"We, Fauwille's ingenious designers, are outshining you. Does that incite your fury? If you possess the audacity, step forward and attempt to challenge us!"

The final Fauwille enthusiast delivered his proclamation with an unwavering air of arrogance.

His words dripped with disdain. How dare those individuals from Hualand deride them! Humph! Insignificant adversaries!

He was resolved to demonstrate who held the upper hand.

He continued to taunt his adversaries for a few more minutes but when his friends suggested engaging in a game of League of Legends, he eagerly launched the game. However, to his shock, he found himself unable to command his in-game character effectively. He met his virtual demise multiple times and, ultimately, suffered defeat. His companions didn't hold back their reproach.

Puzzlement overcame him. Something was amiss. Had his computer malfunctioned?

In the very next moment, he watched with a mixture of dread and astonishment as his mouse pointer on the screen moved of its own volition, methodically liquidating all his hard-earned equipment and prized heroes.

All his hard-earned digital assets!

"Nol"

In a surge of panic, he seized his computer and bolted downstairs in search of assistance. Yet, as he reached the lower level, his computer screen abruptly faded to black.

The computer repair specialist examined the malfunction but then shook his head solemnly. “I'm afraid this computer is beyond repair.

It's been compromised. Did you visit any dubious websites recently?"

"No, someone is attacking me!"

A sudden realization struck him regarding the possible culprit. “It must be her!"

The computer technician regarded him with incredulity, akin to one observing a patient with a perplexing mental disorder, before returning to his repair work.

With despair etched across his face, the man cradled his computer, a vessel of frustration. The contemptible Hualand individuals had truly incited his ire!

Much to her surprise, Lilah's remarks managed to amass a substantial following.

A profound sense of patriotism coursed through the majority of Hualand's citizens, rendering them unable to tolerate the affront to their homeland.

One individual, in particular, sent Lilah a confidential message.

"Today, I attended this international exhibition, paying a significant sum for the tickets. The experience left me on the brink of a heart attack due to sheer fury. The Fauwille faction is evidently targeting us. Not only did they relegate our country's designs to inferior positions but they also encouraged people to ridicule our creations. I had an overwhelming urge to confront them right then and there but managed to restrain myself.

Yet, that's not the most infuriating part. To add insult to injury, I spotted Bernard Stein there. You should be aware that Bernard used to serve as the vice president of our Design Association but he was dismissed and now he's collaborating with Fauwille. He openly partook in ridiculing our designs, asserting that designers from our nation lack any taste or aesthetic sense. Someone should have put him in his place for that!"

Bernard denigrated his own country in support of the adversary?

Lilah was genuinely taken aback. This Bernard was even more despicable than she had previously envisioned.

As she contemplated this disturbing revelation, her phone began to ring.