Rosa's accusations quickly spread through the crowd. The incident had been known, but only those involved knew the details. Now, with Rosa's twist, many began to look at Lena with suspicion and disdain.
The instructor who had been training Lena stepped forward to defend her, but Rosa interrupted. "She just can't live without men. She came to the training ground to find a strong man to sleep with!"
Rosa's eyes scanned the crowd, making those she glanced at back away.
Soon, nobody dared to get close to Lena.
Even the instructor who wanted to defend her retreated, not wanting to be misunderstood.
No one stood by Lena's side, and no one dared to speak up.
Seeing her plan succeed, Rosa gave a slight smile, but she quickly replaced it with a worried expression as she looked at Lena. "Being with Daniel will only bring him trouble and disaster. Please, leave him!"
"I've already asked for a divorce. He refused me," Lena replied calmly, not understanding why Rosa was making a scene.
Rosa's expression froze, and others looked shocked.
"That's impossible! You're lying!" Rosa shouted, turning to Amy. "I told you she's a liar. It's time to expose her and show everyone her true colors!"
Lena watched them in confusion. She didn't know what they wanted.
Amy removed her jacket, revealing a black tank top and toned muscles beneath.
"Amy, you can't do this!" Kane tried to intervene, understanding Amy's intentions.
"Isn't she here to learn combat?" Amy flexed her wrists, eyes fixed on Lena. "Let's see how much she's learned. Is she here to train or just to find a man?"
Kane tried to protest, but Rosa held him back. "It's just a spar. Don't worry. Amy knows her limits... unless you're trying to protect Lena, huh?"
Kane hesitated, and at that moment, Amy swung a fist towards Lena's face.
The punch was fast and vicious. If it hit Lena's face, it could disfigure or even kill her.
Lena's body reacted faster than her mind, dodging the attack by sidestepping.
Amy looked surprised but didn't stop. She followed up with a hook.
This time, Lena couldn't dodge. She raised her arm to block, absorbing the impact but being knocked down.
"Is that all you've got?" Amy taunted. "It seems you haven't learned much."
"You haven't won yet. Isn't it too early to say that?"
Lena stood up, glaring at Amy.
She knew she couldn't back down now, or she'd prove Rosa right.
Amy smirked, her attacks becoming more ferocious, each punch whistling through the air.
Lena retreated, defending herself desperately. Sweat dripped down her forehead, soaking her hair.
Her combat skills were lacking, but she had incredible resilience.
As long as she didn't give up, the fight wouldn't end.
The training ground echoed with the dull thuds of their battle.
Lena endured Amy's relentless onslaught, her body absorbing countless hits. Each blow brought searing pain, but she stood firm, her eyes unwavering.
The mercenaries and instructors watching showed signs of sympathy.
Amy expected a quick victory, but Lena's tenacity surprised her.
As time passed, Amy's breathing grew labored, and her attack rhythm faltered.
Lena noticed the change, knowing her opportunity was near.
Even the instructor who initially doubted Lena muttered, "She's the most talented student I've taught."
Kane, hearing this, looked at the fight with respect.
Amy, impatient, overreached in her next attack.
Now! Lena sidestepped, grabbing Amy's wrist and pulling her off balance. Using all her strength, Lena landed a solid punch to Amy's face.
Blood sprayed from Amy's nose, and the crowd fell silent.
Lena moved to continue her assault, but Amy broke free and retreated.
By now, Lena had proven she was serious about her training.
However, Amy, humiliated, lost her temper.
As a mercenary instructor, her expertise lay not in regular combat but in deadly techniques honed on the battlefield.
Now, Amy just wanted to kill Lena.
She snarled with fierce eyes, "I'll show you how futile your resistance is."
She lunged at Lena like a wild beast.
"Wait..." Lena didn't want to be killed by this madwoman, but Amy gave her no chance to speak, locking her hands around Lena's throat. The choking sensation grew, and Lena felt Amy's intent to snap her neck.
Lena's heartbeat surged, her vision blurring as her ears rang with the sound of blood rushing. A red haze clouded her sight.
The onlookers held their breath, while Rosa watched with anticipation.
Kane realized the danger and moved to intervene, but someone was faster.
A dark figure flashed by, grabbing Amy's arm just before she could exert her full strength.
"Boss?" Amy's eyes widened in terror at the sight of Daniel, and then she screamed in pain.
Daniel broke her arm and tossed her aside.
Lena clutched her throat, gasping as her breathing normalized.
Her eyes slowly focused on Daniel's broad back, his muscular form barely contained by his black shirt. He stood like an unmovable wall, giving Lena a sense of safety.
The red in Lena's vision faded, but her heart raced uncontrollably.
Her soul, along with her heart, began to tremble.
Daniel glanced back at Lena, ensuring she was safe before turning to Amy on the ground.
"Who gave you permission to touch her?" Daniel grabbed Amy by the neck, lifting her off the ground.
Amy's eyes were filled with despair and fear, her voice failing her as she looked to Rosa for help.
Rosa's expression stiffened. Everyone knew Amy attacked Lena because of Rosa's words.
Rosa couldn't pretend it had nothing to do with her. She ran to Daniel, clinging to his arm and pleading for Amy.
"Daniel, Amy didn't mean any harm. She just wanted to test Lena's skills."
Rosa said and then glanced at Lena accusingly. "Lena intentionally injured Amy's face, causing her to lose control."
Lena almost applauded Rosa's audacity to twist the truth so boldly.
However, Daniel seemed to believe Rosa.