Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Liu Chang'an meets Liu Yuewang and Professor Ling, who have both consumed the face cream and turned younger.
• Liu Chang'an takes them to a teahouse and orders food, but does not eat much.
• He expresses his displeasure and warns them not to consume the face cream again.

Character Developments

• Liu Yuewang: Realizes the gravity of the situation and regrets her actions. She becomes more submissive and humble toward Liu Chang'an.
• Professor Ling: Maintains a mature and gentle demeanor despite her youthful appearance. She acts as a mediator between Liu Yuewang and Liu Chang'an.
• Liu Chang'an: Shows a stern and serious side, emphasizing the importance of listening to his advice. He is willing to help them return to normal but expects them to learn from their mistake.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of disregarding warnings and acting impulsively.
• The importance of maintaining one's identity and not losing oneself in the pursuit of youth or change.
• The dynamics between family members and the responsibility of caring for one another.

Character Interactions

• Liu Chang'an and Liu Yuewang: Their relationship becomes more tense due to Liu Yuewang's actions. Liu Chang'an expresses his disapproval, while Liu Yuewang tries to appease him.
• Liu Yuewang and Professor Ling: The two women share a close bond and support each other. They both regret their decision to consume the face cream and want to return to their original appearances.
• Liu Chang'an and Professor Ling: Professor Ling acts as a mediator, trying to smooth over the tension between Liu Chang'an and Liu Yuewang. She shows respect and deference to Liu Chang'an.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Liu Chang'an examines Professor Ling and Liu Yuewang, confirming their conditions and offering to help.
• Liu Chang'an suggests they pack and prepare for at least two days, during which he will treat them.
• He instructs them to meet him at the Workers' and Peasants' Gymnasium, dressed in athletic shoes, clothes, and swimsuits.

Character Developments

• Liu Chang'an displays his medical skills and confidence in treating the professors.
• Professor Ling and Liu Yuewang accept Liu Chang'an's help and plan to enjoy their temporary youthfulness.
• Professor Ling considers seducing her husband to test his loyalty, while Liu Yuewang discourages her.

Significant Themes

• Youth and aging: The professors' desire to recapture their youth and the memories associated with it.
• Trust and loyalty: Professor Ling's consideration of testing her husband's faithfulness.
• Enjoying the present: Both professors decide to make the most of their temporary youth.

Character Interactions

• Liu Chang'an is stern and demanding with Liu Yuewang but gentle and patient with Professor Ling.
• Professor Ling and Liu Yuewang support each other, sharing their thoughts and plans.
• Liu Chang'an acts as a guide and instructor, providing instructions and encouragement for the professors' treatment.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Liu Chang'an takes Liu Yuewang and Professor Ling to run laps at the stadium to help them regain their youthful vitality and neutralize excessive cellular activity.
• Liu Chang'an prepares a disgusting herbal concoction for them to drink, which they struggle to consume.
• They meet Zhou Dongdong, Zhu Juntang, and Lu Si'en at Baolong Center, where Zhou Dongdong is celebrating Children's Day.

Character Developments

• Liu Yuewang and Professor Ling show their determination and resilience by completing the running task despite its difficulty.
• Liu Yuewang reveals her scheming side, plotting to get back at Liu Chang'an through An Nuan.
• Zhou Dongdong displays her unique logic and reasoning, celebrating Children's Day on her own terms.

Significant Themes

• The struggle against aging and the desire to regain youth.
• The power of determination and resilience in facing challenges.
• The unique perspective and logic of children.

Character Interactions

• Liu Chang'an shows his stern and demanding side while training Liu Yuewang and Professor Ling.
• Liu Yuewang and Professor Ling bond over their shared experience and support each other.
• Zhou Dongdong and Zhu Juntang form a friendship based on their shared status as "children."

