The Lin family's little boy returns to being eight years old, taking his family to new heights.

Lin Xi and Teacher Yang entered the waiting room and found two empty seats to sit down.

Sitting next to her was a little girl who was even younger than her.

A slender woman dressed simply was adjusting her collar; she appeared to be her mother.

At this moment, a middle-aged woman in the front row turned around, glanced at the scene, rolled her eyes, and said, "How come there are such young children? This program must be rigged."

Her voice was sharp and sarcastic, and everyone in the waiting room heard it, falling silent as they turned to look at her.

Although the woman was dressed in jewels, she had a fleshy face and her bloated body almost pushed her son off his seat.

Everyone knows who we're talking about.

Most of the kids who made it to the semi-finals were thirteen or fourteen years old, but these two kids were clearly under ten.

Ms. Yang was a reserved person and didn't want to bother with that unreasonable person.

He glanced at Lin Xi, who seemed indifferent, and then remained silent.

Lin Xi also felt that there was no need to pay attention to this kind of person; whether they could survive to the finals was another matter.

But the little girl sitting next to me didn't look too good.

Perhaps because she is young, she cares a lot about what others think; she was looking down and her eyes were a little red.

Lin Xi has always been soft-hearted towards children and was worried that the little girl's condition would affect the competition, so she said, "Little sister, don't worry about it. Do your best in a little while, and we'll make it to the finals together."

Just as the little girl's complexion improved, the woman said again, "Tsk tsk, some people will really lose all sense of shame just to get on TV."

"Son, let me tell you, people shouldn't make boastful claims easily."

The little girl held back her tears for a long time, but finally couldn't hold them back and they flowed down her cheeks.

The woman beside her also had red eyes and was wiping away her child's tears.

Xiao Yi's mind was screaming, "Is this old woman crazy? She's being so sarcastic and weird. I really want to slap her."

Lin Xi and Yang Qingning were also somewhat angry.

Just as Yang Qingning was about to say something, she saw Lin Xi turn her head to look at her, her small face tense, and she said solemnly, "Teacher Yang, it is said that everyone needs a mirror so that they can often look at themselves and know what kind of person they are."

However, those who are self-aware don't need to look in the mirror, and those who are not self-aware won't benefit from looking in the mirror.

The woman in the front row immediately flew into a rage upon hearing this. She jumped up, turned around, pointed at Lin Xi, and shouted, "Who are you talking about?"

"Auntie, I didn't mention your name. Why are you so agitated? Did you assume it was someone specific? Which one are you referring to? Someone who knows their own limitations, or someone who doesn't?"

The girl's clear voice rang out, youthful yet resonant.

Everyone in the waiting room, including the staff, was looking in this direction.

"You ill-mannered brat! Who taught you to talk like that?"

Yang Qingning's face suddenly turned cold. She stood up and stared at the domineering woman, saying, "Who taught you to talk like that? Who gave you your confidence? Is it the fat on your face or the fake bag you're carrying?"

"At your age, to say such vicious things to a child, have you wasted your youth?"

His voice was colder than ever before, and his eyes were like knives.

Lin Xi looked at Teacher Yang with admiration.

Late but here! Teacher Yang, who takes attendance in class, is here! Whoever she calls on is doomed!

Xiao Yi also said admiringly, "Hahaha, Teacher Yang is so cool, she'll shut her up."

For some reason, the middle-aged woman felt a little intimidated by the woman's furrowed brows and imposing gaze.

But she still stubbornly shouted, "Who are you? Who said I'm carrying a fake bag?"

The sound was still sharp, but not as loud as before.

The boy next to her tugged at his mother's sleeve, trying to get her to sit down, but his mother slapped his hand away.

With so many people watching, she can't afford to lose.

Lin Xi didn't want everyone to watch the show.

"Auntie, no matter who we are, as an elder and a mother, how can you speak ill of other people's children, mock and curse them? Doesn't your conscience hurt? How would you feel if someone did the same to your son one day?"

You keep telling your son not to boast, yet you yourself act sarcastic and mean-spirited in public. If I were your child, I would definitely feel ashamed.

Furthermore, your claim that the production team rigged the show is an insult not only to the entire production team but also to all the contestants, including your son.

The staff members standing nearby all nodded in agreement. Yes, yes, we were really wronged.

The little girl's mother, who had been silent all along, straightened up and stood up, loudly questioning, "Yes, what gives you the right to say that about us? I could say you got in through connections!"

At this moment, the others in the room began to whisper among themselves.

"That woman's words were really awful, especially directed at a child. She's really shameless."

"They even claim there's something fishy going on. That's outrageous! We were elected through fair and square."

"We are too. My child is naturally good at English and always comes in first place."

"Maybe her child really got in through connections, otherwise why would she think such things about others?"

......

Seeing that everyone was targeting her, the middle-aged woman sat down, her face flushed, clenching her fists so tightly that her nails dug into her palms, but she stopped talking.

The boy beside him lowered his head deeply, trying to bury himself.

The little girl's mother looked at Lin Xi and Teacher Yang with gratitude, "Thank you so much for speaking up for us earlier. I'm not good with words and couldn't really help you."

She's useless; she can't even protect her own daughter. She's not as brave as a little girl.

She should learn from this woman; her words are like knives, as if they could kill—she's incredibly sharp.

"It's okay, Auntie. She's talking about me too. I'm just defending myself. Little sister, focus on the competition later and don't let it affect you."

"Thank you, sister. I will try my best." The little girl smiled sweetly, which was absolutely adorable.

Teacher Yang found it somewhat amusing to watch Lin Xi comfort others like a little adult.

Even though she was only an eight-year-old child, she not only didn't cry or make a fuss in the situation just now, but was also able to refute it logically and with evidence. It was as if an adult's soul was contained in this small body.

I have to say, Teacher Yang is right again...

[Ding. The host's righteous words have had a positive impact on the little girl, making her fully engaged in the competition. 100 Love Coins awarded.]

The host's righteous words had a positive impact on the little girl's mother, strengthening her belief in protecting her child and enhancing her courage to fight injustice. [Reward: 1000 Love Coins]

"Hey? Xiao Yi, why did the little girl's mother give her such a big reward?"

“Host, she is so pitiful. Her mother-in-law often bullies her, and her husband not only doesn't help her, but also beats her. Although you only did a very small thing, it changed her fate.”

Lin Xi didn't know that this woman later divorced, sued her husband, used the compensation to start a company, and became a successful businesswoman.

She would remember for the rest of her life the clever and brave little girl and the woman with eyes like knives.

Only a proper counterattack can bring about the justice that is due...

These 1100 Love Coins have finally helped Lin Xi recover some of her losses. She almost went bankrupt buying walnuts a few days ago, but now she has over 2000 Love Coins again.

At this moment, the staff began to distribute number plates, and Lin Xi's number was 1.

Everything in the studio is ready.

The staff explained the process and gave a few more instructions, and then everyone began to enter in order.

The contestants lined up below the stage according to their number plates, while their families took their seats in the audience.