The night was as dark as ink, and the campfire in the camp reflected everyone's nervous faces.

Jiang Yanwan, Wu Junyao and Liu Mengli conspired in the tent. They knew that the next action was crucial.

"The autumn hunt will be held in three days, and the King of Jin will use this opportunity to launch an assassination." Liu Mengli got valuable information from Yun Ji. There was a hint of anxiety in her voice, "The ministers of the court are innocently participating in the hunt, which is a great danger."

Jiang Yanwan nodded: "We must expose this conspiracy in advance and let the court and the emperor see the truth."

Wu Junyao thought for a moment and asked, "Mengli, can you tell me more about your social resources?"

Liu Mengli pondered for a moment, then said, "My friend used to be the commander of the palace guards. I can use his old subordinates to establish some connections and obtain more advanced intelligence. In addition, there are some friends who work in the palace who may be able to lend a hand to us."

Jiang Yanwan blinked, a plan taking shape in her mind: "Okay, we need to split up. Mengli, you will be responsible for collecting intelligence through your network. Governor Wu, I will join the autumn hunting team with you and wait for an opportunity to monitor the movements of the King of Jin."

Wu Junyao nodded in agreement: "Okay, we must also arrange some trustworthy people to secretly protect the ministers and try to prevent the King of Jin's people from succeeding."

The next morning, when the sun gradually filled the camp, Liu Mengli began her action. She first revealed the King of Jin's plan to some loyal old friends, hoping to get their help. Although these old friends had retired for many years, they still cared about the country and quickly agreed to support them.

At the same time, Jiang Yanwan and Wu Junyao were also preparing for the autumn hunt.

They selected several elite soldiers and trained them on how to protect the ministers without being discovered. Finally, they developed a detailed action plan, ensuring that each step was linked to the next.

Three days later, the autumn hunt was held as scheduled. The emperor and his ministers went to the royal hunting grounds together. The whole scene was grand and majestic, but it concealed a huge crisis. Jiang Yanwan and Wu Junyao mixed in the team, always looking around vigilantly.

"Remember, if there is any suspicious movement, take action immediately." Wu Junyao whispered to the soldiers around him.

The autumn hunt began, and the ministers rode horses and shot arrows, each showing their prowess. However, just as everyone was immersed in the fun of hunting, there was a sudden commotion. Several ministers' horses suddenly went crazy and ran around, causing chaos.

"There's a problem!" Jiang Yanwan exclaimed, and she immediately drew her sword and rushed forward.

Wu Junyao also quickly caught up, and they found several surprised ministers trapped in a forest, with unidentified men in black lurking around them.

"Protect the minister!" Wu Junyao shouted and ordered the soldiers to charge forward.

Amidst the flashing of swords and sabers, the two sides engaged in a fierce fight. Jiang Yanwan was agile and she quickly knocked down several men in black, while Wu Junyao suppressed the enemy with his powerful strength and tactical command.

At this moment, a leader in black suddenly appeared. He sneered and pointed the sword in his hand at an elderly minister: "Everyone stop! Otherwise he will be dead!"

The scene suddenly fell into a stalemate. Jiang Yanwan and Wu Junyao looked at each other, knowing that they had to use their wits instead of fighting head-on.

"Put down your weapons, we are willing to negotiate." Wu Junyao slowly put down the sword in his hand and motioned for others to follow suit.

The black-clad leader smiled sarcastically: "You finally understand. But, unfortunately, it's too late now!"

As soon as he finished speaking, accompanied by a sharp sound, a poisonous arrow shot from a distance, aiming directly at the held minister. However, at the critical moment, a slender figure flew over and blocked the poisonous arrow with his body.

"Yun Ji!" Liu Mengli saw the person's face clearly, and tears flashed in her eyes.

Yun Ji suddenly fell down, the poison arrow deeply embedded in her shoulder. She raised her head with difficulty and said weakly: "Meng Li... reveal the truth quickly, don't worry about me..."

