But when she thought about missing the opportunity to have a tailor-made album by the company, You Mingyue felt somewhat gloomy.

The company’s plan for her was the ’piano prodigy’ persona, and Mrs. Chu recognized only her piano talent.

Currently, the news of her being eliminated hasn’t reached Mrs. Chu yet. When Mrs. Chu finds out that she lost to Xu Yue, she’ll definitely be even more disappointed in her.

If she wants to gain Mrs. Chu’s approval again, it will be very difficult.

Thinking of this, You Mingyue took out her phone and sent a WeChat message to a friend labeled ’D’: [Haven’t found it yet?]

D quickly replied, saying: [I’ve found some leads. I discovered Xu Yue is a troll on the internet, and I’m collecting inappropriate comments he’s made on online platforms. Maybe we can tackle it from this angle.]

After reading this message, You Mingyue felt slightly relieved.

Xu Yue is really an idiot. Knowing that he is an artist, he should be careful with his words and maintain his image. Yet he dares to make confusing statements online, thinking he can hide behind the internet and no one will know who he is?

Deleting the conversation, You Mingyue dipped a brush in blush and swept it across her face, her eyes filled with an uncontrollable smile.

As long as she can catch Xu Yue’s dirt and find a way to tarnish his image, she can kick Xu Yue out of this battle. By then, won’t the opportunity be hers?

Just as You Mingyue was tidying up, Chu Zimu’s chauffeur arrived at the Xu Family.

Downstairs, Xu Zeqing and You Jingqiu enthusiastically poured a cup of tea for the chauffeur, showing a friendly demeanor. "Brother Lin, our Ming Yue is young, and if she says or does anything wrong, we hope you can guide her."

As Chu Zimu’s private chauffeur, Brother Lin is like the head eunuch beside the emperor, deeply trusted by Chu Zimu.

Xu Zeqing and You Jingqiu dare not underestimate him just because he is a chauffeur.

Driver Lin accepted the teacup with both hands, took a sip of water, and then smiled and said, "Miss Ming Yue is knowledgeable, well-behaved, and sensible. Does she need guidance from someone crude like me? Brother Xu and Madam, rest assured."

With this statement from him, You Jingqiu felt assured.

At this moment, You Mingyue came downstairs with her handbag. "Brother Lin, I’m ready."

"Alright then."

Driver Lin took You Mingyue away.

You Jingqiu stood in the foyer, watching them leave, then turned around excitedly, gripping Xu Zeqing’s arm, and said animatedly: "See, our Ming Yue has grown into a graceful beauty, no worse than those young ladies from noble families. Mrs. Chu is willing to take Ming Yue to the Xiahou Family today, which means she sincerely accepts her."

You Jingqiu seemed to already envision her daughter marrying into the Chu Family, becoming the eldest young mistress.

Xu Zeqing also felt gratified, saying: "I hope everything goes smoothly today."

"Of course it will! You’re such a crow’s mouth, stop talking nonsense."

You Jingqiu leaned against the wall and sighed: "Everyone says having a son is better, but I think having a daughter is better. If she marries well, we can all have good lives."

But thinking of You Jiaoyang, You Jingqiu showed a proud expression. "Our Jiaoyang is not bad either, he’s hardworking, knows how to observe, and is sure to stand out in his next exam, officially working at the City Lord Mansion."

"Once Jiaoyang enters the City Lord Mansion, he can meet high-tier people, and maybe find a wife with a prestigious family background."

Just imagining that scene made You Jingqiu feel that life would be complete.

Xu Zeqing nodded with a smile, echoing: "Jiaoyang and Ming Yue both have inherited our best qualities. He might indeed marry into a high-status family. I heard Lord City Lord has a very beautiful cousin favored by Old Master Xiahou. If Jiaoyang earns Lord City Lord’s appreciation and marries his cousin, that would be truly remarkable."

Despite it not being dark yet, the two were already daydreaming.

Seeing Xu Zeqing’s high expectations for You Jiaoyang, You Jingqiu felt immensely proud and satisfied.

She suddenly snorted lightly, "Humph!"

"What is it now?" Having nurtured two outstanding children, Xu Zeqing treated her very well.

You Jingqiu said indignantly: "Jiaoyang and Ming Yue have their current skills because I’ve worked hard to raise them. You didn’t contribute much to raising them. Such a bargain for you."

She then showed a disdainful look and complained: "Mo Yinshu spent lots of wasted money to cultivate Xu Xingguang. National painting, piano, guqin, chess, every hobby class she enrolled Xu Xingguang in. But the result? Other than publishing a few novels, what other achievements does Xu Xingguang have?"