Plot Points and Events

• Liu Yuewang and Professor Ling accompany Liu Chang'an to Baolong Center.
• Zhu Juntang takes Zhou Dongdong shopping.
• Liu Chang'an asks to use Zhu Juntang's rooftop pool.
• Zhou Dongdong gets upset after Zhu Juntang implies she won't be liked if she's still round as an adult.

Character Developments

• Liu Yuewang: Maintains a neutral stance towards Zhu Juntang, believing in fairness towards all students.
• Zhu Juntang: Shows concern for Zhou Dongdong's feelings after making her upset.
• Zhou Dongdong: Demonstrates emotional maturity by making up with Zhu Juntang after Liu Chang'an's guidance.

Significant Themes

• Fairness and equality (Liu Yuewang's stance towards Zhu Juntang).
• The importance of understanding and forgiveness in friendships (Zhou Dongdong and Zhu Juntang's interaction).
• Acceptance and love regardless of physical appearance (Liu Chang'an's reassurance to Zhou Dongdong).

Character Interactions

• Liu Yuewang and Professor Ling: Accompany Liu Chang'an but maintain a distance.
• Liu Chang'an and Zhu Juntang: Liu Chang'an shows no ill will towards Zhu Juntang, but warns her not to upset Zhou Dongdong again.
• Zhou Dongdong and Zhu Juntang: Zhou Dongdong gets upset after Zhu Juntang's comment but makes up with her later.
• Liu Chang'an and Zhou Dongdong: Liu Chang'an reassures Zhou Dongdong that he will still like her regardless of her appearance as an adult.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Liu Chang'an shows kindness to Zhou Dongdong, impressing Liu Yuewang and Professor Ling.
• Liu Yuewang and Professor Ling discuss Liu Chang'an's indifference to Zhu Juntang's beauty, comparing it to men's tendency to "eat from the bowl while eyeing the pot."
• Liu Chang'an takes Liu Yuewang and Professor Ling to the rooftop for a "special" activity.
• Zhong Qing confronts Liu Chang'an about him knocking her unconscious after a late-night supper, leading to a revealing conversation about what actually happened that night.

Character Developments

• Liu Chang'an: Shows a gentle side by being kind to Zhou Dongdong, challenging the professors' initial perceptions of him. He also demonstrates his practicality and lack of vanity by not being swayed by Zhu Juntang's beauty.
• Zhong Qing: Realizes the extent of her actions when drunk and feels embarrassed and angry about her behavior towards Liu Chang'an. She decides to control her alcohol intake in the future.

Significant Themes

• Perception vs. Reality: The professors initially underestimate Liu Chang'an but come to appreciate his positive qualities as they witness his interactions with Zhou Dongdong.
• Men's Tendencies: The conversation between Liu Yuewang and Professor Ling highlights societal observations about men's behavior, using the metaphor of "eating from the bowl while eyeing the pot."

Character Interactions

• Liu Chang'an and Zhou Dongdong: Liu Chang'an's kindness towards Zhou Dongdong shows his caring nature and understanding of children's feelings.
• Liu Yuewang and Professor Ling: They share a friendly, teasing dynamic, with Liu Yuewang poking fun at Professor Ling's flirtatious tendencies.
• Liu Chang'an and Zhong Qing: Their interaction reveals the truth about Zhong Qing's drunken behavior and Liu Chang'an's actions to protect himself, leading to a tense but ultimately resolved conflict.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Liu Yuewang and Professor Ling visit Zhu Juntang's rooftop residence with Liu Chang'an.
• They discuss the miraculous effects of Liu Chang'an's face cream and its potential risks.
• Liu Chang'an reveals that the cream's effects are not sustainable and will shorten their lifespan if maintained for too long.
• He instructs them to swim in the rooftop pool to quickly deplete their excessive cellular activity.
• Liu Yuewang and Professor Ling reluctantly follow his instructions, enduring the cold water.
• Afterward, Liu Chang'an books a suite for them in the hotel and enters the room to discuss further details.

