Ning Chunchi

Biodata

Feature	Value
Name	Ning Chunchi (宁椿迟)
Alias(es)	Mr. Ning; President Ning; Ning-ge; Gege / “Big brother” (used by Jiang Yumiao) 8 39 44 50
Gender	Male 1
Secondary Gender	Top-tier Alpha 1
Age	28 1
Height	190 cm 23
Affiliation	Jingxing; Ning family; Love Mailbox, Season 5 4 11 48
Occupation/Role	Founder and president of Jingxing; leading contender for Ning Corporation succession; original novel’s second male lead 1 8 11 48
Status	Alive; participating in the show’s second filming stop in Lanqing and developing a romantic relationship with Jiang Yumiao 50
First Appearance	Introduced in Chapter 1 1

Background / History

Ning Chunchi is the illegitimate son of a wealthy family, but grew up away from them. Unloved by his parents and ostracized by his relatives, he learned to fend for himself early. His childhood left him deeply insecure, while also making him capable of looking after others 1.

Yang Qi was his classmate from elementary school through high school. During Ning’s poorest and most vulnerable years, the Yang family helped him extensively; Yang Qi’s mother was particularly affectionate toward him 11.

After reaching adulthood, Ning founded his own business. Jingxing became an internationally renowned smart-mobile-device manufacturer within a few years, with smartphones popular in China and frequently topping overseas charts. His success prompted his biological grandfather, Ning Changzhi, to welcome him into the Ning family 8 43 48.

Other family members attempted to obstruct his return through sexual entrapment, including drugged wine and placing an Omega in heat in his room. By the time of the dating show, Ning regards their schemes as ineffective and believes his grandfather has little choice but to rely on him to inherit the declining Ning Corporation 8 44.

Original Novel’s Fate

• Ning developed feelings for Lin Xu, but the two never had intimate contact. After Lin chose Qin Yuan, Ning never saw him again 1.
• The extent of his love was ambiguous: the narration suggests he may have clung to the small amount of warmth Lin offered rather than a deeply established relationship 1.
• The original novel’s extras never explained his eventual fate. Readers’ unresolved resentment threatened the fictional world’s stability, leading the Novel World Administration Bureau to assign Jiang Yumiao the mission of winning him over 2.

Appearance

Ning presents himself as a refined, expensively dressed businessman, with finely drawn features and a restrained manner. His muscular physique gives him a markedly more powerful, predatory presence when he is not wearing his usual formal clothes 23 30.

• Build: Tall and slender in clothing, with strong arms, developed chest muscles, and visible abdominal muscles 23 28.
• Eyes: Dark, repeatedly described as ink-black or deep enough to draw someone in 7 24.
• Hands: Slender, with long, defined fingers and occasionally prominent veins; his hands are the physical feature he likes most about himself 8 28.
• Clothing: Usually suits and dress shirts, including black luxury shirts, a tailored black business suit, and a bespoke pale-gray shirt 13 26 42.
• Voice: Clear and cool, likened to the sound of jade 9.

Personality

Ning’s gentle public manner is initially a social mask rather than indiscriminate affection. Other contestants see him as a considerate older-brother figure, but he remains emotionally distant and distrustful of people’s motives. He assumes that anyone approaching him wants something in return 1 3 7.

His insecurity manifests as intense exclusivity. Once someone reaches his heart, he is unwilling to let go. Jiang’s attention gradually exposes this possessiveness: Ning resents others admiring Jiang, follows only him on Weibo, and privately considers keeping him constantly at his side—or locking him away. These thoughts are not shown as actions in the provided chapters 1 10 22 38.

Around Jiang, Ning becomes teasing, affectionate, and increasingly attentive. His care takes practical forms: obtaining gland patches, arranging a stylist, buying a desired plush toy, and preparing clothes and household necessities. By Chapter 50, he interprets Jiang’s request for another mark as insecurity and resolves to take responsibility for his wellbeing 19 31 41 50.

Tenderness does not eliminate his controlling streak. He enjoys Jiang’s embarrassment and dependence, and his initial refusal to renew a mark makes Jiang cry. Once he realizes Jiang is genuinely hurt, he comforts him and promises to help whenever needed 29.

Abilities & Skills

Business Leadership

• Built Jingxing into an internationally successful technology company through exceptionally sharp commercial judgment 48.
• Continues conducting calls and remote meetings during filming 19 37.
• Recognizes matchmaking and family power plays quickly, including the Su family’s attempt to pair him with Su Cheng 43 44.

Memory and Observation

• Considers himself to have an excellent memory, though he initially barely remembers Jiang from the guest profiles 3.
• Accurately recalls Jiang’s preferences after listening to his lengthy introduction, allowing him to pass the show’s quiz 7 9 10.
• Notices small needs Jiang does not directly express, including difficulty styling his hair and reluctance to buy an expensive plush 30 31 39 41.

Alpha Pheromones and Temporary Marking

• Scent: Cedar mingled with ocean 17 26.
• Uses his pheromones to soothe Jiang and help him relax 26 27 29.
• Gives Jiang an emergency temporary mark during his unexpected heat, preventing his pheromones from spreading through the park 16 17.
• Their mark allows them to sense each other’s pheromones even when suppressants are in use 17.
• Temporary marks fade and require renewal; subsequent marking does not establish a permanent bond in the documented chapters 29 30 49 50.

Violin

• Plays “Golden Hour” at the yacht music party 34.
• His selection differs from the original novel, where he performed Schubert’s “The Erlking” 34.

