The night was as dark as ink, with the cold wind howling through the dense forest, carrying with it unknown fear and tension.
Yun Che, Chin'er, and Wu Ling concealed themselves in the depths of this ancient forest, their figures merging with the night, with only the moonlight filtering through the treetops to provide faint guidance for their journey.
Ever since Empress Sun and Shadow Master spoke to the emperor, slandering the three as disloyal subjects of the court, the pursuit within the palace has been like a plague, everywhere and unavoidable. This has forced them to be extremely cautious, hiding their whereabouts and constantly guarding against potential enemies lurking in every shadow.
In this pre-dawn darkness, every step is filled with unknowns and dangers. Yun Che knows deeply that they are currently in an extremely delicate situation. Once discovered by the pursuers, not only their lives will be in danger, but the evidence in their hands will also be lost, making it impossible to expose the conspiracy of Empress Sun and Shadow Master.
"We must be more careful. Any sound could attract unnecessary attention," Yun Che said in a low voice to Chin'er and Wu Ling, his eyes flashing with a calm and resolute light.
Chin'er nodded, a hint of determination in her eyes. Even in such a dangerous situation, she maintained a sense of tranquility. Wu Ling lightly patted Yun Che's shoulder, silently telling him that they would always be by his side.
At that moment, footsteps suddenly came from a distance. Although faint, they sounded unusually piercing in the silent night. The three immediately stopped in their tracks and hid in a nearby concealed thicket, holding their breath and trying to conceal their own breath to the utmost.
As the footsteps gradually approached, they could vaguely see a group of people in black shuttling through the woods, holding torches and vigilantly surveying their surroundings. The leader was a man with a stern face, and the aura emanating from him seemed exceptionally fierce even in the darkness.
"Continue searching, those three are nearby," the leader of the black-clothed men commanded coldly, his voice filled with unquestionable threat.
Yun Che tightly gripped the hilt of his sword, knowing that once they were discovered, they would face a deadly battle. But he also understood that the most important thing now was to remain hidden and wait for the best opportunity to act.
In this tense atmosphere, a small animal accidentally stepped on a twig, making a slight noise. The men in black immediately became alert and approached the source of the sound.
The three individuals held their breath, not daring to make a sound. Just as the men in black were about to approach the bushes, a sudden eagle cry from a distance caught their attention, and they quickly turned to look in that direction.
Taking advantage of this opportunity, Yun Che, Chin'er, and Wu Ling quietly left their hiding place and continued to advance towards the depths of the deep forest, trying to avoid the sight of the men in black.
They moved through the night like silent ghosts. As time passed, a faint light began to appear on the horizon, heralding the arrival of a new day.
Yun Che knew that they had to find a safe place to take shelter before daybreak, otherwise their whereabouts would be even more easily discovered by the enemy once exposed to sunlight.
Just when they were exhausted and almost reaching their limit, they finally discovered a secluded cave deep in the dense forest, enough to serve as a temporary shelter.
After three people entered the cave, they immediately sealed the entrance to ensure that it would not be easily discovered from the outside. In this secluded space, they could finally take a rest, regain their strength, and plan their next move.
Yun Che sat in a corner of the cave, quietly contemplating their next plan. The pursuit by Empress Sun and Shadow Master would only become more intense, so they needed to find a way to not only evade their pursuers but also find an opportunity to expose the misdeeds of those two individuals.
Chin'er and Wu Ling waited quietly on the side, their eyes filled with trust and support for Yun Che.
One night, Yun Che, Chin'er, and Wu Ling hid in an abandoned ancient mansion. This place used to be the residence of a noble, but it had been forgotten due to its age.
Moonlight streamed in through the broken windows, casting mottled shadows on the old furniture, adding a mysterious atmosphere to this clandestine meeting.
Yun Che Unfolding the important document, his face reflected a determined light, his voice low and powerful: "We have no way out now. We must find a way to secure the evidence before exposing their plan."
Chin'er Leaning against the wall, her brows furrowed, clearly contemplating a strategy. There was a hint of helplessness in her voice: "Our range of action has been greatly restricted. Every step must be taken with extra caution."
Wu Ling was flipping through an ancient classic when she suddenly looked up, her eyes flashing with a glimmer of hope: "Perhaps we can seek some unexpected help. Jing Kindom is not lacking in righteous individuals, they may be willing to lend us a hand."
The three exchanged glances in the darkness. Faced with such a powerful enemy, only by uniting all possible forces could they have a chance to turn the tide.
In the next few days, Yun Che, Chin'er, and Wu Ling began secretly contacting individuals who harbored strong dissatisfaction towards the unjust actions of Empress Sun and Shadow Master.
They carefully avoided being tracked and gradually established an alliance composed of nobles, scholars, and warriors loyal to Jing Kindom through various covert means of communication.
In the deep night of Jing Kindom, in a secluded courtyard, dim light shines through the window paper, casting a dim and soft glow.
This is an ancient and quaint clubhouse, a secret location that is difficult for outsiders to peek into. Tonight, it is the place where Yun Che, Chin'er, and Wu Ling meet with their newly acquainted allies in secret.
In the courtyard, ancient trees stand tall and a winding path leads to the main building. The stone slabs are covered with moss, indicating a kind of tranquil passage of time. The shadows of the trees sway, and occasionally the quiet of the night is broken by the chirping of insects, adding a touch of vitality.
The interior of the clubhouse is elegantly decorated, with some exquisite Jin Yang s hanging on the walls, each seemingly telling its own story, waiting for people to savor them carefully.
In the center of the main hall, a round table is surrounded by various heroes, who are nobles, scholars, and warriors from all corners of Jing Kindom, each carrying concerns for the future of the country and a thirst for justice.
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