Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Yuan and Lu Kaiwen encounter Wu Qingying on a mountain, leading to misunderstandings about their relationship.
• Lu Kaiwen shares Wu Qingying's literary achievements and her pen name, Marisa, which intrigues Su Yuan.
• Lu Kaiwen expresses his interest in writing a semi-classical novel.
• Su Yuan learns about a classmate who wrote a novel titled 'Girl Not Below' under the pen name Little Sheep Under the Moon.
• Upon returning home, Su Yuan finds Gao Jun and friends conducting an experiment with her jade, successfully converting its energy into electrical energy.

Character Developments

• Wu Qingying: Introduced as a talented, double-majoring freshman with literary achievements under the pen name Marisa.
• Lu Kaiwen: Shows interest in writing a semi-classical novel and admiration for Wu Qingying's accomplishments.
• Su Yuan: Remains calm and composed amidst misunderstandings, shows interest in Wu Qingying's literary works, and is intrigued by the classmate's novel.

Significant Themes

• Misunderstandings and Reputation: The incident with Wu Qingying highlights how misunderstandings can harm one's reputation.
• Literary Ambitions: Several characters express interest in writing novels, exploring the theme of artistic pursuits.
• Scientific Discovery: The experiment with the jade explores the theme of scientific innovation and the pursuit of knowledge.

Character Interactions

• Su Yuan and Lu Kaiwen: They discuss Wu Qingying's literary achievements and Lu Kaiwen's interest in writing a novel.
• Su Yuan and Wu Qingying: Though they haven't interacted directly, Wu Qingying's actions and thoughts are revealed, showing her teasing nature and understanding of Su Yuan's innocence.
• Su Yuan and Gao Jun: They share an intellectual bond, with Gao Jun explaining his experiment to Su Yuan, showing their mutual respect and understanding.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Gao Jun's experiment successfully converts the jade's energy into electric current.
• The group decides to measure the current, create an enclosed sphere to capture energy, and analyze the jade's composition.
• Xia Linfei offers to move her personal laboratory instruments to Binhe City for the research.
• Ji Yehao and Su Yuan will find a suitable factory building for the research base.
• Su Yuan discovers an author using her old pen name "Cirno" and finds her unfinished work "My Beautiful School Bully Life" on Dian Niang website.

Character Developments

• Gao Jun shows leadership and technical expertise in planning the next steps of the research.
• Xia Linfei reveals her wealth and generosity by offering to move her personal laboratory instruments.
• Su Yuan shows curiosity and determination in investigating the author using her pen name.

Significant Themes

• The power of friendship and collaboration in scientific research.
• The ethical dilemma of owning and researching a valuable and potentially dangerous artifact like the jade.
• The challenges and rewards of pursuing personal interests and passions, as seen in Xia Linfei's personal laboratory.

Character Interactions

• Gao Jun, Xia Linfei, Ji Yehao, and Su Yuan work together to plan and divide tasks for the jade research.
• Su Yuan interacts with the online author using her pen name, feeling a mix of envy, jealousy, and curiosity.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Yuan discovers her author account has been used by someone else, who has gained fame with it.
• She vents her anger by cursing on Dian Niang, then reflects on the situation and decides to blame Dian Niang's database.
• The cheerleading team practices again, with a new dance teacher. Su Yuan, as captain, struggles but improves.
• The cheerleading uniforms arrive, and Su Yuan is tasked with distributing them. She finds the design familiar and realizes it's based on an anime character's uniform.

Character Developments

• Su Yuan: She becomes more determined and resilient as the cheerleading captain, facing challenges with improved mental strength. She also shows resilience in dealing with the author account issue.
• Ji Yehao: He supports Su Yuan's cheerleading efforts, showing understanding and encouragement.

Significant Themes

• Resilience and determination in facing challenges (Su Yuan's growth as cheerleading captain and dealing with the author account issue).
• The impact of technology and social media on identity and authorship (Su Yuan's author account being used by someone else).

