Liang Mengqi

Biodata

Background / History

Liang Mengqi first encounters Zhang Han and Mengmeng at the beach. Wearing a white bikini, she chats warmly with Mengmeng and offers her an iced green tea, but Zhang Han refuses it because he does not allow Mengmeng to accept drinks from strangers. Annoyed by his response, Mengqi's companions call him “uncle,” while Mengmeng defends her father 28.

She later enters Mengmeng's Leisure Restaurant after being drawn in by the aroma of freshly boiled milk. Recognizing Mengmeng but not initially being recognized by Zhang Han, she orders egg fried rice and milk despite objecting to the restaurant's limited menu and unusually high prices 40 41.

After tasting the food, Mengqi becomes an enthusiastic regular. She considers the fried rice worth far more than its 280-yuan price, orders a second serving, and returns the following morning with Yu Qingqing and Zhao Dahu 42 43 45. She promotes the restaurant to her WeChat group, emphasizing both the exceptional food and Zhang Han's refined restaurant furnishings 44.

Appearance

Liang Mengqi is a tall, attractive young woman with a voluptuous figure and a melon-seed-shaped face 28 40.

• About 1.7 meters tall 28
• Large eyes and long, slender legs 40
• Seen in a white bikini during her first meeting with Mengmeng 28
• Later wears a short-sleeved shirt, shorts, and sandals 40
• Has a small dimple on the right side of her cheek 45

Personality

Mengqi is kind toward children and readily approaches Mengmeng with warmth. Although she is frustrated by Zhang Han's cold treatment and restaurant rules, she respects the boundaries he sets rather than forcing her way into his private space 28 40.

She is a discerning but passionate foodie. The quality of Zhang Han's cooking quickly overcomes her skepticism, and she becomes anxious at the prospect of future customers leaving too little food for her to eat 41 42 46.

Mengqi also displays courage when threatened. During the Yonghe Society's visit, she immediately steps in front of a frightened Mengmeng and confronts the yellow-haired thug for shouting 49.

Relationships

• Zhang Han — Restaurant owner whose cooking and piano playing earn her admiration; she becomes a frequent customer and develops a growing interest in him 40 42 46 48.
• Zhang Yumeng (Mengmeng) — Friendly toward Zhang Han's daughter from their first beach meeting; shields her from threatening gang members 28 40 49 50.
• Liang Hao — Her older brother. He plans to travel to Hong Kong after handing his Singapore companies to relatives, intending to seek out Ziyan 44.
• Yu Qingqing — Friend and fellow restaurant regular. Yu Qingqing teases Mengqi about pursuing Zhang Han 45 46 48.
• Zhao Dahu — Friend and fellow restaurant regular; Mengqi teases him over his pursuit of Yu Qingqing 45 46.
• Zhao Feng — Present during the Yonghe Society's attempted collection of protection money; Mengqi witnesses his group's intimidation of the restaurant 49 50.

Story Role / Major Arcs

Beach Encounter

Mengqi's attempt to give Mengmeng a cold drink introduces her to Zhang Han and his daughter. Zhang Han's refusal leaves her offended, but Mengmeng's memorable appearance remains on her mind afterward 28 40.

Mengmeng's Leisure Restaurant

Mengqi becomes the restaurant's first customer, initially questioning its prices and sparse menu. The egg fried rice and milk completely change her opinion; she pays extra, promises to return, and brings friends to experience the food 40 41 42 43 45.

Protection-Money Incident

When Yonghe Society members intimidate the restaurant, Mengqi protects Mengmeng before Zhang Han takes over. After Zhang Han forces the group to leave, she praises Yu Qingqing's Taekwondo ability and asks Zhang Han to prepare more food for future visits 49 50.

Trivia

• Mengqi rents a luxurious high-rise apartment with a sea view 44.
• She is unemployed, giving her more free time than most members of her friend group 44.
• She is willing to pay 2,800 yuan for Zhang Han's egg fried rice despite it officially costing 280 yuan per serving 44.
• Her first impression of Zhang Han changes from irritation to admiration after she tastes his cooking and hears him play piano 40 42 44.