Leng Yanxi

Biodata

Background / History

Leng Yanxi is the daughter of East District School's Principal and one of the university's most prominent students. Her standing as campus belle is attributed not only to her appearance, but also to her family background, status, wealth, and ability. Her relationship to the Principal is initially unknown to the broader school population. 19 28

When Zhou En defeats Li Hui and earns a place on the official team, the Principal sends Yanxi to the infirmary to summon him and arrange his reinstatement. Initially proud and skeptical of Zhou En, she is forced to recognize his ability after his repeated victories. 40 56

During the Hundred Schools War, Yanxi leaves early after judging East District School certain to lose and falsely reports the result to her father. Zhou En subsequently carries the team to victory, leaving her shocked and earning her father's order to accompany the team if it advances to the provincial competition. She is later appointed to lead the provincial team. 75 76 101

Appearance

Leng Yanxi is consistently described as an exceptionally beautiful young woman with an elegant, cool presence that draws attention wherever she appears. 19 28 39

• Long black hair and dark, obsidian-like eyes 19
• Fair, translucent jade-like complexion 19
• Slender figure with graceful posture 40
• Often wears large sunglasses in public to avoid attention 49 110
• Wore a blue Cuiyan shirt, green pleated skirt, and light-blue gauze drape when speaking with her father 28

Personality

Yanxi is outwardly cold, proud, and blunt. She routinely dismisses men attempting to approach her and initially has little experience with casual conversation with boys, becoming visibly frustrated when Zhou En prolongs their first exchange. 40 120

Behind that reserve, she is emotionally expressive around people close to her. She acts spoiled with her father, teases Zhang Li, and becomes visibly embarrassed when others suggest romantic interest in Zhou En. 76 174 214

She is practical and strategically minded under pressure. Yanxi evaluates threats from the Li family, pushes the group to seek protection and information, and argues that she and Zhang Li are safer remaining with Zhou En and the Liu family than separating from them. 164 174 221

Skills & Limitations

Team Management

Yanxi is entrusted with East District School's provincial-competition team after the Hundred Schools War.

• Briefs the team on upcoming opponents and the stakes of their matches 120
• Oversees the team’s provincial campaign and club funding on her father's orders 76 101
• Handles practical matters such as obtaining Liu Yu's backup number through school records 174
• Recognizes the school-recruitment value of a successful competition run 120

Self-Defense

Yanxi is not a ranked combatant, but she resists when threatened.

• Attempts to kick Liu Hongwei and later arms herself with a fruit knife to defend herself and Zhang Li 206
• Is unable to overcome Liu Hongwei’s superior strength and is disarmed 206 207
• Relies on Zhou En and the Liu family for protection against martial artists and powerful family factions 221

Story Role / Major Arcs

• Zhou En's reinstatement — Summons Zhou En from the infirmary at her father's request after he defeats Li Hui and qualifies for the official team. 40
• Hundred Schools War — Misreports East District School's defeat after leaving the event early, then learns Zhou En secured the championship; her father assigns her to accompany the provincial team. 75 76
• Provincial competition — Leads the team, invites Zhou En and Zhang Li to dinner, and becomes involved in the conflict with Li Qingyong and the Li family. 101 120 121
• Zhang Li's assault — Attempts to protect Zhang Li from Li Wuji, is kicked aside, and comforts Zhang Li after Li Wuji scars her face. She later helps pursue treatment through the Liu family. 129 142 153
• Li family pursuit — Travels with Zhou En and Zhang Li to Kyoto after their expulsion from the Wang family's accommodations. Li Jiu captures her and Zhang Li during the airport confrontation, but the trio reunites after Zhou En escapes. 164 171 173
• Zhou En's crippling — Refuses her father's demand to return immediately after Zhou En’s martial arts are crippled, choosing instead to remain in Kyoto and seek treatment for him. 190 198
• Liu Hongwei incident — Defends herself and Zhang Li against Liu Hongwei’s assault until Zhou En arrives and intervenes. 206 207

Relationships

• The Principal — Father. He is affectionate toward Yanxi but prioritizes East District School's interests, ordering her to return when Zhou En appears to have lost his value to the school. 76 190
• Zhou En — Initially a student she summons for her father; their relationship develops into trust, teamwork, and mutual protection. Yanxi calls him for help when threatened and remains in Kyoto to support his recovery. 40 149 190 221
• Zhang Li — Close friend whom Yanxi calls her “good sister.” She supports Zhang Li after Li Wuji's assault and helps arrange treatment for her scars. 120 129 142 153
• Li Wuji — Enemy of Yanxi and Zhang Li. He kicks Yanxi aside while assaulting and disfiguring Zhang Li. 129
• Liu Yu — Zhou En's coach and a member of the Liu family. Yanxi helps seek her out when the group needs medical aid and protection. 174 182
• Liu Hongwei — Assailant who threatens Yanxi and Zhang Li to pressure Zhou En; Yanxi resists him until Zhou En intervenes. 206 207

Notable Quotes

“Saying that between us feels too formal.” 174

Trivia

• Yanxi taught herself to dance by watching videos. 165
• Her name is rendered as “Leng Xiyan” in her first described appearance, while later chapters use “Leng Yanxi.” 19 28