The two hurried to the gate of the mansion, where the guards drew their swords instantly, blocking their way.
"Stop!" came a cold shout, as sharp as ice.
Xu Yuehuai did not back down. She calmly took out the token from her bosom and held it high. The token gleamed with a cold, eerie light under the moonlight, causing the guards to look at each other in dismay. In the end, they had no choice but to let her pass.
However, as soon as they stepped into the alley in the night, hurried footsteps approached from afar, clearly indicating that the guards had received new instructions and were in hot pursuit.
"The master just sent a secret order: those two women secretly escaped. We must capture them immediately, or the master will punish us severely." The guards' conversation sounded particularly jarring in the night.
Xu Yuehuai and Yunshang quickly hid in a secluded corner deep in the alley.
Yunshang asked anxiously, "What's going on? Why are they still trying to capture us after we escaped?"
Xu Yuehuai explained, "Just now, the real Ghost Doctor Huo Wu regained some consciousness. He gave me a token and an antidote, and told me to escape quickly. We can't let his kindness go to waste. After we escape, we'll find a way to come back and save him."
As she spoke, she took out the antidote from her bosom and handed it to Yunshang.
Yunshang took the antidote and swallowed it without hesitation. Instantly, a warm current rose from her dantian and spread throughout her body, relieving the previous poisoning. She felt an unprecedented sense of ease and comfort, as if she had been given a new body.
Xu Yuehuai had already taken the antidote and was no longer under the control of the poison.
"Where do we go now?" Yunshang asked.
"Find a way to get back to the palace."
Xu Yuehuai knew that only by returning to the palace could they temporarily escape this endless pursuit.
The night was as dark as ink as Xu Yuehuai and Yunshang weaved through the narrow and winding streets. The moonlight was thin, barely enough to outline their tense and focused figures.
Each step they took was accompanied by a sense of unease about unknown dangers, but miraculously, the path to the palace seemed to be smoothed out by an invisible force, making their movements exceptionally easy.
When the majestic city walls finally came into view, the two women stopped in their tracks. They exhaled softly, as if releasing long-suppressed emotions, and then stepped towards the gate, entering the palace together.
Inside the side hall, Xu Yuehuai's gentle gaze fell on Yunshang. "Yunshang, although we have temporarily escaped danger, danger is still around us."
Yunshang clenched her fists, filled with righteous indignation, and said, "I know. But no matter how dangerous it is, I will fight this battle with you."
"My dear sister, thank you for your support!" Xu Yuehuai hugged Yunshang.
As night deepened, the Prince of Wuling suddenly arrived. He entered the palace and went straight to Xu Yuehuai.
Afterwards, Xu Yuehuai followed the Prince of Wuling out, and the two sat down in a pavilion by the river, surrounded only by the sound of flowing water and the occasional cry of night birds in the distance.
Prince Wuling took a sip of tea and looked intently at Xu Yuehuai: "I haven't explicitly stated your identity, but I already know it. You are not only a brilliant strategist, but also the legendary..." His words carried a hint of respect and curiosity.
Xu Yuehuai smiled slightly, showing great appreciation for the insight of the Prince of Wuling. "The Prince of Wuling is exceptionally wise. Since my identity is no longer a secret, let's get straight to the point. Your visit so late at night must mean you have something important to discuss."
The King of Wuling said solemnly, “The existence of that mysterious organization among the four kingdoms has always been a hidden worry in the hearts of the monarchs of each kingdom. I have come to you today hoping that you can lend me a hand. I need the advanced weapons in the hands of that organization, as well as well-trained instructors, to enhance the combat effectiveness of our army and jointly resist the increasingly rampant invasion of the foreign races.”
“I deeply admire the foresight of the Prince of Wuling. I will naturally do my best to fulfill your request. But before that, I would like to confirm one thing: which forces are you referring to as ‘foreigners’? Our goals must be aligned to ensure the success of our operation,” Xu Yuehuai probed.
The King of Wuling slowly explained: "The foreign people I am referring to are those forces that are not satisfied with the status quo and attempt to conquer the four kingdoms by force, thus disrupting peace. They come from a distant place, possess powerful military strength and unknown technology, and pose an unprecedented threat to the four kingdoms. We must unite to resist this catastrophe."
After listening, Xu Yuehuai said, "The King of Wuling is right. Our enemies are the same. I promise you that I will not only provide you with the weapons and instructors you need, but I will also do my best to assist the four countries in uniting to fight against this external threat. Today, the people of our four countries are still standing on a truly united front. We have only one goal: to defeat the foreign tribes and safeguard the peace and tranquility of our four countries."
It was difficult for a single country to fight against the powerful alien forces. Xu Yuehuai secretly sent a message to the transmigrator organization, a group of elites from the future world who possessed technology and tactics far ahead of their time.
In the letter, she pleaded with the organization to send a group of instructors proficient in combining ancient and modern tactics, along with some seemingly ordinary weapons that actually contained high-tech principles, to provide support.
Several days later, on a dark and windy night, a mysterious team quietly descended upon the dense forest behind the Wuling King's palace.
The weapons they brought, though simple in appearance, were actually quite sophisticated, including bows and arrows that could automatically aim, simple firearms modified using the principles of gunpowder, and special compasses that could guide the way at night.
Upon first meeting Xu Yuehuai, the Prince of Wuling was astonished and was greatly impressed by her abilities.
Subsequently, the instructors from the time-traveler organization began rigorous training of the Wuling King's army.
They not only imparted modern military concepts, but also introduced a comprehensive training model that combined physical fitness with tactics.
Under the guidance of their instructors, the soldiers learned how to quickly adapt to complex environments, conduct precise strikes, and understand the importance of teamwork.
On the training ground, the once undisciplined army gradually became disciplined and highly motivated. Every exercise was a sight to behold, even astonishing the Prince of Wuling.
Of particular note is that the instructors also innovatively introduced psychological tactics training, teaching soldiers how to remain calm on the battlefield and use psychological advantages to undermine the enemy's morale.
These unprecedented teaching methods greatly benefited the soldiers, who began to believe that they could not only resist the invasion of foreign tribes, but also become the mainstay in protecting the peace of the four nations in future battles.
As the training progressed, Wu Lingwang's army underwent a dramatic transformation. They were no longer simply a collection of soldiers, but a steel army with advanced tactics and unwavering conviction.
Xu Yuehuai and Wu Lingwang exchanged a smile. They knew that the dawn of a four-nation alliance was beginning to emerge, and the upcoming decisive battle would witness their shared determination and glory.
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