Character Interactions

• Su Yuan and Ji Yehao: They share a friendly, supportive dynamic. Ji Yehao encourages Su Yuan's cheerleading efforts.
• Su Yuan and Ling Chendong: Ling Chendong, as the cheerleading team's supervisor, interacts with Su Yuan regarding team matters, showing trust in her leadership.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Yuan tries on the School of Biochemistry's cheerleading uniform, which she finds too revealing and uncomfortable.
• Xia Linfei and Gao Jun conduct an experiment on the jade, measuring the electrical energy it converts when stimulated with water.
• Ji Yehao borrows a car from the Shengtian Group for a trip to Qinglong Water Park.

Character Developments

• Su Yuan: Struggles with the revealing cheerleading uniform but eventually accepts it. Realizes that her conservative mindset might be too extreme.
• Gao Jun: Shows understanding and support for Su Yuan's discomfort with the uniform, encouraging her to be more open-minded.
• Ji Yehao: Helps Su Yuan understand the significance of the experimental data on the jade's energy conversion.

Significant Themes

• Acceptance of change and new experiences (Su Yuan's struggle with the cheerleading uniform)
• Scientific exploration and discovery (the experiment on the jade's energy conversion)

Character Interactions

• Su Yuan and Gao Jun: Discuss the cheerleading uniform, with Gao Jun encouraging Su Yuan to be more open-minded.
• Gao Jun, Xia Linfei, and Ji Yehao: Collaborate on the experiment, sharing and discussing their findings.
• Su Yuan and Ji Yehao: Discuss the experimental data on the jade's energy conversion.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The group discovers the extraordinary energy storage capabilities of the jade, leading them to suspect it's of extraterrestrial origin.
• They visit Qinglong Water Park on October 27th, where Su Yuan and Ji Yehao ride thrilling attractions like the roller coaster and Sky-High Tower.
• Su Yuan and Ji Yehao encounter Wei Hongye at the park, who mistakenly assumes Ji Yehao is Su Yuan's boyfriend and flirts with him.

Character Developments

• Su Yuan: Shows excitement and courage while riding thrilling rides, and feels jealous when Wei Hongye flirts with Ji Yehao.
• Ji Yehao: Reveals his fear of thrilling rides but accompanies Su Yuan to ride them. He shows confidence and humor when interacting with Wei Hongye.
• Wei Hongye: Demonstrates boldness and straightforwardness by flirting with Ji Yehao in front of Su Yuan.

Significant Themes

• The extraordinary nature of the jade and its possible extraterrestrial origin.
• The thrill and excitement of theme park rides.
• Jealousy and possessiveness in relationships.

Character Interactions

• Su Yuan and Ji Yehao: They ride thrilling rides together, with Su Yuan encouraging Ji Yehao despite his fear. They also encounter Wei Hongye, leading to a moment of jealousy for Su Yuan.
• Su Yuan and Wei Hongye: They encounter each other at the water park, and Wei Hongye flirts with Ji Yehao in front of Su Yuan, causing her to feel jealous.
• Ji Yehao and Wei Hongye: They meet and have a friendly interaction, with Ji Yehao humorously revealing his intentions towards Su Yuan.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Yuan and Wei Hongye ride the thrilling "Supreme Majestic Wind" roller coaster, leaving Ji Yehao behind.
• Su Yuan and Ji Yehao explore various rides together, with Su Yuan feeling unwell on a spinning ride.
• They have lunch with Gao Jun, Xia Linfei, Yang Xiaowei, and Mo Ying, then encounter Lin Jun, Xiao Yiyan, Yan Bing, and Wang Ping.
• After lunch, they change into swimsuits and enjoy water activities in the afternoon. Su Yuan's white bikini attracts attention.
• In the evening, they go on the Long Distance Rafting ride. Su Yuan gets thoroughly soaked and witnesses Wu Qingying falling into the water.

Character Developments

• Su Yuan: Shows bravery and concern for others by trying to save Wu Qingying despite her own limited swimming skills.
• Wei Hongye: Enjoys thrilling rides and is envious of Su Yuan's figure.
• Ji Yehao: Seems to have feelings for Su Yuan but is scared of thrilling rides.

