"My mother knows that the things in my room can’t be randomly thrown away, let alone my works. As for the housekeeper, she was dismissed by Xu Xingguang long ago. As for when exactly the piece disappeared and who took it, I didn’t see it with my own eyes, so I naturally can’t assert that it was Xu Xingguang."

"The only thing I can be sure of is that ’Human World’ is indeed my original piano piece."

Anyway, Xu Xingguang can’t prove that ’Human World’ is her original work. Thus, You Mingyue claims that ’Human World’ was created by her three months ago and was stolen for some inexplicable reason.

Who can prove that she’s lying?

After listening to You Mingyue’s explanation and analysis, Chu Zimu’s attitude wavered. "So, you really didn’t plagiarize Xu Xingguang’s work, right?"

Facing Chu Zimu’s serious gaze, You Mingyue nodded calmly, "I’m sure I didn’t."

"Alright!"

Chu Zimu pulled her into his arms and promised sincerely, "Ming Yue, since you say you didn’t, I choose to believe you. I also hope you will live up to my wholehearted trust."

You Mingyue gently hugged Chu Zimu’s waist and said with deep affection, "Brother Chu, I might deceive anyone in this world, but I will never deceive you."

"Mm."

That night, Chu Zimu logged into his official account and made a strong statement: [My wife has recently endured many baseless criticisms and harm. Affected by the scandals of her biological parents, she has been publicly ostracized as a love child. When the plagiarism scandal spread, she, as an illegitimate daughter, lost her right to clarify.

But this is unfair to her.

Indeed, like the public, I also disdain and despise the actions of Mr. Xu and Ms. You.

But my wife is innocent, and she only discovered her real background the day the truth was revealed.

As a husband, I’m very aware of my wife’s character and talent, and I believe she would never commit the disgusting act of plagiarizing someone else’s work.

Ming Yue, I once swore at our wedding to face all storms with you.

This scandal is just the first storm our marriage will face. I will stand steadfastly by your side, confronting all the rumors and accepting the scrutiny of netizens and the investigation of the police with you.

I believe that justice lies in people’s hearts.

Those who have done wrong will ultimately face legal punishment.]

Upon reading Chu Zimu’s dominantly protective essay for his wife, some netizens exclaimed that he is a domineering and passionate CEO, fantasizing that they could marry such a man.

But more rational netizens laughed at his essay, warning him to be careful or he might end up harming himself.

At nine o’clock that night, You Mingyue appeared on Weibo for the first time, posting an update.

This was also her first time expressing her stance after the scandal.

You Mingyue said: [More than three months ago, I created ’Human World’ and casually placed it on the bookshelf in my room. When I remembered it, it was nowhere to be found. In hindsight, it was probably thrown away as trash by the housekeeper. As a professional pianist, I am acutely aware of how detrimental plagiarism can be for a professional pianist. Someone who cherishes their feathers would never do the foolish act of plucking them.

I have never plagiarized anyone’s work, and I am willing to undergo scrutiny from everyone.

I also believe that the truth will eventually come to light.]

You Mingyue’s explanation didn’t directly accuse Xu Xingguang of being the plagiarist but intentionally left a suspenseful note indicating she once lost the original manuscript of the piano piece.

But whether it was thrown away by the housekeeper as garbage or stolen by Xu Xingguang, only heaven knows.

Upon seeing You Mingyue’s explanation, netizens eagerly wanted to know the true big scoop.

For a time, netizens tagged Xu Xingguang en masse, hoping she would appear for an open confrontation with You Mingyue.

Under a flurry of calls, Xu Xingguang finally went online.

Did Xu Xingguang give an explanation?

She did. 𝓯𝓻𝓮𝙚𝙬𝓮𝙗𝒏𝙤𝒗𝙚𝙡.𝒄𝒐𝓶

Her explanation was simple, consisting only of a very brief sentence and a picture of her holding up her middle finger on her right hand.

The sentence read: [I have never seen such a shameless person. Have you? @Young Master Xiahou]

Seeing Xu Xingguang, as a public figure, post such an insulting picture, netizens were stunned.

It seemed that Xu Xingguang was ready to start an open conflict with You Mingyue.

Her straightforward and assertive attitude was far more convincing than You Mingyue’s seemingly gentle yet sarcastic remarks.