I am the Holy Poisoner, the Empress advised me to calm down

"This..." Lin Chen frowned slightly, obviously having some concerns about this proposal.

"Don't worry, this won't hurt the little girl in any way. We're just making sure she's telling the truth," the cloaked man explained. "If we don't do this, it'll be hard for us to fully trust each other, right?"

Yun Shu whispered, "Lin Chen, he has a point. After all, we are trying to find that mysterious organization."

After some consideration, Lin Chen finally agreed to the cloaked man's proposal. He gently patted the little girl's shoulder and said softly, "Don't be afraid, little one. Just do what this uncle says."

Under the control of the cloaked man, light blue smoke slowly drifted towards the little girl. She closed her eyes, took a deep breath, and then slowly opened them. The light in her eyes became clearer and brighter.

"Little girl, what is the location of the mysterious organization you see now?" asked the cloaked man in a deep voice.

The little girl seemed to be in some kind of fantasy, with a hint of a smile on her face. "I saw a forest with a huge castle in the middle, surrounded by a deep moat... and a hidden underground passage that could be entered from some hidden place."

There was a burst of exclamations from all around, and everyone looked at each other in shock.

"How could this be so detailed?" Zhang Xun exclaimed in amazement. "It seems she really does have special perception abilities!"

"Okay, I've confirmed it." The cloaked man nodded with satisfaction. "Now, I can take you to that place."

Lin Chen smiled slightly, his eyes firm. "Then let's go, but please remember, you must ensure the little girl's safety at all costs."

"Of course," the cloaked man replied, "This is also our responsibility."

So, under the cover of night, the group quietly left the village and headed towards the unknown forest. On the way, several villagers accompanying them could not help but talk about it:

"I didn't expect that Master Lin and his companions would have such powerful companions. They are so lucky!"

"Yes, this time we will definitely find that mysterious organization and give the people in the village an explanation!"

The little girl followed Lin Chen closely, looking back from time to time at the village in the distance that was becoming increasingly blurred, with curiosity and reluctance in her eyes.

Just as they were about to reach their destination, a figure suddenly jumped out from the bushes by the roadside, holding a dagger and running straight towards the cloaked man.

"Be careful!" Lin Chen shouted and quickly drew his sword to meet the man.

After a fierce fight, the man was finally subdued. Lin Chen coldly asked, "Who are you? Why did you attack us?"

The man gasped, his eyes full of unwillingness: "I am the Shadow King's man, and I have received orders to stop you!"

"Humph, you thieves really don't know how to live or die." Zhang Xun spat, "Wait until you get back and receive the punishment you deserve!"

The cloaked man looked at the man lying on the ground, a complex emotion flashing in his eyes. "It seems that the road ahead will not be smooth. But we must keep moving forward."

"Yes," Lin Chen took a deep breath and looked around, "Is everyone ready? New challenges are coming."

"We're ready!" everyone responded in unison, their tone firm.

Just as they were about to set off again, a strange red light suddenly appeared in the distant sky. Lin Chen raised his eyebrows and stared sharply into the distance.

"What...is that?" Yun Shu asked softly.

"I don't know," Lin Chen shook his head, "but I have a feeling it won't be a good thing."

"It seems that greater danger is waiting for us." The cloaked man said solemnly, "But no matter what happens, we must persevere."

Lin Chen nodded and tightened his grip on the sword. "Let's go and face the battle ahead!"

"Wait," the little girl suddenly said, grabbing Lin Chen's clothes with her small hands, "Brother, what is that strange light? Is it something dangerous?"

"Don't be afraid," Lin Chen stroked her head gently, "no matter what, brother will protect you."

"Yeah!" The little girl nodded vigorously, with a hint of determination in her eyes.

They continued to move forward, gradually approaching the glowing forest. But what kind of challenges awaited them on this unknown road?

"Brother Lin, do you think we can really find that secret headquarters?" Zhang Xun asked in a low voice.

"We'll know only if we keep going," Lin Chen replied firmly, "but no matter what the outcome, we won't give up."

"That's right," the cloaked man nodded. "Everything that follows will bear witness to our courage and determination."

The four continued forward, the mysterious and dangerous forest seemingly awaiting their arrival. The night was as dark as ink as they passed through a dense forest, a damp, unknown air hanging in the air. Lin Chen, sword in hand, his eyes gleaming with determination. He frequently glanced back at the little girl, ensuring her safety.

"Why is it so quiet in this forest?" Zhang Xun couldn't help but break the silence. "Something feels a little off."

"Don't think too much, just stay alert." Lin Chen reminded in a low voice.

Just then, a light breeze blew by, bringing with it the rustling of leaves, and some strange noises seemed to be mixed in the air. Yun Shu stopped and listened carefully.

"Did you hear that? What's that sound?" she asked softly.

"It might be a wild beast." Lin Chen replied, while tightening his grip on the sword in his hand.

Suddenly, a figure emerged from the bushes ahead. He was wearing a black robe and had a strange smile on his face. "Huh? Did you think you could find our secret headquarters so easily?"

"Who are you?" Lin Chen quickly stood in front of the little girl, staring at her sharply.

The man sneered and pulled a dagger from his sleeve, his eyes flashing with murderous intent. "I am a subordinate of the Shadow King, and I am waiting here for you."

"Hmph, you really don't know how to live or die." Zhang Xun sneered and took a fighting stance.

A fierce battle ensued. Lin Chen and Zhang Xun worked in perfect harmony, quickly neutralizing the man's attacks one by one. The cloaked man observed from the sidelines, offering occasional tactical guidance.

"Left! Be careful!" the cloaked man suddenly shouted.

As soon as he finished speaking, Lin Chen felt a sharp gust of wind coming from the left. He quickly dodged to the side and stabbed the attacker with his sword. The attacker was unable to dodge and was hit in the shoulder by Lin Chen's sword energy, falling to the ground.

"Humph, you guys are really troublesome." The fallen attacker struggled to get up, his eyes full of unwillingness.

At this moment, a low sound of footsteps could be heard in the distance, as if more people were approaching. The cloaked man raised his head alertly and glanced around.