Significant Themes

• Friendship and camaraderie among the group of friends.
• Overcoming fears and challenges, both physical and emotional.
• The theme of saving and being saved, highlighting Su Yuan's compassion.

Character Interactions

• Su Yuan and Wei Hongye bond over their love for thrilling rides.
• Su Yuan and Ji Yehao explore rides together, with Ji Yehao showing concern for Su Yuan's well-being.
• Su Yuan and Xiao Yiyan have a tense standoff at lunch, but Xiao Yiyan later shows a friendly side.
• Su Yuan witnesses Wu Qingying's accident and attempts to save her, demonstrating her caring nature.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Yuan nearly drowns while trying to save Wu Qingying, who fell into the river.
• She experiences a strange, silent city in a vision before waking up in the infirmary.
• Su Yuan learns that Ji Yehao performed artificial respiration on her after she was rescued.

Character Developments

• Su Yuan realizes the importance of self-strength for saving others, avoiding being dragged down with the person in need.
• Wu Qingying's delicate health is highlighted, contrasting with Su Yuan's vitality.
• Ji Yehao, Gao Jun, and Yang Xiaowei show bravery and selflessness by rushing into the river to save Su Yuan and Wu Qingying.

Significant Themes

• The importance of self-strength and preparedness in helping others.
• The value of life and the willingness to sacrifice for it.
• The consequences of reckless actions (the students who used water guns on Wu Qingying).

Character Interactions

• Su Yuan and Wu Qingying: Su Yuan risks her life to save Wu Qingying, but Wu Qingying's actions unintentionally put Su Yuan in danger.
• Ji Yehao and Su Yuan: Ji Yehao saves Su Yuan and performs artificial respiration on her, causing some embarrassment between them.
• Xia Linfei and Su Yuan: Xia Linfei shows concern for Su Yuan's well-being and helps her understand the situation.
• The group: They work together to rescue Su Yuan and Wu Qingying, demonstrating unity and camaraderie.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Yuan and Ji Yehao go on a mission to find a suitable factory building for their experiments.
• They visit a factory owned by Boss Li, located in a remote area, which they initially find satisfactory.
• Ji Yehao handles the negotiation, presenting the remote location as a drawback to drive down the price.
• Su Yuan receives a call from another potential landlord and decides to leave Boss Li's factory to consider other options.

Character Developments

• Su Yuan: Shows initiative in finding potential locations and carrying necessary items for her period. She also learns to let Ji Yehao handle negotiations, acknowledging his expertise.
• Ji Yehao: Demonstrates his business acumen and negotiation skills, showing he's capable of handling financial aspects. He also shows a protective and caring side towards Su Yuan.

Significant Themes

• The search for a suitable location for their experiments, highlighting their dedication to their project.
• The importance of negotiation and bargaining in business, with Ji Yehao showcasing his skills in this area.

Character Interactions

• Su Yuan and Ji Yehao work together, with Ji Yehao taking the lead in negotiations while Su Yuan supports him and learns from his approach.
• Su Yuan and Ji Yehao maintain a friendly and comfortable dynamic, with Ji Yehao showing affection towards Su Yuan, calling her "Xiao Yuan," which she playfully rebukes.

Chapter Summary

Title: "The Delayed Update"

Key Plot Points and Events

• The narrator realizes they've forgotten to send the chapter they wrote at the office to their email.
• They announce that today's update will be postponed until the next day to compensate for the oversight.
• The narrator commits to doubling the word count of tomorrow's update to meet the full attendance requirement.

Character Developments

• The narrator displays responsibility and commitment to their writing schedule, showing dedication and accountability.
• They also exhibit a sense of humor and self-deprecation, using emoticons to express their frustration.

Significant Themes

• Responsibility and accountability: The narrator takes responsibility for their mistake and commits to making it right.
• Commitment: The narrator demonstrates dedication to their writing schedule and maintaining their streak.
• Humor: The narrator uses self-deprecating humor to lighten the situation.

