Key Plot Points and Events

• Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi receive numerous interview invitations, but they're unable to accept most due to their current status.
• They don't receive any worthwhile acting roles, only decorative ones with insignificant scripts.
• Tang Shi signs endorsement deals with two international fashion brands, GC and DR, for a total of $26 million over three years.
• He films commercials for both brands and attends fashion weeks to promote them.
• Interview invitations flood in again, reminding them of Emperor Entertainment's cooperation proposal.
• They decide to return to China to consolidate their popularity and enter the domestic film industry.

Character Developments

• Tang Shi becomes more selective about his roles and endorsements, prioritizing quality over quantity.
• Lu Hengzhi discovers an interest in film production and plans to pursue it alongside acting.
• Both characters express homesickness and a desire to return to China for career development.

Significant Themes

• The importance of quality roles and endorsements for career growth.
• The value of home and cultural roots in one's career.
• The challenges and demands of fame and media attention.

Character Interactions

• Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi support each other's decisions and career paths.
• Scott Wood advises Tang Shi on endorsements and career moves.
• Reporters and fans create a chaotic scene at the airport, highlighting the duo's popularity and the challenges of fame.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi's return to China is chaotic due to overwhelming fan and media presence.
• They had planned a quiet return but agreed to Emperor Entertainment's suggestion for a grand homecoming to rekindle domestic fans' affection.
• The airport scene is dangerously crowded, causing concern for the fans' safety.
• After much effort, they finally leave the airport and are received by Zhou Boyun, Emperor Entertainment's president.
• Zhou Boyun expresses his joy and respect for their achievements, and they discuss future collaborations.

Character Developments

• Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi have grown in popularity and status, earning respect from Zhou Boyun.
• They show concern for their fans' safety, demonstrating their maturity and responsibility.
• Zhou Boyun shows sincerity and respect towards Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi, acknowledging their achievements.

Significant Themes

• The importance of maintaining connections and relationships in the entertainment industry.
• The challenges and responsibilities that come with increased fame and success.
• The realistic nature of the entertainment industry, where business deals are based on mutual benefit.

Character Interactions

• Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi work together to manage the chaotic airport scene, demonstrating their teamwork and concern for their fans.
• Zhou Boyun interacts with Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi with respect and sincerity, showing a change in his attitude towards them.
• Yun Xiaoting and Wei Feng act as intermediaries, helping to smooth over any tension between Tang Shi, Lu Hengzhi, and Zhou Boyun.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Emperor Entertainment collaborates with Hollywood's Sugar Juice Studio, opening international opportunities for its talents.
• Yun Xiaoting, recommended by Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi, gains international recognition and popularity in Hollywood.
• Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi return to China, overwhelmed with congratulatory messages and interview requests.
• They attend Emperor Entertainment's celebration party, walking the red carpet and meeting industry peers.
• Zhou Boyun, Emperor Entertainment's president, announces the company's partnership with Hollywood Sugar Juice Studio.

Character Developments

• Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi: They have grown in fame and influence, becoming the most sought-after stars in the industry. They handle their newfound fame with grace and maturity.
• Yun Xiaoting: He gains international recognition and popularity, becoming one of the rare Chinese stars to achieve this through acting ability.
• Zhou Boyun: He demonstrates his business acumen and influence by securing a partnership with Hollywood Sugar Juice Studio and making strategic moves to keep the Sugar Juice Duo with Emperor Entertainment.

Significant Themes

• Fame and Its Impact: Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi's sudden rise to international fame changes their lives and the industry's perception of them.
• Opportunity and Ambition: The collaboration between Emperor Entertainment and Hollywood Sugar Juice Studio opens up international opportunities for its talents, fueling ambition and competition within the industry.
• Relationship Building and Networking: The celebration party serves as a platform for Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi to connect with influential figures in the industry, solidifying their position and opening doors to new opportunities.

