Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• The author reflects on the completion of the book after four months of serialization and three hundred chapters.
• The original outline had to be changed, leading to a faster pace and the removal of several planned plotlines, including Department Head's parents' story, Yu Songsong's trip, Zhang Juntang's backstory, and everyday scenes of Little Su and Department Head.
• The author expresses satisfaction with the final pacing, comparing it to the laws of yin and yang.

Character Developments

• No significant character developments are mentioned in this chapter as it focuses on the author's reflections and plans.

Significant Themes

• The author discusses the importance of maintaining a persona and the challenges of writing while feeling disconnected from emotions and desires.
• The theme of tolerance and understanding from readers is highlighted.

Character Interactions

• This chapter primarily focuses on the author's interactions with readers through comments and feedback, rather than character interactions within the story.

Additional Notes

• The author acknowledges inspirations from other works, including a certain book on Qidian (Book A) and Miss Chen for Little Su's character.
• The author expresses plans for side stories and a separate story focused on the younger sister arc.
• The author reflects on their writing process, including their initial engagement with the comment section and later decision to stop reading it due to fragility.
• The author expresses hopes for readers' happiness and safety.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The chapter introduces Jiang Zhiyao, a young woman recalling her childhood with her older brother, Jiang Linyuan.
• Zhiyao describes their distant relationship, with Linyuan being more sociable and carefree, while she was quiet and studious.
• Zhiyao's mother is strict about academics, causing Zhiyao to fear her criticism.
• Linyuan, despite being mischievous, is not afraid of his mother's scolding.
• Zhiyao tries to connect with Linyuan after seeing him get scolded, but he falls asleep before responding.
• A turning point in their relationship occurs when Linyuan takes the blame for Zhiyao's lost summer homework, leading to him getting scolded.
• Linyuan confesses he wasn't lying about giving away his homework, and Zhiyao feels proud and decides to get to know him better.
• In the present, Zhiyao and Linyuan argue playfully about lolicons, with Zhiyao eventually kissing Linyuan to silence him.

Character Developments

• Zhiyao: Realizes she wants to get to know her brother better after he takes the blame for her.
• Linyuan: Shows he's not afraid of scolding and is proud of his actions, even if they're mischievous.

Significant Themes

• Sibling relationships and understanding.
• The impact of strict parenting on children's emotions.
• The evolution of relationships over time.

Character Interactions

• Zhiyao and Linyuan's relationship evolves from distant to playful and affectionate.
• Zhiyao's fear of her mother's criticism contrasts with Linyuan's nonchalance.
• Their playful argument in the present shows their comfortable and affectionate bond.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Linyuan and the protagonist become desk mates in middle school due to their teacher's arrangement.
• They develop a routine of Jiang Linyuan sleeping in class and the protagonist pinching him awake.
• Jiang Linyuan grows taller and bigger than the protagonist, and his appetite increases. He bribes her with snacks to keep quiet about his eating habits.
• The protagonist uses Jiang Linyuan's allowance to buy him milk and bread, feeling like she's raising a pet.
• In their second year, evening self-study is extended, and Jiang Linyuan is assigned to tutor a girl, causing the protagonist to feel jealous and resentful.
• After the exams, the girl is moved to another desk, and the protagonist becomes Jiang Linyuan's desk mate again.
• In ninth grade, they buy an MP4 player together, sharing earbuds during breaks in evening self-study. The protagonist secretly adds and deletes songs from the playlist.
• Years later, the protagonist finds the broken MP4 player and learns that Jiang Linyuan had been using a broken earbud all along.

Character Developments

• The protagonist becomes more protective and caring towards Jiang Linyuan, feeling like his owner or caretaker.
• Jiang Linyuan grows taller and more independent, but still relies on the protagonist for emotional support.
• The protagonist develops feelings for Jiang Linyuan, feeling jealous and upset when he interacts with other girls.

Significant Themes

• The theme of a sibling-like relationship evolving into something more, with the protagonist feeling protective and possessive of Jiang Linyuan.
• The theme of shared secrets and the unspoken understanding between the two characters.

