When you can’t use evidence to clear your name of scandalous rumors, absolute skill is the strongest proof.

The direction of the audience’s comments has shifted, no longer unified in questioning and defamation.

The group of haters who were previously the most vocal have now quieted down. Even if they aren’t professional pianists, they possess basic appreciation skills.

The impromptu piano piece composed by Xu Xingguang is far beyond the level an average pianist can achieve; they couldn’t find any faults.

Some audiences who were neutral and merely watching the spectacle now have respect for Xu Xingguang.

[I’ve got goosebumps.]

[I take back my previous doubts and criticisms of Xu Xingguang. I must admit, there truly are geniuses in the world. Granted, she might not be as diligent as You Mingyue and other piano scholars, but no one can deny her piano talent.]

[She’s right; skill is the best evidence to clear any doubts and wash away all scandalous accusations.]

The Entertainment Circle Cleaner finally came back to his senses and remarked, [Master Kaley is right, Xu Xingguang, you are Xia Country’s gift to the world.]

Pleased but unfazed by the praise from the Entertainment Circle Cleaner, Xu Xingguang seemed to never see the other party as significant from the beginning.

She stood up from the piano and returned to the rock to continue fishing.

The Entertainment Circle Cleaner waited for a moment, seeing that Xu Xingguang had no intention to speak, he curiously asked, "Netizens are very curious, why did you sever ties with your father? Would you mind explaining to us?"

Xu Xingguang saw the Entertainment Circle Cleaner’s question, clicked her tongue, and reminded everyone, "A rocket only comes with one question opportunity, next up."

The Entertainment Circle Cleaner: "..."

He was hesitating whether to send another rocket, but then saw more than ten viewers scrambling to send rockets to her in the live stream.

Xu Xingguang mercilessly cut off the Entertainment Circle Cleaner’s call, choosing a netizen named ’Huoxiangzhengqi Liquid Doesn’t Taste Good’ from those who rewarded her.

Xu Xingguang asked him, "What do you want to ask?"

Huoxiangzhengqi Liquid Doesn’t Taste Good asked, consistent with the Entertainment Circle Cleaner’s question, "Could you explain the circumstances under which you severed ties with your father?"

Xu Xingguang chuckled wryly, "Well, about that, it’s a long story. Are you sure you want to hear it?"

The audience flooded the screen with messages: [Yes!]

Huoxiangzhengqi Liquid Doesn’t Taste Good also said, "I’m keen to hear the details."

"It all started 26 years ago..."

In a straightforward tone, Xu Xingguang revealed a deeply hidden secret that had been buried for nearly 26 years to the public.

After hearing her story, the audience responded with anger and disgust.

How can there be such shameless, disgusting people in the world!

No wonder Xu Xingguang severed ties with Xu Zeqing; if it happened to them, setting fire to those shameless lovers on their bed would be justifiable.

*

At the Chu Family Manor, the wedding had already concluded.

After seeing off the guests, You Mingyue returned to the bridal room first and changed into a new gown with the stylist’s help.

The evening was the Chu Family’s banquet; this was her first meal with the Chu Family as the Young Madam. By then, her every word and action would be scrutinized manifold.

If her performance was mediocre, her days after marriage probably wouldn’t be agreeable.

Hence, You Mingyue dared not be careless or negligent.

After putting on the gown, she had just sat down in front of the vanity mirror when she heard the door being pushed open from the outside.

She looked up and saw Chu Zimu walking in with a serious expression.

You Mingyue noticed Chu Zimu’s scrutinizing gaze which made her anxious, realizing there must be something she was unaware of.

"Teacher Lin, please go out first." You Mingyue dismissed the makeup artist, suppressed her anxiety, looked up and asked Chu Zimu, "Did something happen, Brother Chu?"

"You look so stern, it’s a bit scary," she said playfully, trying to ease the tense atmosphere.

Chu Zimu had never shown her a stern face before, so You Mingyue was a bit apprehensive.

With a complex expression, Chu Zimu approached You Mingyue, staring at her innocent, charming face for quite a while before asking, "Do you know your biological father’s identity?"

You Mingyue was stunned.

Biological father?

She shook her head slightly, "My mother has never told me." Realizing something, You Mingyue frowned and said, "Has someone claiming to be my biological father come forward?"