Jin Hong and the disciples behind him were excited upon hearing Long Fei's words, as if they had caught some prey.
They deliberately provoked Long Fei, aiming to lure him into a trap.
Now that Long Fei had agreed to the challenge, they could find an excuse to challenge and defeat Long Fei, making this outsider leave the princess in disgrace.
When it comes to this matter, the disciples of Aurelius surprisingly share the same viewpoint: the benefits should not go to outsiders.
Afraid that Long Fei might go back on his word, Jin Hong stood up immediately and said, "Very well, you have some courage. Let's meet in the challenge chamber, and I'll show you who is the princess's real companion!"