Character Developments

• Liu Yuewang: Shows reluctance and anger at Liu Chang'an's instructions but ultimately complies. Her appearance in a swimsuit bears a striking resemblance to An Nuan, which Liu Chang'an notices.
• Professor Ling: Displayed gentleness and patience throughout the chapter, but also curses in the cold water, showing her human side.
• Liu Chang'an: Demonstrates understanding and consideration for the professors' feelings, showing a more caring side despite his initial sternness.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of unnatural youth and beauty: The face cream's effects come with a trade-off, highlighting the theme of consequences for unnatural or accelerated processes.
• The power of genetics: Liu Yuewang's resemblance to An Nuan emphasizes the strength of hereditary genes and the purity of genetic replication.

Character Interactions

• Liu Yuewang and Liu Chang'an: Their interactions show a mix of anger, reluctance, and eventual compliance from Liu Yuewang, while Liu Chang'an remains calm and understanding.
• Professor Ling and Liu Yuewang: The two professors display a close friendship, supporting each other through the cold water ordeal.
• Liu Chang'an and Professor Ling: Their interactions show a mix of respect and admiration from Professor Ling, while Liu Chang'an remains authoritative but considerate.

Key Plot Points and Events

+ Bai Hui sees Liu Chang'an entering a hotel room with a girl who resembles An Nuan, sparking her curiosity and suspicion.
+ Liu Yuewang, transformed into An Nuan's appearance, panics upon seeing Bai Hui and quickly shuts the door.
+ Liu Chang'an reassures Liu Yuewang that Bai Hui is not a threat and suggests she move to the hotel for easier recovery.
+ An Nuan calls Liu Chang'an, who tells her he's at the hotel with her mother and Professor Ling, discussing marriage and family issues.
+ An Nuan decides to visit them at the hotel.

Character Developments

+ Bai Hui: Becomes suspicious and curious about Liu Chang'an's actions, leading her to eavesdrop and investigate.
+ Liu Yuewang: Panics upon seeing Bai Hui and is initially worried about her daughter finding out about her transformation. Later, she becomes more accepting of the situation.
+ An Nuan: Shows concern and jealousy when she learns that Liu Chang'an is at a hotel with her mother and Professor Ling, but is reassured when she learns they are discussing family matters.
+ Liu Chang'an: Remains calm and collected throughout the situation, offering reassurances and advice to both Liu Yuewang and An Nuan.

Significant Themes

+ Appearance vs. Reality: The transformation of Liu Yuewang into An Nuan's appearance leads to confusion and suspicion, highlighting the disconnect between appearance and reality.
+ Gossip and Suspicion: Bai Hui's curiosity and desire for gossip lead her to suspect Liu Chang'an of infidelity, illustrating the power of rumors and misunderstandings.
+ Trust and Communication: The characters' reactions to the situation emphasize the importance of trust and open communication in relationships.

Character Interactions

+ Bai Hui and An Nuan (Liu Yuewang): Their encounter leads to confusion and suspicion, with Bai Hui believing she has caught An Nuan cheating.
+ Liu Yuewang and Liu Chang'an: They discuss the situation and Liu Yuewang's recovery, with Liu Chang'an offering reassurances and advice.
+ An Nuan and Liu Chang'an: An Nuan calls Liu Chang'an, expressing her concern and jealousy, but is reassured when she learns the truth.
+ Liu Yuewang and Professor Ling: They discuss the situation and the pressures faced by men in marriage, with Liu Yuewang feeling neglected by Liu Chang'an's loyalty to An Nuan.

Key Plot Points and Events

• An Nuan runs into Bai Hui at the hotel and tries to make her jealous by implying her relationship with Liu Chang'an is serious.
• An Nuan discovers that Professor Ling has also become younger and prettier due to the face cream.
• An Nuan finally convinces her mother, Liu Yuewang, to come out of the bathroom, revealing that Liu Yuewang has also become younger and prettier, resembling An Nuan.

