Shen Muyan

Biodata

Feature	Details
Name	Shen Muyan (沈沐颜)
Alias(es)	President Shen; CEO's Ex-Wife; “Rich Lady” (used by Lu Xiyao) 91 169
Gender	Female
Affiliation	Ouri International Hotel; Shen family
Occupation/Role	CEO/President overseeing five-star hotel operations 23 104
Status	Divorced from Lu Qin; later attempts to reconcile with him 114 221
First Appearance	Chapter 3 3

Background & History

Divorce and Absence from Family

Shen Muyan divorced Lu Qin while their daughter, Lu Xiyao, was still young. Following the divorce, Xiyao spent weekends with Shen Muyan, but Muyan's work commitments often meant that Shen Hongda and Jiang Qin cared for the child instead. Her messages to Lu Qin routinely concerned overtime, business trips, and missed school events. 23 35

Although she initially maintains an aloof front, Muyan privately feels guilty about her limited role as a mother. She recognizes that Lu Qin never blamed her despite becoming Xiyao's primary caregiver. 35

When she learns that Lu Qin has begun operating a street-food stall while caring for their daughter, she is surprised and has someone investigate his situation. 16

Drawn Back by Lu Qin's Cooking

Muyan's attitude toward Lu Qin begins shifting after she tastes his Ice Crystal Cake. Struck by its flavor, she becomes curious about when and how he acquired such culinary ability, then eats a second piece despite her usual restraint. 38

She later waits in line at Lu Qin's stall to buy fried rice noodles, mung bean paste, and limited items. Seeing him work calmly and skillfully changes how she views his new life. 85 86 When someone falsely claims to be Lu Xiyao's stepmother, Muyan publicly identifies herself as Xiyao's biological mother. 87

Reconnecting with Lu Xiyao

Muyan gradually makes more time for Xiyao. She accompanies her to an amusement park despite being afraid of heights and prone to motion sickness, wanting to give her daughter experiences she had previously missed. 93

She attends Xiyao's kindergarten parent-child event with Lu Qin, buys matching family outfits, and attempts to cook under Lu Qin's guidance. Her lack of household experience is evident, but she participates for her daughter's sake. 110 111 117

After agreeing to sleep over at Lu Qin's home so she can stay with Xiyao, Muyan begins openly considering whether the divorce was a mistake. 113 114

Professional Cooperation with Lu Qin

As president of Ouri International Hotel, Muyan seeks Lu Qin's help when the hotel needs exceptional dishes to secure business opportunities. She introduces him to Ouyang Lin as “the father of my child” and helps arrange his work on Liver Paste Soup. 102 104

Lu Qin's cooking helps Ouri secure additional investment from Ouyang Lin. Muyan regards the expensive car she purchases for Lu Qin as repayment for the value his culinary skill created. 122

Later, after Lu Qin successfully prepares Shan County mutton soup noodles for a demanding hotel guest, Muyan negotiates a formal business agreement: Lu Qin receives a 30% share of mutton-soup sales at Ouri Hotel restaurants and provides technical guidance. 273 275 278

Pursuit and Family Priorities

Muyan becomes increasingly direct in trying to rebuild her relationship with Lu Qin. She spends frequent evenings at his home, works alongside him at Lu's Snack Stall, and becomes visibly protective when other women show interest in him. 151 219 221

Her growing involvement improves Xiyao's emotional well-being. By spending more time eating with, caring for, and playfully interacting with her daughter, Muyan helps give Xiyao the sense of a complete family she had lacked. 286

Appearance

Shen Muyan is a tall, strikingly beautiful woman with refined features, long fair legs, and an imposing cool elegance. Her aloof bearing and wealthy appearance frequently draw attention in public. 85 91 116

• Delicate facial features, alluring eyes, and a naturally cold, elegant expression. 85
• Often wears fitted professional clothing, dresses, or high-end casual outfits. 110 170 230
• Has worn her hair in a high ponytail, as well as loose shoulder-length styles. 86 110
• Owns and drives luxury vehicles, including a Mercedes sedan and a Porsche Macan. 85 110
• Her appearance resembles Lu Xiyao closely enough that stall customers immediately recognize their relationship. 87

