Jiang Xun

Biodata

Background

Previous life

Jiang Xun originally came from a wealthy family and was a university senior preparing to graduate. After repeatedly revising his thesis and passing his defense, he celebrated by gaming all night and suffered sudden cardiac death. The Plot Collapse System subsequently bound itself to him and sent him into the harem novel What to Do When the Whole World Loves Me So Much 3 4.

Although uninterested in academics or business, he was exceptionally gifted in music. He specialized in piano and violin, won numerous awards, and held a solo piano recital at nine. His parents pushed him to compete; his own preference was a comfortable life with as little work as possible 15.

The original Jiang Xun

The body’s original owner was the Jiang family’s youngest biological son. A nanny switched him at birth with her own son, Jiang Zixing, then took him to a remote town. After the nanny had another child, Jiang Xun endured years of beatings, forced chores, and inadequate food. His adoptive father damaged his left ear and burned the area above his left eye with a fire poker 3 4.

The switch was exposed when the terminally ill nanny sought out Jiang Zixing. Reunited with his biological family, the original Jiang Xun found that Zixing remained their cherished son. His insecurity and resentment developed into hostility toward Zixing, while his family increasingly regarded him as malicious. Their belief that he had pushed Zixing down the stairs was later disproved: Zixing had fallen by himself 3 21.

Jiang Xun inherits the original owner’s memories but is a separate person. He consciously takes the abused boy’s side and resolves to live in his place. The family does not know that the original owner is already gone 4 43.

Appearance

Jiang Xun has delicate features resembling his mother’s, a slender build, and expressive, round eyes. His appearance changes substantially after he replaces the original owner’s styling and begins regular skincare 4 11 28 66.

• Initial appearance: Deep wheat-brown skin, a very thin frame, overlong bangs, and poorly coordinated designer clothing 4.
• Facial scar: Approximately three centimeters long, above the corner of his left eye; initially concealed by his bangs 4.
• Hands: Long, slender fingers, with rough skin and small scars left by the original owner’s years of labor 15 43.
• Later appearance: Short, styled black hair, fairer and smoother skin, and a composed bearing suited to formal gatherings and performances 66 82.
• At twenty-one: More refined features but little change in height, retaining a youthful appearance 157.
• During treatment: Becomes increasingly pale and thin, loses his hair during chemotherapy, and later begins growing it back 165 168.

Personality

Jiang Xun is irreverent, sharp-tongued, and unwilling to accept mistreatment quietly. Unlike the original owner, he responds to insults with sarcasm and retaliation rather than withdrawing into insecurity. He holds grudges, openly challenges his family’s favoritism, and can switch convincingly between apparent meekness and outright provocation 1 4 18 24.

Despite his talent, he enthusiastically embraces laziness. He rejects Jiang Huaijin’s offer to establish a company for him and sees little appeal in working simply to outshine Jiang Zixing. His polished public image as a courteous musical prodigy contrasts with his mischievous, spoiled behavior in private 105 106 117 157.

His scheming coexists with genuine affection. He grows protective of Lin Jian, cares for dogs, worries about Fu Yanli’s comfort, and comforts his family after his leukemia diagnosis. He is also sensitive to pain and to changes in his appearance, becoming distressed during postoperative recovery and chemotherapy-related hair loss 14 29 86 122 163 165.

• Fears: Snakes, centipedes, and similar crawling creatures; his fear of snakes stems from a childhood bite 8.
• Preferences: Sweets, spicy food, hotpot, and stinky tofu 21 42 127 144.
• Alcohol tolerance: Enjoys tasting and collecting liquor, but his inherited body becomes drunk even on low-alcohol fruit wine or a single glass of stronger liquor 14 91.
• Romantic boundaries: Initially resists Fu Yanli because he believes him to be married and refuses to become a homewrecker 71 78.

Abilities & Skills

Musical Talent

Jiang Xun retains the musical training and ability of his previous life 15.

• Specializes in piano and violin, with childhood competition experience and numerous awards 15.
• Plays Canon from memory while drunk, increasing the tempo to one-and-a-half and then twice its usual speed 48.
• Initially conceals his ability because it conflicts with the original owner’s impoverished upbringing; he later deliberately plays badly in front of Jiang Zixing 15 49 105.
• Transfers to A University’s Music Department, studies under Guan Nan, and wins major piano competitions 157.

Social Performance and Manipulation

Jiang Xun uses his knowledge of the novel, inherited memories, and acting ability to influence relationships and expose wrongdoing 4 17 21.