Character Interactions

• Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi interact with Qiao Lin, Sun Zhengwen, and other industry peers at the celebration party, demonstrating their charisma and popularity.
• Zhou Boyun introduces Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi to influential figures in the industry, showcasing his support and commitment to their careers.
• The talent agencies eyeing the Sugar Juice Duo feel regret and realize the futility of their plans, highlighting the power dynamics and competition within the industry.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Emperor Entertainment's celebration banquet for Sugar Juice Duo's success.
• Sugar Juice Duo's international influence and power attract attention from other talent agencies.
• Lin Xia approaches Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi, seeking a role in Zhao Mingyi's upcoming film.

Character Developments

• Sugar Juice Duo (Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi) have grown more mature and poised after their time in Hollywood.
• Lin Xia is ambitious and eager to transition into more serious acting roles.
• Mama Lin is pushy and expects favors from Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi due to their past relationship with Professor Lin.
• Lin Zhaoran is impulsive and speaks without considering consequences.

Significant Themes

• Ambition and its consequences (Lin Xia, Mama Lin, Lin Zhaoran).
• The importance of tact and diplomacy in the entertainment industry (Mama Lin, Lin Zhaoran).
• The power dynamics within the entertainment industry (Emperor Entertainment, Hongtian International Talent Agency, other talent agencies).

Character Interactions

• Sugar Juice Duo reconnect with their Dance Miracle competitors, highlighting their camaraderie.
• Lin Xia and Mama Lin approach Sugar Juice Duo for favors, testing their relationships and loyalties.
• Lin Zhaoran's impulsive behavior causes tension and forces Sugar Juice Duo to mediate.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yun Xiaoting introduces Yao Manling to Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi at a celebration banquet.
• Lin Xia and her mother approach Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi, seeking help from President Yu of Hongtian International.
• Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi secretly travel to Apple City for a recording session.

Character Developments

• Yao Manling is introduced as a successful and poised actress, drawing attention and admiration.
• Lin Xia's mother is portrayed as ambitious and willing to use her connections for personal gain.
• Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi have grown more mature and resolute since their debut, and their fame has increased significantly.

Significant Themes

• The entertainment industry's focus on appearance and youth.
• The power dynamics between celebrities and their connections.
• The changing dynamics between Tang Shi, Lu Hengzhi, and their peers as their fame grows.

Character Interactions

• Yun Xiaoting helps Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi avoid being drawn into Lin Xia's mother's schemes.
• Yao Manling expresses admiration for Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi's work in 'A Wonderful Journey.'
• Li Mei, now a deputy station director, discusses business expansion with Tang Shi, who declines to be involved.

Key Plot Points & Events

• Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi return to Apple TV Station after two years, now famous and nominated for the Olek Golden Statue Award.
• They meet Xu Hao and Zhang Ye, who offer them a script for a film titled "Lottery" inspired by their Dance Miracle experience.
• Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi agree to invest in and produce the film after reading the script.

Character Developments

• Tang Shi has matured and become more humble and low-key, surprising and pleasing the Apple TV Station staff.
• Lu Hengzhi remains calm and decisive.
• Xu Hao and Zhang Ye are passionate and dedicated directors and screenwriters, willing to stand by their creative vision despite facing rejections from investors.

Significant Themes

• Growth and maturity (Tang Shi)
• Dedication and perseverance (Xu Hao and Zhang Ye)
• The power of storytelling and its impact on society (the film "Lottery")

Character Interactions

• Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi reconnect with the Apple TV Station staff, showing that they have not changed despite their fame.
• Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi meet Xu Hao and Zhang Ye, leading to a potential collaboration on the film "Lottery."
• Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi discuss and agree to invest in and produce "Lottery," demonstrating their support for the project and its creators.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Tang Shi, Xu Hao, and Zhang Ye are astounded by Tang Shi's scriptwriting talent.
• Tang Shi declines co-screenwriter credit but agrees to offer suggestions for Lottery.
• Xu Hao and Zhang Ye ask to join Tang Shi's studio, Sugar Juice.
• Tang Shi signs Xu Hao, Zhang Ye, Li Bao, Jin Zheng, and Yan Hai to Sugar Juice.
• Lottery gains media attention due to Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi's involvement.
• Old Yu calls, demanding Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi return to school for practice exams.
• Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi return to X City High School, causing a stir among students.

