flstandardbreds Chapter 161 The Beginning of the Mind Game (Continued)
Chapter 161 The Beginning of the Mind Game (Continued)
Liu Tianjiao froze, sweat trickling down his temples as he seemed to realize his mistake. His hand trembled slightly, and the potion swayed in his palm, as if mocking his folly. His gaze darted anxiously across the faces, trying to find an excuse to justify his words, but those familiar faces had already revealed unconcealed fear.
"This isn't the outcome I wanted..." His voice was weak, his expression dazed, and he was secretly panicking. His aura of brilliance and energy instantly dissipated, replaced by unease and stagnation. Liu Tianjiao's confidence vanished in that moment, but the situation before him was already irreversible.
"Young Master Liu, are you destroying your own future?" a senior doctor frowned and said with a worried look on his face. The people in the audience were discussing and speculating about where all this came from.
"I didn't mean that at all! That was me..." Liu Tianjiao tried to defend himself, his words were incoherent, and his impatience was clearly revealed.
At this moment, Yun Mengting gracefully stood up, her delicate eyebrows raised slightly, and she looked at Liu Tianjiao with interest. She looked up at the crowd and spoke in a gentle voice, "Dear doctors, what we are discussing here is that medicine should be based on science and rationality. However, what this Young Master Liu has shown us today is an irresponsible behavior, daring to let others try ineffective medicine without verification."
Her voice flowed like a mountain spring, gradually drawing everyone's attention and stirring their emotions. From Liu Tianjiao's ecstasy to everyone's current indifference to him, the entire process seemed to be under her control, slowly unfolding a vivid picture.
"If the antidote you concocted could truly save lives, you wouldn't have made such a grave mistake. You can prove your innocence before everyone, but these people don't need to be on your side." Yun Mengting's words were as sharp as a sword, piercing Liu Tianjiao's heart. Only then did everyone realize the seriousness of the situation, and they couldn't help but whisper to each other, their eyes flickering with accusations and doubts towards Liu Tianjiao.
"You...how could you do this!" Liu Tianjiao protested in a trembling voice, his face a mixture of anger and disappointment, like a beast cornered. He could no longer face the crowd with a benevolent attitude. The mixture of hatred and shame plunged him into an unprecedented predicament.
"In that case, let's test the effectiveness of this antidote." Yun Mengting smiled faintly, seemingly composed, but in reality, her heart was already surging. She walked to the medicine cabinet nearby and deftly mixed a safe antidote. Without hesitation, she handed it to a participant, her eyes firm yet gentle. "This is the antidote I mixed. It's for your reference only."
"This will open up more directions and options," she whispered to the audience, seeking their trust and support. Everyone's attention naturally focused on her, nodding in agreement and praising her medical skills.
At this moment, Liu Tianjiao realized that the situation had gotten out of control, and the authority he had built up in the hearts of the people had become meaningless. His face turned from red to white, and regret surged like a wave, even his words began to break down: "I was wrong, this was not my intention..."
Yun Mengting showed no mercy to him and smiled coldly: "As doctors, we have a heavy responsibility. Temporary pride and vanity cannot cover up the potential guilt." Every word she said seemed like a heavy hammer, hitting Liu Tianjiao's heart.
As Yun Mengting spoke, the audience gradually shifted their gaze from Liu Tianjiao to the antidote she had prepared. The efficacy was pronounced and immediate, and everyone felt as if they had found the true answer and direction. Their near-collapsed mental state gradually calmed down.
"Yun Mengting, are you so absolute? Why don't you let me prove my ability?" Liu Tianjiao gritted his teeth, his resentment growing. At this moment, he felt as if he had been pushed to the edge of a cliff, surrounded by loneliness and despair.
"I'm simply making you realize that all your glory is but a fragile illusion. True strength requires the test of time." Yun Mengting was relaxed and fearless. In her eyes, her current situation was merely prey in the hunt. She was the hunter in control, waiting for the final prey to be caught.
The atmosphere of the competition heated up as Yun Mengting performed, and everyone's attention shifted more and more towards her. Applause began to break out from the audience, and everyone became more aware of her ability and wisdom. The image of a true princess gradually took shape in their minds.
"The princess is indeed the leader of our pharmacy and a role model of medicine!" A doctor shouted loudly, and voices of approval came one after another, instantly suppressing Liu Tianjiao's momentum and making him feel ashamed.
"I want to defend myself, too!" Liu Tianjiao was furious, his heart like a frantic and wild cheetah, desperately fighting despite being surrounded and blocked. He struggled to find an opportunity, to strike back with seemingly rational words.
However, Yun Mengting's composure and calmness were undoubtedly a shield he could not resist. Every word she spoke was like the roar of a hawk, sweeping across the sky and striking hard at his fragile mind, making it difficult for him to recover.
In the end, with everyone's support and trust, Yun Mengting successfully won the competition, while Liu Tianjiao became a laughing stock. His conspiracy gradually became exposed that afternoon, and the hatred in his heart surged, as if he was pushed to despair by a ruthless wave.
"You will pay the price for your choice today!" Liu Tianjiao lost his mind, the madness flashing in his eyes frightening everyone. The result was obvious. He was no longer the elegant and calm nobleman, but a beast without reason.
"I'm looking forward to that day." Yun Mengting ignored him, a faint smile on her face, like a blooming flower, solemn and elegant. She knew that the situation was not over yet, and this psychological game would continue.
Just as everyone was leaving, Yun Mengting quietly turned back, and through the echoing sound, she left behind the figure of Liu Tianjiao who hated her for not fighting. As the medicine hall became increasingly glorious, her determination became more firm.
The beginning of a psychological game is not only a contest between opponents, but also a competition between the depths of each other's hearts. On this thorny road, Yun Mengting will never retreat. At the same time, she also understands that in this upcoming...