Chapter 500 - 494_1
There were a total of twelve people in the embroidery room, and more than half of them disliked Lun Qin. However, they had to admit that Lun Qin’s embroidery skills were truly admirable. It was just that her character was not very good. Normally, everyone would share their experiences with each other, but Lun Qin was the only one who would never give advice when asked, fearing others would learn her skills. Instead, she would deride and mock them. On a couple of occasions, her words even made someone cry. After that, no one dared to seek advice from her, and gradually, she became isolated by everyone.
Lun Qin was naturally aware of the isolation from everyone, but instead of reflecting on herself, she blamed others, particularly when she saw Lan Fang, who was well-liked. She would always find a chance to vent her frustration by sneering at Lan Fang. Lan Fang was an honest person, repeatedly being mocked by Lun Qin without fighting back, which actually made Lun Qin find it quite uninteresting.
"Putting on such an act, just pretending to be innocent and honest—how could someone so honest win over everyone?" Lun Qin said with a fierce tone, glaring at Lan Fang.
"I haven’t done anything. We’re only discussing and learning embroidery from each other. You’re misunderstanding," said Lan Fang. Even for someone as honest as her, hearing such slander from Lun Qin made her unable to resist defending herself.
"Enough with that pitiful look—it’s disgusting," Lun Qin said, pushing Lan Fang away. Seeing Lan Fang stumble and fall to the ground, Lun Qin felt a rush of satisfaction, having vented the anger she felt in front of everyone.
Dong Xue came from the other side and saw Lun Qin bullying Lan Fang. She could not stand by and watch, "Lun Qin, what are you doing, bullying Lan Fang and even pushing her to the ground? Playing the bully and the coward—I see it’s because Lan Fang is honest that you dare to do this."
"Dong Xue, you better stop with your crocodile tears and mind your own business. What if I pushed her? It’s not like it was you. None of your concern. I just can’t stand to see that hypocritical face, ugh!" Lun Qin spat out, unrepentant.
Dong Xue, seeing Lun Qin’s excessive behavior, helped Lan Fang up from the ground, feeling a mix of frustration and anger, "Lan Fang, can’t you be a little less honest? We’re all embroiderers here, and no one is above anyone else. If she pushes you, just push her back. Why give in to her? Even if it comes to the attention of Lady Musheng, you have us to back you up. Let’s see who will come out on top! Just because her embroidery is slightly better, she acts so arrogant. She hasn’t even been chosen yet and already thinks she’s above the rest—let’s wait and see!"
Dong Xue had always been someone who wouldn’t suffer a loss. She disliked Lun Qin’s arrogant demeanor, and her words were naturally sharp and direct.
"My embroidery skills being superior is my own ability. What’s it to you if you’re unsatisfied? Whether I’m chosen by the lady or not is not your concern. We’ll see what happens!" Lun Qin had clashed with Dong Xue not just once or twice before. Dong Xue was quick with words, and not once had Lun Qin gotten the better of her in a verbal battle, so she was reluctant to entangle with Dong Xue any further and left with some harsh words, leaving Dong Xue and Lan Fang standing there.