Ch. 281My Name Is Not Trash
Key Plot Points and Events
- Lin Qiye, Nyx, and Merlin encounter Bragi, a handsome, blond-haired man, who introduces himself as the Norse God of Poetry and Music.
- Lin Qiye discovers that Bragi is a patient in Ward 3, with a task to help treat his mental illness. Bragi denies being ill and believes he's become abnormally good-looking.
- Lin Qiye leaves the psychiatric hospital to take a break and runs into Li Yifei, asking him to keep an eye on Bragi.
- In reality, Lin Qiye is a patient in a hospital, and an orderly takes him out for a walk after he escapes his sealed metal room.
Character Developments
- Lin Qiye: Shows patience and understanding in dealing with Bragi, despite finding him irritating. He maintains his composure despite Bragi's delusions.
- Bragi: Struggles with self-awareness of his mental state. He believes he's not ill and attributes his changes to becoming more handsome.
Significant Themes
- Mental Illness: The chapter explores the theme of mental illness, with Bragi as a patient who denies his condition.
- Delusions: Bragi's delusion about his appearance highlights the theme of distorted self-perception in mental illness.
Character Interactions
- Lin Qiye and Bragi: Lin Qiye tries to understand Bragi's condition, while Bragi remains oblivious to his mental state, leading to a clash in their perceptions.
- Lin Qiye and Li Yifei: Lin Qiye asks Li Yifei to monitor Bragi, showing trust in his colleague's abilities.
- Lin Qiye and the Orderly: The orderly shows professionalism in guiding Lin Qiye out of his room, displaying trust and respect for Lin Qiye's autonomy.