Li Qingxiao
Rules of Time TravelContents
- 1Biodata
- 2Power Progression
- 3Background / History
- 4Appearance
- 5Personality
- 6Abilities & Skills
- 6.1Biopharmaceutical Research
- 6.2Programming and Systems Engineering
- 6.3Technological Development
- 6.4Leadership and Strategy
- 7Equipment, Systems & Creations
- 8Relationships
- 9Story Role / Major Arcs
- 9.1Zombie Apocalypse and First Meeting
- 9.2Reunion and Leadership
- 9.3Imprisonment and Restoration
- 9.4Interstellar Development
- 9.5System and Time-Dimension Research
- 10Notable Quotes
Biodata
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | Li Qingxiao (李清瀟) |
| Alias(es) | Boss; Head; Chief Li 94 95 367 |
| Species/Race | Human |
| Gender | Female |
| Affiliation | Blackstone Base (former commander); leader of her post-apocalyptic civilization 17 95 475 |
| Occupation/Role | Biomedical researcher, programmer, technology developer, and civilization leader 17 23 232 310 |
| Status | Alive 475 |
| First Appearance | Chapter 17 17 |
Power Progression
| Stage / Realm / Level | Chapter | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Enhanced physique | 311 | Injected herself with Enhancement Injections to strengthen her body; afterward, she could lift an estimated 200–300 catties one-handed. 311 |
Background / History
Li Qingxiao was originally a biology researcher who began studying zombies at the outset of the outbreak. She also served as a commander at Blackstone Base, but a power struggle left her targeted and injured; she retreated to a prepared stronghold to continue her research. There, she met the starving Li Mu Chuan and cautiously introduced herself after determining he was not immediately hostile. 17
Li Mu Chuan later obtained a computer for her, allowing her to assemble a working system and resume intensive programming and biological modeling. During this period, Li Qingxiao developed the Gene Immunity Serum, which enhances human immunity and provides temporary protection from disease. 21 23
After Li Mu Chuan disappeared, Li Qingxiao believed she had seen him fall to his death from a laboratory building. When he returned, she had become the armed convoy's cold and authoritative leader; his voice immediately broke her composure, and she personally prevented her guards from firing on him. 94 95
Li Qingxiao waited two years for Li Mu Chuan's return before Tian Li Min exploited her absence and seized her authority. He isolated her from electronics and planned to fake her death, but Li Mu Chuan located her and helped her regain access to the Red River system. Using her familiarity with its core code, she restored her authority and removed Tian Li Min's faction. 231 232
With the zombie crisis under control, Li Qingxiao accelerated her civilization's technological development. She automated administrative work through intelligent systems and robots, allowing her to focus on advanced research, interstellar defense, and the construction of equipment for Li Mu Chuan. 310
Appearance
Li Qingxiao has an oval face, long black hair, and striking almond-shaped eyes. When Li Mu Chuan first encountered her, soot and scarce water resources left her disheveled; after washing, her appearance was revealed to be notably beautiful. 18 26
- Long black hair, often worn loose over her shoulders. 26
- Oval face with delicate brows and clear, almond-shaped eyes. 26
- Initially seen with a leg injury and a soot-covered face in the zombie apocalypse. 17 18
- Later described as carrying a more mature charm and intellectual presence. 310 379
Personality
Li Qingxiao is intensely focused and industrious. She routinely sacrifices sleep and personal comfort for research, whether she is modeling serums, writing programs, studying alien technology, or decoding Li Mu Chuan's System. 23 99 232 470
In public, she can be cold, stern, and intimidating. Her subordinates regard her authority as absolute, and she is willing to mobilize overwhelming force against hostile civilizations when diplomacy or deterrence fails. 94 95 367 382
Privately, Li Qingxiao is affectionate and deeply attached to Li Mu Chuan. His repeated departures make her anxious, but they also motivate her to develop technologies that can protect him, strengthen him, or potentially free him from the System's restrictions. 167 232 310 384
As a mother, she prefers personally caring for Xiao Xiao rather than delegating childcare to household robots, believing parental presence is essential to maintaining a close family bond. 374
Abilities & Skills
Biopharmaceutical Research
Li Qingxiao is a trained biologist with advanced expertise in zombie-related and genetic research.
- Created the Gene Immunity Serum, which enhances immunity and temporarily protects against disease. 21
- Began researching zombies from the beginning of the outbreak. 17
- Conducted further viral research after Li Mu Chuan's departure, including work involving viruses from extinct creatures. 99
- Later researched genetic protections and wrote Gene Locks to defend her people against gene-based weapons. 470
Programming and Systems Engineering
Li Qingxiao is an expert programmer capable of operating and altering critical technological systems.
