Ch. 21Lung Fog, Bro
Key Plot Points and Events
- Xu Yi plays Flight of the Bumblebee and Guardian of Flowers on piano and Guzheng, impressing everyone, including the Dean of the Capital Conservatory of Music, Liu Qing.
- Liu Qing offers to take Xu Yi as her disciple, but he declines, stating that music is just a hobby and his ambitions lie elsewhere.
- Xu Yi adds Yu Xue as a friend on her phone, provoking other male students.
Character Developments
- Xu Yi: Shows off his musical prowess, gains recognition from Liu Qing, and remains humble yet confident in his abilities. He also displays a sense of national pride regarding traditional instruments.
- Yu Xue: Initially jealous of Xu Yi's skills, she later admires him and asks to exchange music with him.
- Liu Qing: Recognizes Xu Yi's talent and offers to take him as her disciple. She is astonished that he is self-taught.
Significant Themes
- Talent and hard work: Xu Yi's natural talent contrasts with Yu Xue's diligent practice, challenging the notion that hard work is the only path to success.
- Humility and confidence: Xu Yi demonstrates both humility in his accomplishments and confidence in his abilities, making him more likable despite his initial provocation.
- National pride: Xu Yi's statement about traditional instruments highlights the theme of national pride and the importance of preserving cultural heritage.
Character Interactions
- Xu Yi and Yu Xue: Their interaction shifts from rivalry to mutual respect and admiration, with Yu Xue acknowledging Xu Yi's qualifications and adding him as a friend.
- Xu Yi and Liu Qing: They have a brief but significant interaction, with Liu Qing recognizing Xu Yi's talent and offering to take him as her disciple.
- Xu Yi and other male students: Xu Yi's provocation leads to jealousy and resentment among the male students, highlighting their competitive nature.