Although the cave was somewhat dark and damp, it was very quiet and peaceful. They lit torches to illuminate their surroundings. There was no sign of wild animals; it seemed like a forgotten corner.
They each ate some dry rations and drank some water, which temporarily relieved their hunger and thirst. Qi Guze realized that although they had been walking for a day and a night, they were still far from the valley, and they still had a long way to go.
As night deepened, everyone gradually fell asleep. Suddenly, a mournful wolf howl pierced the night sky.
Everyone awoke instantly with a start. Outside the cave, the moonlight shone brightly, and a pack of wolves surrounded the entrance, staring at them with fierce eyes. The wolves' eyes gleamed coldly in the moonlight, like messengers from hell.
Qi Guze's heart tightened; he knew they had been discovered. He quickly drew his longsword, and the others followed suit.
A fierce battle was about to unfold. The wolves began their attack on the cave. They pounded on the entrance, trying to break in.
However, the entrance to the cave was narrow, preventing the wolves from entering for the time being. The soldiers of Dongsang Kingdom brandished their spears and shields, fighting desperately to repel the wolves' attacks.
Qi Guze, holding a long sword, looked particularly imposing in the torchlight.
He slashed fiercely at the wolf charging at the front, each strike carrying the force of a thunderbolt. His swordsmanship was skillful, his movements agile, as if his innate fighting talent was being perfectly displayed at this moment.
The Ghost Doctor also joined the battle, continuously slaying wolves.
However, the wolf pack was simply too numerous. They had already killed many, but the wolf pack's offensive showed no signs of abating.
For a moment, the group felt overwhelmed. Suddenly, a scream rang out. A soldier from Dongsang was pounced on by a wolf and torn to pieces in an instant. The group felt a chill run down their spines and fought even harder.
They knew that if they relaxed their guard even slightly, they would be the next to die. The battle lasted for a long time, and finally, as dawn broke, the wolf pack gradually retreated.
Exhausted, the group collapsed to the ground, panting heavily. They were covered in blood and mud, but thankfully, no one was injured.
Qi Guze watched the wolf pack disappear into the distance, his heart filled with mixed emotions. Although they were safe for now, many dangers lay ahead. He didn't know how many more ferocious beasts and adversaries they would encounter.
He silently vowed to find the sacred herb as soon as possible, leave this dangerous place, and return to a safe place.
Qi Guze and his group quickly left the gloomy cave and embarked on their journey to find the sacred herb.
The dense forest, with its towering trees blocking out the sun, was filled with a mysterious aura. They moved through the woods, their eyes scanning their surroundings warily, afraid of missing any clue.
At first, they found nothing and were somewhat disappointed. Just then, a soldier suddenly pointed to a patch of grass ahead and exclaimed, "Look, isn't that the sacred herb?"
Everyone looked in the direction he was pointing and saw a small grass growing in the grass that looked very similar to the sacred grass.
Overjoyed, they immediately ran towards the patch of grass. The grass was full of all sorts of exotic flowers and herbs, emitting an alluring fragrance. They carefully parted the grass, preparing to pick the small plant.
Suddenly, a soft hissing sound came, startling everyone. They saw a venomous snake hiding in the grass. It raised its head, flicked its tongue, and stared at them with a fierce look in its eyes.
Qi Guze's heart tightened; he knew that if they weren't careful, this venomous snake could cause them trouble.
Just then, the Ghost Doctor stepped forward. He calmly took out an antidote pill from his pocket and handed it to everyone with a smile.
Qi Guze accepted the antidote pill, feeling a surge of emotion. He knew that with the Ghost Doctor by their side, they would surely be able to turn the tide.
The soldiers, armed with sharp blades, engaged in a thrilling duel with the venomous snake. A snake lunged at one soldier, who skillfully dodged it. Immediately afterward, another soldier leaped up and cleaved the snake in two with a single stroke.
The snake struggled a few times, then finally stopped moving. Everyone breathed a sigh of relief, and Qi Guze gave the soldiers an approving look.
He knew that these soldiers were warriors of the Eastern Sang Kingdom, and they were willing to risk their lives for the benefit of the Eastern Sang King.
Having resolved the snake crisis, they continued their journey. Passing through the forest, they arrived at the foot of a cliff.
The cliffs soared into the clouds, like a gateway to another world. An ancient tree grew at the edge of the cliff, its branches and leaves forming a giant umbrella that sheltered the mountain. Qi Guze stood at the edge of the cliff, gazing into the distance.
He knew that this cliff might be the key to their search for the sacred herb. He turned to look at the group and saw that they were all looking at him expectantly.
He took a deep breath and made a silent vow to climb the cliff and find the sacred herb. Just then, a soldier stepped forward and said, "Let me climb up the cliff and take a look."
Qi Guze nodded. He knew these soldiers were brave warriors, willing to risk their lives for their mission. The soldier began to climb the cliff; his movements were nimble and powerful, and he quickly reached the top.
The others stood below the cliff, cheering him on. Suddenly, a loud creaking sound rang out, and everyone's hearts tightened as the rock the soldier was clinging to began to collapse!
"Watch out!" Qi Guze shouted.
Everyone stepped back, and saw the soldier clinging tightly to the rock, his body dangling precariously in mid-air.
Just then, Qi Guze immediately stepped forward and helped the soldier up.
Immediately afterwards, Qi Guze told the soldier to step back.
Qi Guze and the Ghost Doctor climbed upwards together. Suddenly, they seemed to see a green grass growing on the top of the cliff, emitting a faint light, as if it possessed a magical power.
Qi Guze and the Ghost Doctor looked up, their eyes filled with surprise. They knew the importance of this sacred herb, but climbing this cliff was no easy task.
"I never expected that this sacred herb was right on the cliff," Qi Guze said.
The Ghost Doctor: "Let's hurry up and climb up to pick the sacred herb."
They began their careful ascent, each step feeling incredibly difficult. Just as they were about to reach the summit, a giant eagle suddenly swooped down from the sky.
Its eyes flashed with a fierce light, and its sharp claws reached out towards Qi Guze and the Ghost Doctor. They quickly dodged and engaged in a fierce battle with the giant eagle.
An eagle circled in the air, challenging them with its sharp cry. Qi Guze drew his longsword and engaged the eagle in combat.
The Ghost Doctor, using his wisdom and skill, constantly dodged the eagle's attacks. After a fierce battle, Qi Guze finally struck the eagle in the chest with his sword.
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