Mo Han listened and said, "That is indeed a very **compelling proposal. No wonder it moved your Master."

Liu Yanran nodded in reply, "Of course my Master was tempted. Our Dark Church has always been suppressed beneath the Light Church, never seeing a chance to rise. Now that such a great opportunity has presented itself, we absolutely cannot let it pass. We must at least give it a try."

Mo Han asked, "But what you are doing is essentially asking a tiger for its skin, you understand? The Beast Race must have proposed some conditions for your cooperation, right?" Liu Yanran nodded, "It's strange, actually. The Prophet's request was quite simple: he just asked us to continue doing what we always do—tying up the Light Church and keeping them occupied. He hasn't specified any other conditions. Since our Dark Church and the Light Church have always been in open conflict, a fact known across the entire continent, this proposal is essentially beneficial with no downside for us. Of course, we have no reason to refuse."

Mo Han certainly understood why the Prophet wanted Liu Yanran and her people to distract the Light Church. Only then could the Light Church not focus its full attention on confronting him, making it much easier for him to execute his schemes. If his plan succeeded in eliminating the Tianlong Empire, it would not only successfully weaken human strength but also throw the human continent's order into chaos, fostering deep-seated hatred and vigilance against the Beast Race among humans.

By then, the entire continental situation would inevitably become volatile, while he would have successfully gained control of the Beast Race, holding them in the palm of his hand.

Furthermore, he had won over the Dark Church, securing them as his instruments, instigating conflict between them and the Light Church, thus weakening the strength of both major churches.

What an ingenious plan—killing three birds with one stone. Truly sinister and ruthless in its design.

If events truly unfolded according to his scheme, in two years when the Underworld invaded, humanity would already be severely depleted. How could they possibly stand against the King of the Underworld then? The entire Longteng Continent would inevitably fall into the hands of the Pluto King.

Contemplating these potential consequences, Mo Han broke out in a cold sweat, his expression turning grave.

Seeing Mo Han suddenly fall silent and wear such a serious look, Liu Yanran cautiously asked, "What's wrong? Are you unhappy because we are cooperating with the Beast Race? But that's something beyond my control."

Hearing Liu Yanran's words, Mo Han snapped out of his contemplation and replied, "How could that be? I would never blame you for something like that. If I were your Master, encountering such good fortune, I would likely be tempted too, let alone you all. So, I truly don't hold it against you."

Hearing Mo Han's reassurance, the weight lifted from Liu Yanran's heart. She spoke softly, "I don't know why, but I care so much about you right now, so concerned about what you think of me. Could it be that I owe you from a past life, destined to repay you in this one? Is this what love is?" Hearing this, Mo Han was deeply moved and immediately pulled her into his embrace, speaking gently, "If that is truly the case, then you'll never be able to repay it completely in this lifetime. I want you for the next life, and the life after that. Hmm, let me see... after about a hundred lifetimes, you might just be even."

Liu Yanran, hearing this, spoke shyly, "Then won't you get tired of me, always being around you?"

Mo Han smiled and replied, "Tired? Yes, but I enjoy being bothered by you. That's what gives life meaning."

Liu Yanran smiled and said, "Alright then, I'll bother you every day from now on. Let's see if you can stand it?" Mo Han quickly feigned fear, smiling as he replied, "Heh heh, don't go getting reckless on me. I'm still a virgin, you shouldn't subject me to any violence, like rape, or first assaulting then murdering, or anything of the sort. I will not yield to your dominance. However, if you insist, I might consider agreeing to your demands, hehe."

Liu Yanran's face flushed crimson upon hearing this, "Only nonsense comes out of a dog's mouth. You never say anything decent."

Mo Han chuckled, "I am born in the Year of the Dog, so of course, I can't spit out ivory."

Hearing Mo Han’s response, Liu Yanran looked puzzled, "Is there really someone born in the Year of the Dog? I've never heard of that. You really talk strangely, always trying to trick me."

Mo Han quickly shook his head, his expression earnest, "It's true, I'm not lying to you. If you don't believe me, I can explain it to you slowly. Since it's getting late anyway, why don't we have a meal together and then I can explain everything slowly in the room?" Hearing this, Liu Yanran giggled, breaking free from Mo Han's embrace, and said, "You wish! Knowing it's getting late, shouldn't you hurry back? I'm afraid the people at the inn must be worrying and searching for you everywhere."

Mo Han put on a pained expression, "Yanran, must you be so cruel? I'm still starving. Won't you treat me to a meal?" Liu Yanran laughed heartily, "I intend to let you go hungry, you ungrateful man, to teach you a lesson about bullying me in the future."

Mo Han looked deeply wronged, "What have I done to deserve this? How did I become an ungrateful man? So frustrating, my fate is so bitter." With that, he continued to sigh and lament.

Seeing him, Liu Yanran shook her head helplessly, "Alright, stop putting on such an act. I really have something I need to attend to and must go out for a while, so you’ll have to bear with it for now. Go eat obediently, and I’ll come find you as soon as I’m done, alright?"

Hearing this, Mo Han quickly pressed, "You have to keep your word! I don't even have anyone to talk to here. You must come find me, or I’ll sneak out in the middle of the night to find you!"

Hearing Mo Han's roguish words, Liu Yanran could only reply with gentle exasperation, "I know, I know. Why are you sometimes so much like a willful child? Hurry back now. I promise I'll come find you once my business is concluded."

Only when he heard Liu Yanran’s affirmation did Mo Han leave, thoroughly satisfied.

After Mo Han departed, the sky had already darkened. As soon as he returned to the inn, he saw the official in charge pacing anxiously in the main hall.

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