Liu Mengxi
Villain: The Loli Protagonist is Mine From the Start!Contents
- 1Biodata
- 2Power Progression
- 3Background
- 3.1Early life and education
- 3.2Relationship with Jiang Che
- 3.3Northern Song journey
- 4Appearance
- 5Personality
- 6Abilities & Skills
- 6.1Martial Cultivation
- 6.2Academic and Literary Knowledge
- 7Equipment / Items
- 7.1Protection and accommodation
- 8Relationships
- 9Story Role / Major Arcs
- 10Notable Quotes
Contents
- 1Biodata
- 2Power Progression
- 3Background
- 3.1Early life and education
- 3.2Relationship with Jiang Che
- 3.3Northern Song journey
- 4Appearance
- 5Personality
- 6Abilities & Skills
- 6.1Martial Cultivation
- 6.2Academic and Literary Knowledge
- 7Equipment / Items
- 7.1Protection and accommodation
- 8Relationships
- 9Story Role / Major Arcs
- 10Notable Quotes
Biodata
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | Liu Mengxi (柳梦曦) 1 |
| Alias(es) | Xixi; “Little Loli”; White-stockinged Little Loli; “Empress” 3 193 299 731 |
| Gender | Female |
| Age | 18 233 |
| Affiliation | Liu Family; Qingteng Villa household 1 79 |
| Occupation/Role | Second Young Lady of the Liu Family; Linjiang University student majoring in financial management 1 298 |
| Status | Alive 867 1024 |
| First Appearance | Chapter 1 |
Power Progression
| Stage / Realm / Level | Chapter | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Begins martial-arts training | 86 | Jiang Che gives her the Su Nu Xin Jing manual and a Minor Restoration Pill after she expresses interest in cultivating. 86 |
| Peak Bright Strength | 287 | Retrospectively identified by Jiang Wantang as Mengxi’s cultivation when Wantang first arrived at Qingteng Villa. 287 |
| Early Hua Jin | 287 | Jiang Wantang observes that Mengxi has advanced to Early Hua Jin despite having limited time for cultivation because of school. 287 |
| Peak Hua Jin | 294 | Reaches Peak Hua Jin after taking a Great Return Pill alongside Shen Yuxuan and another woman. Her rapid advancement also benefits from Jiang Che’s instruction and the Yin Yang Union Sutra. 294 |
| Mid Stage Pill Strength | 705 | Develops from a noncombatant into a Pill Strength Little Grandmaster through Jiang Che’s instruction, support, and cultivation resources. 705 |
Background
Early life and education
Liu Mengxi is the second young lady of Linjiang’s Liu Family. Her parents died in a car accident five years before the events of Chapter 4, after which her elder sister Liu Yunshuang raised her in both a sisterly and maternal role. Yunshuang’s strict upbringing leaves Mengxi intimidated by her despite their close family bond. 4
Her father was Liu Zhengkun. Before her parents’ deaths, business dealings between the Liu Group and Star Dome Group brought the family into contact with the Jiangs, and her parents frequently took her to visit their home. Qin Mengxuan remembers her from these childhood visits. 75
Mengxi grew up alongside Jiang Che and remained deeply attached to him. Jiang Che had promised to become her boyfriend if she entered Linjiang University through her own efforts; despite previously average grades, she earned admission with a score of 675 and became a freshman there. 1
She studies financial management, intending to help manage the Liu Family’s businesses after graduation. 298
At the beginning of university life, Mengxi gives each of her three roommates an iPhone 16 Pro Max and high-end cosmetics. Her generosity and sweet disposition make her popular in the dormitory, where the others recognize her as their leader. She participates in freshman military training rather than using her connections to avoid it, temporarily staying in the dormitory and planning to return to Qingteng Villa afterward. 110
Her university room, Room 4067, becomes known as the “Goddess Dormitory” because of its residents’ reputations as campus beauties. Chen Xuewei and Xu Qiuli are among her roommates; Xu Qiuli obtains a place there through connections specifically to approach Mengxi and, through her, Jiang Che. 299
Relationship with Jiang Che
Following a night at the Yunhai Grand Hotel, Jiang Che gives Mengxi a Marrow Cleansing Pill and a Youth Preserving Pill. She follows his instructions completely, and the pills cleanse her body and visibly improve her skin and appearance. 3 4
After discovering that Mengxi spent the night with Jiang Che, Liu Yunshuang grounds her until school begins. Mengxi informs Jiang Che of the restriction and asks him for additional Youth Preserving Pills for her sister. By the time Mengxi prepares to move into Qingteng Villa, Yunshuang has become supportive of the relationship, reassured by Jiang Che’s gifts and the protection he provides. 4 73
