Jiang Xia

Biodata

Feature	Details
Name	Jiang Xia (江夏)
Alias(es)	Xia Xia; Xiao Xia
Gender	Female
Affiliation	Q University; Garment Factory; Canton Fair trade teams
Occupation/Role	Multilingual translator and sales consultant; entrepreneur; fashion designer; factory manager; university student
Status	Married to Zhou Chenglei; mother of triplets 540
First Appearance	Chapter 1

Background & History

Jiang Xia transmigrates into a novel as the woman fated to become Zhou Chenglei's ex-wife. Awakening while feverish, she recognizes her circumstances and resolves to change both her own fate and the tragic future awaiting the Jiang family. 1 85

Though unfamiliar with the original Jiang Xia's relatives at first, she accepts the Jiang family's affection and decides to protect Father Jiang and Jiang Dong from the novel's predicted downfall, particularly Jiang Dong's relationship with Ye Xian. 76 85 450

Her memories from before transmigration include experience assisting in a five-star hotel's back kitchen, which gives her an unusually refined approach to cooking and plating. 18

Jiang Xia's marriage to Zhou Chenglei shifts from an initially strained arrangement into a close partnership. He supports her plans to attend university in Jing City, while she gradually builds trust with his family and takes an active role in caring for the Zhou children. 84 88 406

Appearance

Jiang Xia is repeatedly noted for her fair complexion, tall figure, poised bearing, and ability to make even practical clothing appear stylish. 30 539

• Snow-white skin, a slim waist, long legs, and a full but balanced figure. 30 68 218
• Distinctive phoenix eyes and a small, red, well-shaped mouth. 218
• Usually dresses carefully, combining clothing, accessories, and color palettes to create polished looks. 623 820
• Later develops and wears her own high-end custom designs, using herself as a living advertisement for her fashion brand. 844
• Frequently wears her hair in braids, though she also styles it in loose curls. 30 593

Personality

Jiang Xia is confident, articulate, and difficult to intimidate. She does not hesitate to defend herself, challenge unfair treatment, or openly state her accomplishments when others dismiss her. 73 578 651

She is practical and highly goal-oriented. Rather than wasting energy on arguments, she prefers turning opportunities into income, partnerships, or long-term business advantages. 157 301 644

Despite her sharp tongue and occasionally commanding manner, Jiang Xia is attentive toward people she considers family. She encourages children to set boundaries, rewards effort, and considers character carefully when choosing who may care for them. 88 664 770

Her attitude toward Zhou Chenglei's relatives changes markedly after transmigration: relatives who once viewed her as cold and arrogant are surprised by her warmth and attentiveness as a hostess. 406

Abilities & Skills

Multilingual Communication

Jiang Xia is fluent in five languages and is especially recognized for her English proficiency, precise phrasing, and confident communication with foreign clients. 157 287 640

• Works as a part-time translator for multiple factories. 155 157
• Speaks French well and studies original foreign-language books. 84
• Guides foreign buyers through Canton Fair booths and introduces products across several industries. 287 306 640
• Explains products in a lively, persuasive style that clients specifically request. 846

Salesmanship & Business Development

Jiang Xia combines product knowledge, persuasion, and cross-industry planning to generate sales.

• Secures translation work and potential dried-fish customers by visiting factories with Zhou Chenglei. 157
• Organizes cooperation between the Plastic Factory, Food Factory, and Vacuum Packaging Machine sales, creating mutually beneficial promotions. 301
• Clears more than 22,000 sets of Garment Factory clothing in a few days, generating over 37,000 yuan in sales. 634
• Achieves 1,681 yuan in turnover in just over an hour during her clothing-stall opening sale. 696
• Uses commission-based pay to reward employees according to their sales performance. 697

Fashion Design & Styling

Jiang Xia understands clothing coordination, fabric presentation, and marketable design.

• Restyles old factory garments with different inner layers, belts, and accessories to make them appealing to customers. 623
• Trains workers to model clothing during clearance sales, using presentation to attract a crowd. 623 624
• Plans and leads Canton Fair fashion shows, including model preparation, order materials, styling, and backstage coordination. 637 645 647
• Establishes the high-end fashion brand Gui Xia and promotes private custom orders. 847
• Uses custom-made outfits and client gifts to position her designs as premium fashion. 844 846

Teaching & Leadership

Jiang Xia is an effective instructor who earns respect through competence rather than seniority.

• Trains the Jing-Sui Trade Fair team, setting firm rules before delivering a lecture that wins over skeptical attendees. 586
• Teaches foreign languages and develops connections with students across multiple fields. 803
• Assigns work clearly and manages factory workers during the Garment Factory clearance operation. 622
• Organizes factory employees to visit other factories for learning and improvement. 677

Academic Ability

Jiang Xia is an exceptional student with strong language and economics knowledge.

• Earns Province Second in the National Higher Education Entrance Examination, as well as top marks in Language and English as individual subjects. 578
• Is admitted to Q University after retaking the entrance examination. 540
• Completes a four-year curriculum during her freshman year and publishes an economics thesis that draws widespread attention. 831
• Declines the principal's invitation to remain at the university as a teacher, choosing to focus on her factories instead. 831

Cooking & Household Management

Jiang Xia applies professional kitchen experience to family meals and food presentation.

