Because this description was so amusing, the onlookers who had been watching from behind also burst into laughter.
Several people even bowed to Bai Xiaoxiao in admiration, "You truly are formidable, woman."
Bai Xiaoxiao remained unfazed, a faint smile gracing her lips, her expression one of detached calm. "I merely spoke the truth, there's no need for such praise."
"If you have time, you should rather concern yourselves with our very own Bai Dandan, who spews filth from her mouth. I recall her often acting flirtatiously towards my cousin, even dressing provocatively to try and seduce him last time."
Bai Ziyun sneered, "Exactly! It's a pity cousin paid her no mind. She's likely jealous now and can only smear others to alleviate her own envy."
The combat prowess of these two sisters was far from ordinary.
With every word, Bai Dandan was left in an untenable position.
Bai Qiuyan stepped forward, intending to defend Bai Dandan.
"You two, stop spouting nonsense here. None of this is true. You speak as if it's fact, but who actually saw it!"
Upon hearing this, Bai Xiaoxiao's expression instantly changed, her voice rising again, "Right! No one saw it! Then how can you accuse Gu Qianying of something out of thin air? You are truly remarkable!"
"This..."
Bai Qiuyan was instantly rendered speechless and could only retreat silently, joining Bai Dandan, who was weeping uncontrollably. Her eyes were filled with hesitation.
Gu Qianying was utterly astonished by Bai Xiaoxiao's ferocity. She held the pastry in her hand for a long time, unable to take a bite, her mouth agape.
Bai Dandan and Bai Qiuyan were left speechless, and the once lively gathering fell silent once more.
Bai Xiaoxiao raised an eyebrow, "Apologize? You two slandered someone and dare not apologize? Is that reasonable?"
Bai Dandan and Bai Qiuyan were naturally indignant.
The two frantically sought help from Bai Lu beside them, "What should we do? We only wanted to vent your anger, we never expected this to happen!"
On any other day, Bai Lu would have let the matter pass.
But today was different; she disliked Gu Qianying.
Bai Lu simply stood up and gave a slight cough. The murmuring crowd quickly ceased their discussion and turned their attention towards her.
This was Bai Lu!
The proud daughter of the Sheng Yu family, a peer to Bai Yufeng, whom no one dared to slight.
Bai Xiaoxiao sensed something was amiss and quickly pulled Bai Ziyun back, a flicker of unease in her eyes.
Bai Lu stepped forward, casting a sidelong glance at Gu Qianying, and suddenly let out a cold sneer, "Miss, do you realize your mistake in today's events?"
Gu Qianying closed her mouth and set down the pastry in her hand.
She chuckled, finding the situation inexplicable, and asked with a hint of confusion, "What does this have to do with me? I am truly bewildered. Could you explain, Miss?"
Bai Lu's expression turned grim. Even standing still, she exuded an oppressive aura.
"They were discussing you, weren't they!"
"As a party involved, seeing the situation escalate, you did nothing to intervene. This pleasant banquet has turned into a gladiatorial arena for others. Do you not think this is your fault?"
This reason was truly far-fetched. Not only Gu Qianying, but even the onlookers found it baffling.
"What does this have to do with Gu Qianying? This is clearly an undeserved calamity."
"Exactly! If I were slandered like that, I'd be the one lashing out, not staying silent. And now they're blaming her? I think there must be ulterior motives."
However, some felt Gu Qianying deserved it.
"Nonsense, I think Bai Lu is absolutely right. This person has an ambiguous relationship with Bai Yufeng and should have kept her distance. Why is she here in front of us?"
"Precisely, it's because this woman is here to annoy us, so she deserves it."
Amidst the crowd's discussion, Gu Qianying's expression grew increasingly displeased, her brows furrowed tightly, unable to smooth out for a long time.
Bai Xiaoxiao looked surprised and quickly rushed to Gu Qianying's side.
"Don't pay them any mind. Bai Dandan and Bai Qiuyan are one thing, but that's Bai Lu. If Bai Yufeng doesn't intervene, you might be in trouble."
Gu Qianying's gaze deepened, but she remained silent.
She could clearly sense the hatred in this woman's eyes.
Seeing Gu Qianying's silence, Bai Lu quickly pressed on, "So you admit you've done something wrong, right?"
"In that case."
"Then you, and these two hangers-on beside you, all come and apologize to Bai Dandan and Bai Qiuyan. They did nothing wrong. Your sharp tongues are your transgression."
At this declaration, a wave of astonishment swept through the crowd.
The word "far-fetched" was almost etched onto Bai Lu's face.
Gu Qianying had initially intended to endure it, not wanting to quarrel.
After all, this person held the power to decide Bai Yufeng's fate.
But regarding this incident today, Gu Qianying could only utter a curse.
Bullshit.
She could no longer tolerate these baseless accusations and insults.
With a swift motion, she flung a cup of tea directly into the faces of Bai Dandan and Bai Qiuyan.
Before the two women could react, water streaks marred their powdered faces.
They were instantly startled, letting out screams, and frantically clutching their cheeks, they erupted in fury.
"Are you insane? How dare you lay hands on us! Do you have no regard for rules?"
Gu Qianying completely ignored them and tossed the teacup before Bai Lu, raising her eyes slightly, "Young Miss, I'd like to ask you, why do you think I did this?"
Gu Qianying's actions were quite extreme.
Bai Lu's aversion to her intensified.
Her tone was icy, "I only see you disregarding rules, nothing else. I hope you understand that in the Sheng Yu family, there are Sheng Yu family rules. You are making a scene in public like this, and I am qualified to have you escorted to prison."
Gu Qianying feigned fear but quickly regained her composure.
She tutted, "A fine threat of being sent to prison. Then I'd like to ask, what about falsely accusing others and slandering a woman's reputation?"
"And what about them, like gossiping old hens, shouting loudly here?"
"My retaliation is perfectly normal. Is my friend wrong? These people spewing such vile words are indeed spewing filth from their mouths, and they've even been somewhat restrained. If it were me! I wouldn't let you off so easily."
Faced with Gu Qianying's aggressive stance, Bai Lu, for once, lost her composure.
She waved her sleeve, angrily pointing at Gu Qianying, "You dare to utter such vulgarities in front of everyone."