Now everyone present knew the truth.
Benico had said so himself.
The guests who had praised Lucinda a few minutes ago now looked at her angrily.
Tess’ eyes were full of contempt.
She proudly raised her chin.
“You heard it. Master Perez confirmed that you are not his apprentice You liar! You have stolen from the master, and you will be punished!”
Cyrus frowned and was about to say something, but Lucinda grabbed his wrist.
Stepping forward, Lucinda smiled.
“I never claimed to be Benico’s apprentice. Why would I feel ashamed?”
Tess was stunned.
Carlson looked embarrassed. He had brought up the matter first.
Lucinda hadn’t really admitted it, nor did she deny it either.
Did she deliberately stay silent so that everyone would misunderstand the situation?
Lucinda’s words didn’t satisfy those present. On the contrary, they hated her more.
Tess snorted.
“Then you stole Master Perez’s martial arts moves.
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Explain yourself!”
Lucinda covered her bright smile with her hand.
“You seem sure that I stole from Benico, ignoring the possibility that he learned from me.”
The audience were in uproar. Criticisms became more and more intense.
“Oh my God! How dare she?”
“How can she have the audacity to say that?”
“How arrogant she is!”
“She uses Master Perez’s first name as though they are intimate friends. She is so ill bred. I’m really shocked!”