• Creates decorative dishes such as peacock-style steamed fish and flower-arranged seafood platters. 18
• Prepares drinks and organizes meals thoughtfully for adults and children. 18
• Teaches others to prepare dishes such as cold jellyfish salad before leaving for Jing City. 571

Equipment & Possessions

• “Thirty-Six Legs” dowry — Includes two Phoenix-brand bicycles, a Hua Nan sewing machine, Shanghai-brand watch, Red Star radio, and other household goods. 17
• Bicycle — Treated by Zhou Chenglei as part of her dowry and carefully maintained. 88
• Pull Rod Box — A spacious suitcase used to carry bedding, clothing, and dormitory supplies. 576
• Custom fashion pieces — Personally designed and made garments using imported fabrics and accessories. 844
• Camera film — Purchases Kodak color film for personal use rather than accepting a business-related discount. 600

Relationships

• Zhou Chenglei — Husband and closest partner. He supports her education, accompanies her business work, and is consistently protective of her comfort and health. 84 281 571
• Jiang Dong — Younger brother. Jiang Xia is determined to protect him from Ye Xian and his original tragic fate; he supports her studies and business ventures. 85 143 308
• Father Jiang — Father. He supports Jiang Xia's ambition and takes pride in her academic achievements. 84 540 682
• Mother Jiang — Mother. Deeply protective of Jiang Xia, though her concerns about Jiang Xia's health and future often conflict with Jiang Xia's ambitions. 84 303
• Mother Zhou — Mother-in-law. Their relationship develops into a warm, mutually caring bond. 177 571 728
• Zhou Zhou — Zhou Chenglei's niece, whom Jiang Xia helps raise. Jiang Xia teaches her to refuse unwanted demands and encourages her education. 69 88 571
• Zhang Fuyan — Friend and Jiang Dong's classmate. Jiang Xia supports her in personal matters and works alongside her at trade events. 183 306 846
• Peng Yuhua — Textile Factory director. Initially skeptical of Jiang Xia, she comes to value Jiang Xia's language ability and fabric knowledge. 157 285
• Old He — Trade-fair leader who recognizes Jiang Xia's translation and sales talents, repeatedly recruits her for training and Canton Fair work. 287 582 846
• Old Mai / Grandpa Jiang — Jiang Xia's biological grandfather, who reconnects with the Jiang family after recognizing their family connection. 636 732 734

Story Role / Major Arcs

Transmigration and Marriage

Jiang Xia awakens in the body of Zhou Chenglei's future ex-wife and chooses to alter the original story rather than accept its tragic outcome. Her new outlook gradually transforms her marriage and standing within the Zhou family. 1 111 406

Translator and Canton Fair Entrant

After receiving calls from factories seeking translators, Jiang Xia begins taking part-time work and studies factory products before accepting assignments. Her competence quickly earns her attention from factory directors and foreign clients. 155 157 248

At the Canton Fair, she serves as a translator, product promoter, and sales consultant for multiple factories. Her work helps factories secure orders, while her language ability draws foreign buyers away from less capable translators. 287 301 640

Garment Factory Revival

Jiang Xia takes charge of clearing the Garment Factory's unsold inventory by turning workers into models, setting up a stall outside the factory gate, and promoting the clothing directly to passersby. 622 623

Her clearance campaign demonstrates that styling and sales presentation can make old inventory desirable. The results convince the factory director of her commercial ability and help establish her authority within the factory. 624 634

Canton Fair Fashion Shows

As chief planner, Jiang Xia organizes fashion shows that attract foreign merchants and generate substantial orders. She personally checks models, styling, accessories, ordering materials, and booth preparation. 637 645 647

She challenges foreign buyers who dismiss Hua Country's clothing as cheap or unfashionable, using the fashion show itself to win their interest and orders rather than arguing abstractly. 644 648

University Studies and Factory Expansion

After becoming a Q University student, Jiang Xia balances studies, teaching, translation work, family responsibilities, and factory management. 578 586 677

She completes her degree ahead of schedule, then returns her focus to expanding the garment and food factories rather than pursuing an academic career. 831

Gui Xia Fashion Brand

Jiang Xia develops Gui Xia as a high-end fashion label, using custom-made garments, private orders, and Canton Fair exposure to establish its reputation. 844 847

Her factory's designs become consistent best-sellers at the Canton Fair, putting pressure on competing factory directors and establishing her as a major figure in the industry. 849

Notable Quotes

“Marrying me isn't just marrying a wife, but also finding an excellent mother for his children!” 578

“It doesn't matter if I work or not, I'm not getting paid. If I'm in a good mood, I'll work. If I'm in a bad mood, I'll go home and lie down.” 651

“To tell you the truth, this outfit is specifically designed to rip off rich people's money. We don't cheat our own people.” 844

Trivia

• Jiang Xia's name corresponds to the Summer Solstice, while Jiang Dong's name corresponds to the Winter Solstice. 175
• She is described as having unusually good luck when gathering valuable seafood and other items from the shore. 41 811
• Jiang Xia initially planned to attend Jing University, but later chooses Q University in Jing City. 84 540
• She is known for changing watches frequently; Gu Yue has observed her wearing at least four different watches. 634