Personality

Muyan is decisive, efficient, and intensely career-focused. As a hotel executive, she handles business negotiations quickly and maintains a composed, professional demeanor even in awkward situations. 85 104 278

She is outwardly cold and proud, often avoiding emotional explanations or displays of vulnerability. This reserve makes her awkward around Lu Qin and Xiyao at first, particularly when she wants affection but feels compelled to preserve her stern image. 38 92 113

Despite her inexperience with domestic life, Muyan is willing to learn and gradually becomes more present as a mother. Her regret over the divorce develops into an active determination to reclaim her place in Lu Qin and Xiyao's lives. 114 151 204

Skills & Competencies

Corporate Leadership and Negotiation

Muyan leads hotel operations and is comfortable dealing with investors, executives, and influential business figures. 23 207

• Identifies Lu Qin's cooking as a valuable asset for attracting investment and elevating Ouri Hotel's reputation. 122 128
• Negotiates Lu Qin's mutton-soup agreement at a 30% sales share while arranging technical-guidance terms. 278
• Networks with major figures in the hospitality and business industries at formal events. 207 209

Food-Stall Operations

After Lu Qin offers her work at his stall, Muyan adapts to the fast-paced environment and enjoys the immediate results of earning money through direct sales. 151

• Helps prepare and sell items including mung bean paste, Ice Crystal Cake, Crystal Shrimp Dumplings, and Osmanthus Oolong Milk Tea. 151
• Her presence alongside Lu Xiyao attracts additional customers to Lu's Snack Stall. 235
• Initially lacks practical kitchen experience and injures her fingers while helping prepare food. 151

Domestic Skills

Muyan has limited experience with routine household tasks due to her work-focused lifestyle, though she shows small signs of aptitude when she tries. 115 170

• Can peel an apple in one unbroken strip. 113
• Needs guidance with basic cooking tasks, including turning on a stove. 117
• Is unfamiliar with washing dishes but willingly attempts it after meals at Lu Qin's home. 170

Relationships

• Lu Qin — Ex-husband and Lu Xiyao's father. Muyan initially treats him with distance, but Lu Qin's cooking, parenting, and reliability lead her to regret the divorce and pursue reconciliation. 35 104 114 221
• Lu Xiyao — Her daughter. Muyan's early absence leaves their relationship strained, but she becomes increasingly affectionate and involved in Xiyao's daily life. 35 93 286
• Fang Ya — Muyan's assistant, close friend, and self-appointed relationship strategist. Fang Ya regularly encourages her to remarry Lu Qin, often with impractical or embarrassing advice. 45 114 219
• Shen Hongda — Muyan's father and Xiyao's maternal grandfather. He worries about Lu Qin after the divorce and later supports the family's renewed closeness. 16 132
• Jiang Qin — Muyan's mother and Xiyao's maternal grandmother. She helps care for Xiyao when Muyan is occupied with work. 35
• Song Xuanxuan — Muyan's secretary. Their workplace interactions are often centered on food brought from Lu Qin's stall. 38 54
• Ouyang Lin — Businessman connected to Ouri Hotel investment matters. Muyan works with him to secure Lu Qin's cooking services for major events. 101 104 122
• Chen Yue — A woman interested in Lu Qin. Muyan discourages her pursuit after seeing Chen Yue's messages to him. 87 219

Notable Quotes

“He’s the father of my child.” 104

“Thank you? Am I not the little one's mother?” 74

“Maybe it wasn’t a bad idea not to divorce. I’m a bit regretful now, what should I do?” 113

Trivia

• Muyan's WeChat display name is Qian Shan Mu Xue. 91
• She habitually drinks decaffeinated mocha without cream in the morning. 53
• She is afraid of heights and experiences severe motion sickness on pirate-ship rides, bumper cars, and VR attractions. 93
• Lu Xiyao's affectionate but accidental nickname for her is “Rich Lady.” 91