Character Interactions

• The protagonist and Jiang Linyuan develop a close, almost familial bond, with the protagonist taking care of him and feeling jealous when he interacts with others.
• They share secrets and keep each other's confidences, even when it comes to small deceptions like hiding snacks or buying an MP4 player.
• They have a playful, competitive dynamic, as seen in their game of staring contests and the protagonist's attempts to hide her feelings through the MP4 player's playlist.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Linyuan and the protagonist attend the same high school, with Jiang Linyuan's father as their homeroom teacher and math teacher.
• The protagonist struggles with her math grades, which affects their class's overall ranking.
• Jiang Linyuan gets into fights defending the protagonist's honor, leading to public apologies and disciplinary actions.
• The protagonist and Jiang Linyuan choose the science track in their second year.

Character Developments

• The protagonist becomes more independent and determined to improve her academic performance.
• Jiang Linyuan shows protective and supportive behavior towards the protagonist.
• Huang Taoyan, the protagonist's new desk mate, is introduced, revealing her family issues and peculiar thoughts.

Significant Themes

• Sibling dynamics and the protagonist's growing awareness of her relationship with Jiang Linyuan.
• Academic pressure and the struggle to meet expectations.
• The impact of rumors and misunderstandings on relationships.

Character Interactions

• The protagonist and Jiang Linyuan's interactions decrease due to the protagonist's discomfort and Jiang Linyuan's protective behavior.
• The protagonist and Huang Taoyan become close, with Huang Taoyan sharing her family issues and speculations about Jiang Linyuan's identity.
• Jiang Linyuan's fights with a classmate highlight his protective nature and lead to disciplinary actions.

Key Plot Points

• The protagonist, Jiang Zhiyao, experiences a sudden loss of interest in studying during her sophomore year.
• She starts questioning her future and her relationship with Jiang Linyuan, who she considers a brother but also has complex feelings for.
• Her grades plummet, and she starts writing novel drafts during evening study hall.
• Her mother, who is also her homeroom teacher, discovers her manuscripts and suspects she's dating or has a crush. She confiscates the manuscripts and decides to send Jiang Zhiyao to live in the dorms.
• Jiang Zhiyao confirms that she's not her mother's biological daughter.
• She starts boarding at school, which means she and Jiang Linyuan will no longer ride their bicycles home together.

Character Developments

• Jiang Zhiyao: She goes through a rebellious phase, losing interest in studying and exploring her feelings for Jiang Linyuan. She also starts writing novels.
• Jiang Linyuan: He remains supportive and patient with Jiang Zhiyao, even when she's rebellious. He also expresses his understanding of their relationship, saying it's not because they're siblings that they're close, but because they've spent so much time together.

Significant Themes

• Identity: Jiang Zhiyao questions her identity as her mother's daughter and explores her feelings for Jiang Linyuan.
• Rebellion: Jiang Zhiyao goes through a rebellious phase, refusing to study and writing novels instead.
• Reality vs. Fantasy: Jiang Zhiyao differentiates between her fantasies and reality, deciding to embrace reality.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Zhiyao and Jiang Linyuan: They continue to interact closely, with Jiang Linyuan supporting Jiang Zhiyao even when she's rebellious. They also discuss their relationship, with Jiang Linyuan expressing his understanding of it.
• Jiang Zhiyao and her mother: Their relationship becomes strained as Jiang Zhiyao rebels and her mother tries to rein her in. Jiang Zhiyao also confirms that she's not her mother's biological daughter.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Linyuan, the protagonist, copies an essay from Huang Taoyan and gets caught by his teacher.
• He agrees to read his essay aloud in front of the class.
• Jiang Linyuan offers to bring breakfast for Jiang Zhiyao, a boarding student, and encounters a shy, introverted second-year student named Tangtang, who is buying breakfast for her classmates.
• Tangtang gets caught by the teacher on duty, and Jiang Linyuan witnesses her being bullied by a classmate who borrowed money from her for breakfast.
• Jiang Linyuan intervenes, and his father, the dean, punishes the bully. A week later, Tangtang thanks Jiang Linyuan and expresses her desire to change.

Character Developments

• Jiang Linyuan: He is portrayed as confident, mischievous, and somewhat rebellious. He shows kindness and concern for Tangtang, demonstrating a more caring side to his character.
• Tangtang: Initially shy and introverted, Tangtang is taken advantage of by her classmates. After her encounter with Jiang Linyuan, she decides to stand up for herself and change her situation.
• Huang Taoyan: She is portrayed as loud, humorous, and somewhat immature. Her interaction with Jiang Linyuan shows their friendly rivalry.
• Jiang Zhiyao: She is depicted as calm and collected, serving as a foil to Huang Taoyan's exuberance.