Character Developments

• An Nuan: Becomes more confident in her relationship with Liu Chang'an and tries to make Bai Hui jealous. She also accepts the changes in her mother and Professor Ling.
• Bai Hui: Seems to have accepted An Nuan and Liu Chang'an's relationship but is still mysterious about her own feelings.
• Liu Yuewang: Initially embarrassed and reluctant to face An Nuan, she eventually accepts her daughter's help and support.
• Liu Chang'an: Remains calm and composed throughout the situation, supporting both An Nuan and Liu Yuewang.
• Professor Ling: Accepts her transformation and tries to help Liu Yuewang face An Nuan.

Significant Themes

• Appearance vs Reality: The characters grapple with the unexpected changes in appearance and how it affects their relationships and perceptions.
• Jealousy and Insecurity: An Nuan's jealousy of Bai Hui and her insecurities about her mother's change in appearance drive some of her actions.
• Family Dynamics: The relationships between mothers and daughters, and the changes they go through, are explored.

Character Interactions

• An Nuan and Bai Hui: An Nuan tries to make Bai Hui jealous, but Bai Hui seems unfazed. Their interaction is polite but tense.
• An Nuan and Liu Yuewang: Initially at odds due to Liu Yuewang's transformation, they eventually reconcile, and An Nuan helps her mother face the situation.
• An Nuan and Liu Chang'an: Their relationship remains strong, with An Nuan feeling more confident in Liu Chang'an's affections.
• Liu Yuewang and Professor Ling: They support each other through their transformations and help each other face the consequences.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Liu Yuewang, now disguised as a youthful beauty, comes out of the room wearing a facial mask.
• An Nuan tears off Liu Yuewang's mask, and they finally meet each other's eyes.
• An Nuan and Liu Yuewang have a private conversation about Liu Yuewang's condition and An Nuan's concerns about Liu Chang'an confusing them.
• They decide to test Liu Chang'an by dressing alike and not speaking to see if he can tell them apart.

Character Developments

• An Nuan: Becomes more open and comfortable around Liu Yuewang, her real mother. She expresses her concerns about Liu Chang'an potentially confusing them.
• Liu Yuewang: Shows a more relaxed and playful side, engaging in An Nuan's schemes. She also reveals her trust in Liu Chang'an's capabilities.

Significant Themes

• Mother-daughter relationship: An Nuan and Liu Yuewang's relationship improves as they spend more time together, with An Nuan growing more comfortable around her mother.
• Trust and reliability: Liu Yuewang's trust in Liu Chang'an is highlighted, as she believes in his abilities and reassurances.

Character Interactions

• An Nuan and Liu Yuewang: Their interactions become more playful and sisterly, with An Nuan initiating schemes and Liu Yuewang engaging in them, despite her initial reluctance.
• An Nuan and Liu Chang'an: An Nuan expresses her concerns about Liu Chang'an potentially confusing her with Liu Yuewang, hinting at her possessiveness and insecurity.

Key Plot Points and Events

• An Nuan and Liu Yuewang try to trick Liu Chang'an into telling them apart by dressing and behaving identically.
• Liu Chang'an successfully distinguishes An Nuan by noticing her nervous ear twitching.
• An Nuan and Liu Yuewang argue playfully after Liu Yuewang discovers An Nuan's trick.

Character Developments

• An Nuan: Shows her playful and competitive side, trying to outsmart Liu Chang'an and prove her uniqueness.
• Liu Yuewang: Displayed her competitive nature and slight jealousy of An Nuan's relationship with Liu Chang'an.
• Liu Chang'an: Demonstrates his keen observation skills and affection for An Nuan.

Significant Themes

• The bond between mother and daughter, shown through their playful interaction and shared secrets.
• The playful competition between An Nuan and Liu Yuewang, highlighting their close relationship and mutual respect.