Mengxi later moves into Qingteng Villa with Jiang Che. Although unsettled by discovering Xiao Yi and Shen Yuxuan already living there, she chooses not to openly mistreat them and instead suppresses her resentment. 79 80
Jiang Che brings her to Cloud Top Manor to meet his family. Qin Mengxuan accepts her warmly, gives her a white jade bracelet as a Jiang Family token, and explicitly recognizes her as a future daughter-in-law. 75 78
Jiang Jianguo subsequently gives Mengxi a red envelope and asks after her grandfather. His recognition delights her because she interprets it as acceptance by all of Jiang Che’s family and further encouragement for her hope of marrying him. 156
At a later family banquet, Chen Xuewei confesses her involvement with Jiang Che. Mengxi feels hurt and jealous but ultimately does not lose her temper or blame her friend. Qin Mengxuan continues to show her particular affection, while the other women recognize Mengxi’s standing as Jiang Che’s official girlfriend and the matriarch’s favored prospective daughter-in-law. 782 783
After the banquet, Xia Qingge and several other women comfort Mengxi with praise. Xia Qingge claims that Jiang Che frequently speaks about and especially dotes on Mengxi, although the narration identifies this claim as a reassuring fabrication. Mengxi accepts the compliments happily, and the gathering becomes more harmonious. 783
While Jiang Che is away in the Imperial Capital, Mengxi continues to miss him intensely and keeps their relationship close through video calls. She labels their chat “The Best Husband Lord in the World” and, despite her shyness, directly calls him late at night to express that she misses him. 1023 1024
Northern Song journey
Mengxi travels with Jiang Che to the Northern Song Dynasty and settles with him in Bianliang. There, she meets Li Qingzhao—whom she had admired through history and literature—and immediately recognizes her as the future renowned poet. 736
The journey takes place through a magical mirror. Initially frightened and incredulous, Mengxi uses her heightened martial senses to notice that the ancient world’s atmosphere and environment differ markedly from modern Linjiang. Jiang Che changes her modern clothing into a pink ancient-style dress, and she soon becomes curious about local life, including the taste of Northern Song soup dumplings. 729 730
Her initial excitement about Li Qingzhao shifts into jealousy when she notices Li Qingzhao’s interest in Jiang Che. Despite this, she maintains a polite façade and eventually becomes friendly with her. 740 741
Mengxi’s knowledge of history leads her to suggest that Jiang Che save the gravely ill Emperor Zhezong, Zhao Xu. However, she emphasizes that the choice is his and that she will support him regardless of his decision, placing his wishes above concern for the course of history. 743
During the journey, she also witnesses Jiang Che carrying their group into the sky with Sword Riding Flight. Despite already knowing that he possesses extraordinary abilities, she is deeply astonished by the demonstration. 758
Jiang Che and Mengxi marry in the Northern Song Dynasty in a wedding presided over by Emperor Zhao Xu. 765 After returning to the modern era, Mengxi proudly introduces Li Qingzhao to the women at Qingteng Villa. 775 776
Before that introduction, Mengxi explains Jiang Che’s existing romantic relationships to Li Qingzhao and shares information about the poet’s future literary achievements. When Shen Yuxuan and Xiao Yi initially doubt Li Qingzhao’s identity, Mengxi asks Jiang Che to confirm the story. He explains that their absence of more than half a month was a Northern Song vacation during which he changed Zhao Xu’s fate and brought Li Qingzhao back with them. 776
Appearance
Liu Mengxi is a petite young woman, standing approximately 1.5 meters tall. Her youthful face and small stature often cause strangers to mistake her for a middle-school student despite being an adult. 3 75
- Silky black hair commonly styled in twin tails. 3 867 1023
- Favors pink or pink-and-white Lolita dresses. 3 867 1023
- Usually wears knee-high white stockings with black leather shoes. 3
- Has large, watery eyes, a soft voice, and a porcelain-doll-like complexion. 3 78
- Her Marrow Cleansing and Youth Preserving Pills noticeably improve her skin and overall appearance. 4 73
- Also wears pink patterned shoes and white lace thigh-high stockings with her Lolita outfits. 153 886
- During the Northern Song journey, wears a pink long dress with an ancient-style hairstyle and her dark hair draped over her shoulders. 730
Personality