Practical Caregiving

• Carries Jiang to a secluded changing room during his heat and arranges for suppressants and gland patches 16.
• Looks after him overnight after renewing his temporary mark 30.
• Reorganizes and packs Jiang’s suitcase when Jiang becomes exhausted before their Lanqing trip 50.

Preferences

Category	Preference
Hobby	Reading 8
Food	Fish; dislikes greasy barbecue 7 8 11
Weather and Season	Rainy days and winter 7 8
Time and Environment	Late nights / early morning hours; quiet surroundings; dislikes noisy crowds 7 8 14
Stated Romantic Type	Reserved people who do not invent excuses to approach him 6
Most Disliked Behavior	Deliberate seduction, against a background of attempted sexual entrapment 8 9
Romantic Experience at Introduction	No previous relationships; initially claims to prioritize his career over romance 8
Sleep	A light sleeper, especially vigilant in unfamiliar surroundings 11
Shoe Size	43 8

Equipment / Weapons / Items

• Luxury watches: Wears different expensive watches during filming, including a Richard Mille RM66 whose devil-horns dial contrasts with his restrained attire 4 13 26.
• Suppressants: Uses an injected suppressant and deliberately restrains his pheromones before his first temporary marking of Jiang 17.
• Gland patches: Arranges grape-print patches specifically for Jiang; later keeps both grape-patterned and creamy-yellow options available 19 50.
• Personal car: Uses his own vehicle for the airport journey to the second filming stop 50.

Relationships

• Jiang Yumiao — His developing romantic partner and first marked Omega. Ning moves from treating Jiang’s approach as an amusing diversion to cherishing his trust, seeking lasting closeness, and making room for him at home. Their temporary marks are not themselves confirmation of an official relationship 4 22 29 42 50.
• Yang Qi — Longtime classmate and friend, and director of Love Mailbox. Ning joins partly to support Yang’s work; Yang repeatedly nudges his romance with Jiang 11 38 41.
• Yang Qi’s mother — A major source of childhood support and affection. Her encouragement to find a partner contributes to Ning’s decision to participate in the show 11.
• Ning Changzhi — Biological grandfather and head of Ning Corporation. He welcomes Ning back after his business success; Ning views his dependence on a capable successor as leverage 43 44.
• He Yuan — Assistant who handles practical arrangements, including delivering Jiang’s gland patches, clothes, and household supplies 19 31 50.
• Tang Zi — Friend and stylist whom Ning summons to help Jiang. Tang teases Jiang about being Ning’s “sweetheart” and deliberately provokes Ning’s jealousy 31.
• Lin Xu — Unrequited love interest in the original novel. In the altered storyline, Ning watches Jiang during the musical performance that originally helped kindle his interest in Lin 1 33.
• Yu He — Fellow contestant and Jiang’s friend. Yu’s closeness with Jiang repeatedly triggers Ning’s jealousy, particularly during the king-room vote and their Water Kingdom outing 24 37 38.
• Su Cheng — Unwanted suitor who expects a marriage alliance based on his family’s influence. Ning dismisses his entitlement and shows no interest in him 15 43 44.
• Su Guoli — Su family patriarch who attempts to introduce his grandson as a prospective partner. Ning politely but firmly leaves his birthday banquet 43 44.

Story Role / Major Arcs

First Encounters and Mutual Selection

• Jiang’s conspicuous staring and awkward request to touch Ning’s hand catch his attention. Ning initially thinks of keeping Jiang around as an amusing distraction from the show 2 3 4.
• During the introductory challenge, they choose each other for the quiz. Ning remembers Jiang’s answers, while Jiang learns Ning’s preferences and history of distrusting deliberate seduction 7 8 9 10.
• Jiang’s poetic first letter surprises Ning, who had expected a conventional thank-you note. Ning’s own message to Jiang reads, “Don’t look around” 11 12.

Water Kingdom and Hot Spring City

• Their floating-bed photoshoot brings them into physical closeness. When Jiang subsequently enters an unexpected heat, Ning provides the emergency temporary mark that begins their physiological connection 15 16 17.
• Ning becomes Jiang’s only Weibo follow and reacts badly to the possibility of Jiang sharing the resort’s king bed with someone else 21 22 24.
• Jiang’s vote campaign raises Ning from fourth place to first, winning them an overnight stay together. Ning renews the mark and cares for Jiang through the night 24 27 29 30.

Yacht Party and Fireworks Kiss

• On the yacht, Ning becomes curious about Jiang’s deprived upbringing and remains attentive to him during Lin Xu’s performance 32 33.
• At the Water Kingdom light show, Ning learns a legend promising lasting love to couples who kiss as the fireworks begin. After waiting for Jiang to act, he initiates a brief kiss at the corner of Jiang’s mouth 38 39 40.
• He also secretly obtains the large Little Wave plush Jiang had wanted but could not comfortably afford 39 41.

Filming Break and Domestic Closeness

• Before their three-day separation, Ning adds Jiang on WeChat. Jiang’s letter—“Meeting you is the only miracle in my life”—strengthens his resolve not to let him go 42.
• Ning rejects the Su family’s matchmaking overtures and calls Jiang by video, encouraging the intimate address “Big brother” 43 44.
• After Jiang’s home address is exposed, Ning takes him to his own home because he considers the existing security inadequate 46.
• Their private routine includes shared meals, renewed marking, and Ning leaving work unusually early. He stocks clothes and necessities for Jiang before they travel separately to resume filming in Lanqing 48 49 50.

Notable Quotes

“I choose Jiang Yumiao.” 9

“Don’t look around.” 12

“Every time I see him, I feel hungry.” 20

“Don’t cry. As long as you need me, of course I’m willing to mark you again.” 29