The Difficult Decision of Searching for the Millennium Snow Ginseng

Despite being troubled by the rumors, Lin Yue and Li Yi still didn't give up on searching for clues about the Millennium Snow Ginseng. They knew that this mysterious letter might be the key to resolving the crisis. After making inquiries from various sources, they learned that the Millennium Snow Ginseng grew on the peak of a distant snow mountain, where the environment was harsh and there were many fierce beasts and unpredictable dangers.

Li Yi looked at Lin Yue, his eyes full of worry.

"Miss Lin, the journey to search for the Millennium Snow Ginseng is perilous. I can't let you take the risk. I've decided to go to the snow mountain myself."

Lin Yue firmly opposed this. She tightly grasped Li Yi's hand and said,

"Your Highness, you are the pillar of the prince's mansion and can't leave easily. Moreover, my medical knowledge might come in handy during the process of searching for the snow ginseng. I want to go with you."

The two of them argued endlessly and neither was willing to back down. Li Yi frowned, with his hands behind his back, pacing back and forth in the room, saying,

"Miss Lin, I'm worried about your safety. The dangers of the snow mountain are far beyond your imagination."

Lin Yue stood up, walked in front of Li Yi, looked directly into his eyes, and said firmly,

"Your Highness, I'm not afraid of danger. We've been through so much together, and I don't want you to face it alone."

Just then, Cuier suddenly rushed in, panting heavily. She said,

"Your Highness, Miss Lin, it's not good. The rumors outside have spread even more widely. The servants are all in a panic, and some even want to leave the prince's mansion."

Li Yi and Lin Yue exchanged a glance and knew in their hearts that they couldn't delay any longer.

Finally, Li Yi let out a helpless sigh and compromised,

"All right, Miss Lin, we'll go together. But you must promise me that no matter what danger we encounter, you must prioritize your own safety."

Lin Yue nodded slightly and a trace of relieved smile appeared on her face.

"Your Highness, don't worry, I will."

For this journey to the snow mountain, Lin Yue and Li Yi began to prepare various supplies. Lin Yue, using her medical knowledge, prepared some commonly used herbs and first aid medicines in case of injuries or illnesses on the way. Li Yi selected a group of loyal and reliable guards and arranged for them to be responsible for protecting everyone's safety.

However, their plan was learned by Liu Er. Liu Er was delighted. He thought this was an excellent opportunity. He immediately contacted the forces outside the prince's mansion, informed them of the news that Lin Yue and Li Yi were about to go to the snow mountain to search for the Millennium Snow Ginseng, and discussed setting up an ambush on the way to get rid of them once and for all.

On the day of their departure, the sky was overcast, as if heralding the impending danger. Lin Yue and Li Yi, accompanied by the guards, rode fast horses and left the prince's mansion. They traveled along the rugged mountain road. Along the way, Lin Yue closely followed Li Yi, with a trace of nervousness and anticipation in her eyes. Li Yi looked back at Lin Yue from time to time, his eyes full of concern.

"Miss Lin, are you okay? If you're tired, we can take a rest."

Lin Yue smiled slightly and said,

"Your Highness, I'm fine. Let's keep going."

When they entered a dense forest, the atmosphere around them became extremely quiet, and only the sound of horse hooves echoed in the silent forest. Lin Yue instinctively tightened the reins in her hand, and a sense of foreboding welled up in her heart. Suddenly, a group of people dressed in black rushed out from all directions and surrounded them. Lin Yue was shocked. She looked at Li Yi and saw that Li Yi remained calm. He quickly drew out his sword and shouted loudly,

"Guards, protect Miss Lin well. Don't panic!"

A fierce battle thus began.