Character Developments

• Tang Shi: Shows humility and respect for literary works, declines co-screenwriter credit, and accepts Xu Hao and Zhang Ye into his studio.
• Xu Hao and Zhang Ye: Impressed by Tang Shi's talent, they ask to join his studio and are later signed as the first members of Sugar Juice.
• Old Yu: Demonstrates his authority and concern for Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi's education, ordering them to return to school for practice exams.

Significant Themes

• Respect for literary creation and integrity.
• The entertainment industry's focus on fame and success.
• The importance of education and personal growth.

Character Interactions

• Tang Shi, Xu Hao, and Zhang Ye: They interact positively, with Xu Hao and Zhang Ye admiring Tang Shi's talent and asking to join his studio.
• Tang Shi and Old Yu: Old Yu demonstrates his authority over Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi, ordering them to return to school.
• Tang Shi and Cui Yujin: They catch up after a long time apart, with Cui Yujin expressing surprise at Tang Shi's stardom and their return to school.

Key Plot Points & Events

• Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi's return to take the mock exams attracts media attention.
• Lu Hengzhi scores 654, while Tang Shi scores 601.5 in the mock exams.
• The school extends class hours and adds Sunday classes due to poor overall rankings.
• Students protest by performing a song during morning exercises, criticizing the increased workload.
• Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi are summoned to the office for punishment.

Character Developments

• Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi maintain their academic performance despite busy schedules.
• Tang Shi shows concern for Lu Hengzhi's well-being and takes responsibility for the protest.
• Old Yu, their homeroom teacher, shows understanding towards the students but maintains the school's authority.

Significant Themes

• The pressure of academic competition and the college entrance exam.
• The struggle between students' well-being and increased workload.
• The consequences of students' actions and the school's response to maintain discipline.

Character Interactions

• Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi's friendship is evident as they support each other.
• Old Yu interacts with Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi, showing a mix of sternness and understanding.
• Students gather outside the office to eavesdrop, showing solidarity with Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi are tasked with writing self-criticisms after being caught eavesdropping by Old Yu.
• The school administration offers a deal: if the students' second mock exam results improve significantly, they will allow the class to perform a dance routine during morning exercises.
• Tang Shi scores an impressive 679 in the third mock exam, leading his teachers to believe he can choose any school he wants after the college entrance exam.
• Tang Shi writes a film script about youth and growing up, titled "Our Youth," after completing his high school exams.
• Emperor Entertainment invests in "Our Youth," and filming wraps successfully. A wrap party is held at the Zhang Family Private Kitchen.
• Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi are admitted to Capital University with excellent scores. Tang Shi requests to film on campus as a student for "Our Youth."

Character Developments

• Tang Shi demonstrates his dedication and discipline by scoring high in mock exams and writing a film script.
• Lu Hengzhi maintains his academic prowess, scoring even higher than Tang Shi in the college entrance exam.
• The actors and directors signed with Sugar Juice Studio express their hopes for future work, revealing their financial struggles despite their future success.

Significant Themes

• The pressures and expectations of high school and the college entrance exam.
• The contrast between the current struggles of future superstars and their future success.
• The value of hard work and dedication, as seen in Tang Shi's academic and creative pursuits.

Character Interactions

• Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi support each other academically and professionally, with Lu Hengzhi encouraging Tang Shi and Tang Shi helping Lu Hengzhi with his acting.
• The actors and directors signed with Sugar Juice Studio interact with Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi at the wrap party, expressing their hopes for future work.
• Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi demonstrate their generosity and thoughtfulness by inviting the main creative staff to a wrap party at an expensive restaurant and offering roles in their upcoming film to struggling actors.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Tang Shi chooses X City No. 1 High School as the filming location for 'Our Youth'.
• He enlists renowned director Dong Jiaqing and casts Lu Hengzhi as the male lead and himself as the second male lead.
• A nationwide audition is held for the female lead, with Zhang Chumo, a Capital Film Academy student, ultimately winning the role.
• The production begins filming in August, starting with the military training scene.

