Chao Ci moved with the agility of a swallow, her toes barely touching the ground as she darted through the enemy ranks like a ghost. Her beautiful eyes held a murderous glint, her lips pressed tightly together, and her short sword danced in her hand. Sometimes she slashed horizontally, like a silver lightning bolt cutting across the enemy's throat, leaving a mist of blood; other times she thrust straight in, the short sword piercing the enemy's heart with precision. Wherever it passed, the assassins fell one after another, blood gushing from their throats.
In the midst of the fierce battle, Ling Xue heard the shouts of killing outside from inside the prison, and her heart was in turmoil.
The Shadow Cult had saved her life, extending a helping hand when she was alone and on the verge of despair. This kindness weighed heavily on her heart like a boulder.
But now the Shadow Cult is causing immense suffering and bringing calamity to the world, and she knows that it has gone against the natural order.
She was torn between a deep sense of gratitude and a call to justice.
In the end, the scales of loyalty tipped slightly, and she decided that she could not stand by and watch the Shadow Cult continue to do evil. Even if she bore the name of a traitor, she had to do something for the Shadow Cult at this last moment. Perhaps there was still a chance to atone for their sins and to bring blessings to all living beings.
So she used her extraordinary skills and successfully escaped from prison.
Although Ling Xue's escape from prison surprised Ye Yu and the others, they had no time to spare at the moment and could only focus on dealing with the Shadow Cult assassins.
After a fierce battle, the Shadow Cult assassins were finally defeated, most of them were captured, and only a few managed to escape.
Chen Xiao and his companions knew that the Shadow Cult would not give up so easily, so they decided to find the location of the Shadow Cult's headquarters as soon as possible in order to completely destroy this evil organization.
Ling Xue's whereabouts have become a mystery in everyone's hearts, and no one knows what role she will play in the subsequent battle between good and evil.
Following the clues he found in the abandoned temple, Ye Li continued to investigate the Shadow Cult. During this time, he ventured deep into the mountains and encountered a trap set by the Shadow Cult. Fortunately, he was able to escape with the help of a mysterious hermit.
Then it was discovered that the Shadow Cult seemed to have a secret stronghold in a valley outside the capital.
Chen Xiao and Chu Yanxi then led their army to the valley, intending to engage in a final battle with the Shadow Cult.
When the group arrived at the valley, they found that the terrain was treacherous, like a natural fortress, easy to defend and difficult to attack.
The valley is flanked by steep peaks and jagged rocks, with sparse pines and cypresses growing among them, swaying in the mountain wind as if warning visitors of danger.
A light mist hung in the valley, shrouding everything in mystery.
The valley floor is filled with strangely shaped rocks, covered with moss and gravel, and a narrow path winds through it, which is the only passage to the depths of the valley.
The Shadow Cult has set up numerous traps and amassed a large force in the valley, clearly intending to fight Chen Xiao and his companions to the death.
Chen Xiao and Chu Yanxi showed no fear and resolutely led their army to slowly enter the valley, thus beginning a thrilling life-or-death battle with the Shadow Sect.
This decisive battle not only concerns the fate of the Night Dynasty, but also affects the peace and tranquility of the entire martial arts world.
The two sides were locked in fierce combat. Chao Yuan and Chao Ci took the lead, their swords gleaming coldly in the sunlight, each swing bringing up a cloud of blood mist.
Chen Xiao and Chu Yanxi directed operations from the rear. Their calm and wise demeanor enabled the army to cooperate seamlessly and their formations to change in an orderly manner, resisting wave after wave of fierce attacks from the Shadow Cult.
Ye Yu led his elite troops, like a sharp blade piercing straight into the Shadow Cult's formation. He charged into the enemy ranks with the agility of a cheetah, his figure flashing rapidly, his face showing a resolute determination to die for his cause. The long sword in his hand shone brightly in the sunlight, and he would occasionally swing a horizontal slash to the left, the blade flashing like a bolt of lightning, and the enemies fell to the ground one after another.
Sometimes he would raise his long sword high to the right, sending approaching enemies flying into the air. Wherever he went, Shadow Cult members were killed like falling leaves. His fighting skills and fearless courage terrified the Shadow Cult members.
However, the Shadow Cult was no ordinary force. Relying on the advantageous terrain of the valley and their unpredictable tactics, they put up a stubborn resistance and held their ground.
For a time, the battle reached a stalemate.
At this moment, Ling Xue quietly appeared on the mountain peak in the valley.
As she surveyed the battlefield, her inner turmoil intensified.
Watching the Shadow Cult members fight to the death, and seeing Chen Xiao and others righteously battling, she knew that her choice would change the fate of many people.
She thought that if she helped the Shadow Cult now, she would be going against justice, but if she completely disregarded their past relationship, how could she live with her conscience?
After much hesitation, she decided to follow the greater good in her heart, even if the road ahead was full of thorns.
Just as Ling Xue was about to rush into the battle, a strange power surged from the depths of the valley, and then a mysterious old man in black robes appeared.
He cast a strange spell, and for a moment sand and stones flew, and a strong wind arose, causing many soldiers to be blown about and their formation to fall into chaos.
Seeing this, Ye Qi made a decisive move, personally leading a team of elite soldiers to charge towards the black-robed elder, attempting to prevent him from further disrupting the battle.
During the fierce confrontation, Ye Qi discovered that the old man was actually related to an ancient and evil force hidden behind the Shadow Cult.
Meanwhile, Chen Xiao and Chu Yanxi quickly organized forces in the rear to stabilize morale, rearrange formations, and resist the fierce attack launched by the Shadow Cult amidst the chaos.
Although Xu Qian was far away in the imperial court, he was extremely anxious upon hearing of the unexpected turn of events in the battle of the valley. He hurriedly dispatched nearby reinforcements and arranged for strategists skilled in magic and mechanical arts to travel day and night to the valley, hoping to lend a helping hand to Chen Xiao and the others.
Meanwhile, Xu Ruyu was not idle in the palace. He used his connections to raise a large amount of precious healing medicines and supplies, and sent people to deliver them to the valley by fast horse to relieve Chen Xiao and the others' urgent needs.
Upon hearing this rumor, Yin Yuyao and Ning Yuyuan were on their way.
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