Character Interactions

• An Nuan and Liu Yuewang: Their playful banter and shared jokes showcase their strong bond and mutual understanding.
• An Nuan and Liu Chang'an: Their interaction reveals their deep connection and Liu Chang'an's affectionate teasing of An Nuan.
• Liu Yuewang and Professor Ling: Their friendship is evident in their shared amusement and provoking of Liu Chang'an and An Nuan.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Liu Chang'an and An Nuan spend the night together, confirming their feelings for each other.
• Liu Chang'an cooks a dish called "Clover and Chitterlings" (pig anus) for dinner, which Shangguan Dandan finds unappetizing and refuses to eat.
• Zhou Shuling buys a new television for Liu Chang'an, replacing the one Shangguan Dandan had taken.
• Liu Chang'an alters the sweater Zhou Shuling knitted for him into a dress that fits her perfectly.

Character Developments

• An Nuan acknowledges Liu Yuewang's skills and decides to study with Liu Chang'an to improve herself.
• Shangguan Dandan shows her disdain for eating pig anus and becomes upset when Liu Chang'an tricks her into thinking he's framing the Empress Dowager (her).
• Zhou Shuling demonstrates her kindness and thoughtfulness by knitting sweaters for Liu Chang'an and Shangguan Dandan, and buying a new television for Liu Chang'an.

Significant Themes

• The theme of deception and its consequences, as seen in Liu Chang'an's prank on Shangguan Dandan.
• The importance of communication and understanding in relationships, as shown between Liu Chang'an and An Nuan, and Liu Chang'an and Zhou Shuling.
• The value of hard work and self-improvement, as demonstrated by An Nuan's decision to study with Liu Chang'an.

Character Interactions

• Liu Chang'an and An Nuan share a moment of understanding and connection while changing clothes.
• Liu Chang'an and Shangguan Dandan engage in a playful power struggle over the new television.
• Liu Chang'an and Zhou Shuling share a warm, familial bond, with Zhou Shuling showing her affection through knitting and Liu Chang'an showing his appreciation through altering the sweater for her.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Liu Chang'an and Zhou Shuling have breakfast together. Zhou Shuling is surprised by Shangguan Dandan's strength.
• Liu Chang'an sees Bai Hui walking her cousin's cat, Saintess, and they have a brief conversation.
• Liu Chang'an heads to the hotel to train Professor Liu and Professor Ling.

Character Developments

• Zhou Dongdong: Shows affection towards Liu Chang'an and Lu Si'en, feeding the dog and reminding Liu Chang'an about school.
• Shangguan Dandan: Changes her posture when Liu Chang'an enters her room, trying to maintain her dignity.
• Bai Hui: Feels melancholic and sensitive around Liu Chang'an, rambles about her cousin's cat, Saintess.
• Liu Chang'an: Shows gentleness when interacting with the cat, Saintess, and has a casual conversation with Bai Hui.

Significant Themes

• The contrast between Liu Chang'an's rough exterior and his gentle side when interacting with animals.
• Bai Hui's sensitivity and melancholy around Liu Chang'an, hinting at her hidden feelings.

Character Interactions

• Liu Chang'an and Zhou Shuling: Share a casual breakfast, with Zhou Shuling showing concern for Liu Chang'an's well-being.
• Liu Chang'an and Shangguan Dandan: Liu Chang'an visits Shangguan Dandan's room, and she tries to maintain her composure.
• Liu Chang'an and Bai Hui: They run into each other while walking, and Bai Hui shares information about her cousin's cat, Saintess.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Liu Chang'an visits Professor Ling and Liu Yuewang, finding them smelling unpleasant after spending the night at an internet cafe.
• He invites them for a morning run, which they reluctantly agree to.
• An Nuan joins them for the run, supporting Liu Yuewang and Professor Ling upon their return.