Jiang Yanwan suddenly woke up and immediately said to Wu Junyao: "Take action now!"

Wu Junyao and his soldiers launched a fierce attack, instantly turning the situation around. The black-clad leader was caught off guard and was pierced through the chest by Jiang Yanwan's sword, finally falling to the ground.

"The ministers are safe!" Wu Junyao announced loudly after confirming the situation.

At this moment, Liu Mengli knelt beside Yun Ji, tears streaming down her face: "Yun Ji...you have done so much for us..."

Yun Ji smiled with difficulty: "Meng Li... I have never regretted it. Protecting you is my greatest honor..."

Liu Mengli held her hand tightly and vowed in her heart to complete Yun Ji's unfinished mission.

When they returned to the camp, Yun Ji was properly accommodated and received treatment, but the situation was still not optimistic.

"What should we do next?" Jiang Yanwan took a deep breath and asked.

Liu Mengli wiped away her tears and said firmly: "His Majesty has ordered a thorough investigation, so next we have to expose the Prince of Jin's conspiracy to the Emperor and contact more loyal people to fight back together."

Wu Junyao nodded: "Yes, this time we must make the truth known."

They made a detailed plan and decided to use the collected evidence and witnesses to expose the King of Jin's conspiracy at the next court meeting.

The next morning, the three of them quietly contacted their reliable old subordinates and friends, and gradually formed a powerful underground network.

At a secret meeting, Liu Mengli handed a list to Jiang Yanwan: "These are all the supporters we can win over, and they are all willing to help."

Jiang Yanwan looked at her gratefully: "Mengli, you really helped us a lot."

Liu Mengli chuckled: "We are all working towards a common goal. Remember, we will not back down."

At this moment, footsteps were heard outside, and a messenger ran in in a panic: "Oh no, King Jin's people have discovered our whereabouts..."

Jiang Yanwan clenched her fists: "We must act now!"

Wu Junyao quickly deployed: "Everyone, evacuate immediately and proceed according to the predetermined plan!"

Just as Wu Junyao, Jiang Yanwan and Liu Mengli were preparing to escape, more footsteps and shouts were heard outside. It was obvious that King Jin's pursuers were approaching.

"Hurry, go this way!" Wu Junyao waved his hand and led everyone to retreat from the secret passage.

They quickly passed through the narrow alley, avoided several pursuers, and finally escaped to a relatively safe place. At this time, Liu Mengli suddenly stopped and said, "We can't run away like this anymore. We need to act immediately."

"That's right." Jiang Yanwan nodded, and she looked at Wu Junyao firmly, "Let's act separately. Only in this way can we disrupt King Jin's plan."

"Okay, you and Mengli go find those officials who support us first, and I will go find the emperor's guards. Maybe they can help us." Wu Junyao made a quick decision.

A trace of worry flashed in Liu Mengli's eyes: "Brother Yao, can you do it alone?"

Wu Junyao smiled: "Don't worry, I won't be caught easily." He patted Liu Mengli on the shoulder, "We will meet at the palace gate."

The few of them quickly split into two groups, Liu Mengli and Jiang Yanwan on one group, and Wu Junyao on the other, each heading towards their own goals.

When the surroundings fell into silence, Liu Mengli asked in a low voice: "Doctor Jiang, can we really succeed?"

Jiang Yanwan patted her hands to comfort her: "Mengli, don't worry, we will succeed. We must believe in ourselves and those loyal people."

While they were talking, a familiar shout suddenly came from the alley not far away: "Stop!"

It turned out that the King of Jin's men had tracked them here. The two quickly found a secluded place to hide, holding their breath and not daring to make any sound.

After the pursuers passed by, Liu Mengli breathed a sigh of relief: "That was a close call..."

But Jiang Yanwan frowned: "No, if we continue like this, we will be discovered sooner or later. We have to find a more hidden place."

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