Ji Xinyan

Biodata

Feature	Value
Name	Ji Xinyan (纪心言)
Alias(es)	Tea Sister
Gender	Female
Affiliation	Haijing Institute of Technology
Occupation/Role	University student; Lin Baici's classmate and romantic confidante
First Appearance	Chapter 77

Background / History

Ji Xinyan is a popular, affluent student whose fashionable image and beauty frequently invite comparison with other women. Her urban, trend-conscious style made her stand apart from classmates, though it also left her feeling that few girls wanted to be close friends while constantly being compared to her. 77 128 156

She briefly attempted livestreaming during the height of her popularity, but repeatedly canceled broadcasts because she lacked patience and disliked low-quality viewer comments. The audience she attracted through her looks and figure quickly faded, leaving only a handful of old fans. 157

She initially becomes close to Lin Baici through casual outings, shopping, drinking, and frank conversation. Although she is jealous of the attention he receives from exceptionally beautiful women such as Jin Yingzhen, she gradually becomes more open about her affection for him. 160 247 551

As Lin's wealth and influence become clearer, Ji helps him inspect and furnish his villa, receiving ten million yuan to manage furniture purchases. She also receives a BMW X5 from him, registered in her own name. 564 609 610

By the time Lin introduces her as his girlfriend during a business lunch, their relationship has become publicly recognizable, even if Ji remains reluctant to force a formal confirmation from him. 719 929 1133

Appearance

Ji Xinyan is a tall, slender, highly fashionable young woman whose beauty, long legs, and confident presence draw attention in public. Her outfits range from sporty and youthful to bold, fashionable looks built around leather skirts, boots, stockings, and luxury accessories. 128 642 728 929

• Often described as one of the most beautiful women in her class and department. 77 157
• Has long hair and delicate facial features. 608
• Frequently favors stylish, urban clothing associated with Xiaohongshu fashion posts. 128
• Claims that her bare face is unmatched in her department, though she dresses up carefully for important dates. 551
• Uses and shares high-end cosmetics with her roommates. 562

Personality

Ji Xinyan is outgoing, witty, and highly self-aware. She openly acknowledges that she can be calculating, materialistic, and possessive, but does not hide these traits behind a falsely aloof image. She values good food, beautiful clothes, and a life lived on her own terms. 562 610 651

Despite her bold flirting and teasing, she is emotionally perceptive. She recognizes Lin's restraint, senses when he is hiding dangerous concerns, and avoids pressuring him into defining their relationship before he is ready. 626 736 1133 1183

She is generous and socially skilled, maintaining broad connections among classmates and helping her roommates with cosmetics, styling, and advice. However, she can also be strategic and manipulative when she believes someone threatens her position or could become useful later. 562 564 610

Jealousy is one of her defining flaws. She feels insecure when confronted with women she considers more beautiful, capable, or devoted to Lin Baici, but she is capable of respecting formidable rivals rather than simply dismissing them. 77 677 719 737

Skills

Fashion and Styling

Ji Xinyan has strong knowledge of clothing, luxury goods, cosmetics, and presentation.

• Identifies Feng Ting's Valentino high heels as replicas based on owning authentic pairs herself. 552
• Advises Liu Zilu on clothing and styling, helping her create a striking new look. 646
• Understands how appearance, social image, and luxury goods affect campus perceptions. 610

Social Insight and Relationship Advice

Ji Xinyan is adept at reading social situations and explaining romantic dynamics.

• Teaches Lin Baici that “whatever” can conceal a woman's preferences or function as a test. 729
• Emphasizes observing a person's needs and preferences rather than taking their words at face value. 729
• Rejects Li Muxia because she values a partner with sufficient emotional depth, financial stability, and an independent career. 608 609
• Encourages Liu Zilu to build her own independence instead of relying on others. 609

Household and Business Sense

Ji Xinyan offers practical ideas beyond romance and fashion.