Character Developments

• Liu Chang'an: Shows his caring side by supporting Professor Ling during the run. He also displays his affection for An Nuan, praising her for her looks and cleverness.
• An Nuan: Demonstrates her love for Liu Chang'an by supporting Liu Yuewang and showing concern for his feelings.
• Liu Yuewang & Professor Ling: Struggle with the morning run due to their late-night activities. They show their maternal love for An Nuan by worrying about her relationship with Liu Chang'an.

Significant Themes

• Rebellion: The chapter explores the idea of rebellion through the actions of Professor Ling and Liu Yuewang, who decide to spend the night at an internet cafe to relive their youth.
• Love and Relationships: The chapter delves into the dynamics of Liu Chang'an and An Nuan's relationship, as well as the complex feelings between mothers and daughters.

Character Interactions

• Liu Chang'an & An Nuan: Their affectionate interactions highlight their strong bond and mutual understanding.
• Liu Yuewang & Professor Ling: Their dynamic showcases their friendship and shared experiences, as well as their differing opinions on An Nuan's relationship with Liu Chang'an.
• Liu Chang'an & Liu Yuewang/Professor Ling: Their interactions reveal Liu Chang'an's authoritative and sometimes demanding nature, while Liu Yuewang and Professor Ling display their reluctance to follow his orders.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Bai Hui and Liu Chang'an meet at Baolong Center; she asks him to help pick a gift for An Nuan.
• They go to a mall, and Bai Hui buys An Nuan a pair of long stockings.
• Liu Chang'an buys Daktarin suppositories at a pharmacy, seen by Yan Qingcheng.

Character Developments

• Bai Hui: She seems to have developed feelings for Liu Chang'an, trying to impress him by buying a gift for An Nuan. She also shows a hint of jealousy when Liu Chang'an doesn't want An Nuan to have lingerie.
• Liu Chang'an: He remains oblivious to Bai Hui's feelings and continues to tease her. He buys Daktarin suppositories, which Yan Qingcheng misinterprets as being for his girlfriend.
• Yan Qingcheng: She sees Liu Chang'an buying the suppositories and assumes he has a girlfriend, further fueling her imagination about his private life.

Significant Themes

• Friendship and Rivalry: Bai Hui's actions show a mix of friendship towards An Nuan and rivalry towards Liu Chang'an.
• Misunderstandings and Assumptions: Yan Qingcheng's misinterpretation of Liu Chang'an's actions highlights how misunderstandings can lead to incorrect assumptions about others.

Character Interactions

• Bai Hui and Liu Chang'an: Their interactions are playful, with Liu Chang'an teasing Bai Hui and her trying to hide her feelings for him.
• Liu Chang'an and Yan Qingcheng: Their interaction is minimal, but Yan Qingcheng's reaction to seeing him buy the suppositories shows her growing awareness of his private life.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Liu Chang'an and Yan Qingcheng encounter each other at a pharmacy.
• Liu Chang'an misunderstands Yan Qingcheng's intentions and offers her a box of Daktarin suppositories.
• Yan Qingcheng is embarrassed and angry at the misunderstanding.
• Liu Chang'an visits Qin Yanan at her mountaintop apartment.
• Qin Yanan is embarrassed after Liu Chang'an sees her in a state of undress.

Character Developments

• Liu Chang'an: Shows a lack of understanding of social cues and common sense, leading to a misunderstanding with Yan Qingcheng. He remains calm and collected in the face of Qin Yanan's advances.
• Yan Qingcheng: Realizes she may have misunderstood Liu Chang'an and begins to see him in a new light.
• Qin Yanan: Continues to flirt with Liu Chang'an, trying to make him see her as more than just a family member.

Significant Themes

• Misunderstanding: The chapter explores how misunderstandings can arise from lack of communication and different interpretations of events.
• Family dynamics: The relationship between Liu Chang'an and Qin Yanan is complex, with Qin Yanan trying to blur the lines between family and romance.

