At that moment, Mo Han spoke with a smile, "Heh heh, let's go out together. I'll take you all to watch a good show. Anna, could you bring me the paper and pen from that table? I have a use for them."

Anna, hearing Mo Han's words, obediently agreed, trotted to the table, picked up the paper and pen, and handed them to Mo Han. She then looked at him with unconcealed curiosity, wondering what he intended to do. Mo Han, taking the supplies, merely smiled and said, "Heh heh, don't rush. You'll see the good show soon enough."

Everyone in the room was quite familiar with Mo Han's disposition; whenever he spoke like this, someone was destined for misfortune. They simply didn't know which unlucky soul had crossed Mo Han this time.

Meanwhile, in the grand hall of the Murong residence, the Minister of Rites, Chen Fu, sat leisurely sipping tea, secretly delighted. He mused that Mo Han was indeed a good person; he hadn't expected that merely helping him find a etiquette tutor would result in his release, not to mention Mo Han promising to speak well of him to the Emperor. Thinking of how the Emperor would praise him, Chen Fu’s mouth couldn't help but curve into a grin.

Just then, Mo Han, accompanied by Murong Tian and the others, walked in with smiles plastered on their faces. Seeing Mo Han and Murong Tian, Chen Fu hastily stood up respectfully and spoke, "This subordinate pays respects to General Murong, and to Special Envoy Mo Han."

Murong Tian merely gave a faint acknowledgement with a hum, but Mo Han enthusiastically stepped forward, clapping Chen Fu on the shoulder, and said, "Minister Chen, I never imagined you would come in person. How can I possibly be so bold as to let you?"

Chen Fu quickly forced a smile, saying, "Special Envoy, you are too kind. You risked such great danger to the Beast Tribes for the nation; this small matter I handle is nothing."

Mo Han also smiled, "Your patriotic heart is truly beyond reproach, sir. I will certainly inform His Majesty of your devotion. Please, sit down, Minister."

Hearing Mo Han's string of praises, Chen Fu’s face nearly split with delight. He hastily replied, "This is what this subordinate should do. Compared to you, Special Envoy, I am far behind. You flatter me too much."

Mo Han naturally knew these were just polite formalities, and said nothing more, simply returning to his seat with a smile.

As soon as he was seated, Chen Fu immediately spoke up, "May I ask if the bill for the etiquette tutor has been prepared? This subordinate has brought the gold coins."

Chen Fu was still marveling at Mo Han's meticulousness, even drafting a bill for such a small matter.

Mo Han heard this and smiled, "Heh heh, the bill is ready. Minister Chen, please take a look."

With that, he handed the bill in his hand to the attendant beside him, who swiftly carried the document over to Chen Fu.

Chen Fu took the bill with a smile, but after just one glance, the smile froze on his face, and his expression instantly soured.

Chen Fu cautiously inquired, "Special Envoy, has this bill been tallied incorrectly, or has some detail been mistaken?" Hearing Chen Fu’s reply, Mo Han quickly adopted a solemn expression and stated, "It is correct. I have laid out the plan in detail on it. Let me explain it to you. It is extremely difficult to hire a decent etiquette teacher now. If we hire someone incompetent and embarrassing incidents occur during our mission to the Beast Tribes, that would be bad enough. If etiquette issues lead to misunderstandings between us and the Beast Tribes, that would be even worse.

Therefore, of course, I must hire a superior teacher. Don't you agree, Minister Chen?" Hearing Mo Han's reasoning, Chen Fu could only nod repeatedly from the side, replying with a grimace, "Indeed, indeed, it is proper to hire someone better."

Mo Han continued, "Precisely. I have already found an etiquette tutor renowned across the continent, universally acknowledged as the most well-mannered instructor."

Chen Fu carefully asked, "May I ask which esteemed teacher that is?" Mo Han replied with a smile, "It is Miss Murong, the beloved daughter of General Murong! Consider the family tutelage and etiquette of the Murong family—it is absolutely beyond reproach, recognized across the entire continent, even praised without end by the Emperor himself. Minister Chen, could it be that you think the Murong family’s etiquette is somehow lacking?" Chen Fu was startled by Mo Han’s question. Was Mo Han trying to pin the blame on him? Offending the Murong family would surely ruin his career. He quickly refuted, "Absolutely not. Who doesn't know that General Murong’s family upbringing is the finest? Special Envoy, please stop joking."

Daili and Murong Feixue, hearing Mo Han’s words, couldn't help but suppress smiles, already beginning to pity the unfortunate Chen Fu.

Mo Han nodded, stating, "Since you agree, sir, then my choice is confirmed. Think about it: a great teacher naturally commands a high price. Minister Chen, you have been in the Imperial Capital for so long; when have you ever heard of Miss Murong personally offering etiquette lessons? Miss Murong's status is so noble; since I am inviting her to instruct me, the compensation naturally cannot be low. Wouldn't you agree?" The pitiful Chen Fu, listening to Mo Han, knew full well Mo Han was fleecing him, yet he found himself completely unable to refute. He could only answer with a wry face, "That is true, Special Envoy. Miss Murong's status is incomparable to ordinary tutors."

Mo Han pressed on, "Then, in paying this sum to have Miss Murong teach me etiquette, do you not agree it is justifiable? It is not too much. Considering Miss Murong's standing, I actually strained myself, holding my face steady to request this of her, thinking of your difficulties, Minister. It is already a remarkably low sum. For an ordinary person, no amount of money would persuade Miss Murong to teach them, would it? Miss Murong is not someone to be swayed by mere gold."

By the time Mo Han finished speaking, Chen Fu was utterly speechless. He finally understood why Mo Han had let him off so easily that other day—this was the trap waiting for him.

However, everything Mo Han said was logical. By invoking the Murong family, Chen Fu had no ground to argue against his terms. He could only grit his teeth and say, "Special Envoy, please say no more. I understand. It’s just that I don't have that much gold on me right now. Please allow this subordinate to return and prepare everything before bringing the gold to you."

Hearing this, Mo Han immediately smiled broadly, "Minister Chen’s patriotism is truly unmatched! I will certainly report this to the Emperor. Bring the funds when you have them ready; I am in no hurry."

Hearing this, Chen Fu quickly spoke up, "If that is the case, then this subordinate shall take his leave now to prepare the gold coins."

With that, he bowed respectfully to Mo Han and Murong Tian in farewell.

Mo Han feigned concern, "Minister, you've worked so hard to come here; why the rush to leave? Why not stay for dinner?"

Seeing this, Murong Tian also offered a polite request for him to stay. Chen Fu waved his hands repeatedly, saying, "Thank you both for your kindness, but this subordinate has urgent matters. I will visit again another time."

With that, he hurried out anxiously, as if fleeing for his life.