Ch. 81Hold Back Your Tears
Key Plot Points and Events
- Bibi Dong storms off after an argument, leaving Nan Feng with a headache.
- Qian Renxue visits Nan Feng, wanting to learn from him, but he refuses due to their clashing attributes and his busy schedule.
- Nan Feng scolds Qian Renxue for crying and tells her to stop coming to him for sympathy.
- Qian Renxue admits she wants to play with Nan Feng, but he refuses, knowing she looks down on children her own age.
Character Developments
- Nan Feng: He shows exasperation and impatience with Qian Renxue's constant visits and tears. He's protective of Bibi Dong and wants to avoid any further conflict with her. He's also honest about his lack of interest in teaching Qian Renxue.
- Qian Renxue: She's persistent in wanting to learn from Nan Feng and play with him. She shows pride and disdain for children her own age, revealing her innate superiority complex. She's also sensitive to rejection and can hold back her tears when scolded.
Significant Themes
- Clashing Attributes: Nan Feng and Qian Renxue's attributes clash, making it impossible for him to teach her cultivation.
- Pride and Superiority: Qian Renxue's pride and disdain for those beneath her is evident in her desire to play with Nan Feng instead of children her own age.
- Honesty and Frankness: Nan Feng is honest about his lack of interest in teaching Qian Renxue and his desire to avoid conflict with Bibi Dong.
Character Interactions
- Nan Feng and Qian Renxue: Their interaction is tense, with Nan Feng showing exasperation and Qian Renxue being stubborn and sensitive. Despite this, there's an underlying affection, with Nan Feng showing concern for Qian Renxue's well-being and Qian Renxue seeking his company.
- Nan Feng and Bibi Dong: Though not present, Bibi Dong's influence is felt through Nan Feng's desire to avoid conflict with her.