Xue Boyu

Biodata

Feature	Value
Name	Xue Boyu (薛柏钰)
Alias(es)	“Eyelash Elf” 10
Gender	Male
Affiliation	Xue Household; guest on Spring Heartbeat
Occupation/Role	Young actor; singer and dancer; freshman at A City's top drama academy 21 31
First Appearance	Chapter 10

Background / History

Xue Boyu reached peak popularity upon debut at nineteen. His gentle treatment of fans, respect for seniors, sweet-puppy image, and formidable family background made him the most popular guest associated with Spring Heartbeat. 10

He was paired on the show with screenwriter He Qing. Although Boyu's fans initially opposed the pairing because he had only just entered university, He Qing's considerate treatment of him won them over, and their CP became the most supported pairing of the first season. 10 He Qing's car accident left Boyu temporarily without his partner during the following season. 10 12

Boyu entered A City's best drama academy without retaking exams or using connections, scoring forty-three points above the cultural-subject admission cutoff. He is strongest in Chinese and English, while mathematics—especially linear algebra—is his weak point. 21

At fifteen, he suffered a serious strain while practicing dance. Though specialists expected recovery with proper care, he was warned against strenuous activity; the injury continued to affect his back and legs. 31 33

Appearance

Xue Boyu is a fair-skinned young man with extraordinarily long eyelashes and clear, captivating eyes. His looks and temperament are repeatedly described as those of a classic “sweet puppy.” 10 11

• Long eyelashes that appear unreal 11
• Clear, expressive eyes 10
• Lean but solid frame despite his youthful appearance 28
• Considered especially eye-catching even when dressed in the show's concealing work uniform 24

Personality

Boyu is polite, gentle with fans, and respectful toward senior entertainers. He is socially adept enough to bring gifts for every guest when joining the Spring Heartbeat cast. 10 11

Despite his privileged upbringing, he is earnest and hardworking. He studies even during filming breaks, honestly admits when he does not understand something, and quickly tries to copy practical methods Si You teaches him. 21 24 He can also be naive and physically impulsive, particularly in unfamiliar outdoor situations. 13 31

Boyu becomes an enthusiastic observer of Jiang Tingxu and Si You's growing closeness. After witnessing Jiang quietly pat Si You's back while tending to him, Boyu's reaction condenses into: “I ship it.” 20

Abilities & Skills

Performing Arts

Boyu has acted in several dramas, though singing and dancing are his main focus. His family had planned to support his future debut as the center of a boy group after Spring Heartbeat. 31

• Trained extensively in singing and dance 31
• Has prior acting experience in several dramas 31
• His dance training contributed to lingering back and leg injuries 31 33

Academic Ability

Boyu was admitted to a top drama academy on his own academic results. 21

• Scored forty-three points above the academy's cultural-subject cutoff 21
• Performs well in Chinese and English 21
• Struggles with linear algebra, but listens carefully and persists with his coursework 21
• Receives one-on-one tutoring from Si You on determinants and matrix operations 21

Sales and Practical Learning

During the apple-selling task, Boyu learns to sort fruit by quality, clean it, and use Si You's sales approach. He successfully sells apples after copying the method. 24

• Helps grade apples into different price tiers 24
• Learns to use cleaner presentation, signs, samples, and bargaining to attract customers 24
• Quickly applies Si You's approach to make a sale himself 24

Health

• Sustained a serious dance-related strain at fifteen, leaving him vulnerable to back and leg problems during strenuous activity. 31 33
• Falls down a mountainside during the rice-carrying task after stepping into empty space; the incident aggravates his old waist injury and injures his knee. 31 33
• Develops a fever while awaiting rescue, but later recovers well after medical treatment. 33 36

Relationships

• He Qing — His original Spring Heartbeat partner and widely supported CP. He Qing's injury temporarily separates them during filming. 10 12
• Si You — Initially keeps his distance because of Si You's behavior in the previous season, but gradually comes to admire his competence, kindness, and willingness to protect others. Si You tutors him, shares work with him, and ultimately risks himself to save him during their fall. 13 21 24 31 33
• Jiang Tingxu — Treats him as “Brother Jiang” and accepts Jiang's temporary guardianship while He Qing is absent. Boyu also becomes a devoted Jiang–Si shipper. 14 20 26
• Jiang Yao — Works alongside her during the mountain-produce task, helping shield her from the storm and later playing with her in puddles. 16 17
• Xue Ling — A relative who visits Si You in hospital to thank him for saving Boyu. 35

Story Role / Major Arcs

*Spring Heartbeat* Arrival

Boyu arrives to a far warmer reception than Si You, distributes gifts to the cast, and cautiously addresses Si You as “Brother Si You.” 11 He is surprised by Si You's changed routine and behavior, having known the previous-season version as a disruptive night owl. 12

Ancient-Town Missions

With He Qing absent, Boyu asks to join Si You and Jiang Tingxu's team. He initially keeps a small distance from Si You due to their past friction, but Si You's decision to share scarce cucumbers and water begins changing his view. 13 He later witnesses Si You's cooking, outdoor competence, and consideration for others, increasingly regarding him as a dependable older brother. 14 16 17

Si You's Student and Jiang–Si Shipper

Boyu receives Si You's tutoring in linear algebra and becomes impressed by his knowledge. 21 He also assists with apple sales by learning Si You's sorting and bargaining strategy. 24 Throughout this period, he repeatedly notices intimate moments between Si You and Jiang Tingxu and privately supports their relationship. 20 24 26 28

Mountain Fall and Rescue

During a task requiring guests to carry rice uphill, Boyu steps into empty space and falls down a mountainside. Si You catches his wrist but is dragged down with him. 31 Injured and feverish afterward, Boyu is splinted, fed wild grapes, reassured, and carried toward the rescue team by Si You despite Si You's own severe condition. 33 The incident solidifies Boyu's trust in Si You and leads his family to formally thank Si You after their recovery. 33 35

Trivia

• The characters in Boyu's name are described as evoking the steadfastness of pine or cypress and the gentle beauty of uncut jade. 11
• He does not have a driver's license and lacks confidence driving electric vehicles. 24
• He is notably food-motivated; after Si You cooks for the group, he eats with such urgency that Si You tells him to slow down. 15
• Although he once viewed Si You warily, he later defends him in practice by trusting his judgment and accepting his help without hesitation. 13 31 33