Character Interactions

• Liu Chang'an and Yan Qingcheng: Their encounter at the pharmacy leads to a misunderstanding, with Liu Chang'an offering Yan Qingcheng suppositories she doesn't need. Yan Qingcheng is embarrassed and angry, but later realizes she may have misunderstood Liu Chang'an.
• Liu Chang'an and Qin Yanan: Qin Yanan continues to flirt with Liu Chang'an, trying to make him see her as more than just a cousin. Liu Chang'an remains unaffected by her advances.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Liu Chang'an visits Qin Yanan, bringing a Daktarin Suppository to discuss a method for providing nutrients to her gestational sac.
• Qin Yanan rejects the idea, feeling it's too scientific and not loving enough.
• Liu Chang'an realizes he hasn't considered Qin Yanan's feelings and decides to have a proper talk with her next time.

Character Developments

• Qin Yanan: Becomes more accepting of her past identity as Ye Sijin and starts to view her pregnancy with a more maternal perspective.
• Liu Chang'an: Realizes he hasn't fully understood Qin Yanan's feelings and needs to approach the situation with more empathy.

Significant Themes

• The importance of understanding and empathy in relationships.
• The difference between a scientific and a maternal perspective on pregnancy.

Character Interactions

• Qin Yanan and Liu Chang'an: Their interaction highlights the growing gap in their perspectives on Qin Yanan's pregnancy, leading to a misunderstanding.
• Liu Chang'an and Su Nanxiu: They briefly discuss the suppository method, with Liu Chang'an advising Su Nanxiu not to approach Qin Yanan with the idea.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Nanxiu, a wealthy and beautiful young lady, starts attending classes at Xiangtan University, following Liu Chang'an.
• Qin Yanan, pregnant with Liu Chang'an's child, refuses to use suppositories, leading to Su Nanxiu's intervention.
• Liu Chang'an introduces Su Nanxiu to his classmates, Qin Zhiqiang, Wei Xuanyi, and Sun Shutong.
• Zhu Juntang warns Su Nanxiu about Liu Chang'an, fearing she might become his "other mount."
• Zhu Juntang shares her experiences with Yan Qingcheng, expressing her fear of Liu Chang'an's mysterious aura.

Character Developments

• Su Nanxiu: Shows determination and resourcefulness in handling Qin Yanan's situation. She is calm and collected, but also has a competitive streak, as seen in her interaction with Zhu Juntang.
• Liu Chang'an: Maintains his calm and collected demeanor, blending in with his classmates. He shows no signs of special interest in Su Nanxiu, unlike his interactions with Zhu Juntang.
• Zhu Juntang: Continues to be drawn to Liu Chang'an despite her fears. She warns Su Nanxiu about him but also expresses her own helplessness in resisting his influence.
• Qin Zhiqiang, Wei Xuanyi, and Sun Shutong: Display typical college student behavior, gossiping about mobile games and girlfriends. They are friendly and accepting of Su Nanxiu.

Significant Themes

• Power Dynamics: The interactions between Liu Chang'an and the women around him highlight the power dynamics at play, with Liu Chang'an often holding the upper hand.
• Resistance vs. Acceptance: Characters like Zhu Juntang and Su Nanxiu grapple with whether to resist or accept Liu Chang'an's influence, reflecting their personal values and self-control.

Character Interactions

• Liu Chang'an and Su Nanxiu: Their interaction is minimal, with Liu Chang'an showing no special interest in Su Nanxiu, unlike his dynamic with Zhu Juntang.
• Zhu Juntang and Su Nanxiu: They clash over their views on Liu Chang'an, with Zhu Juntang warning Su Nanxiu and Su Nanxiu showing curiosity and competitiveness.
• Zhu Juntang and Yan Qingcheng: They bond over their shared interest in Liu Chang'an, with Zhu Juntang confiding in Yan Qingcheng about her experiences with him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhu Juntang throws away Qin Zhiqiang's tape after class, vowing to stop him from bringing it again.
• Liu Chang'an warns Zhu Juntang for gossiping about him with Yan Qingcheng.
• Su Nanxiu messages Zhong Qing to put Zhu Juntang under house arrest.
• Liu Chang'an visits An Nuan's home and discusses the unusual aging reversal of Professor Liu and Professor Ling.

