A2O LITE, the new nine-member girl group launched by "K-Pop Godfather" Lee Soo-man (이수만) after a three-year hiatus, quickly gained recognition following its debut. The group has achieved impressive results across various video platforms and secured a music show win, making it a highly anticipated rookie act. However, member AIJING (盛艾敬), just 13 years old, who rapidly rose to fame for her outstanding stage presence and solid dance skills, earning her the nickname "Little BoA," is now facing controversy. Shortly after her debut, reports emerged alleging her parents were involved in a dispute over unpaid employee wages totaling 3.45 million Chinese yuan (approximately 15.5 million New Taiwan dollars). This has sparked strong dissatisfaction among netizens, with some even demanding her withdrawal from the group and labeling her the "daughter of a debtor," fueling ongoing debate.
Meanwhile, Chinese member XILI (梁淅瀝), also a main dancer in the group, has recently drawn unexpected attention due to her parents' heartwarming acts. Netizens have widely praised her as coming from a loving family, even describing her parents as "angel parents" who quietly engage in good deeds. XILI's mother reportedly runs a children's clothing store called "XILI Xiaoyu" (淅瀝小雨). In addition to her regular business, she has long been involved in charitable activities, providing free clothes and shoes to children from economically disadvantaged families. Children in need can receive new clothing each quarter by presenting relevant proof, aiming to alleviate the burden on less privileged families and ensure children are warmly and well-dressed.
Even more meaningfully, the children's clothing store is named after her daughter, XILI. It is said that her parents named her "XILI" (淅瀝), hoping she would be gentle like fine rain, quietly nourishing those around her. Now, her mother has extended this kindness into her life, making the store name not only carry expectations for her daughter but also serve as a starting point for actively helping disadvantaged families.
Beyond caring for children in need, XILI's mother also extends her care to the children in dance troupes. She not only hand-makes performance costumes for them but also styles their hair, ensuring every child looks beautiful on stage. A netizen who was once with XILI in the ACS dance troupe shared that XILI's mother often handmade various beautiful clothes for the troupe members to wear. Older members in the troupe would also proactively look after the younger children, especially during competitions away from home, prioritizing the safety of the little ones. The entire team functioned like a family, looking out for each other.
The netizen also recalled that young XILI was sincere and kind. Though a bit shy, she loved chatting with everyone, and her voice was soft and adorable. Years later, the timid little girl has grown into a confident new idol on stage, with her dance skills widely recognized, surprising those who knew her in the past.
It's not just her mother who is enthusiastic about charity; XILI's father's background has also sparked discussion. According to information circulating online, he holds a Chinese National Level 2 Psychological Counselor qualification. He regularly provides free psychological counseling on parent-child relationships and family education to families in need, helping to improve parent-child communication and resolve family relationship issues. Furthermore, the family is also very compassionate, adopting and rescuing stray dogs, extending their help to both vulnerable children and homeless animals.
From her mother's long-term dedication to charity and hand-making performance costumes for children, to her father providing free family counseling, and even caring for stray animals, the exposure of XILI's parents' heartwarming deeds has led many netizens to exclaim that it's no wonder their daughter gives off such a gentle and sincere impression. They also praised such family education as truly touching.
