Just then, the Emperor broke into a hearty laugh. "You certainly have a way with words. You're the first person who has ever dared to speak to me like that, but I like your spirit. You are correct; even an Emperor is human and can fall ill. If I ever get sick in the future, I shall call on you first for treatment."

Seeing the Emperor’s surprisingly gentle demeanor, Mo Han’s favorable impression of him grew significantly. Mo Han replied smugly, "Heh heh, thank you for the compliment, Your Majesty. Your encouragement means more than anything to me. I promise I will work even harder in the future."

Murong Tian, watching as the Emperor showed no sign of displeasure, finally let out the breath he had been holding.

The Emperor then smiled and said, "Since you were able to cure Miss Murong's ailment, could you perhaps tell us exactly what condition she was suffering from? It seems everyone who came for this marriage selection assembly will have come in vain. At the very least, my Tian Long Empire needs an explanation for the people who traveled from across the continent."

Hearing the Emperor’s question, Murong Tian couldn't help but feel a pang of anxiety. Although he had instructed Mo Han not to reveal the truth about his daughter being cursed, he was afraid Mo Han might struggle to produce a convincing excuse quickly.

Mo Han calmly opened his mouth and stated, "Heh heh, according to our terminology, Miss Murong's condition is—Parkinson's Disease."

(Mo Han had made this up on the spot, simply throwing out a modern term that people on this continent would likely never recognize.) Indeed, after hearing Mo Han’s words, the Emperor frowned. "Parkinson's Disease? That is indeed a rather rare term. Despite my vast knowledge, I have never heard that name before. It’s no wonder Miss Murong's illness managed to stump so many master healers. Thankfully, this Priest Mo Han happens to be familiar with this condition; this puts my mind at ease."

Murong Tian, hearing the Emperor’s inquiry, immediately rose and spoke up, "Your Majesty, I feel truly guilty that my daughter's illness has caused you such worry. You carry the weight of the entire empire daily, yet you still concern yourself with my daughter’s condition. The Murong family is deeply indebted and will pledge our lives in service to Your Majesty."

The Emperor listened to Murong Tian’s reply and smiled. "General Murong, you are being too formal. Think of the countless meritorious services your family has rendered to my Tian Long Empire; I would never forget them. I have always regarded Miss Murong as one of my own children, so it is only proper that I concern myself with her health."

Mo Han sighed inwardly at the Emperor’s astuteness. With just a few casual sentences, he had managed to secure the Murong family’s loyalty more deeply. The way these figures of high authority conduct themselves is truly extraordinary.

As soon as the Emperor finished speaking, the old general seated next to Gongsun Wuji stood up and addressed the throne. "Your Majesty, since this young brother Mo Han was able to cure Miss Murong’s ailment, we implore him to explain the cause and effect of this disease, as well as the treatment method, so that the citizens of our Tian Long Empire may also benefit. Furthermore, so many people have gathered here from across the continent, including many nobles. I have heard that the Third Prince of the Ao Yue Empire is also among them. If we simply spread a vague name around, I fear it will not satisfy the masses, and could potentially lead to disputes between our nations."

Mo Han sighed internally. The Gongsun family certainly wouldn't let the Murong family sweep this matter under the rug so easily; they couldn't hold back their challenge any longer.

Hearing the old man’s question, the Emperor looked toward Mo Han with a hint of hesitation and said, "General Han Yu speaks soundly. If this is not handled properly, it will indeed harm the reputation of my Tian Long Empire. Young brother Mo Han, would it be convenient for you to disclose the treatment method for this illness?" Before Mo Han could answer, Murong Tian interjected, "Reporting to Your Majesty, General Han Yu’s request is somewhat unreasonable. Everyone has their secrets, and Mo Han’s treatment method should be considered his private knowledge. It would be like demanding that General Han Yu reveal his inherited Dou Qi. I believe General Han Yu would refuse. Forcing Mo Han to speak would surely be unfair."

Murong Tian’s rebuttal left Han Yu momentarily speechless, standing there stunned.

At that moment, Gongsun Wuji also spoke up. "General Mo Han, what you say is slightly misplaced. This is a matter of circumstance. If this were simply a common illness, then young brother Mo Han would certainly not need to disclose his secret. However, this issue now concerns the very prestige of my Tian Long Empire. If we cannot give a satisfactory account to the assembled crowd from the continent, it will inevitably affect our empire’s authority across the land. Compared to the prestige of the nation, personal loss is insignificant. If General Han Yu found himself in this situation, I believe he too would unhesitatingly reveal his Dou Qi secrets. I trust young brother Mo Han understands which holds greater weight between the two and will make the correct choice."

After speaking, Gongsun Wuji smiled broadly at Murong Tian and Mo Han. Hearing Gongsun Wuji’s arguments, the surrounding crowd nodded repeatedly. If Murong Tian were to oppose him now, it would clearly show a disregard for the nation, inviting even greater suspicion from the Emperor.

As expected, Murong Tian frowned upon hearing Gongsun Wuji's words.

Just then, Mo Han adopted an expression of sudden, intense emotion, stood up, and spoke. "General Gongsun is entirely correct. Compared to the nation, the individual is nothing. I naturally understand the gravity of the situation. I am willing to reveal the secret prescription for the cure, but I wish to remind Lord Gongsun of one thing. The reason I agree to reveal the prescription is not because I endorse General Gongsun’s rationale. Our Tian Long Empire has always been founded on military strength and has never feared any person or nation; surely this is the true character of a great power.

Moreover, I suspect few who came for this marriage selection assembly are genuinely here for Miss Murong’s illness. I suspect most are after the Murong family’s lands and assets, or perhaps Miss Murong’s beauty. There might even be spies from other nations lurking among us, gathering intelligence. How many are truly here for Miss Murong’s condition?" Mo Han’s questioning rendered Gongsun Wuji and the others momentarily speechless, as everything Mo Han suggested was entirely plausible—no one could guarantee that spies from other empires weren't present.

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