Character Interactions

• As this is a first-person narrative, there are no direct character interactions. However, the narrator addresses the reader as if they are a familiar audience, creating a sense of interaction and shared experience.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Yuan and Ji Yehao visit several factories to find a suitable location for their experiments.
• They decide to rent a 550-square-meter factory from Boss Li for 5,000 RMB per month.
• Ji Yehao takes Su Yuan to lunch with his father, Ji Shengchen, who also invites a business partner, Uncle Liu.
• Uncle Liu had previously expressed interest in arranging a marriage between his daughter and Ji Yehao, which Ji Shengchen had not discouraged until he learned about Su Yuan.

Character Developments

• Su Yuan becomes increasingly entangled in the web of the Ji family's expectations and business alliances.
• Ji Yehao's feelings for Su Yuan grow stronger, and he becomes more protective of her.
• Ji Shengchen shows his strategic thinking in handling business relationships and his son's personal life.

Significant Themes

• The complications of family expectations and business alliances.
• The tension between personal desires and societal expectations.
• The struggle between honesty and maintaining face in relationships.

Character Interactions

• Su Yuan and Ji Yehao's relationship becomes more complex, with Su Yuan feeling increasingly trapped in the situation.
• Ji Shengchen and Uncle Liu's interaction highlights the political nature of business relationships.
• Ji Yehao's protective behavior towards Su Yuan deepens their bond.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ji Yehao reveals that Uncle Liu is Liu Shannian, the chairman of Haizhou Zhouji Group, which is more powerful than the Ji Family's Shengtian Group.
• Su Yuan is shocked by Liu Shannian's influence and realizes that Ji Yehao rejecting Liu Piaoxue, the chairman's daughter, might have been a mistake.
• Ji Yehao shares his childhood experience with Su Yuan, revealing he had a stir of affection for a girl when he was twelve, which Su Yuan teasingly calls his first love.

Character Developments

• Ji Yehao: Shows his humble beginnings and his initial stir of affection for a girl, which Su Yuan teases him about.
• Su Yuan: Realizes the power dynamics between the Ji and Liu families and feels inferior due to her own family's status. She also teases Ji Yehao about his first love.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and influence in wealthy families.
• First love and its impact on future relationships.
• Teasing and banter between Ji Yehao and Su Yuan, indicating their growing comfort with each other.

Character Interactions

• Ji Yehao and Su Yuan: They engage in playful banter, with Su Yuan teasing Ji Yehao about his first love and Ji Yehao trying to keep the conversation lighthearted. Their interaction shows a growing familiarity and comfort with each other.

Summary

Plot Points and Events

• Su Yuan and Ji Yehao drive past a young Taoist priest, whom Su Yuan recognizes as the one who sold her the jade. She stops the car and confronts him.
• The Taoist priest initially tries to deceive Su Yuan again, but she attacks him, leading to Ji Yehao intervening.
• Ji Yehao interrogates the Taoist priest about the jade's origin.

Character Developments

• Su Yuan: Shows her violent tendencies and determination to uncover the truth about her transformation.
• Ji Yehao: Demonstrates his calm and collected demeanor, acting as a mediator between Su Yuan and the Taoist priest.
• Young Taoist Priest: Initially tries to deceive Su Yuan again, but later shows remorse and willingness to cooperate.

Significant Themes

• Deception and Truth: The Taoist priest's deception and Su Yuan's pursuit of the truth are central to the chapter.
• Transformation and Identity: Su Yuan's transformation from a man to a woman is a significant event driving her actions.

Character Interactions

• Su Yuan and Ji Yehao: Their tacit understanding and mutual support are evident as they work together to confront the Taoist priest.
• Su Yuan and the Young Taoist Priest: Their interaction is marked by hostility, with Su Yuan seeking revenge and the priest trying to appease her.
• Ji Yehao and the Young Taoist Priest: Ji Yehao acts as a mediator, trying to extract information from the priest without resorting to violence.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Young Taoist Priest reveals he found the jade piece at a construction site on the night of September 2nd, where he saw a burning metallic sphere (likely a satellite) and picked up the jade before the military arrived.
• Su Yuan's period starts unexpectedly, and she leaks while interacting with the Young Taoist Priest. Ji Yehao carries her back home.

