Third Brother

Biodata

Feature	Details
Name	Xiao Xiao 6
Alias(es)	Third Brother (老三); Master Xiao 211
Species/Race	Human 2699
Gender	Male
Affiliation	Yan University; Zhang Bo, Zhuge Yun, and Zhao Luzheng's dormitory circle 586 745
Occupation/Role	Student; supernatural helper known for seeing monsters 257 303
First Appearance	Chapter 6: “Honeybee” 6

Background / History

Xiao Xiao is an only child, despite being addressed as “Third Brother” by his close university companions. The nickname reflects his place within their group rather than a biological sibling relationship. 1817

Among Zhang Bo, Zhuge Yun, and Zhao Luzheng, he initially stands out for his composure. During discussion of a near-fatal incident involving a classmate, he silently studies the photographs with the focus of an academic researcher while the others mistake his silence for fear. 6

He gradually allows trusted people to recognize that he can see monsters, though he does not openly explain the ability to everyone. His assistance to Chi Xiuke brings him into contact with the Chi siblings, who call him “Master Xiao”; Xiuke becomes especially devoted to him. 75 211 257

Appearance

Xiao Xiao is approximately 1.8 meters tall with a slender, non-muscular build. His clean-cut, scholarly appearance sharply contrasts with his exceptional physical power. 303

• Peers describe him as having a refined, classical demeanor, comparable to a young master from an old noble family. 2478
• He wears a silver-blue brooch formed from two small gears connected by a silver chain. 2478
• He is frequently seen carrying A Jiu, his Little White Fox companion. 586

Personality

Xiao Xiao is calm, observant, and difficult to rattle. He carefully assesses situations before acting, whether examining disturbing evidence, confronting hostile people, or investigating supernatural anomalies. 6 303 2479

He is discreet about his ability to see monsters: he does not volunteer explanations, but neither does he forcefully conceal every unusual action. 257 He is also patient with frightened children and people facing supernatural disturbances, though he admits that his patience has limits when opposing demands cannot be reconciled. 3518 3656

Beneath his gentle manner, he has a teasing streak. His companions have learned that his innocent expression does not prevent him from deliberately letting them work through a problem themselves. 2676

Abilities & Skills

Monster Perception

Xiao Xiao can see monsters and recognize supernatural abnormalities that ordinary people miss. He is able to sense demonic energy and determine when a person or location may be connected to a monster. 75 257

• Notices monsters that remain invisible to his companions. 2471
• Can distinguish the absence of demonic energy as well as its presence. 2471
• Does not automatically disclose what he sees, especially when doing so would alarm others or expose his ability. 257

Communication with Monsters

Xiao Xiao can interpret monsters’ intentions from their behavior, even when they make no audible sound. 1935

• Understands nonverbal gestures from a monster inhabiting a bear plushie. 1935
• Maintains enough authority that Fei Fei and Taotie behave themselves around him. 3131
• Can feed and interact directly with Taotie without fear. 2699

Exceptional Physical Ability

Despite his slender build, Xiao Xiao possesses immense strength, speed, and reflexes. 303

• Effortlessly sends the much larger Brother Scar flying with simple strikes. 303
• Intercepts a spiritual energy-infused knife twice, earning the respect of Old Master Jiang’s Junior Brother. 1165
• His dormmates characterize his strength as innate rather than the product of visible muscle training. 837

Investigation and Problem-Solving

Xiao Xiao combines close observation with indirect methods when investigating unusual events. 2479

• Deliberately drops his brooch to create a reason to revisit a suspicious courtyard. 2479
• Helps locate a missing child after separating from the search party to pursue his own lead. 3025 3518
• Uses reassurance and practical assistance to help children engage with frightening or confusing situations. 5824

Equipment / Items

• Silver-blue gear brooch — A decorative brooch of two small gears linked by a silver chain; Xiao Xiao intentionally uses it as an investigative pretext. 2478 2479
• Sachet — Keeps a sachet that his friends consider effective in dealing with a prior supernatural problem. 281
• Little White Fox, A Jiu — Frequently carried companion with a notably bad temper toward people who invade its space. 586 785

Relationships

• Zhang Bo (Eldest Brother) — Close dormmate and friend. Zhang Bo trusts Xiao Xiao’s capabilities, though he often reacts with disbelief or concern when Xiao Xiao involves himself in supernatural matters. 500 3518
• Zhuge Yun — Dormmate who frequently presses Xiao Xiao for explanations about monsters and his methods; he views Xiao Xiao as an unusually reliable source of help. 1935 3025
• Zhao Luzheng (Youngest Brother) — Dormmate who admires Xiao Xiao’s ability and sometimes worries that Xiao Xiao belongs to a world beyond their reach. 3027 3131
• Chi Xiuchuan — Friend and older brother of Chi Xiuke; he accompanies Xiao Xiao during the Chi family’s supernatural troubles. 75 211
• Chi Xiuke — Admirer who calls him “Master Xiao” and trusts his abilities without hesitation. 211 257
• A Jiu — Little White Fox companion. A Jiu is protective of Xiao Xiao’s personal space and lashes out at people who approach too closely. 586 785
• Fei Fei — Monster associated with Xiao Xiao; Zhao Luzheng notes that Fei Fei is notably well-behaved around him. 2479 3131
• Taotie — Monster companion who fears provoking Xiao Xiao and accepts food directly from him. 2699 3131
• Old Master Jiang — Senior Yao Master who respects Xiao Xiao and considers him a young friend. 1165 2015

Story Role / Major Arcs

• Chi Family incident — Offers to examine Chi Xiuke after sensing faint demonic energy around her, establishing his connection with the Chi siblings. 75
• Brother Scar confrontation — Defeats Brother Scar’s gang leader in a one-sided fight, then calmly questions him about who sent him. 303
• Old Master Jiang meeting — Intercepts a spiritual energy-infused knife and is brought to Qingyuan to meet Old Master Jiang. 1165
• Courtyard investigation — Uses his brooch as an excuse to revisit a courtyard after noticing something suspicious around its plum tree. 2478 2480
• Missing-child search — Separates from the larger search effort, follows his own lead, and returns carrying the missing child. 3025 3518

Trivia

• “Third Brother” does not indicate that Xiao Xiao has biological siblings; he explicitly states that he is an only child. 1817
• A child who witnessed him catch a falling glass fish tank with one hand nicknamed him “Superman Brother.” 5824
• His friends sometimes describe him as a “monster in human skin” because Zhang Bo’s considerable strength does not visibly affect him. 500