Rebirth: Phoenix Riding the Ninth Heaven

Over time, Li Ruoyue's reputation in the capital soared. Qihuang Pavilion became not only the first choice for ordinary people seeking medical treatment, but also a symbol of superb medical skills and compassion. Every day, Qihuang Pavilion was bustling with patients from far and wide, eager for health. Li Ruoyue and her disciples patiently treated each patient.

Li Ruoyue understood that fame brought not only glory but also a heavy responsibility. She began recruiting disciples, imparting her medical skills without reservation to young people interested in medicine. She personally compiled a medical book, detailing the diagnosis and treatment of various conditions, incorporating her years of medical experience and insights, hoping to provide a valuable reference for future generations of physicians.

Meanwhile, Li Ruoyue hadn't forgotten to secretly investigate the truth behind her parents' murder. Under her careful guidance, Lu Zixuan and several other trusted disciples, while practicing medicine, quietly gathered clues about the events of that year among the Jianghu. They left no stone unturned, meticulously piecing together every clue like a puzzle piece.

One day, Lu Zixuan returned from a remote border town and hurriedly approached Li Ruoyue. He handed her a tattered account book and breathlessly said, "Senior Sister, I found this in an abandoned old house. It records some strange transactions that seem related to events from that year." Li Ruoyue hurriedly flipped open the book, which was densely packed with dates, names, and lists of goods. Many of the names and places were unfamiliar to her, but one name caught her attention: "Shadow Hall."

Li Ruoyue frowned, lost in thought. She had a vague feeling that this "Shadow Hall" might be the key to solving the mystery of the past. She decided to follow this clue, no matter how many difficulties and obstacles lay ahead.

To gain a deeper understanding of the Shadow Hall, Li Ruoyue disguised herself and infiltrated a gathering of a jianghu gang. This gang was inextricably linked to the Shadow Hall, and she hoped to find some useful information there. At the gathering, everyone was toasting and chatting about all sorts of anecdotes from the underworld. Li Ruoyue listened carefully, and finally, in a corner, she overheard the whispers of several gang members.

"Have you heard? 'Shadow Hall' recently took on another big deal, and it seems they are dealing with a doctor who is quite famous in the capital." said a man with a face full of flesh.

"Hmph, the 'Shadow Hall' has always been ruthless. I wonder who will be in trouble this time." Another tall and thin man echoed.

Li Ruoyue was startled, but she approached them calmly and continued to eavesdrop.

"I also heard that there is a mysterious force behind the 'Shadow Hall', and their actions seem to be carefully planned." The muscular man said in a low voice.

Li Ruoyue wondered if this mysterious force was related to her parents' murder. Just as she was about to inquire further, a sharp-eyed gang member suddenly noticed her unusual behavior.

"Who are you? What are you doing here stealthily?" the man shouted loudly, and suddenly the atmosphere of the whole party became tense.

Li Ruoyue secretly thought that something was wrong, but she remained calm and said calmly, "My dear brothers, I was just passing by and heard you all talking about the Jianghu. I was curious for a moment and meant no harm."

However, the gang members didn't believe her and surrounded her. At this critical moment, a sudden commotion erupted from outside the door. A group of soldiers rushed in, and the leading officer shouted, "Don't move! We've reported you for gathering and causing trouble, with ill intentions. Follow us back to the yamen!"

Li Ruoyue was overjoyed; this sudden turn of events had saved her life. Taking advantage of the chaos, she quietly slipped out of the gathering place. Returning to Qihuang Pavilion, Li Ruoyue knew the incident had attracted the attention of the Shadow Hall, putting her in even greater danger. But she didn't back down; instead, she became even more determined to uncover the truth.

She began to plan more carefully. On the one hand, she continued to let Lu Zixuan and others collect clues in the martial arts world. On the other hand, she also strengthened the defense of Qihuang Pavilion to prevent retaliation from the "Shadow Hall".

Elsewhere in the capital, the leader of the Shadow Hall, upon learning that someone was inquiring about them at a gang gathering, turned grim and dark, like the sky before a storm. Sitting in a darkened room, toying with a dagger, he said coldly, "It seems someone is trying to ruin our plans. Find out who this woman is, and how dare she dare to tamper with him!"

An even more intense battle between light and darkness quietly unfolds in the streets and alleys of the capital. Can Li Ruoyue uncover the mystery behind the "Shadow Hall" and find out the truth behind her parents' murder? Everything remains unknown...

Li Ruoyue knew time was running out; the Shadow Hall would not give up. While waiting for Lu Zixuan and the others to return with more clues, she leveraged her connections within the Imperial Hospital, researching ancient texts and palace archives, attempting to uncover clues related to the Shadow Hall.

In the vast library of the Imperial Hospital, Li Ruoyue spent her days and nights leafing through yellowed volumes. One day, she discovered a cryptic passage in an ancient tome containing the secret history of a previous dynasty. It mentioned a century ago the existence of a mysterious organization known as the "Shadow League." They specialized in assassination and intelligence gathering, working for the powerful and influential of the time, operating in complete secrecy and with ruthless tactics. While the "Shadow Hall" wasn't explicitly mentioned, Li Ruoyue keenly sensed the possibility of a legacy between the two.