Mengxi is trusting, affectionate, and exceptionally devoted to Jiang Che. She has known him since childhood and consistently treats his words as reliable, readily accepting the pills he gives her without doubt. 3 193
She is also sensitive to Jiang Che’s other relationships. She becomes jealous and quietly upset when confronted with his romantic involvement with other women, but generally avoids public confrontations or cruelty toward them. 80 154 782
Despite her sheltered upbringing, Mengxi is considerate toward her friends. She encourages Chen Xuewei to take initiative toward a crush and remains unaware that both Chen and Xu Qiuli harbor designs on Jiang Che. 298 299
Although born into one of Linjiang’s Six Great Families, she shows little aristocratic arrogance and gets along well with her roommates. Her cheerful, lively behavior and willingness to give gifts help her form friendships readily. 110 298
Her enthusiasm for Li Qingzhao’s poetry demonstrates a strong interest in literature and history. Meeting Li Qingzhao in person overwhelms her with excitement, and she recites A Cut Plum: Red Lotus Fragrance Fades, Jade Mat Autumn from memory. 736
Mengxi can adopt a playfully haughty manner when praised, but beneath it remains innocent, shy, and eager for Jiang Che’s affection. During his stay in the Imperial Capital, reassurance from Chen Xuewei and Xu Qiuli gives her the confidence to call him and openly express how much she misses him. 1023 1024
Praise can readily overcome her resentment or insecurity. Li Qingzhao’s compliments soften her jealousy, while Xia Qingge and the other women’s reassurances cheer her after she compares her petite physique unfavorably with theirs. 741 783
Her attachment does not prevent her from recognizing Jiang Che’s responsibilities. When he must leave urgently, she releases him from an embrace, encourages him to attend to his business, and promises to relay his message to Jiang Wantang. 705
Abilities & Skills
Martial Cultivation
Mengxi becomes a capable martial artist despite initially lacking combat ability.
- Practices the Su Nu Xin Jing, received from Jiang Che. 86
- Progresses from Peak Bright Strength to Early Hua Jin, as recalled and observed by Jiang Wantang. 287
- Reaches Peak Hua Jin after receiving cultivation resources. 294
- Benefits from Jiang Che’s use of the Yin Yang Union Sutra, alongside Minor Restoration Pills, a Great Return Pill, and sustained instruction. Jiang Che credits this combination with allowing her and the other women to reach Peak Hua Jin within roughly two months. 294
- Advances to Mid Stage Pill Strength, making her a Pill Strength Little Grandmaster beneath her outwardly delicate appearance. 705
- Possesses heightened senses that allow her to perceive environmental differences upon entering the Northern Song world. 729
Academic and Literary Knowledge
- Earned admission to Linjiang University with a score of 675 through her own work. 1
- Studies financial management to prepare for involvement in the Liu Family’s business affairs. 298
- Possesses prior knowledge of Li Qingzhao’s later literary reputation and poetry. 736
- Recites a complete poem that Li Qingzhao has not yet written at the time of their meeting. 736
- Draws on school-taught history when suggesting that Jiang Che intervene to save Emperor Zhezong. 743
Equipment / Items
- Marrow Cleansing Pill — Cleansed her body and strengthened her physique. 3 4
- Youth Preserving Pill — Improved her skin and appearance while preserving youthfulness. 3 4
- Su Nu Xin Jing — Cultivation technique provided by Jiang Che. 86
- Minor Restoration Pill — Cultivation aid given alongside the Su Nu Xin Jing. 86
- Great Return Pill — Helps propel her cultivation to Peak Hua Jin. 294
- White jade bracelet — Given by Qin Mengxuan as a token recognizing her as a Jiang Family daughter-in-law. 78
- Ring — Given by Jiang Che as a symbol of their bond. 697
Protection and accommodation
- Female bodyguard escort — Liu Yunshuang arranges a group of female bodyguards to protect Mengxi whenever she goes out. 3
- Shadow Guard protection — Jiang Che assigns Shadow Guards to protect her; by the time of her move to Qingteng Villa, four female Hua Jin experts accompany her. 73
- Qingteng Villa bedroom — Occupies a luxurious pink-themed master bedroom on the third floor of Central Villa No. 1, furnished with a handcrafted Persian carpet and a large princess bed. 886
Relationships
- Jiang Che — Childhood friend, boyfriend, and later husband. Their relationship begins with his promise to date her if she entered Linjiang University; they later marry during their Northern Song journey. 1 765