• Spreads fabricated stories about Chu Xingye to discourage Lin Jian’s interest in him 14 18.
• Warns Lin Jian against Ji Yuntian, drawing on his actual mistreatment while presenting himself as an aggrieved friend 25 60.
• Adds entries to the original owner’s diary in matching handwriting and plans for the family to discover it “by accident” 17.
• Predicts that a confrontation will prompt the family to question their driver, allowing him to clear the original owner of the staircase accusation 21.
• Can charm older relatives, business acquaintances, and children when he chooses 66.

Plot Collapse System

Jiang Xun communicates mentally with the system assistant Six-Six-Six. Its missions, points, and shop provide tools for disrupting the novel’s plot 3 33 71.

Improvised Self-Defense

Jiang Xun relies on surprise and available objects rather than documented formal combat training 1 152.

• Drives off Zhou Ruicheng and his lackeys with a mop soaked in toilet water 1.
• During the kidnapping, bites Ji Ming’s arm, frees himself, and takes Ji Ming hostage at knifepoint 152.
• Recognizes his physical limits: despite his anger at Fu Yanli, he admits he cannot beat him in a fight 97.

Equipment & Significant Items

• Original owner’s diary — Records roughly ten years of abuse and the disappointment following his return to the Jiang family. Its discovery changes the family’s understanding of his behavior 17 54 58.
• Fu Yanli’s watch — An expensive watch Jiang Xun acquires after drunkenly demanding that Fu Yanli “return” it; Fu Yanli allows him to keep it 14 18.
• Recording of Jiang Yongqiang — Evidence that Jiang Zixing had known the truth about his identity three years earlier. Jiang Xun obtains it from Fu Yanli and anonymously emails it to Jiang Huaijin 81 106.
• Green frog stress toy and plush — Carries the stress toy to Zhongyu Group and later takes the plush home with him from Fu Yanli’s apartment 81 116.

Relationships

• Fu Yanli — Host, protector, and eventual boyfriend. His attention initially confuses Jiang Xun, who resists his pursuit before openly acknowledging their relationship. Fu Yanli supports his music career and remains closely involved throughout his illness 13 71 86 131 141 163 167.
• Lin Jian — The novel’s original protagonist and the original owner’s friend. Jiang Xun initially interferes with his romances for the main mission but comes to regard him affectionately. Lin Jian later forms a relationship with Jiang Huaijin 1 14 60 160 161.
• Jiang Huaijin — Elder biological brother of the original owner. Initially hostile, he becomes remorseful after learning about the abuse, then increasingly protective. He is the best bone marrow match for Jiang Xun 10 54 116 124 164.
• Deng Shu — Biological mother of the original owner. Her affection is initially complicated by favoritism toward Zixing; learning the truth deepens her guilt and commitment to Jiang Xun. She later helps care for him during recovery 11 21 58 167.
• Jiang Shiyuan — Biological father of the original owner. His early criticism and favoritism give way to affection and pride, although Jiang Xun continues to challenge his authority 4 21 66 135 141.
• Jiang Zixing — The nanny’s son who received the original owner’s identity and upbringing. Jiang Xun distrusts his solicitous behavior, discovers his concealed dealings with Jiang Yongqiang, and exposes evidence of his prior knowledge of the switch 4 53 81 106.
• Chu Xingye — Nominal fiancé and mission target. Initially contemptuous of Jiang Xun, he becomes jealous and romantically interested as Jiang Xun grows closer to Fu Yanli. Jiang Xun eventually states that he no longer likes him 4 62 90 116 131.
• Ji Yuntian — One of Lin Jian’s original love interests. Alternates between tormenting and pursuing Jiang Xun, particularly by exploiting his fear of snakes. He later risks his life during the warehouse rescue 8 60 127 152.
• Bai Lian — Another original love interest of Lin Jian. Jiang Xun intervenes in his debt-collector encounter, later receives repayment from him, and remains acquainted with him after he becomes a successful model 33 35 69 158.
• Guan Nan — Internationally renowned piano master who accepts Jiang Xun as a student after his transfer to the Music Department 157.
• Sangbiao — Samoyed puppy Fu Yanli brings home for Jiang Xun to raise 71.

Story Role / Major Arcs

Notable Quotes

“I'd argue even if I were in the wrong. Why should I let you off when I'm right?” 21

“That's enough. Fu Yanli and I are in a proper relationship. It's not like I'm cheating.” 131

“Fu Yanli is my boyfriend. What's wrong with me living with him?” 141