Character Developments

• Tang Shi demonstrates his foresight and strategic thinking by casting Zhang Chumo, who will become a renowned actress three years later.
• Zhang Chumo shows her potential and dedication to acting during her first scene.
• Lu Hengzhi displays his acting prowess in the final moment of the first scene, hinting at his character's feelings.

Significant Themes

• The innocence, longing, and fantasy of youth.
• The contrast between the simplicity of high school life and the complexities of adulthood.

Character Interactions

• Tang Shi and Dong Jiaqing collaborate smoothly due to their previous working relationship.
• Lu Hengzhi and Zhang Chumo establish their on-screen chemistry during their first scene together.
• The extras, mostly students from X City No. 1 High School, interact with the main cast, creating a lively atmosphere on set.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi film scenes from their high school years for 'Our Youth'.
• They film Lu Xiao's rebellion against school overtime and the 'Exercise Between Classes' dance.
• They shoot the scene where Lu Xiao and his friends try to confess to Yang Fan using classroom lights, but Yang Fan's father dies, and she doesn't attend.
• Lu Xiao and Yang Fan both get into college, but Yang Fan has to work to support herself. Lu Xiao supports her, while Fang Wei offers financial help, leading to tension between him and Yang Fan.
• Lu Xiao and Liu Yu try to surprise Yang Fan on her birthday but are detained by school security, and she misunderstands the situation.
• Lottery's premiere is held on National Day, with Tang Shi, Lu Hengzhi, and Jin Zheng attending. The premiere is broadcast live on X City Television Station.

Character Developments

• Lu Xiao grows from a carefree high school student to a responsible young adult, supporting Yang Fan despite facing challenges.
• Yang Fan matures and takes on responsibilities, working to support herself through college.
• Fang Wei shows kindness towards Yang Fan but struggles to understand her pride and independence.

Significant Themes

• Youth and the passage of time.
• The responsibilities and challenges of adulthood.
• The complexities of love and relationships.

Character Interactions

• Lu Xiao and Yang Fan's relationship deepens, facing obstacles and misunderstandings along the way.
• Lu Xiao and Fang Wei's friendship is strained due to their differing views on how to support Yang Fan.
• Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi support Xu Hao and the Lottery cast, handing over the spotlight to them during the premiere.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lottery's premiere and its unexpected success.
• The film's unique storytelling and unconventional ending spark both praise and criticism.
• Lottery becomes a box office hit, breaking records for low-budget films.
• The wrap party for Our Youth at a farm resort in Kyoto, where the crew and their families enjoy a leisurely gathering.

Character Developments

• Zhou Boyun harbors doubts about Tang Shi's judgment regarding the potential of Lottery's cast and crew.
• Tang Shi remains confident in his decisions, hinting at his ability to see the future.
• Xu Hao and Zhang Ye gain recognition as talented director and screenwriter.
• The crew of Our Youth enjoy a well-deserved break with their families.

Significant Themes

• The power of storytelling and authenticity in film.
• The impact of media reviews on a film's success.
• The importance of work-life balance for entertainers.

Character Interactions

• Zhou Boyun and Tang Shi's differing opinions on Lottery's potential.
• The Our Youth crew and their families enjoying quality time together.
• Lin Xia and her family reuniting with Professor Lin and Grandma Lin.

