Chen Li spoke with refreshing directness, making that group of self-important men feel ashamed of undervaluing her. If she didn't take advantage of the situation to assert herself, she would be letting herself down. Her argument was so compelling that it left everyone feeling quite embarrassed.
Since these people followed Liu Xiu, most were those he valued, with fairly decent character. Previously, instigated by Yin Shi and driven by their own interests, they had acted against their conscience. Now, reflecting on their words, they felt some shame and did not dare to refute Chen Li's remarks.