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A student at Huinan County No. 3 High School. Initially introverted and academically struggling, he undergoes a transformation after his grandfather's death, becoming a top student. In his past life, he was naively conservative and emotionally inexperienced, but has since undergone a rebirth with a more cynical and assertive perspective.

An attractive, popular, and outgoing student at Huinan County No. 3 High School. Known as an unofficial school beauty, she initiates a relationship with Yang Zheng and serves as the proactive partner. Eventually, she breaks up with Yang Zheng, citing his lack of initiative and rigid, old-fashioned views on intimacy.

The paternal grandfather who raised Yang Zheng. His death from cancer serves as the catalyst for Yang Zheng's academic turnaround. He urged Yang Zheng to study hard and go to college.

A 44-year-old domestic helper with five years of work experience. She is professional, kind-natured, and tidy, hired by Yang Zheng to manage his household cleaning and cooking.

The owner and lead designer of Dianjing Decoration. She is roughly 30 years old, remains youthful through good self-care, and is known for being fashionable, beautiful, and professionally sharp.

The owner of a local noodle shop. He is physically heavy, chatty, and known for gossiping with customers. He represents a cautionary figure regarding traditional views on relationships and the pitfalls of being a 'nice guy.'

Yang Zheng's childhood friend and a quintessential 'good girl.' She is surprised by Yang Zheng's sudden maturity and academic improvement, having remembered him as shy and academically underperforming.

Yang Zheng's mother. She is exceptionally strict, particularly regarding her son's education and behavior, viewing college students as children who should solely focus on their studies.

Yang Yahan's mother. She maintains a strict authoritative presence over her daughter's life, specifically prohibiting dating until graduation.

Yang Zheng's father. He employs a suppressive and critical parenting style, constantly belittling his son while demanding perfection. He is socially outgoing but emotionally cold and authoritarian toward his own son, adhering to outdated views on 'fatherly discipline.' He operates two small supermarkets.

A local teenager from Huinan with bright pink hair and heavy smoky makeup. She is bold, sassy, and possesses a Diamond 1 rank in League of Legends, frequently acting as the leader in her duo.

A local teenager from Huinan with dyed purple hair and a smoky makeup style. She has a 'dark' aesthetic, is more reserved and mysterious than her friend, and exhibits high-level mechanics and coordination in gameplay.

An acquaintance recently encountered by Yang Zheng, influencing his decision to alter his original plans.

An acquaintance recently encountered by Yang Zheng, influencing his decision to alter his original plans.

An early-career financial clerk working at a small firm. She is diligent and capable, possessing the latent potential to become a high-earning financial director. At this stage, she is inexperienced and lacks the polished, professional aura she will possess in later years.

An attractive and fashionable university student, widely considered a campus beauty. She is affluent and maintains an outgoing, confident demeanor. In a past life, she actively humiliated Yang Zheng after a debate club discussion.

A university student known for her tall and curvaceous figure. She projects a seemingly approachable image but emotionally manipulated the protagonist in his past life by orchestrating a false confession to engineer his public humiliation.

The business manager of the newly built Baichen Century Mansion. He is professional and polite, working under pressure to fill the largely vacant office building, and is surprised by Yang Zheng's intention to purchase an entire floor.

A real estate sales agent at the Chenxi Riverside compound. She is around 30 years old, professional and polished, though she feels slightly intimidated by Yang Zheng's sharp and authoritative negotiation style.

Yang Zheng's uncle. A savvy and somewhat opportunistic businessman who has a history of seeking real estate investment partnerships. He is persistent and often voices regrets or grievances regarding past missed investment opportunities with his brother, Yang Jiaxing.

Yang Jiaxing's younger brother. He is an entrepreneur currently seeking business advice regarding a potential land purchase deal near Hongxing Road.

Yang Yahan's mother. She tends to take advantage of her daughter's gentle and obedient nature, offloading household responsibilities onto her without acknowledging her daughter's own needs.

Yang Zheng's 72-year-old grandfather. He is physically robust, active despite his age, and enjoys hiking and playing Mahjong. He has significant personal wealth and has provided financial support to his children in the past.

Yang Zheng's eldest paternal uncle. He is tight-fisted and harbors deep-seated resentment toward his mother due to perceived past favoritism toward her younger son.

The eldest son of Yang Jiahe. He was gifted a property in the county town by his grandmother, an action that caused significant family friction.

The wife of Yang Jiawang.

Yang Zheng's maternal aunt and younger sister of Chen Yue.

Yang Zheng's eldest maternal aunt-in-law.

Yang Zheng's younger maternal aunt-in-law.

Yang Zheng's uncle, a banking official whom the extended family relies on for professional financial consultations and loan matters.

Yang Zheng's paternal grandmother. She resides in a rural area and is notorious for blatant favoritism, specifically favoring her youngest son and her eldest grandson, a behavior that has caused significant discord among her other children.

The wife of Yang Jiahe. She is observant and defensive, quick to intervene when she feels her husband is losing face or being disrespected by younger family members.

Yang Zheng's eldest maternal uncle. He typically takes a lecturing stance toward younger relatives, though Yang Zheng preemptively guards against his criticism.

The patriarch of the Chen family. He maintains a lighthearted demeanor and appreciates Yang Zheng's display of 'manliness' and alcohol tolerance.

The wife of Chen Lin. She accompanies her husband to family gatherings.

A Chinese actor, mentioned in the context of his starring role in a film.

A popular Chinese actress, known affectionately by her nickname 'Da Mimi'. She is mentioned as a co-star in a film Yang Zheng discusses.

The homeroom teacher of Class 324. He is a pragmatic instructor who, despite having common teaching flaws like favoring top students, remains deeply committed to his duty as an educator and genuinely cares about his students' futures.

A 22-year-old recent graduate and employee at Zhengrong Media. She proposed an aggressive livestreaming strategy involving challenging popular streamers to gain fame. She is assigned to manage Zhou Mei.

A 23-year-old gaming enthusiast and former unpaid stream moderator. He suggested a cosplay-centric strategy for livestreaming but struggled with the practical implementation. He is assigned to scout new talent.

A 25-year-old alumnus of Zhongchu University and former streamer/manager who joined Zhengrong Media. He demonstrated a sophisticated understanding of livestream operations, emphasizing the importance of character personas over technical skill. He is assigned to manage Zhang Feifei.

An employee at Zhengrong Media assigned to assist Wang Yifei with livestream operations.

An employee at Zhengrong Media assigned to assist Zhao Mengqi with livestream operations.

An employee at Zhengrong Media tasked with scouting new streamers.

An employee at Zhengrong Media tasked with scouting new streamers.

A real estate developer and native of Yangxi Village. He has a generally positive reputation and is seeking partners to acquire a significant tract of land on Hongxing Road.

A private butler in her 30s employed at the Deven Hotel. She provides personalized concierge services, including chauffeuring and guest assistance.

An arrogant and entitled viewer on the streaming platform who attempts to bully streamers into personal chats using financial leverage. He becomes aggressive and insulting when rejected by Zhou Mei.

Cheng Mengdie's mother, a self-made businesswoman with a net worth in the billions. She owns a chain of beauty salons and a cosmetics brand. Having been deceived by a man in her youth, she is highly protective and cunning, employing underhanded tactics to test her daughter's romantic interests.

Yang Zheng's paternal uncle. A relative who maintains a strained or distant relationship with Yang Zheng's immediate family.