Bai Shishi

Biodata

Feature	Details
Name	Bai Shishi (白诗诗)
Alias(es)	Baibai; Shishi (preferred offline forms of address) 48
Gender	Female 46
Affiliation	Xiao Yi Studio 83
Occupation/Role	Concept artist and the studio's lead artist; responsible for major character portraits and expression variations 86 147 177
Status	H University student 172
First Appearance	Chapter 4, as “Baibai” 4

Background / History

Bai Shishi spent years taking online classes because of poor health, leaving her with little experience in public settings and a tendency to stay at home. Her mother, Fu Qianping, is protective but encourages her to gradually adapt to the outside world. 46 86

As Baibai, she met Mo Xiangwen through an online gaming group after first joining a small Warcraft guild. She became one of his most devoted friends, frequently gaming with him and supporting him in the group chat. 22 46

Before revealing herself, Shishi claimed that the artist completing Mo Xiangwen's commissions was an introverted friend and acted as the intermediary. She eventually confessed that she had drawn every commission herself, then accepted Mo Xiangwen's offer to formally join Xiao Yi Studio. 16 82 83

Appearance

Bai Shishi is a petite, pale girl with white hair and crimson eyes. Her delicate appearance and frail health give her a doll-like, almost fragile impression. 46 47

• White hair and red eyes. 46
• Very fair complexion, described as looking somewhat unhealthy. 46
• Commonly wears a white sailor uniform; she also wears white tights. 46 105
• Her appearance attracts frequent attention in public, which makes her uncomfortable. 47

Personality

Shishi is shy, gentle, and highly inexperienced around strangers. She initially hides behind people she trusts, struggles to introduce herself, and dislikes unfamiliar physical contact; however, she gradually becomes more comfortable with Mo Xiangwen's friends. 46 47 49 50

She is exceptionally trusting and loyal toward Mo Xiangwen, often accepting his judgment without hesitation. This trust can become dependence when she is frightened or in unfamiliar places, but it also gives her confidence to face school, surgery, and social situations. 129 152 160

Despite her timid demeanor, Shishi is diligent and determined. She persisted with online schooling and artistic practice for years, later setting aside games to concentrate on entering H University. She can become anxious about burdening others or falling behind on studio work, but she actively tries to improve and take responsibility for her role. 86 156 173 177

She becomes more direct as the story progresses, openly expressing affection for Mo Xiangwen and showing possessiveness when others appear interested in him. 170 172

Abilities & Skills

Digital Illustration and Concept Art

Shishi is a skilled artist capable of producing polished character artwork in multiple styles. Her commissioned work initially impressed Mo Xiangwen even before he knew she was the artist. 16 82 86

• Created the art for Mo Xiangwen's earlier commissions while concealing her identity behind a supposed “friend.” 16 82
• Designed Xiao Yi Studio's fox mascot concept and provided multiple visual proposals for the team's selection. 82 86
• Maintains a cloud portfolio containing works from different periods and styles. 86
• Is responsible for the major characters' portraits and their expression variations in the studio's game project. 147
• Considers herself the team's lead artist and wants to prove she deserves the responsibility entrusted to her. 177

Gaming

Shishi is an enthusiastic player who closely follows Mo Xiangwen's gaming interests. 170

• Learned Stuffed to Death quickly while following Mo Xiangwen's guidance and did not die once during the group's early sessions. 36
• Enjoys cooperative games, board games, UNO, tabletop sessions, and other group activities. 48 50 87
• Admits that 3D action games are difficult for her because her reaction speed is not fast. 156

Academic Perseverance

Shishi studies with unusual persistence despite her health and long period of online education. 86

• Followed Yan Nuoya's structured study plan to reinforce her fundamentals and prepare for the National College Entrance Examination. 148
• Stopped playing games before her exams to focus fully on entering H University. 156
• Was admitted to H University after initially fearing that her examination results would not be enough. 171 172