Chapter 93 Summary

Key Plot Points & Events

• Professor Lin joins the group trip after Mother Tang and Mother Lu personally invited him; the elderly members decide to take a boat on the lake instead of climbing mountains
• Tang Shi brings fishing gear but catches nothing; out of frustration, he deliberately stirs the water with his rod to sabotage Father Lu and Grandpa Lu's fishing too
• Mother Tang kicks Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi onto a second boat with Ming Xiang, Su Minghe, Lin Zhaoran, and Song Lijia—the four other Dance Miracle contestants
• Tang Shi suddenly remembers he has neglected updating his web novel Prosperous Tang Strategy for over a year (since going to Hollywood)
• The group returns to shore; a chaotic food-grabbing scene ensues where Luo Jinfeng's freshly grilled food is wiped out by everyone, and he barely reclaims one skewer
• At night, Tang Shi logs into the website and finds his comment section in chaos: complaints, negative ratings, hate from Sugar Juice Duo haters, but also loyal readers, fan fiction, fan gatherings, and well-wishes
• Tang Shi writes and uploads a new 3,000-word chapter, acting cute in the author's note to beg forgiveness
• His editor contacts him: a film/TV company wants to acquire adaptation rights for Prosperous Tang Strategy
• Flashback to Chapter 80: Tang Shi bought Green Website and Terminus Station specifically to gain first access to adaptation rights for valuable novels

Character Developments

• Tang Shi: Feels guilt over neglecting his novel; reflects on his past life—how he once relied on Lu Hengzhi's connections as a screenwriter, which reminds him of his own abandoned work; demonstrates maturing self-awareness about how fame has changed his relationships
• Tang Shi's hidden resentment toward Su Minghe: Revealed to stem from past-life suspicions about an "incident" where Su Minghe was the most direct beneficiary—perhaps related to Lu Hengzhi's career—though unverified, this has settled into lasting discomfort that he doesn't act on
• The four former contestants: Now visibly restrained and eager to use Sugar Juice Duo's fame for career advancement, a shift Tang Shi notices with quiet disappointment

Significant Themes

• How fame transforms friendship: The former peers who once competed side-by-side now treat Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi differently because they want something from them; Tang Shi accepts this philosophically but feels loss
• Responsibility vs. career demands: Tang Shi's year-long neglect of his web novel shows the tension between maintaining creative commitments and pursuing career opportunities
• Unresolved past-life trauma: Tang Shi's instinctive dislike of Su Minghe persists across lifetimes, though nothing present-day has warranted it
• Passing through hardship alone vs. together: Tang Shi notes that not everyone can remain true friends regardless of status like he and Lu Hengzhi have

Character Interactions

• Tang Shi & Lu Hengzhi: Whisper together as if no one else exists, making the other four feel awkward; they discuss upcoming work arrangements while walking around the lake; Lu Hengzhi reminds Tang Shi to update his novel
• Tang Shi & Mother Tang: She exasperatedly chases him onto another boat to stop his interference with the others' fishing
• Tang Shi & the Dance Miracle four: Conversation is casual but strained by the status gap; Su Minghe proposes returning to shore for lunch, and Ming Xiang silently watches Su Minghe's inner conflict over Tang Shi
• Luo Jinfeng: Gets his food stolen by the group and fights back, providing comic relief
• Tang Shi & his web novel readers: The comments show a mix of angry, disappointed, and fiercely loyal readers; their encouragement warms him despite the negativity

Key Plot Points and Events

• Tang Shi receives an offer from a film and television company to adapt his novel 'Prosperous Tang Strategy' into a TV series.
• The company is sincere and well-funded, with a renowned director and selected actors for the leads.
• Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi discuss the offer, and Lu Hengzhi suggests they produce and act in the series themselves.

Character Developments

• Tang Shi shows hesitation and reluctance to act in the series due to the need for wire work.
• Lu Hengzhi expresses his desire to act in the series and is disappointed when Tang Shi seems unwilling.
• Tang Shi decides to produce and act in the series with Lu Hengzhi, but switches their roles.