• Takes charge of decorating Lin Baici's villa and organizing its furnishings. 564
• Provides Lin with ideas about establishing a technology-review persona and commercializing online content. 931
• Understands university social networks and the value of personal connections. 934

Equipment / Items

• BMW X5 — Top-trim model worth over 800,000 yuan; purchased by Lin Baici and registered under Ji Xinyan's name. 559 609 610
• Luxury cosmetics and fashion accessories — Ji regularly uses high-end cosmetics and owns luxury-brand clothing and bags. 562 728
• Lin Baici's villa furnishings budget — Entrusted with ten million yuan to purchase furniture and household items for Lin's new villa. 564

Relationships

• Lin Baici — Classmate, confidant, and eventual boyfriend in public contexts. Their relationship develops through teasing, mutual care, gifts, dates, and shared danger; Ji is fiercely protective of him despite her jealousy over his other female connections. 160 719 929 1165 1183
• Bai Jiao — Dormmate, friend, and occasional romantic rival. Their candid conversations reveal mutual competitiveness but also respect. 651 719
• Liu Zilu — Close roommate whom Ji supports with cosmetics, styling advice, and financial help; Ji wishes Liu would become more independent rather than merely following her. 562 609 618 651
• Sannomiya Airi — Initially viewed as a dangerous romantic rival because of her closeness to Lin; Ji is eventually impressed by Airi's abilities and social charm. 719 737
• Zhu Qiunan — A respected rival for Lin Baici's affection. Ji considers Zhu's willingness to face danger beside Lin proof of genuine feelings. 677
• Sun Yixiao — Former high-school classmate and social rival. Sun once used Ji's social circle to approach a wealthy admirer pursuing Ji. 730 734
• Li Muxia — Admirer whose confession Ji rejects twice, stating that she is interested in someone else. 608 609
• Tang Nan — Best friend who encourages Ji to be more open about her feelings for Lin. 626

Story Role / Major Arcs

Early University Life

Ji is introduced as a popular classmate struggling with jealousy toward Jin Yingzhen, whose wealth, beauty, and gifts to Lin Baici make Ji feel overshadowed. 77

Her friendship with Lin grows through outings, shopping, drinking, and teasing conversations. She gradually reveals loneliness beneath her glamorous exterior and shows concern over the women around him. 156 157 160

Villa and BMW Arc

Ji accompanies Lin while he purchases a villa, asserts herself against interested realtor Feng Ting, and volunteers to oversee its decoration. 552 564

She later receives a BMW X5 from Lin and deftly turns campus gossip about the luxury car into a demonstration of confidence and social influence. 559 610

Developing Romance

Ji openly flirts with Lin, plans dates, and offers him relationship advice under the persona of “Teacher Ji.” She becomes increasingly direct about wanting him while remaining aware that his many female acquaintances are a source of insecurity. 551 626 729 731

Lin eventually introduces her as his girlfriend, and Ji increasingly refers to him as her boyfriend. Their relationship remains playful and affectionate, with Ji showing concern whenever his work or disappearances put him at risk. 719 914 929 1039

Fairy Tale Festival

Ji accompanies Lin into the Fairy Tale Festival and becomes a target of the Snow White Queen's jealousy. Lin eats a poisoned apple in her place, deepening Ji's awareness of her feelings for him. 1165

During the crisis, Ji encourages the group not to surrender and deliberately avoids invoking Lin's name in a way that might pressure him to overextend himself. 1166

Notable Quotes

“As a person, the most important thing is to be happy.” 562

“Instead of always relying on others, why not think about how you can fly yourself!” 609

“Do things you like, that’s not a waste!” 729

“You don't need to consider my future. Just enjoy the present!” 1183

Trivia

• Ji calls herself a “looks-dog,” but admits that an interesting soul matters more to her than appearance alone. 651
• Her classmates call her “Teacher Ji” because of her frequent relationship and styling lessons. 608 729
• She has no patience for livestreaming despite having the appearance and figure to attract viewers. 157
• She is known for generosity and approachability among classmates, which gives her greater social influence than more aloof peers. 610 618