously fallen into a state of madness.
"Lady Shen! Please come quickly to help!"
"Help! Lady Shen, please save me!" A palace maid fell to the ground, crying out in terror.
"Your Majesty, Your Majesty suddenly became like this, and has already killed many people!"
"I don't want to die!" Another eunuch huddled in a corner, trembling.
Seeing this, Xu Yuehuai's heart sank. She knew that she had to subdue Bai Yu as soon as possible, or the consequences would be unimaginable. She took a deep breath, drew the dagger from her waist, and cautiously approached Bai Yu.
Bai Yu seemed unaware of Xu Yuehuai's approach, continuing to wield his long sword and attack the surrounding palace maids and eunuchs.
Taking advantage of his momentary lapse in attention, Xu Yuehuai lunged forward and plunged the dagger in her hand into Bai Yu's back with deadly precision.
"Well!"
Bai Yu let out a muffled groan, his body stiffened abruptly, and then he slowly collapsed.
Xu Yuehuai quickly stepped forward to support him, preventing him from falling to the ground.
At this moment, Bai Yu's bodyguards also arrived after hearing the news. When he saw Bai Yu lying on the ground and Xu Yuehuai standing to the side, a hint of surprise flashed in his eyes.
"Lady Shen, what's going on?" The guard stepped forward and asked in a deep voice.
Xu Yuehuai shook her head and said, "I don't know either. When I came out, I saw that His Majesty was already like this."
The guard glared at Xu Yuehuai, then helped Bai Yu up and turned to leave the courtyard.
As Xu Yuehuai watched their retreating figures, a strange unease welled up in her heart.
She knew that Bai Yu's illness was serious, and that his bodyguards seemed to have become suspicious of her as well. Xu Yuehuai took a deep breath and decided to put those aside for now; the most urgent task was to treat those injured by Bai Yu.
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