Significant Themes

• Possessiveness over one's work and the desire to control its adaptation.
• The challenges and fears of stepping out of one's comfort zone (Tang Shi's fear of wire work).
• The bond between Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi, and their shared history with Tang Shi's novels.

Character Interactions

• Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi have a heart-to-heart conversation about the adaptation offer and their roles in it.
• They decide to work together on the project, showing their commitment to each other's careers and their shared past.
• Their interaction is marked by understanding, support, and mutual respect.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi decide to produce and adapt Tang Shi's novel, Prosperous Tang Strategy, into a television drama.
• They collaborate with Tianma Film and Television Company and Emperor Entertainment for funding.
• A nationwide casting call is held with unique audition requirements focusing on historical and cultural knowledge of the Sui and Tang Dynasties.
• Tang Shi appoints himself as the lead screenwriter and hires a team of consultants to ensure historical accuracy.
• Prosperous Tang Strategy gains significant media attention and popularity before filming even begins.

Character Developments

• Tang Shi demonstrates his ambition and forward-thinking approach to producing the drama, aiming for a large-scale production.
• Lu Hengzhi expresses his desire to film with Tang Shi and create lasting memories together.

Significant Themes

• The power of idols and their influence on society, as seen in the trend of reading Tang Dynasty history books.
• The importance of historical accuracy and cultural literacy in the production of Prosperous Tang Strategy.

Character Interactions

• Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi work together to produce the drama, showcasing their partnership and shared vision.
• Tang Shi interacts with various industry professionals, such as consultants and production team members, to bring his vision for the drama to life.
• The Sugar Juice Duo's fans eagerly engage with Tang Dynasty history and culture due to the casting call's requirements, highlighting the duo's influence on society.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi promote 'Our Youth' before its release.
• They return home for the New Year, finding both families gathered at Grandpa Lu's house.
• Tang Shi decides to take his mother and Lu Hengzhi's family on a trip after filming 'Prosperous Tang Strategy'.

Character Developments

• Tang Shi realizes the importance of balancing work and family time, especially with his mother.
• Lu Hengzhi shows thoughtfulness and care for Tang Shi and their families.

Significant Themes

• Family and the importance of spending quality time together.
• The changing nature of New Year celebrations and traditions.

Character Interactions

• Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi's relationship deepens as they discuss their future together.
• Both families show affection and concern for Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi, scolding them for working too hard.
• Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi enjoy simple pleasures like playing in the snow and watching fireworks together.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi go to the movies but end up meeting their old classmates, Cui Yujin and Deng Xia, instead.
• They decide to skip the movie and catch up over coffee.
• Cui Yujin mentions a plan to visit their former teacher, Old Yu, the next day, and Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi agree to join.
• Lu Hengzhi offers to help Cui Yujin secure an internship abroad in the fashion industry.
• Tang Shi suggests shooting an inspirational idol drama centered on fashion.

Character Developments

• Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi are now famous and successful, but they remain humble and considerate of their old friends.
• Cui Yujin is passionate about photography and dreams of pursuing a career in the fashion industry.
• Deng Xia is a photography student as well and is excited about the prospect of interning abroad with Cui Yujin.

Significant Themes

• Friendship and maintaining connections from the past.
• Pursuing one's dreams and passions.
• The tension between staying in one's comfort zone and venturing into the unknown.

Character Interactions

• Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi interact with Cui Yujin and Deng Xia, reminiscing about their high school days and catching up on their current lives.
• Lu Hengzhi shows consideration for Tang Shi's sleep by ordering him hot chocolate instead of coffee.
• Cui Yujin and Deng Xia bicker playfully, showing their affection for each other.
• Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi discuss their plans for the future, including supporting Cui Yujin's career and shooting an idol drama.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi attend their high school reunion, meeting their classmates, including Cui Yujin and his girlfriend Deng Xia.
• They discuss their experiences since graduation, the entertainment industry, and their teacher, Old Yu.
• They plan to visit Old Yu after the reunion meal.