Character Developments

• Zhu Juntang shows determination in dealing with Qin Zhiqiang and stands up to Liu Chang'an's warning.
• Liu Chang'an displays a more open and communicative side with An Nuan, hinting at his true nature.
• An Nuan shows understanding and acceptance of Liu Chang'an's secrets, expressing her love and support.

Significant Themes

• The theme of acceptance and understanding, particularly in An Nuan's response to Liu Chang'an's revelation.
• The exploration of Liu Chang'an's true nature and his relationship with the world around him.

Character Interactions

• Zhu Juntang and Liu Chang'an's tense dynamic continues, with Zhu Juntang showing more assertiveness.
• Liu Chang'an and An Nuan's relationship deepens as they discuss his secrets, leading to a heartfelt moment between them.
• Su Nanxiu's jealousy and irritation towards Zhu Juntang escalate, leading her to take action against her.

Plot Points & Events

• An Nuan and Liu Yuewang pack clothes for Liu Yuewang's trip.
• Liu Yuewang and Professor Ling plan to take photos in high school girl uniforms to commemorate their youth.
• An Nuan and Liu Chang'an discuss what to eat and the transition from slavery to feudalism.
• An Nuan and Liu Chang'an decide to go out while Liu Yuewang and Professor Ling take their photos.

Character Developments

• An Nuan: Shows concern for her mother and Professor Ling's well-being, is possessive of Liu Chang'an's attention.
• Liu Yuewang: Rebels against her age by wearing high school uniforms, is protective of An Nuan's relationship with Liu Chang'an.
• Liu Chang'an: Remains calm and collected, shows understanding and consideration for An Nuan's feelings.
• Professor Ling: Joins Liu Yuewang in rebellion, is bashful about wearing the uniform.

Significant Themes

• Rebellion against age and societal expectations.
• The importance of preserving memories and commemorating youth.
• The dynamics of a loving, possessive relationship.

Character Interactions

• An Nuan and Liu Yuewang: Mother and daughter have a playful, affectionate relationship, with An Nuan showing concern for her mother's well-being and Liu Yuewang being protective of An Nuan's relationship.
• An Nuan and Liu Chang'an: Show affection and possessiveness toward each other, with An Nuan being jealous of Liu Chang'an's attention and Liu Chang'an showing understanding and consideration for An Nuan's feelings.
• Liu Yuewang and Professor Ling: Best friends who support each other in rebelling against their age and societal expectations, with a playful, sisterly dynamic.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Liu Chang'an decides to buy a camera to photograph An Nuan.
• Zhu Juntang, grounded, is seen lurking around. Liu Chang'an takes her along to buy the camera.
• Zhu Juntang shares gossip about Zhou Shuling and All-Star, as well as Mi Gaoming.

Character Developments

• Liu Chang'an shows interest in photography and decides to buy a camera.
• Zhu Juntang demonstrates her cunning and resourcefulness in manipulating her mother to allow her out.
• Zhu Juntang's self-centeredness and tendency to praise herself are further highlighted.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics between Liu Chang'an and Zhu Juntang, with Liu Chang'an often teasing and Zhu Juntang trying to assert her superiority.
• The theme of appearance versus reality, as seen in Zhu Juntang's embellished storytelling and Liu Chang'an's creation of Zhou Shuling's red dress.

Character Interactions

• Liu Chang'an and Zhu Juntang's banter continues, with Liu Chang'an teasing Zhu Juntang and Zhu Juntang trying to assert her superiority.
• Zhu Juntang shares gossip with Liu Chang'an, showing a level of familiarity and trust.
• Liu Chang'an shows a protective streak towards Zhou Shuling, suggesting he cares for her well-being.