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Su Mu settled into the tranquil and secluded valley, and as days passed, he gradually lowered his guard against Su Yuanshan.
From then on, he devoted himself entirely to studying the unique medical techniques and mysterious arts of the Su family under Su Yuanshan's guidance.
Every morning, when the first rays of sunlight poured into the valley, Su Mu would rise early and head to an open area to diligently practice various techniques.
Whether it was the intricate and sophisticated needlework, the precise measurement of medicinal ingredients for prescriptions, or the divination and fortune-telling through hexagrams, he focused intently, not daring to slack off for a moment.
Hard work pays off; after a long period of persistent effort, Su Mu's medical skills improved significantly, and his mastery of divination reached an extraordinary level.
Seeing Su Mu's eagerness to learn and his exceptional talent, Su Yuanshan felt a deep sense of satisfaction and decided to impart all his accumulated knowledge and experience without reservation.
However, this peaceful and serene life did not last indefinitely.
One day, as usual, Su Mu was practicing a fierce and powerful sword technique. Suddenly, an inexplicable sense of unease surged within him, as if an invisible force was gripping his heart tightly.
With his keen intuition, Su Mu immediately halted his movements and quickly took out a turtle shell coin to perform a divination in order to uncover the truth.
After some operations, the hexagram appeared before him, revealing a significant omen of danger, clearly indicating that a great crisis was about to descend.
Almost simultaneously, distant sounds of commotion began to echo from outside the valley.
Su Mu exchanged glances with Su Yuanshan; they understood each other without words and quickly stepped outside to assess the situation.
Looking up, they saw a group of figures clad in black tight-fitting attire surrounding the entire valley.
Each one wielded sharp blades and exuded a chilling aura of menace.
Upon seeing this, Su Yuanshan's expression instantly turned grave. His gaze sharpened as he fixedly stared at these uninvited guests and shouted sternly, "Who are you? How dare you intrude here!"
At that moment, one of the black-clad individuals stepped forward; he appeared to be the leader. This man was tall and robust, with a stern face that revealed a hint of cunning and ferocity in his eyes.
He coldly responded, "Hmph! Enough with the nonsense! We are here on orders to retrieve the Heavenly Secrets Medical Codex! If you know what’s good for you, hand it over quickly, or don’t blame us for being ruthless!"
Upon hearing the mention of the Heavenly Secrets Medical Codex, Su Yuanshan's heart sank.
He understood all too well that the secret his family had guarded for generations was likely exposed now…
"The Heavenly Secrets Medical Codex is an invaluable treasure passed down through our Su Family for many generations. We will never hand it over to you scoundrels!" Su Mu glared furiously, his fists clenched, radiating a fierce determination like a tiger ready to pounce on its prey.
At that moment, he was fully armed and prepared to fight to the death against these unwelcome guests.
"Refusing a toast only to drink a forfeit! Since that’s the case, don’t blame us for being merciless!" The leader of the black-clad men shouted with a sinister expression. At his command, the group surged forward like hungry wolves, claws bared as they lunged at Su Mu and Su Yuanshan.
In an instant, the sounds of battle erupted—shouts and clashing weapons filled the air as a thrilling and intense fight began.
Su Mu had studied various secret techniques from the Heavenly Secrets Medical Codex since childhood; however, most of it was theoretical knowledge, and he lacked real combat experience.
Now, under the relentless assault of the black-clad men, despite using all his strength and skills, he gradually began to feel overwhelmed.
On the other side, Su Yuanshan had fought many battles and was seasoned in experience. However, time was unforgiving; his age had diminished his physical strength. Faced with such ferocious attacks, he too found it increasingly difficult to cope.
"Mu Er, don’t worry about me! You must take the codex and escape quickly! I will hold them off!" Just when the situation became dire, Su Yuanshan shouted with all his might as he pushed Su Mu toward a winding path leading out of the valley.
Su Mu understood that his uncle's actions were driven by love for him and a deep regard for their family legacy—the Heavenly Secrets Medical Codex. He gritted his teeth, his eyes slightly reddening as he fought back tears and turned to sprint down that narrow path.
He knew very well that only by escaping and surviving could he inherit his family’s legacy and take on the responsibility of protecting the Heavenly Secrets Medical Codex.
Seeing this, some of the black-clad men quickly pursued him like arrows released from a bow.
Meanwhile, Su Yuanshan faced the remaining attackers without fear. He swung his weapon with all his might; each strike contained immense power as he tried to fend off the enemy's overwhelming tide, buying precious time for Su Mu to escape.
On the other side, Su Mu raced along that winding path like a gust of wind.
He was well aware that this narrow path extended all the way to the back mountain, an area characterized by its treacherous terrain and steep peaks, making it a place easy to defend but hard to attack. If he could reach there successfully, he might just escape the relentless pursuers behind him.
However, the men in black did not give up easily. They closely followed Su Mu's footsteps, unwilling to miss any chance to catch up with him.
Su Mu dared not let his guard down for even a moment. He ran with all his might while concentrating on using his knowledge of divination to predict the movements of the black-clad figures.
At the same time, he made full use of the complex and changing terrain around him, weaving through dense woods at times and leaping over boulders and streams at others, cleverly evading their fierce attacks again and again.
During this heart-pounding escape, Su Mu's eyes suddenly lit up—just ahead, he spotted a cave partially concealed by lush vegetation!
Without a moment's hesitation, Su Mu darted into the cave.
Once inside, he did not stop but quickly began to move scattered stones from around him to seal the entrance tightly.
Before long, the group of men in black arrived at the cave's location.
To their confusion, the figure of Su Mu, which had been clearly visible moments before, had vanished into thin air. Unwilling to let their target escape so easily, they began a meticulous search of the area.
They left no corner unchecked and no inch of ground unexamined, but ultimately their efforts were in vain; they found no clues regarding Su Mu's whereabouts.
With no other choice, the men in black had to turn away in frustration and disappointment.
Su Mu curled up in a dark, damp corner of the cave like a frightened rabbit, hardly daring to breathe. The sound of his heartbeat echoed in his ears like a drum. He listened intently to every movement outside; even the slightest rustle would send his nerves into overdrive.
Time passed slowly, each moment felt like an eternity for Su Mu.
Finally, when he confirmed that the chilling footsteps of the men in black had faded away completely, his heart that had been lodged in his throat began to settle back into place.
However, fear still clung to him like a shadow, causing his body to tremble slightly.
Slowly rising to his feet, Su Mu took a deep breath and tried to calm the turmoil within him.
He was well aware that this once peaceful and serene valley was no longer safe; that mysterious and powerful enemy could return at any moment.
If he wanted to preserve his life, continue studying the crucial "Heavenly Secrets Medical Codex," and find other scattered clan members to collectively resist the malevolent forces eyeing the codex, he had to leave this place quickly in search of a true refuge.
With this thought, a wave of sorrow and anger surged within Su Mu.
Those despicable individuals not only brutally murdered his family and friends but also regarded the medical codex they had protected for years as their own possession.
Faced with this sudden and immense upheaval, he felt an unprecedented sense of confusion and helplessness.
Where exactly lay the path ahead?
Could he truly bear the heavy responsibility of saving his family and defending the codex?
Countless questions swirled in his mind, leaving him restless.
Yet even so, Su Mu understood that he could not afford to give up at this moment.
For he carried the hopes and mission of his entire family on his shoulders; no matter how many hardships awaited him ahead, he had to grit his teeth and persist.
Thus, he resolutely took a firm step forward, heading into the unknown distance…
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