Character Developments

• Tang Shi: He reflects on the loss of his childhood joy after rebirth and is more open about his preferences and opinions.
• Lu Hengzhi: He maintains his calm and collected demeanor, addressing rumors about his relationships and expressing his disinterest in fame-driven pursuits.
• Cui Yujin: He shows off his new girlfriend, Deng Xia, and is more confident and boastful.
• Feng Linlin: She considers using her connection to Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi to advance her acting career but ultimately decides against it, preserving her purity.

Significant Themes

• The loss of innocence and childhood joy as one grows older and more experienced.
• The pursuit of fame and fortune in the entertainment industry and the challenges it presents to personal relationships and values.
• The importance of preserving one's integrity and purity in the face of temptation.

Character Interactions

• Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi remain close, with Tang Shi being more openly affectionate towards Lu Hengzhi.
• Cui Yujin teases Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi about their success and popularity.
• Feng Linlin considers pursuing a relationship with Tang Shi or Lu Hengzhi for career advancement but ultimately decides against it, maintaining her friendship with them.
• The classmates reminisce about their high school days and discuss their experiences since graduation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi attend a class reunion with their high school classmates.
• Cui Yujin and Deng Xia are pressured into drinking a cross-cupped toast, symbolizing their relationship.
• Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi toast to their enduring friendship.
• Tang Shi gets an idea for a story and starts writing it during the reunion.
• Tang Shi discusses the potential of game development with classmates Yu Miao and Zhang Ye.

Character Developments

• Tang Shi shows his entrepreneurial spirit by discussing business opportunities with classmates.
• Lu Hengzhi supports Tang Shi's ideas and is amused by his enthusiasm.
• Cui Yujin and Deng Xia display their relationship publicly.
• Old Yu, their high school teacher, shows his affection for his students by preparing for their visit.

Significant Themes

• Friendship and camaraderie among classmates.
• The passage of time and the changes it brings to people's lives and aspirations.
• The potential of the game industry and its connection to online novels.

Character Interactions

• Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi's friendship is strengthened as they support each other's ideas and plans.
• Cui Yujin and Deng Xia's relationship is publicly acknowledged and celebrated by their classmates.
• Tang Shi connects with classmates Yu Miao and Zhang Ye about potential business opportunities in the game industry.
• Old Yu's affection for his students is evident in his preparations for their visit.

Key Plot Points & Events

• Tang Shi and his classmates visit Old Yu, their former teacher, on New Year's Eve.
• After dinner, Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi go to a food court to eat, where Tang Shi is mistaken for a celebrity.
• They return home late, and Lu Hengzhi stays overnight again.
• On New Year's Eve, they receive numerous calls and messages from friends and industry colleagues.
• Wei Feng, their manager, calls, highlighting the tension between managing established star Yun Xiaoting and the newly debuted Sugar Juice Duo.

Character Developments

• Old Yu: Revealed to be a dedicated teacher who wants to educate and nurture his students, despite his rigid teaching methods.
• Tang Shi: Shows his love for food and his playful nature, but also his consideration for Lu Hengzhi's feelings.
• Lu Hengzhi: Demonstrates his thoughtfulness and care for Tang Shi, such as wrapping his scarf around Tang Shi when he's cold.

Significant Themes

• Tradition vs Modernity: Old Yu represents the older generation's values and dedication to education, while Tang Shi and his peers embody the newer, more individualistic era.
• Friendship and Loyalty: Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi's friendship is tested and strengthened by their shared experiences and understanding of each other.

Character Interactions

• Tang Shi and Old Yu: Despite their differences, Tang Shi has a soft spot for Old Yu and appreciates his dedication to teaching.
• Tang Shi and Lu Hengzhi: Their friendship deepens as they spend more time together, with Lu Hengzhi showing care for Tang Shi and Tang Shi being more open about his feelings.
• Wei Feng, Tang Shi, and Lu Hengzhi: The tension between managing established and new artists is hinted at, which may cause strain in their relationship with Wei Feng.