Character Developments

• The Young Taoist Priest: Initially dishonest, he later reveals the truth about the jade's origin due to Ji Yehao's threat. He's scared of the military and wants to keep his involvement secret.
• Su Yuan: She's embarrassed and humiliated when her period starts unexpectedly. Despite her initial anger, she accepts Ji Yehao's help.
• Ji Yehao: He remains calm and composed throughout the situation, showing concern for Su Yuan's well-being.

Significant Themes

• Honesty and Dishonesty: The Young Taoist Priest initially lies but later reveals the truth under pressure, highlighting the consequences of dishonesty.
• Embarrassment and Humiliation: Su Yuan's unexpected period start leads to embarrassment and humiliation, affecting her dignity.

Character Interactions

• Su Yuan and the Young Taoist Priest: They initially argue, with Su Yuan threatening him. Later, she feels embarrassed in front of him.
• Ji Yehao and Su Yuan: Ji Yehao carries Su Yuan back home after her embarrassing situation, showing concern and care.
• Ji Yehao and Gao Jun: They discuss the coil Gao Jun is winding, with Ji Yehao raising a question about high-frequency energy.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The group finds a suitable factory for their research.
• Su Yuan learns from the young Taoist priest that the jade might have come from an alien spacecraft.
• Gao Jun, Ji Yehao, and Su Yuan discuss the possibility of aliens and their technology.
• Su Yuan attends a cheerleading practice, feeling self-conscious and objectified.

Character Developments

• Su Yuan becomes more aware of her body and its effects on others, particularly men.
• Ji Yehao shows concern for Su Yuan's well-being.
• Gao Jun's interest is piqued by the possibility of alien technology.

Significant Themes

• The exploration of alien life and technology.
• The objectification of women in cheerleading culture.
• The impact of societal expectations on individual behavior and self-awareness.

Character Interactions

• Su Yuan and Ji Yehao's relationship remains ambiguous, with Ji Yehao showing affection and Su Yuan being evasive.
• Gao Jun teases Su Yuan about her relationship with Ji Yehao.
• Su Yuan feels uncomfortable with the attention and comments from the male executives during cheerleading practice.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wu Qingying thanks Su Yuan for saving her, despite Su Yuan insisting she wasn't the one who ultimately rescued them.
• Xiao Yiyan and Yan Bing discuss Su Yuan's popularity and the forum's changes, including the new badge system.
• Bai Zhifeng witnesses a fight at Green City and intervenes.

Character Developments

• Wu Qingying shows gratitude and remorse for her past actions.
• Xiao Yiyan and Yan Bing's friendship deepens as they discuss their feelings and future prospects.
• Bai Zhifeng demonstrates his influence and detachment from the city's power dynamics.

Significant Themes

• Gratitude and remorse (Wu Qingying's feelings towards Su Yuan).
• Friendship and camaraderie (Xiao Yiyan and Yan Bing's bond).
• Detachment from worldly affairs (Bai Zhifeng's attitude towards the fight).

Character Interactions

• Wu Qingying and Su Yuan: Wu Qingying expresses her thanks and regret to Su Yuan.
• Xiao Yiyan and Yan Bing: They discuss their feelings, Su Yuan's popularity, and the forum's changes.
• Bai Zhifeng and the fighters: Bai Zhifeng intervenes in the fight, demonstrating his influence.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The chapter focuses on Guan Feiming's fall from grace and his encounter with Bai Zhifeng in ** City.
• Bai Zhifeng advises Guan Feiming about his failures and gives him a document revealing Su Yuan's true background.
• The annual sports meet of Binhe University of Science and Technology begins, with the School of Biochemistry's cheerleading squad, led by Su Yuan, making a striking appearance.

Character Developments

• Guan Feiming: Realizes the fickleness of human relationships and the futility of his revenge plans after his fall from power.
• Bai Zhifeng: Shows wisdom and understanding as he advises Guan Feiming and reveals his knowledge of Su Yuan's background.

