Ye Yao

Biodata

Feature	Information
Name	Ye Yao (叶瑶)
Alias(es)	Yao Yao
Species/Race	Human
Gender	Female
Affiliation	Dream Chasing Animation
Occupation/Role	College art student; animation intern and freelance artist
First Appearance	Chapter 50

Background

Ye Yao is Ye Chen's biological younger sister and a college student studying painting. She initially visits Ye Chen in Magic City to help while Su Ningwei cares for the newborn triplets, arriving by train with numerous bags and supplies. 50 51

She becomes especially close to Su Ningwei from their first meeting. Although Ye Yao is a fan of Su Ningwei, the two quickly settle into a sisterly relationship; Ye Yao also learns how to hold and care for the babies from Ye Chen. 51 52

Appearance

Ye Yao is a tall, striking young woman with a youthful and lively presence. She has fair, clear skin, bright eyes, white teeth, and dark glossy hair. 50

• Often wears her hair in a high ponytail; on her first on-page arrival, she wore denim overalls and white sneakers. 50
• Has been described as soft and sweet in a low ponytail, apricot-pink cardigan, and light khaki coat. 339
• Resembles Ye Chen around the eyes and brows. 51

Personality

Ye Yao is cheerful, affectionate, and openly expressive with the people she loves. She adores her brother, is enthusiastic about Su Ningwei and the triplets, and readily shows admiration when Ye Chen demonstrates a new talent. 51 52 144

She is playful and teasing, particularly when commenting on Ye Chen and Su Ningwei's affection. At the same time, she is conscientious about her future: while she wishes for a relationship of her own, she initially resolves to prioritize study, work, and becoming more accomplished. 60 290

Ye Yao also has a strong sense of public responsibility. She confronts visitors who damage plum trees at Plum Blossom Mountain despite the danger to herself, then remains concerned for the injured group after their fall. 280 281

Abilities & Skills

Art and Animation Design

Ye Yao studies painting and develops her skills through Dream Chasing Animation's internship resources and professional online courses. 306

• Designed Xiao Xun'er, a major character in Dream Chasing Animation's project. 793
• Can draw festive calligraphy-art, including a dragon-themed fu character. 306
• Takes freelance commissions through Dream Chasing Animation while still studying. 511

Infant Care

Ye Yao learns infant-care techniques from Ye Chen so she can assist with the triplets and prepare for the future. 52 276

• Learns to safely support a baby's head, back, waist, legs, and bottom while holding them. 52
• Learns infant passive exercises, including arm-crossing and elbow-flexion movements. 276

Gaming

Ye Yao plays Hero Glory primarily as a support player.

• Uses Yao as her preferred support character. 298 299
• Joins Ye Chen, Su Ningwei, Xin Fan, and Zhao Shiyu for coordinated matches. 299 300

Relationships

• Ye Chen — Her biological older brother. They share a close, teasing relationship; Ye Chen is highly protective of her, supports her studies and career, and spoils her with gifts and financial help. 51 64 280 601
• Su Ningwei — Her sister-in-law and close confidante. They bond immediately, spend time together gaming and traveling, and care for one another during the Plum Blossom Mountain incident. 51 298 281
• Ye Chen's triplets — Ye Yao is their aunt and is deeply fond of them, eagerly learning to hold babies and help with their care. 52 276
• Xin Fan — A pop star and founder of Dream Chasing Animation who offers her an internship, grows close to her, and sincerely resolves to pursue and protect her. 147 172 605
• Tian Zi — Her friend. Ye Yao encourages Tian Zi to sing and supports her entry into Star Shine Media. 675 678
• Zhai Yan — A former classmate and longstanding rival. Zhai Yan attempted to befriend Ye Yao solely to get close to Ye Chen, prompting Ye Yao to cut off contact. 310
• Wu Yu — An antagonistic tourist whom Ye Yao confronts for damaging plum trees; Wu Yu attempts to strike her before Ye Chen intervenes. 280

Story Role / Major Arcs

First Visit to Ye Chen's Home

• Travels to Magic City to visit Ye Chen, Su Ningwei, and the triplets. 50
• Immediately befriends Su Ningwei and enthusiastically embraces her role as the babies' aunt. 51 52
• Prepares a full meal for Ye Chen and Su Ningwei, demonstrating her domestic skills and affection for the family. 59
• Leaves to resume college after the weekend, receiving an expensive handbag from Su Ningwei and shopping trips from Ye Chen. 60 64

Supporting Ye Chen's Career

• Mobilizes classmates and friends to support Ye Chen during his livestream, contributing to its viewer count surpassing Fu Yi's stream. 126
• Proudly celebrates Ye Chen's medical feat after he saves Ye Dalei with acupuncture. 144

Dream Chasing Animation Internship

• Is offered an internship at Xin Fan's animation company through Ye Chen's connection. 147
• Accepts professional training and develops her painting skills through the company's resources. 306
• Later works on freelance commissions and contributes character art to an animation project. 511 793

Plum Blossom Mountain Incident

• Attempts to stop Wu Yu's group from climbing and damaging an ancient plum tree. 280
• Is nearly struck in the face with a plum branch, prompting Ye Chen to dislocate Wu Yu's wrist in defense of her. 280
• Receives treatment for her injury from Su Ningwei and continues the outing with Ye Chen and Su Ningwei. 281 282

Growing Closer to Xin Fan

• Initially meets Xin Fan through Ye Chen and is surprised by the difference between his private personality and public image. 65 66
• Becomes familiar with him through work and gaming; Xin Fan publicly signals his feelings for her, though Ye Yao is initially embarrassed by his remarks. 340
• Continues spending time with Xin Fan, including outings during her school break and an escape-room visit. 605 679

Learning to Ski

• Learns skiing alongside Ye Chen and Su Ningwei during the Lunar New Year holiday. 887
• Falls repeatedly but persists, displaying resilience and enthusiasm despite her inexperience. 887

Trivia

• Ye Yao's favorite flowers are sunflowers. 59
• She is a fan of Su Ningwei and is thrilled by opportunities to meet singers through Ye Chen. 51 339
• She says she is too squeamish around wounds to study medicine. 282
• Ye Chen believes she deserves “the best man Under Heaven” and would support her even if she never married. 511