Chapter 694

Mo Chuan did not know about this, but hearing Na Mu Cuo's words, it was perfect. This was killing two birds with one stone.

First, if she was really sick, after taking this snow ginseng, she would be cured no matter how serious her illness was. Moreover, this snow ginseng had the effect of strengthening the body, so it was very beneficial to her.

Second, Na Mu Cuo's request to compete again was equal to giving a second challenge. If she could win again, then West Chu would win the second round.

So he said, "Shao Yang, this snow ginseng is very hard to come by, so just take it. It'll help the princess recover faster."

Chu Shao Yang almost crushed his teeth from gritting them. He suddenly looked up and glared at Mo Chuan.

In his mind, this must have been the emperor's idea. He and Na Mu Cuo had colluded to come up with this idea to force him.

He definitely could not agree!

But in front of everyone's eyes, he couldn't not agree.

He hesitated for a bit before reaching out to take the gift box from the servant's hands. With a serious expression, he said, "This king thanks your highness for your gift. I believe that after the princess takes it, she will be able to recover. When her body recovers, naturally she will be able to compete with your highness again."

His words were cleverly and ambiguously phrased. It was neither a promise nor a refusal.

Although Na Mu Cuo was very smart, he was very straightforward. He did not understand the meaning behind Chu Shao Yang's words at all. Seeing him take his gift, he thought that he had agreed. He couldn't help smiling as he was in high spirits. Standing up, he placed his right hand on his left chest and bowed to Mo Chuan.

"Your majesty, this prince will leave first. This prince will wait for news in the guest house. I hope that the princess can recover soon and fight with this prince again."

Mo Chuan could hear the hidden meaning behind Na Mu Cuo's words, but it was not convenient for him to remind Na Mu Cuo.

His long brows slightly knit as he gave a slight nod to Na Mu Cuo.

Na Mu Cuo turned to leave with large steps. He did not even look back and did not even look at Chu Shao Yang.

In his eyes, only Mo Chuan was his opponent. He did not place Chu Shao Yang in his eyes at all.

Chu Shao Yang's heart was filled with anger, but he did not show it on his face. Instead he curled his lips and revealed a faint smile.

"Emperor, this minister will also leave first. This minister is worried about the princess' illness and wants to give this snow ginseng to her as soon as possible. I ask the emperor for permission."

Although Mo Chuan knew that his words were not sincere, he could only nod in agreement.

"King Ding Yuan, this one hopes to receive the good news of the princess' recovery as soon as possible. The hopes of our West Chu Country are all on her."

He stared at Chu Shao Yang with a deep gaze, hoping that he could understand the meaning behind his words. He hoped that he could put the country's affairs first and his personal feelings second.

Chu Shao Yang looked like he did not understand his meaning as he lowered his eyes.

"This minister will leave.

After he finished speaking, he slowly withdrew from the main hall. Then, the corners of his purple robe fluttered as he disappeared into the darkness.

Mo Chuan kept staring at his back until he couldn't see a corner of his clothes anymore. His right hand was placed on the armrest of the chair and the sturdy wood suddenly released a "ka" sound, breaking in half.

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Chen Ning was still in a daze when she suddenly felt the light from the lamp. She opened her eyes and saw a tall figure standing in front of her bed. He was holding a candlestick in his hand and was slightly bent over, staring right at her.