Significant Themes

• The transient nature of power and influence.
• The importance of understanding one's opponents and the situation before acting.
• The consequences of arrogance and ignorance.

Character Interactions

• Bai Zhifeng and Guan Feiming: Bai Zhifeng treats Guan Feiming to a meal and gives him advice, highlighting the contrast between their characters and situations.
• The School of Biochemistry's cheerleading squad: Their vibrant uniforms and Su Yuan's leadership draw attention and admiration from the crowd at the sports meet.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The opening ceremony of Binhe University of Science and Technology's sports meet is held.
• Su Mengyuan, as the captain of the School of Biochemistry cheerleading squad, leads her team in a dance performance.
• The School of Biochemistry's cheerleader uniforms are unique and revealing, drawing attention from the audience.

Character Developments

• Su Mengyuan: She shows leadership and confidence as she leads her team in the dance performance, despite her initial nervousness. She also demonstrates her strategic thinking by asking her friends about their plans for the afternoon, showing she's considering the team's future.
• Ji Yehao: He continues to follow Su Mengyuan, acting as her shadow and escort. He maintains a perfect balance between pursuing her and giving her personal space.

Significant Themes

• Leadership and Teamwork: Su Mengyuan's role as the captain of the cheerleading squad highlights her leadership skills and her ability to work with a team.
• Appearance vs. Substance: The unique cheerleader uniforms draw attention to the School of Biochemistry team, but it's Su Mengyuan's leadership and the team's performance that truly make an impression.
• Pursuit and Relationships: Ji Yehao's persistent pursuit of Su Mengyuan shows his dedication, while Su Mengyuan's acceptance of his presence, despite her initial reservations, hints at a developing relationship.

Character Interactions

• Su Mengyuan and her cheerleading squad: They work together to prepare for and perform in the opening ceremony dance.
• Su Mengyuan and Ji Yehao: Their dynamic continues to develop, with Ji Yehao acting as Su Mengyuan's shadow and escort, and Su Yuan growing accustomed to his presence.
• Su Mengyuan and her friends: She asks them about their plans for the afternoon, showing she's considering their involvement in the team's future.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Yuan and Ji Yehao return from the first day of the cheerleading competition. Su Yuan is exhausted and limps back to the activity room.
• Han Xiaoling, a girl from the cheerleading squad, tries to provoke Su Yuan by flirting with Ji Yehao, but Su Yuan remains indifferent.
• Su Yuan overhears Han Xiaoling and others discussing her and Ji Yehao's relationship, leading to further misunderstandings.
• Su Yuan receives news that her cousin, Shi Yueying, will arrive in Binhe the next day.

Character Developments

• Su Yuan: She shows resilience and determination in her role as a cheerleader, despite the physical demands. She also demonstrates emotional maturity and self-control in handling the provocation from Han Xiaoling.
• Ji Yehao: He continues to pursue Su Yuan, but his actions lead to misunderstandings about their relationship. He lacks foresight in handling Han Xiaoling's provocation.
• Han Xiaoling: She tries to provoke Su Yuan but fails, leading to further misunderstandings about Su Yuan and Ji Yehao's relationship.

Significant Themes

• Misunderstandings and Perception: The chapter explores how misunderstandings can arise from misperceptions and misinterpretations of actions and words.
• Pursuit and Self-Control: It delves into the dynamics of pursuit and the importance of self-control in maintaining one's principles and boundaries.

Character Interactions

• Su Yuan and Ji Yehao: Their relationship remains ambiguous, with Ji Yehao pursuing Su Yuan, and Su Yuan trying to maintain a brotherly friendship.
• Su Yuan and Han Xiaoling: Their interaction highlights Su Yuan's self-control and indifference to Han Xiaoling's provocation.
• Su Yuan and Shi Yueying: Though not physically present, Shi Yueying's impending arrival sets up a potential new dynamic in Su Yuan's life.