Significant Themes

• Growing up and change: The story explores the idea that growing up involves facing and overcoming challenges, as seen in Tangtang's decision to change her situation and Jiang Linyuan's realization that he might not remember Tangtang's name.
• Bullying and standing up for oneself: The story highlights the importance of standing up for oneself and not being a victim of bullying, as demonstrated by Tangtang's decision to stop running meal errands for her classmates.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Linyuan and Huang Taoyan: Their interactions show a friendly rivalry, with Jiang Linyuan often teasing Huang Taoyan, and Huang Taoyan responding in kind.
• Jiang Linyuan and Tangtang: Their interactions show Jiang Linyuan's concern and kindness towards Tangtang, and Tangtang's growing confidence and determination to change her situation.
• Jiang Linyuan and his father, the dean: Their interaction shows the dean's authority and his willingness to punish students who misbehave, even if it's his own son who brings the issue to his attention.

Key Plot Points and Events

• It snows heavily on New Year's Day, and the protagonist sneaks out to spend the day with Jiang Linyuan instead of returning to their dormitory.
• They walk home together without an umbrella, leading to a playful argument.
• They stop at a milk tea shop to warm up, where they discuss their future plans and the protagonist's recent drop in grades.
• Jiang Linyuan asks the protagonist about their romantic preferences, leading to a misunderstanding and a heated discussion about acceptance and happiness.

Character Developments

• The protagonist shows initiative and independence by sneaking out to spend time with Jiang Linyuan, demonstrating their growing maturity.
• Jiang Linyuan exhibits thoughtfulness and understanding by supporting the protagonist's happiness, even if it means accepting their romantic preferences.
• The protagonist struggles with expressing their feelings and misinterprets Jiang Linyuan's questions, leading to a moment of tension between them.

Significant Themes

• Acceptance: The theme of acceptance is explored through the discussion about the protagonist's potential romantic preferences and the potential reactions of their parents.
• Communication: The chapter highlights the importance of clear communication, as the protagonist's misunderstanding of Jiang Linyuan's intentions leads to a heated argument.
• Personal growth: The protagonist's decision to sneak out and spend time with Jiang Linyuan shows their growing independence and willingness to make their own choices.

Character Interactions

• The protagonist and Jiang Linyuan's interactions are playful and affectionate, with a strong sense of camaraderie and mutual understanding.
• The protagonist's misinterpretation of Jiang Linyuan's question leads to a moment of tension between them, but they ultimately resolve the issue through open communication.
• The chapter hints at the possibility of a romantic relationship between the protagonist and Jiang Linyuan, but ultimately leaves it open to interpretation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The chapter begins with Yu Songsong (Songbai) recalling her past with Jiang Linyuan (Senior), their first meeting, and her confession to him.
• She reflects on their relationship, knowing it's doomed due to their different backgrounds but still yearning for his affection.
• They have a conversation about her identity, leading to her emotional breakdown and decision to keep him.
• The chapter ends with Yu Songsong waking up from a dream about their past, and they discuss their current trip and the challenges they face.

Character Developments

• Yu Songsong (Songbai): She evolves from a lonely, longing individual to someone who accepts and embraces her feelings, deciding to keep Jiang Linyuan despite knowing their relationship is unlikely to succeed.
• Jiang Linyuan (Senior): He remains consistent in his care and attention towards Yu Songsong, though his feelings are not explicitly stated.

Significant Themes

• Love and Acceptance: Yu Songsong struggles with her feelings for Jiang Linyuan, ultimately accepting them and deciding to keep him in her life.
• Class Differences: The theme of societal class differences is hinted at, with Yu Songsong acknowledging that their backgrounds make a relationship challenging.
• Personal Growth: Yu Songsong's journey towards self-acceptance and understanding her own worth is a significant theme.

Character Interactions

• Yu Songsong and Jiang Linyuan: Their interactions are filled with longing, care, and understanding. Despite the challenges they face, they remain close and supportive of each other.