The good atmosphere in the room immediately froze. Led by Lin Qian's words, everyone turned to look at Xinghe who sat beside Lu Qi. Even though she was suddenly put under the spotlight, Xinghe maintained her calm countenance.
Lu Qi smiled politely. "Who spread the rumors that Miss Xia knows nothing? She is someone I've personally requested to assist me; she is instrumental to my research."
"Is that so? However, I still don't think she'll be of any use in aiding to cure the president," Lin Qian continued her verbal assault. It was clear to the people in the room that she was doing this on purpose. However due to her family background, no one dared to stand up for Xinghe, no one other than Lu Qi, who also came from a powerful family.
"That's Miss Lin's opinion and you're entitled it; we are not going to bend over backwards trying to justify ourselves to you."