Meanwhile, Lu Zixuan and his fellow disciples made new progress in their investigations within the Jianghu. They tracked down an informant who had previously conducted business with the Shadow Hall. After strenuous pursuit and persuasion, the informant finally gave in, revealing a crucial piece of information: the Shadow Hall maintains a secret base in the west of the city, frequently visited by mysterious figures. Perhaps further clues could be found there.

Upon hearing this news, Li Ruoyue decided to personally investigate the city's western outpost. To ensure her mission was foolproof, she made thorough preparations. She donned a black nightgown, tied her hair tightly in a bun, and brought along all the necessary concealed weapons and medicine. She even drew a map of the terrain surrounding the outpost.

Late at night, the moonlight shone like silver, casting a shadow over the streets and alleys of the capital. Like a ghost, Li Ruoyue crept silently towards the west of the city. This area west of the city seemed somewhat desolate, overgrown with weeds and dotted with abandoned houses. Following the clues provided by her informant, she quickly found the seemingly ordinary house. The gates were closed, and the surroundings were silent, but Li Ruoyue could sense that there seemed to be a pair of eyes watching from the shadows.

She carefully circled to the back of the house and, using the vines on the wall, quietly climbed into the yard. An eerie atmosphere permeated the yard, and a faint light shone through the windows of the main house. Li Ruoyue, clinging to the wall, slowly approached the main house and peered inside through the crack in the window.

Inside, several men in black sat around a table. A map was spread out on the table, marking important locations throughout the capital. The Qihuang Pavilion was circled in red. Li Ruoyue's heart sank. It seemed the Shadow Hall had indeed identified her as a thorn in their side.

At this time, a man in black spoke up, "The hall master said that Li Ruoyue has been asking around about us lately. We can't keep her here any longer. Three days from now, when she's out gathering herbs, will be the perfect time to take action."

Another man in black echoed, "That's right. This time we must kill her with one strike. We can't let her ruin our plans again."

Li Ruoyue was horrified. She hadn't expected the Shadow Hall to attack her in three days. She was about to quietly leave to discuss countermeasures when she accidentally stepped on a branch and broke it. The sound of a "crack" was particularly piercing in the silent night.

The men in black inside the house immediately became alert, one of them shouting, "Oh no! There's a spy!" They quickly drew their weapons and rushed out. Li Ruoyue knew she had been exposed, so without further ado, she turned and sprinted out of the courtyard. The men in black pursued her relentlessly, and a fierce chase ensued in the night.

Li Ruoyue relied on her familiarity with the terrain and her agility to maneuver around the men in black. She sometimes leaped onto rooftops, sometimes ducked into alleyways, trying to escape their pursuit. However, the men in black were no ordinary creatures; they coordinated well and kept at her heels.

Just when Li Ruoyue was feeling overwhelmed, a group of people suddenly appeared in front of her. Leading them was none other than Lu Zixuan, who brought several disciples, weapons in hand, ready to fight. Lu Zixuan had secretly followed her, concerned for Li Ruoyue's safety.

Lu Zixuan shouted, "Senior Sister, we're here to help you!" He and his disciples rushed toward the black-clad figure. A fierce battle ensued. Li Ruoyue, observing this, joined the fray. Unleashing a unique technique inspired by her masterful medical skills, she launched her silver needles like meteors, striking the black-clad figure one after another.

After a fierce battle, the men in black gradually lost their way and began to flee. Li Ruoyue and the others did not pursue them, but quickly evacuated the scene. Returning to Qihuang Pavilion, Li Ruoyue knew that the Shadow Hall would not abandon the assassination attempt just because of this failure, and the crisis would still exist three days later. However, this operation also strengthened her resolve to completely eradicate the Shadow Hall.

She and Lu Zixuan and the others immediately began to discuss countermeasures. Li Ruoyue said, "Since they plan to strike in three days, we should take advantage of their strategy and catch them in a trap." Lu Zixuan nodded in agreement, "Senior Sister, please tell us what your plan is. We'll follow your lead."

Li Ruoyue pondered for a moment and slowly said, "Three days from now, I'll pretend to be out gathering herbs again. You'll set up an ambush along the way. When the Shadow Hall members show up, we'll capture them all. Then, we'll follow the clues and completely destroy the Shadow Hall."

After hearing this, everyone agreed. For the next two days, they prepared intensively, setting traps and arranging personnel. Everything proceeded smoothly. Meanwhile, the Shadow Hall seemed unaware that their plan had been leaked and was still making final preparations for the assassination three days later.

Three days later, the morning sun shone across the capital. As usual, Li Ruoyue, carrying her medicine basket, left the Qihuang Pavilion and headed out of the city. Behind her, a thrilling duel was about to unfold...