- Assembled a computer, installed its operating system, and worked continuously on complex coding projects. 23
- Participated in writing the Red River system and could restore her authority by entering its core-code area. 232
- Reorganized Red River's authority structure after her restoration to prevent another seizure of power. 232
- Investigated Li Mu Chuan's System, eventually making major breakthroughs concerning its time-dimensional origin. 310 468 470
Technological Development
Li Qingxiao adapts high-level technical data into practical weapons, infrastructure, and defensive systems.
- Built an Interstellar Armory for Li Mu Chuan using advanced technology and Dark Matter Annihilation Bombs. 310 311
- Developed increasingly capable models of the Phoenix Wings. 368 467
- Pursued the development of the Two-Dimensional Foil despite its long-term risks. 310 369
- Oversaw research into Dark Matter utilization, space-related technology, dimensional theory, and higher-dimensional exploration. 311 370 381
Leadership and Strategy
Li Qingxiao evolved from a base commander into the central leader of an interstellar civilization.
- Earned widespread loyalty by developing serum treatments, conducting rescue operations, and saving survivors during the zombie apocalypse. 232
- Mobilized an entire city to construct factories and infrastructure for rapid technological development. 232
- Delegated routine governance to intelligent systems and robots after her earlier loss of authority. 310
- Directed fleets and arms production during the conflict with the Nedwen Civilization, ultimately overseeing its destruction. 367 368 382
- Commands enough respect that senior executives from multiple civilizations stand and bow upon seeing her. 475
Equipment, Systems & Creations
- Gene Immunity Serum — A serum developed by Li Qingxiao that strengthens immunity and temporarily protects against diseases. 21
- Red River System — A system whose code Li Qingxiao helped write; she uses it to restore and reorganize administrative authority. 232
- Interstellar Armory — A massive armory built for Li Mu Chuan, equipped with tracking and locking functions and Dark Matter Annihilation Bombs. 310 311
- Phoenix Wings — Teleportation and combat equipment developed for Li Mu Chuan. An early version can monitor and teleport within ten astronomical units; the upgraded model extends teleportation to 100 astronomical units and includes a Dark Ion Weapon. 368 467
- Two-Dimensional Foils — Dimensional weapons Li Qingxiao chose to develop as a last-resort deterrent and later supplied for distribution. 310 369 466
- Quantum Analyzer — Research equipment used in an attempt to analyze Li Mu Chuan's System. 311
- Super Computer and Quantum Teleportation network — Infrastructure used to maintain safety and support large-scale development in her dimension. 381
Relationships
- Li Mu Chuan — Husband and long-separated partner. They first meet during the zombie outbreak, reunite after he is presumed dead, and later marry; much of Li Qingxiao's research is directed toward protecting or assisting him. 17 95 167 310
- Xiao Xiao — Daughter with Li Mu Chuan. Li Qingxiao is a protective and affectionate mother who personally prioritizes their bond despite her responsibilities. 368 371 374
- Tian Li Min — Political enemy who stole her authority, imprisoned her, restricted her access to electronics, and planned to fake her death. Li Qingxiao reclaimed control after Li Mu Chuan returned. 231 232
- Her survivors and allies — The people she rescued during the apocalypse remain loyal to her, support her return to power, and answer her calls for rapid development. 232
- Li Mu Chuan's counterparts — She provides technical assistance, Enhancement Injections, combat training, and Phoenix Wings-related support to Li Mu Chuan variants from other timelines. 465 467 468
Story Role / Major Arcs
Zombie Apocalypse and First Meeting
Li Qingxiao serves as Li Mu Chuan's first major ally in the zombie world. Her stronghold, serum research, and technical expertise give their partnership a survival-oriented foundation. 17 21 23
Reunion and Leadership
After Li Mu Chuan's disappearance, she rises into a leadership position among the survivors. Their reunion reveals both her public severity and her private grief over believing him dead. 94 95
Imprisonment and Restoration
Tian Li Min's coup removes Li Qingxiao from power and isolates her from the systems she created. Her restoration through Red River establishes her as the indispensable technical and political center of her civilization. 231 232
Interstellar Development
Li Qingxiao leads the transition from post-apocalyptic reconstruction to interstellar expansion. She builds the Interstellar Armory, develops Phoenix Wings and dimensional weapons, and directs the defense of her civilization against external threats. 310 367 368 382
System and Time-Dimension Research
Li Qingxiao becomes central to uncovering the System's origin. Her research identifies its connection to the Time Dimension and supports Li Mu Chuan's attempt to perfect and control it. 468 470 472
Notable Quotes
“I was originally a biology researcher. I started researching the zombies at the very beginning of the outbreak, but so far I haven't found any leads.” 17
“When you come next time, I'll make sure to analyze your system and add more functions to it!” 232
“It's not that your dad wants to leave now, it's a machine on him that's making him leave.” 383