Tang Chen

Biodata

Feature	Information
Name	Tang Chen (唐尘)
Gender	Male
Affiliation	Shengtang Group
Occupation/Role	Head of Shengtang Group; investor; businessman
Status	Married to Shen Qingyan; father of Tang Yao
First Appearance	Chapter 2

Background / History

Tang Chen returned to the country after an absence of five years. Soon afterward, Shen Qingyan confirmed through a DNA test that Tang Yao, a four-year-old girl, was his daughter. Shocked by the revelation and the years he had missed, he gradually committed himself to becoming part of her life. 2 57

He had previously turned around his family company and expanded his holdings through major investments, including shares in a luxury resort. His standing within Shengtang Group and Magic City's business circles became increasingly apparent after his return. 21 87

Tang Chen later learned that an elder had purchased his childhood home in order to find him and commemorate his parents. This encounter prompted him to confront his past and resolve to make up for lost time with both Tang Yao and Shen Qingyan. 57

Personality

Tang Chen is composed, confident, and strategic in business and confrontational situations. He tends to act with restraint rather than display his influence immediately, but can decisively assert authority when his family, employees, or interests are threatened. 272 295 321 335

Despite his wealth and public attention, he is portrayed as humble and unassuming. He assists friends' projects, treats service workers considerately, and remains patient with Tang Yao. 96 304 399

As a father, Tang Chen is attentive and affectionate. Having missed Tang Yao's early childhood, he emphasizes parental companionship and repeatedly makes time for family activities. 57 179 180

Appearance

Tang Chen is noted for his striking appearance and distinctive aura, which draw attention from the public and professionals alike. His fashion-magazine shoot became a viral success, while observers later recognized him from music-store footage. 96 153

• His appearance and high-end clothing rapidly increased a struggling magazine's sales. 96
• International photographer Zhang Xiao was immediately interested in photographing him because of his aura. 272
• His appearance has been treated as sufficient identification at exclusive venues. 68

Abilities & Skills

Business Management and Investment

Tang Chen leads Shengtang Group and uses its resources to undertake large-scale investments and development projects.

• Discussed Shengtang Group's investment plans with Magic City business figures. 8
• Holds shares in a luxury resort and receives treatment as a major shareholder. 21
• Oversees the construction of Shengtang Group's Magic City branch, planned to become the world's tallest building. 87
• Revealed that Shengtang Group was close to developing a 7nm EUV lithography machine. 149
• Provides cooperation opportunities capable of significantly improving the Li family's business. 291
• Investigates risks surrounding the Tianshan World project and handles business crises affecting Longfa Company. 271 272

Combat

Tang Chen possesses exceptional fighting ability and remains calm when outnumbered.

• Faced restaurant thugs alone after ensuring Zhao Ting and Zhang Xiao could leave. 302
• Effortlessly defeated a group of thugs in a restaurant. 303
• Reacted quickly during an assassination attempt and assessed the likely parties responsible. 318
• Relies on Sun Hao, his former bodyguard, for additional protection when needed. 271 302 318

Music

Tang Chen is a skilled pianist, violinist, guitarist, and singer.

• Played the piano for Tang Yao and taught her “Where Is Spring?” 153
• Was identified online as both the pianist and violinist seen in a music-store video. 153
• Performed “Life Like Summer Flowers” at a live music event, impressing the audience with his singing and guitar playing. 212

Calligraphy

Tang Chen is a master calligrapher.

• Demonstrated superior calligraphy during Tang Yao's kindergarten parent-child event. 180 181
• Wrote the widely admired marriage certificate circulating online. 181

Sports and Outdoor Skills

Tang Chen displays strong athletic ability across several activities.

• Led and won a block-jumping relay with Tang Yao at her kindergarten event. 180
• Demonstrated exceptional horseback archery during a livestreamed family trip. 395
• Defeated Coach Li in an archery competition and agreed to teach Tang Yao. 397
• Used patience and maneuvering to secure a draw in a go-kart race. 409

Hosting

Tang Chen is an accomplished host and public speaker.

• Agreed to deliver a lecture at Magic City University after Professor Zhang Mingzhi invited him. 149
• Hosted Liu Ying and Chen Yong's wedding, captivating the guests with his charisma. 373

Equipment / Weapons / Items

• Black card — Grants Tang Chen and his family VIP treatment at a Japanese restaurant. 313
• Shengtang Group resources — Used to support investments, partnerships, project development, and security operations. 87 291 320
• Private security — Includes Sun Hao and other personnel who intervene against threats. 271 318 320

Relationships

• Shen Qingyan — Wife and Tang Yao's mother. Their initially strained reunion develops into mutual affection; Shen Qingyan confesses she is falling for him, and Tang Chen later publicly confesses his feelings before marrying her. 2 61 62 205
• Tang Yao — Daughter. Tang Chen works to make up for the years he missed, teaches her music and archery, and prioritizes participating in her upbringing. 57 153 179 397
• Xu Qingyun — Uncle. Xu Qingyun's perspective changes after learning of Tang Chen's accomplishments, influence, and family. 87 104
• Sun Hao — Former bodyguard and old friend who resumes protecting Tang Chen. 271 302 318
• Liu An — Assistant. Liu An handles assignments, gathers information, and acts loyally in Tang Chen's interests. 295 304 318
• Old Gu / Gu Jianchun — Powerful Magic City associate who treats Tang Chen with the courtesy due to a boss. 68 87
• Li Yingying — Former business tycoon with a past bet involving Tang Chen; he seeks her participation in the Tianyu Island project. 316
• Zhang Tianhao — CEO of Tang Hao Group who seeks Tang Chen's guidance during the company's stagnation. 316
• Professor Zhang Mingzhi — Shen Qingyan's former professor, who admires Tang Chen's work and invites him to lecture at Magic City University. 149
• Zhao Ting — Business contact who becomes acquainted with Tang Chen after he protects her during a restaurant incident. 302 303
• Wang Zhengyou — Potential subordinate whom Tang Chen confronts and offers a place under his command. 335

Story Role / Major Arcs

Return and Fatherhood

After returning to the country, Tang Chen discovers that he has a daughter with Shen Qingyan. He begins building a relationship with Tang Yao while confronting the emotional cost of his five-year absence. 2 8 57

Reconciliation with Shen Qingyan

Tang Chen and Shen Qingyan grow closer through family outings and discussions of their past. After Shen Qingyan confesses her feelings, Tang Chen stages a citywide fireworks and drone-display confession. 57 61 62

Marriage and Family Life

Tang Chen publicly announces his wedding, marries Shen Qingyan, and embraces a complete family role alongside Tang Yao. 181 205

Nanhai City and Business Rivalries

During business dealings in Nanhai City, Tang Chen reveals the depth of his influence, forms new partnerships, confronts hostile figures, and survives an attempted assassination. 291 303 318 321

Family Travel

Tang Chen takes Shen Qingyan and Tang Yao on an impromptu world trip intended to broaden Tang Yao's education through shared experiences. Their travels include the Shen City grasslands, horseback archery, and an amusement-park outing. 373 393 395 409

Trivia

• Tang Chen's face is recognized as a “supreme membership card” at Ping An Imperial Feast, granting him unrestricted access from the first through ninth floors and above. 68
• He dislikes strong dairy smells but tolerates them during the grassland trip for Tang Yao's sake. 393
• Tang Yao participated in Tang Chen's public confession to Shen Qingyan by presenting him with roses. 62