Li Tong's ridicule made Niu Ben's heart, which had only just calmed, surge with horror once more.
With his understanding of Li Tong, Li Tong would never speak without reason, nor deceive anyone.
Given Li Tong's certainty and confidence, Niu Ben's persistence had become a joke.
Li Tong's ridicule, that mocking expression, shattered any illusions Niu Ben was holding onto.
"It seems I've really been exposed, Li Tong has come to confront me."
"Ridiculous, ridiculous!"
"Ridiculous that I thought I was well disguised, taking Li Tong's interrogation as a mere test."
"I was too arrogant."
Niu Ben finally had the mindset to face reality, abandoning any self-deceptive thoughts.
His inner turmoil was chaotic and complex beyond measure.
He cast his gaze at Ye Fan and Zhang Lu, now fully understanding that Li Tong loathed him so much that she used almost teasing tactics to strip away his mask.
