Jiang Nannan

Biodata

Feature	Details
Name	Jiang Nannan (江楠楠)
Alias(es)	Outer Court's number one beauty 34
Gender	Female
Affiliation	Shrek Academy; Shrek Seven Monsters reserve team 11 60
Occupation/Role	Soul Master; Shrek Academy student 11 42
Status	Alive 97
First Appearance	Chapter 11

Background / History

Jiang Nannan enrolled at Shrek Academy and became Ye Guyi's roommate. Though initially shy around Li Changqing, she quickly joined their circle after Ye Guyi insisted that she share a meal with them. 11

She came from a poor household in Heaven Dou City and left the academy to care for her gravely ill mother. With no money remaining for treatment, she sought help from Ye Guyi and promised to repay any loan after graduation. Li Changqing instead gave her a gold card containing 3,000 gold soul coins, telling her to prioritize her mother's treatment. 17 18

A local physician and the Netherworld Sect exploited Jiang Nannan's filial devotion by claiming that a Black Tortoise Divine Pill could cure her mother, offering it in exchange for her virginity. Jiang Nannan resolved to accept the demand rather than watch her mother die, even knowing that the medicine might fail. 24 25

Li Changqing exposed the arrangement as a scheme and used his power of merit to temporarily stabilize her mother. He then provided a genuine Black Tortoise Divine Pill, but Mother Jiang refused to take it, insisting that Jiang Nannan should use it for her own future before passing away peacefully. 26 27

After her mother's death, Jiang Nannan agreed to preserve her mother's Life Soul within Ye Guyi's spiritual sea. She buried her mother in the backyard and committed herself to becoming a god so that she could one day resurrect her. 28

When the physician returned, Jiang Nannan confronted the man who had deceived her mother and attempted to exploit her. Though she sought Li Changqing and Ye Guyi's counsel, she ultimately chose to execute him herself. 29

Appearance

Jiang Nannan is described as exceptionally beautiful, with picturesque features, fair cheeks, and long hair. Her appearance earned her the title of Shrek Academy's Outer Court number one beauty. 31 34

• Her beauty is repeatedly noted as striking enough to draw attention from others. 34
• Her expression is often gentle and warm, though it becomes cold and exhausted after her mother's death and the physician's betrayal. 29
• She is seen with damp long hair draped over her shoulders after bathing. 31

Personality

Jiang Nannan is gentle, considerate, and deeply filial. Her willingness to sacrifice her own innocence for even a chance to save her mother reflects both her devotion and her refusal to abandon family when hope remains. 25

Her experiences with the Netherworld Sect and the Holy Spirit Cult harden her resolve without erasing her compassion. After learning that she had been manipulated, she falls into despair, but regains purpose through the prospect of resurrecting her mother. 26 28

She is also perceptive and level-headed in a crisis. In Mingdu, she recognizes that Li Changqing is testing Ye Guyi's restraint; later, she protects Ye Guyi's secret by calmly explaining that the Death Messenger incident resulted from the group's arrogance and underestimation of evil soul masters. 36 96

Abilities & Skills

Agility and Footwork

Jiang Nannan fights with agile movement and solid fundamentals rather than overwhelming direct force.

• She can use agile footwork to withstand stronger pressure temporarily. 42
• She moves through combat “like an agile rabbit,” coordinating her attacks with Ye Guyi to force back opponents. 58
• Her combat experience is stated to be less extensive than Ye Guyi's. 42

Battlefield Coordination

Jiang Nannan works effectively alongside allies and remains composed in dangerous situations.

