Mo Han smiled and began to speak, "Little girl, you must tell me honestly. You can't lie to your Brother Mo Han, okay? Are you really the Elf Princess, and what exactly is going on here?" Upon hearing Mo Han's question, Anna could only lower her head, looking like a little girl who had done something wrong, and whispered softly, "Then I'll tell you, but Brother Mo Han, you mustn't get angry, okay?"

Mo Han heard this and nodded with a smile, saying, "Alright, I won't be angry. Go ahead and speak."

Anna then spoke in a low voice, "Actually, what Elder Ai Rui said is true. I really am the Elf Princess. It's because our elf tribe has a rule: before any elf comes of age, they must travel the continent to broaden their horizons. This journey lasts for half a year and only then are they considered truly adult. So, I set out on this journey a year ago. Afterward, I met Sister Dali, and eventually, I met you, Brother Mo Han."

Mo Han responded after hearing this, "So that means your travel time has long passed, is that right?" Anna nodded, saying, "I was supposed to return a few months ago, but at that time, I couldn't bear to leave Sister Dali and the others, so I stayed. Later, when I was thinking of leaving, who knew I would run into you, Brother Mo Han? Then I couldn't bear to leave again, so..."

Anna's voice grew quieter and quieter toward the end; if Mo Han hadn't been listening intently, he might not have caught the last words.

Mo Han smiled and spoke, "Silly girl, I thought it was some major issue. You can go back first, and then come find us later. Or, it's the same if we go visit you. Besides, if you go back, your family won't have to worry about you anymore. After all, you are an Elf Princess; if anything untoward happened to you, it would be disastrous, and the Elf Tribe would be thrown into chaos."

Hearing Mo Han's words, Anna's eyes welled up, and she said tearfully, "Brother Mo Han, do you want me to leave too?" Seeing this, Mo Han quickly said, "Silly child, it's not that I want you to leave, but these are your responsibilities, do you understand? If you have family, you should cherish them well, otherwise, by the time you regret it, it will be too late. Do you understand? Unlike me, even the thought of reuniting with my family is just a fantasy now; I must walk alone."

Mo Han felt a touch of melancholy as he said this.

Seeing this, Anna quickly spoke with urgency, "Brother Mo Han, don't be sad! You are not alone. You still have me and Sister Dali! We are willing to be your family and keep you company, so you won't be lonely. Truly."

Mo Han smiled and stroked Anna's head, saying, "Alright, of course, I know that. I already consider you both my family, understand? So you must be good and obedient, and stop making Brother Mo Han worry. Go back obediently first and don't let your family worry. We will definitely come find you then, and won't you get to see me?"

Hearing Mo Han's words, Anna quickly said, "Then Brother Mo Han, you must keep your word. You can't lie to me! Once I go back, I can't come out again. You absolutely must come to pick me up, and I will definitely wait for you."

Mo Han heard Anna's words and asked with a puzzled tone, "Why can't you come out? What kind of ridiculous rule is that?" Anna nodded, "This is a rule our elf tribe has followed for a very long time. Only elves who are about to come of age are allowed to travel and gain experience outside. Otherwise, we must remain within the Elven Forest and cannot leave, unless there is a special matter or the Queen grants permission."

After hearing Anna's explanation, Mo Han finally understood why she had been so reluctant to return earlier. Mo Han smiled, patted Anna's head, and said, "So that's how it is. No wonder you didn't want to go back just now."

Hearing Mo Han's words, Anna's face flushed slightly as she said, "Brother Mo Han, you still haven't promised my request! You must come see me."

Mo Han nodded with a smile, "Hehe, of course. I could never bear to part with our little Anna. You are so good; I will definitely come to find you. You just wait there to receive me then."

Hearing Mo Han's reply, Anna jumped up happily and exclaimed, "Brother Mo Han, you must keep your word; don't lie to me! Then I will wait for you in the Elven Forest!"

Mo Han also nodded, smiling, "When have I ever lied to you? Don't worry. When have you ever seen your Brother Mo Han break his word?" Anna quickly nodded, "I know, Brother Mo Han is the most trustworthy person. I believe you are definitely not that kind of person."

Hearing Anna's compliment, Mo Han smiled wryly and said, "Little girl, when did you learn to flatter? Am I really that great? Heh heh, I didn't realize it, but I'm very happy to hear it. Alright, I promise to visit you as soon as possible, but you must go back obediently first, understand?" Upon hearing this, Anna nodded her head in contented agreement.

Then, she happily took Mo Han's hand and walked toward Ai Rui and the others.

Upon reaching Ai Rui and the group, Anna announced, "Elder Ai Rui, I promise to go back with you, but I need to say goodbye to my friends first. Can you wait for me for a moment?" Ai Rui and the others, seeing that Mo Han had managed to persuade their headache-inducing princess in just a few words, all stared at Mo Han with looks of admiration. After all, this was their Elf Princess; these elves knew her temperament quite well, and they couldn't believe Mo Han could persuade Anna to return obediently so easily.

Ai Rui heard Anna's request and quickly replied with a smile, "Of course, Your Highness. As long as you are willing to return with us, everything is negotiable. Hurry up and go."

Hearing Ai Rui, Anna quickly thanked him happily and then ran straight toward Dali and the others, leaving Mo Han standing there.

Mo Han just smiled, watched Anna's retreating figure, and shook his head gently.

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