Chapter Summary: “Mischievous and Eccentric”

• Family background: Su Yuan explains that the Su Family has three siblings: her eldest uncle, aunt, and uncle. Her cousin Shi Yueying is Aunt’s daughter and grew up in the north. Although petite like a southerner, Yueying is carefree, mischievous, eccentric, and bold.
• Past relationship and pranks: Su Yuan recalls Yueying’s outrageous childhood behavior. During one visit, Yueying secretly entered Su Yuan’s bed, drew a turtle and beard on her body, and tried to pull down her clothes to inspect her. When Yueying mocked Su Yuan’s undeveloped body, Su Yuan kicked her out of bed. Yueying then dramatically complained to the family, but Su Caiwei punished her instead. The memory captures their unusual, antagonistic but affectionate relationship.
• Shift in their dynamic: As they grew older, the balance changed. Yueying stopped growing at sixteen, while Su Yuan underwent a major physical transformation and became taller and more mature-looking. Su Yuan took satisfaction in finally overpowering and teasing her cousin, though her resentment gradually softened into fond amusement.
• Conversation with Gao Jun: Su Yuan tells Gao Jun that Yueying is eighteen and arriving soon. Gao Jun shows interest in whether she is pretty, prompting Su Yuan to accuse him of being a “sister complex.” His obvious lack of embarrassment adds a light, teasing note to their interaction.
• Sports meet and departure: On the second day of Binhe University’s sports meet, the weather turns colder and overcast. Since the morning events do not require her presence, Su Yuan asks Han Xiaoling to cover for her and leaves to pick up Yueying at the train station.
• Reunion at the station: Yueying arrives dressed in a youthful, eye-catching outfit and immediately orders Su Yuan to carry her luggage. She then notices Su Yuan’s transformation and jokingly starts calling her “Cousin Sis” instead of “Cousin.” Yueying openly comments on Su Yuan’s larger chest and embraces her in a deliberately provocative, comic manner. Su Yuan responds with exasperated affection rather than anger.
• Conversation about Su Yuan’s transformation: In the car, Yueying continues making blunt jokes, suggesting Su Yuan should have undergone “surgery” earlier and comparing her former body to a “peashooter” and her current appearance to a “cannon.” Although her comments unintentionally touch on Su Yuan’s painful past, Su Yuan tolerates them. Yueying’s curiosity also reveals that she does not fully understand that Su Yuan’s transformation was involuntary.
• Trip to the university: Rather than go directly home, Yueying asks Su Yuan to take her to Binhe University of Foreign Languages, the school she has been admitted to. During the drive, Yueying studies Su Yuan’s changed appearance and begins asking why she stopped being male and when she first wanted to become female. Her questions leave Su Yuan stunned, setting up a more serious discussion.

Character development and themes

• Su Yuan has moved from embarrassment and resentment over Yueying’s childhood cruelty to a more mature, affectionate acceptance of their bond.
• Yueying remains playful, shameless, and mischievous, but her questions show genuine curiosity about Su Yuan’s identity and transformation.
• The chapter explores family intimacy, changing gender identity, bodily transformation, childhood humiliation, and the way time reshapes old rivalries into affection.
• Their interactions alternate between teasing comedy and hints of deeper emotional tension surrounding Su Yuan’s former life as a man and her transition into her current identity.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shi Yueying misinterprets Su Yuan's past, believing she had surgery to become a woman due to a deformity.
• Su Yuan clarifies her past, revealing she was always a woman and had no deformity.
• They visit Binhe University of Foreign Languages and have lunch at Binhe University of Science and Technology's cafeteria.
• Shi Yueying expresses curiosity about living in a boys' dorm, which Su Yuan discourages.

Character Developments

• Su Yuan: Stands up for herself and clarifies her past. Shows concern for Shi Yueying's well-being.
• Shi Yueying: Exhibits curiosity and mischief, but also shows she's not completely naive.

Significant Themes

• Misunderstandings and their consequences.
• The impact of rumors and gossip.
• The differences between men's and women's dorms and the expectations placed on them.

Character Interactions

• Su Yuan and Shi Yueying's interactions are playful and teasing, with Su Yuan acting as a protective older cousin.
• They have a close, bantering relationship, with Shi Yueying often pushing boundaries and Su Yuan setting them.