The participating disciples from the Vermillion Bird Hall watched with great interest as the conflict between Tan Lehuan and Baili Hongzhuang unfolded. When they had been criticizing Baili Hongzhuang earlier, they naturally didn't mind joining in.
However, now that Baili Hongzhuang had started fighting back, they had to consider the identity of the Young Mistress. Regardless of how disdainful they felt about Baili Hongzhuang obtaining such a spot, her position as the Young Mistress couldn't be ignored.
If they were to confront Baili Hongzhuang directly now, wouldn't it be equivalent to expressing dissatisfaction with the decision made by the Young Mistress and Hall Master?
They wouldn't do something that would be detrimental to themselves by targeting the one in the spotlight.
However, they were quite pleased to see someone like Tan Lehuan, who was willing to confront Baili Hongzhuang directly.
As Tan Lehuan provoked her, Baili Hongzhuang turned around gracefully, her cold and distant gaze briefly scanning Tan Lehuan. Her red lips lightly parted as she spoke in a cool tone.
"Tan Lehuan, it has always been you attacking me. I haven't said a word. Now you're telling me not to go too far?"
Baili Hongzhuang's expression grew even colder, and her eyes became as frigid as ice. "I think it's you who shouldn't go too far!"
As Baili Hongzhuang's words fell, Tan Lehuan's expression paused. It seemed like... that was indeed the case.
No!
Tan Lehuan wasn't intimidated by Baili Hongzhuang's words. She continued, "Doesn't what your contracted beast says represent you?"
"That's your assumption, not something I said."
Baili Hongzhuang's expression remained indifferent, and she maintained an elegant posture, paying no attention to Tan Lehuan's words.
Seeing Baili Hongzhuang's indifferent appearance, Tan Lehuan felt even more uncomfortable. It was ridiculous that Baili Hongzhuang, who had no strength and relied on connections, was now standing at a high point and accusing her!
"Baili Hongzhuang, I didn't expect you to be so skilled at sophistry. I suppose that's how you obtained opportunities through connections? It's truly shameless!"
Initially, Tan Lehuan had some concerns about Baili Hongzhuang's identity, but now, in her anger, she disregarded all of that.
As soon as these words were spoken, the disciples present looked at each other. It seemed that the conflict between Tan Lehuan and Baili Hongzhuang was about to escalate!
Even if Baili Hongzhuang remained calm, facing Tan Lehuan's accusations would undoubtedly tarnish her reputation.
Just as everyone thought Baili Hongzhuang was about to lose her temper, she sneered and curled her lips in a mocking arc.
"Even if I did obtain opportunities through connections, what does that have to do with you? If you have the ability, you can also rely on connections. If you don't have the ability, then shut your mouth!"
Baili Hongzhuang's words left no room for doubt. She didn't even spare a glance at Tan Lehuan, showing complete disdain. It was as if looking at Tan Lehuan for a moment was a waste of her time.
Tan Lehuan was dumbfounded.
The disciples present were all stunned.
Didn't Baili Hongzhuang just openly admit to using connections?
However, just as Baili Hongzhuang had said, most of the disciples were envious and resentful of her ability to rely on connections. After all, why couldn't they do it themselves?
Tan Lehuan stared blankly at Baili Hongzhuang. Baili Hongzhuang's words had rendered her speechless and unable to refute.
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