The Eldest Daughter Returns with Power

However, just as Su Yunruo was about to drift off to sleep, a sudden scream shattered the tranquility of the night. The sound was sharp and piercing, as if a razor-sharp blade had torn through the night sky, sending chills down one's spine.

Su Yunruo's body trembled violently, and she jumped out of bed instantly, her heart pounding wildly. Her eyes widened as she stared intently at the door, an unease spreading rapidly through her like weeds.

Yuwen Mo and Nangong Sheng also heard the sound, and their reactions were equally swift. Almost simultaneously, they rushed into Su Yunruo's room, their faces filled with vigilance.

"What happened?" Su Yunruo's voice trembled slightly; she couldn't wait to know the answer.

Yuwen Mo's face was ashen. He lowered his voice and replied, "It sounds like the noise is coming from the backyard. Someone may have broken into the inn. Let's go check it out!"

After saying that, Yuwen Mo rushed towards the door first, followed closely by Su Yunruo and Nangong Sheng. The three of them walked hurriedly, their expressions tense, and soon arrived at the backyard.

The sight before them plunged their hearts into despair—a guard lay on the ground, his fate unknown.

Su Yunruo frowned, a hint of worry flashing in her eyes. She knew all too well that this attack was no accident, but an organized and premeditated operation. Who were these people? Why did they target them? A series of questions flooded her mind.

Yuwen Mo's expression grew increasingly serious. He said in a low voice, "They're here. This time it's probably not a simple sneak attack, but rather aimed at us. Everyone be careful!"

Before they could finish speaking, a group of men in black suddenly leaped out of the darkness and surrounded them. These men in black were agile and nimble, clearly well-trained assassins.

Su Yunruo, Yuwen Mo, and Nangong Sheng immediately assumed fighting stances, ready to face this sudden battle. Their eyes were resolute, showing no sign of backing down.

A thrilling battle is about to unfold...

The men in black attacked like hungry wolves, their assaults swift and relentless, giving Su Yunruo and her companions no chance to catch their breath. Each attack carried a deadly threat, clearly those of highly trained professional assassins.

Despite their exceptional martial arts skills, Su Yunruo and her fellow disciples gradually found themselves overwhelmed by the sheer number and strength of their enemies. However, they did not retreat; instead, they resisted the enemy's attacks with even greater determination.

In the midst of the fierce battle, Su Yunruo keenly noticed that the movements of one of the men in black seemed somewhat familiar. She observed closely, and a sense of foreboding welled up within her.

"Senior brother, these people are probably related to those suspicious figures who appeared near the city lord's mansion earlier!" Su Yunruo shouted to Yuwen Mo during a break in the battle.

Upon hearing this, Yuwen Mo's eyes flashed with surprise. He immediately understood Su Yunruo's meaning and quickly replied, "Then we must be extra careful!"

As the battle escalated, the situation became increasingly tense. The men in black launched relentless attacks, pushing Su Yunruo and her fellow disciples to the brink of defeat. However, they did not give up; instead, they gritted their teeth and persevered, fighting back with all their might.

Just as the situation became increasingly dire, a flash of sword light suddenly pierced the night sky, and a mysterious swordsman appeared before them. His swordsmanship was superb, and he instantly felled several men in black.

"You all go, leave this to me!" the mysterious swordsman shouted to Su Yunruo and the others. Su Yunruo and the others exchanged glances, and without hesitation followed the mysterious swordsman, fighting their way through.

They finally escaped the men in black and arrived at a safe place.

"Thank you for your help. May I ask your name?" Yuwen Mo asked, clasping his hands in greeting.

The mysterious swordsman smiled slightly, "No need to be polite, I'm just a passerby in the martial arts world. However, you should be careful, these men in black won't let this go easily."

"Does Your Excellency know the origin of these men in black?" Su Yunruo asked anxiously.

The mysterious swordsman pondered for a moment, "I've heard of a mysterious organization in the martial arts world that specializes in assassinations and is ruthless. I suspect these men in black are their subordinates."

"Why is this mysterious organization hunting us down?" Nangong Sheng asked, puzzled.

"That's hard to say. Perhaps you have something they want, or perhaps you've thwarted their plans," the mysterious swordsman analyzed.

Su Yunruo lowered her head and thought, feeling that things were not so simple.

Yuwen Mo nodded. "Thank you for your advice. We will be careful."

Afterwards, Su Yunruo and the others decided to return to the inn to see if they could find any clues.

When they returned to the inn, they found it in complete disarray.

Su Yunruo searched everywhere for clues and finally found a black token on the wall of a guest room. The token was engraved with a strange symbol she had never seen before. "This might be the symbol of that mysterious organization. Senior Brother, do you think it has anything to do with the Shadow Cult?" she speculated.

Yuwen Mo picked up the token and examined it carefully. "It seems we need to investigate this mysterious organization. But before that, we must be even more cautious." Just as they were studying the token, a soft footstep sounded outside the door. Yuwen Mo looked up alertly, signaling everyone to be quiet. The footsteps grew closer, finally stopping at the doorway. The door slowly opened, and a figure appeared before them...

A flicker of wariness crossed Yuwen Mo's eyes. He frowned slightly and gave Su Yunruo and Nangong Sheng a look that signaled them to remain vigilant. Then, he cautiously stood up and slowly walked towards the door. The door creaked open, and a figure gradually came into focus before them.

This was a simply dressed middle-aged man, his clothes looking somewhat worn, clearly having weathered many years. His face was slightly thin, bearing a hint of fatigue, but his eyes revealed a resolute determination. He stood there quietly, as if carrying a heavy burden.

"You are..." The middle-aged man's voice was somewhat hoarse, tinged with doubt and confusion. His gaze shifted between Yuwen Mo, Su Yunruo, and Nangong Sheng, seemingly bewildered by the scene before him.

Su Yunruo carefully examined the stranger who had suddenly appeared, secretly guessing his identity and purpose. Yuwen Mo, however, did not hesitate at all and asked directly, "Who are you? Why are you here?" His tone revealed a sense of authority and wariness.

The middle-aged man sighed softly, a hint of helplessness and bitterness flashing in his eyes. "I'm just an ordinary merchant who intended to rest at this inn for the night, but I never expected to encounter such a thing. I just overheard your conversation; perhaps I can offer some assistance." His voice was low and calm, giving off a reliable aura.

Yuwen Mo and Su Yunruo exchanged a glance; they knew that in the martial world, information was often more important than money. Nangong Sheng stepped forward and asked gently, "You just said you could offer help; what did you mean by that?"

The middle-aged man slowly pulled a yellowed map from his pocket, carefully examining the dense lines and annotations on it. Suddenly, he pointed to a mark on the map and said softly, "I know a place that might provide you with some clues. This place is called 'Dark Valley,' and it's said to be a secret stronghold of that mysterious organization."

Su Yunruo's eyes lit up; she immediately realized the importance of this information. She leaned closer to the map, carefully observing the marked location, and began to consider her next move. Yuwen Mo, however, was even more cautious. He stared intently at the middle-aged man, his eyes flashing with doubt and wariness. He asked, "How did you obtain this information? And why are you willing to tell us?"

(As the story unfolds, Su Yunruo, Yuwen Mo, and Nangong Sheng will embark on a new journey, facing even more challenges and dangers. The true nature of the mysterious organization will also gradually be revealed.)