Chapter 1511

• The entire hall fell into an eerie silence. Grant’s words seemed to resonate with everyone. Many started to question the fairness of the competition—if someone like Bright Moon could still stand here and compete despite the allegations, what did that say about their own efforts? Contestants who had poured their hearts into preparing now felt cheated. Some even thought, If rules can be bent and someone can still remain in the competition after being exposed, what’s the point of playing fair?
• The room was filled with judging eyes, all directed at Liza. But instead of shrinking back, she let out a light laugh. It was a pleasant, clear sound—like wind chimes—but it felt oddly out of place in such a tense atmosphere. She scanned the crowd slowly, an amused smile still on her face.
• “What Mr. Grant said does sound reasonable,” she began, her tone calm and graceful. Then she paused deliberately and raised her voice slightly. “But what makes you so sure I don’t have proof, Mr. Grant?”