• She supports Ye Guyi during their encounters with evil soul masters and helps her assess Li Changqing's intentions. 36 42
• She assists Ye Guyi in concealing Li Changqing's foresight after the Death Messenger disaster. 96
• Her survival of an encounter with the Myriad Souls Elder gives her a more grounded perspective on danger during later competitions. 58

Equipment / Items

• Blade — Used to execute the physician who conspired with the Netherworld Sect. 29
• Black Tortoise Divine Pill — A genuine pill given to her by Li Changqing; it can improve a soul master's constitution and awaken potential. 27

Relationships

• Li Changqing — Benefactor, trusted companion, and the person Jiang Nannan loves. He funded her mother's treatment, exposed the Netherworld Sect's scheme, and helped preserve her mother's Life Soul. Jiang Nannan later admits that she likes him and says she would give him a chance if he pursued her. 18 26 28 34 83
• Ye Guyi — Roommate, closest friend, and sister-like companion. Ye Guyi supports Jiang Nannan through her mother's illness and death, then shares Jiang Nannan's goal of reviving their mothers. They also openly acknowledge that they both love Li Changqing. 11 25 28 83
• Mother Jiang — Jiang Nannan's deceased mother. Her illness drives Jiang Nannan to desperation; after her death, her Life Soul is placed in Ye Guyi's spiritual sea for a possible future resurrection. 17 27 28
• Wang Dong — Academy teammate. Jiang Nannan later promises to explain her past encounters with evil soul masters when there is a suitable opportunity. 57 58
• Netherworld Sect — Antagonistic force that used Jiang Nannan's mother and the Black Tortoise Divine Pill as bait to obtain Jiang Nannan's body for a ritual. 24 26
• The physician — Her mother's trusted doctor, who colluded in the Netherworld Sect's scheme. Jiang Nannan executes him after confronting his betrayal. 29

Story Role / Major Arcs

Mother’s Illness and the Netherworld Sect Scheme

• Seeks financial help after her mother's condition worsens and accepts Li Changqing's 3,000-gold-soul-coin card. 17 18
• Plans to trade her innocence for the Black Tortoise Divine Pill in an effort to save her mother. 24 25
• Learns that the supposed cure is part of a scheme against her. 26
• Loses her mother, preserves her Life Soul through Ye Guyi and Li Changqing, and adopts godhood as her long-term goal. 27 28
• Personally ends the physician's life after his deception is revealed. 29

Mingdu and the Holy Spirit Cult Pursuit

• Travels to Mingdu with Li Changqing and Ye Guyi, where she recognizes Li Changqing's concern that Ye Guyi may lose control around evil soul masters. 36
• Fights alongside Ye Guyi against Yan Feng's group, relying on agility and coordinated attacks to hold off enemies. 42
• Is protected by Li Changqing when the Myriad Souls Elder and other Holy Spirit Cult members attack. 43 44
• Escapes with Ye Guyi after Li Changqing holds off the Titled Douluo; she panics over Li Changqing's severe injuries but helps carry him to safety. 44 46

Shrek Academy Selection

• Joins Li Changqing, Ye Guyi, and Wang Dong during the academy selection tournament. 57
• Becomes one of only four students to pass after Li Changqing defeats the remaining competitors. 60
• Remains confident in Li Changqing's ability to defeat the main Shrek Seven Monsters because she has seen him confront an evil Titled Douluo. 60 79

Feelings for Li Changqing

• Responds shyly but positively when Li Changqing asks whether he would have a chance if he pursued her. 34
• Wants to accompany him to the Far North but remains at Shrek Academy after he insists that she and Ye Guyi stay behind. 82
• Confesses to Ye Guyi that she loves him, having overcome her feelings of inferiority. The two agree to wait for his return and protect one another. 83

Death Messenger Incident

• Enters the Death Messenger's cave with the Shrek group and senses that something is wrong before the hidden explosives detonate. 94
• Survives the collapse and becomes more cautious after recognizing how narrowly the group escaped death. 95
• Defends Ye Guyi's discretion by explaining that the group's losses came from underestimating a ruthless evil soul master. 96

Notable Quotes

“As a daughter, I should naturally do everything I can to save my mother. Isn't that right?” 25

“How could I possibly not like someone like that?” 83