- Liu Yunshuang — Elder sister and guardian after their parents’ death. Mengxi fears Yunshuang’s strictness but remains attached to her. 4 73 Yunshuang initially grounds her over her relationship with Jiang Che but later supports the relationship and her move into his household. Mengxi plans to assist her with the Liu Family businesses after graduation. 4 73 298
- Liu Zhengkun — Deceased father, who brought Mengxi to visit the Jiang Family during her childhood. 75
- Qin Mengxuan — Jiang Che’s mother, who treats Mengxi with maternal affection and formally accepts her as a future daughter-in-law. 75 78 782 She considers Mengxi a potential principal wife, although the position of future Jiang Family mistress has already been reserved for Jiang Wantang. 782
- Jiang Wantang — Jiang Che’s elder sister, who dotes on Mengxi and treats her as a future sister-in-law. 78 242
- Jiang Jianguo — Jiang Che’s grandfather, whose red envelope and warm reception make Mengxi feel fully accepted by the Jiang Family. 156
- Shen Yuxuan — Fellow Qingteng Villa resident and part of Mengxi’s close circle despite their shared relationship with Jiang Che. 79 890
- Xiao Yi — Fellow resident of Qingteng Villa and another member of Mengxi’s close group. 79 890
- Jiang Yiyi — Named alongside Mengxi and Shen Yuxuan as part of a particularly close three-woman circle within Jiang Che’s household. 890
- Li Yanran — Fellow Qingteng Villa resident whom Mengxi welcomes politely despite privately feeling jealous. Their shared daily life develops into a sisterly friendship. 154 273
- Chen Xuewei — Roommate and close friend whose secret relationship with Jiang Che eventually causes Mengxi pain. Xuewei remains deeply attached to Mengxi and compensates for her guilt by doting on and protecting her. 298 782 1023
- Xu Qiuli — Roommate who initially seeks to use Mengxi to approach Jiang Che for her own ambitions. She later becomes more integrated into Qingteng Villa and cultivates a close friendship with Mengxi. 299 408 1023
- Lu Shengyao — University roommate whose placement with Mengxi is arranged by Jiang Wantang. Wantang hopes that their friendship will ease Lu Shengyao’s eventual involvement with Jiang Che. 707
- Li Qingzhao — Historical idol, neighbor during the Northern Song journey, and later one of the women introduced into Mengxi’s household. 736 775
- Xia Qingge — One of Jiang Che’s partners who takes the initiative to reassure Mengxi after the family banquet, using flattering claims about Jiang Che’s affection to ease her insecurity. 783
Story Role / Major Arcs
- Linjiang University admission — Earns Jiang Che’s promised relationship by entering Linjiang University with an exceptional score. 1
- Pill transformation — Receives and consumes the Marrow Cleansing and Youth Preserving Pills, gaining a visibly enhanced appearance and physique. 3 4
- Qingteng Villa move-in — Begins living with Jiang Che, Xiao Yi, and Shen Yuxuan while confronting the reality of Jiang Che’s other relationships. 79 80
- Jiang Family acceptance — Is welcomed by Qin Mengxuan and Jiang Wantang, receiving a white jade bracelet as a daughter-in-law token. 78
- Freshman dormitory life — Befriends her roommates through generosity and a friendly demeanor, takes part in military training, and establishes close friendships with Chen Xuewei and Xu Qiuli. 110 298 299
- Cultivation growth — Starts martial training and progresses from an ordinary girl to a Mid Stage Pill Strength practitioner. 86 294 705
- Northern Song arc — Travels to Bianliang, meets Li Qingzhao, navigates her jealousy, and marries Jiang Che under Emperor Zhao Xu’s auspices. 736 741 765
- Emperor Zhezong intervention — Suggests that Jiang Che save Zhao Xu while affirming that she will support whatever decision he makes. Later witnesses his Sword Riding Flight during the Northern Song journey. 743 758
- Li Qingzhao’s modern introduction — Explains Jiang Che’s household to Li Qingzhao and proudly introduces her to Shen Yuxuan and Xiao Yi after returning to the modern era. 775 776
- Family-banquet revelation — Learns more fully about Jiang Che’s affairs, including Chen Xuewei’s involvement, and ultimately chooses not to blame her friend. 782
- Post-banquet reconciliation — Receives reassurance from Xia Qingge and the other women, who recognize her established place in Jiang Che’s life and Qin Mengxuan’s favor. 783
- Imperial Capital separation — While Jiang Che is away in the Imperial Capital, Mengxi’s longing for him leads her to video-call him after encouragement from Chen Xuewei and Xu Qiuli. 1023 1024
Notable Quotes
“Mengxi wants to be Brother’s wife!” 78
“No matter what Brother decides, Xixi will always support Brother!” 743
“Of course I miss Brother every moment of every day!” 867
“Xixi just missed Brother, that's why I'm calling Brother so late.” 1024