Relationships

• Mo Xiangwen / Xiao Yi — Her longtime online friend, trusted caretaker, artistic collaborator, and later boyfriend. Shishi relies on him deeply; they confess their feelings after her surgery, and he publicly acknowledges her as his girlfriend. 46 170 172
• Fu Qianping — Her mother. Fu Qianping is protective of Shishi's health and safety but gradually trusts Mo Xiangwen and his friends to care for her. 46 164
• Bai Ye — Her father. He is concerned for Shishi's well-being and initially reacts with complicated feelings to how often she speaks about Mo Xiangwen. 146 168
• Yan Nuoya — Friend and fellow studio member. Shishi is initially wary of her, but they grow close; Yan Nuoya supports Shishi during her family crisis and surgery. 46 50 133 169
• Su Mengli — Friend and studio colleague. Mengli warmly welcomes Shishi into the group, helps lighten her illustration workload, and supports her studies. 49 147 173
• Su Mengyao — Friend and fellow gamer. Mengyao is openly fond of Shishi, calls her “Little Sister Shishi,” and is protective of her despite occasional jealousy over Shishi's closeness with Mo Xiangwen. 49 152 172

Story Role / Major Arcs

Online Friend Revealed

Shishi first interacts with the group as Baibai, then meets Mo Xiangwen in person at Fu Qianping's workplace. Though initially frightened by strangers, she recognizes Xiao Yi immediately and eagerly introduces herself as Bai Shishi. 46

Mo Xiangwen brings her to meet Su Mengli and Su Mengyao at First-Grade Tea. Shishi nervously introduces herself as Baibai, begins adapting to the twins, and later grows more comfortable around Yan Nuoya as the group plays UNO together. 49 50

Joining Xiao Yi Studio

When Mo Xiangwen asks Baibai to contact her “artist friend” about studio work, Shishi admits that she was the artist all along. He praises her work and invites her to join Xiao Yi Studio officially. 82 83

She is introduced as the studio's concept artist, presents her portfolio, and helps establish the visual direction of the team's game project. 86

Entrance Examination and Surgery

Shishi resolves to enter H University so she can remain with her friends and call Mo Xiangwen her senior. She prioritizes studying over both gaming and studio illustration work. 156 157

After completing the National College Entrance Examination, she agrees to postpone studio progress and undergo surgery for her health. Her friends organize rotating hospital visits to keep her company. 161 162 164

Her surgery succeeds. Mo Xiangwen stays beside her afterward, and the two confess their feelings before sharing their first kiss. 170

H University and Return to Work

Shishi is admitted to H University and celebrates her birthday with the studio team. Mo Xiangwen gives her silver star-and-moon hair clips and promises to remain by her side. 172

Following her recovery, she returns to the studio determined to catch up on the delayed character art. Although Su Mengli offers assistance, Shishi remains committed to fulfilling her responsibilities as lead artist without overworking herself. 173 177

Equipment / Items

• Drawing tablet — A birthday gift from Su Mengyao, intended to support Shishi's illustration work. 172
• Silver star-and-moon hair clips — A birthday gift from Mo Xiangwen. 172
• “Confucius Pens” — Backup pens gifted by Yan Nuoya before the National College Entrance Examination. 161

Notable Quotes

“Xiao Yi wouldn't lie to me.” 129

“Whatever Xiao Yi says we should make, I'll make it with him.” 97

“I want to get into H University and be with everyone.” 156

“Mm! I like Xiangwen the most too!” 170

Trivia

• Shishi secretly read Mo Xiangwen's novel Junior Girl Development Plan, drew its illustrations and Bai Shiyin's character art, and acted as the Leader of the Bai Shiyin Faction in its reader group. 64 169
• She prefers being called “Shishi” or “Baibai” rather than her full name, believing that using only “Shishi” makes people seem closer. 48
• To avoid bad endings in games, she reads walkthroughs and plot summaries before playing. 170