A fake breakup that becomes a real reunion, 1v1, happy ending. The top loses his memory early on. Mutual pining, in huge bold letters, and a ton of flashbacks.
Single-minded, cool bottom (Pei Zhuo) × beautiful top who can't let go (Jiang Ningye)
[Blurb 1]
In their youthful days, dressed in finery and riding spirited horses, Pei Zhuo and Jiang Ningye passed a stage where a play about two men tying their hair together as a married couple was being performed.
Jiang Ningye asked, innocent and curious: "What is the relationship between those two?"
Pei Zhuo kept a straight face and answered with certainty: "They're close friends and classmates."
Many years after they parted, His Highness the Prince Jing, now with his memories gone, narrowed his phoenix eyes. "Every storybook says that you and I are close friends."
Pei Zhuo: "That's not..."
Jiang Ningye hooked a finger around his and tied their locks of hair together, looking innocent. "...Is this what close friends do?"
Pei Zhuo: "..."
[Blurb 2]
Everyone in the realm knows that His Highness the Prince Jing, born to a life of wealth and privilege, once suffered a serious illness and is now nothing but a handsome wastrel who idles away his days.
Only Pei Zhuo knows the truth. The year he placed first in the imperial examinations, he personally forced Jiang Ningye to drink a bowl of poisoned wine by the Dragon-Locking Pool in the imperial city.
Beneath the moonlight that night, in a dream of golden grain, he remembers that man saying:
"There have never been gods in this world. There's only a filthy statue of the Dragon God. I'll tear off its head and show you."
"A Zhuo, there are things in this world you cannot do, and people you cannot save."
"The gods say it cannot be done, but I insist on doing it."
"With the Dragon God above us and fate made clear, I will still seek justice for you and for everyone."
One day, the rivers will run clear and the seas will be calm, and peace will reign. They will brew tea with spring water and drink together among the hills.
Someone is still waiting for him, by the eastern hedge, where he can see the southern mountain.
[Reading Guide]
1. Both the top's and bottom's points of view appear, with slightly more from the bottom's perspective.
2. The title comes from Tao Yuanming's poem "Drinking Wine."
3. A serious ensemble cast, entirely fictional setting, please don't overthink it. No allegories, so don't be sensitive.
4. This is a labor of love. Don't pick fights.
Theme: To repay your kindness, I would raise my jade-inlaid sword and die for you
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(Long comment with added words) When I accidentally opened "Jian Nanshan", it was still early spring, but by the time I finished reading, it was already the scorching heat of midsummer. This time I read very slowly for the first time. I really couldn't bear to end the story, let alone say goodbye to those young people. I have wanted to write a long review for it from the very beginning. When I start writing now, I think of all these things again. It seems that I can still smell the smell that has been lingering in this article. The first smell is bitter, but after tasting it carefully, what stays in my heart is actually sweet, light but not greasy, which makes it last long. Carrying the heavy responsibility of their family and country, the young people always carry high spirits and enthusiasm. I really like Shu Huan's description of group portraits, it's very touching. Even in the most difficult times, there is always a smile on every face, and you work hard to live energetically, for the hope in your heart, and for the people standing around you. At this time, accompanied by the chirping of birds and the chirping of cicadas outside the window, I could vaguely see Pei Zhuo with a faint smile and Jiang Ningye shaking a folding fan at the side. The two of them stood side by side under the tree. They no longer saw the bumpy road and blood stains on their bodies. The sun cast mottled light and shadow on their bodies. In front of them was the long-lost peace and carelessness, and the world was clear and clear. When I was reading, I often couldn't bear to see Pei Zhuo living too tired and hard. I felt sorry for his rough life when he was young, for his ignorance of his age but shouldering everything, for being kicked out of his home without being able to defend himself, and for the fact that he personally fed his lover to drink poisoned wine in the Dragon Temple... He obviously doesn't have to bear all these and just be a young man quietly studying and practicing calligraphy in Canglin Academy, but from beginning to end, Pei Zhuo has never regretted it. A person who seems to be indifferent to everything is the most hot. Fortunately, there is always someone beside Pei Zhuo who is willing to accompany him all the time. Even if he changes his fate against fate, he still wants to seek justice for him. It was only when he was by Jiang Ningye's side that Pei Zhuo finally gained some popularity, and with the help of his drunkenness, he could say, "You are mine." In contrast to the deserted Pei Zhuo, Jiang Ning is more lively. This also allows him to always jump out of the heavy atmosphere, a bright color in the gray between the lines. When they first met, Jiang Ning also put a delicate flower in Pei Zhuo's hair. Isn't it just a little trick to attract the attention of the person he likes when he was young? It was playful and had the unique cuteness of young people. From that moment on, Pei Zhuo, along with the clear and cold smell on his body, was destined to be integrated into Jiang Ningye's bloodline forever. I especially like the scene in Canglin Academy. It seems that I can always see Jiang Ning staring at Pei Zhuo who is reading silently with a smile. He was full of vitality, accompanying Pei Zhuo, joking and joking, with his thoughts ready to move. When I read the fragments of studying when I was young, I can always be warmed up from time to time. I think Pei Zhuo should be the same, and he is constantly healed and redeemed by Jiang Ning. As an adult, Jiang Ning also lost her memory, but her feelings remained. Because of this, the moment she learned the truth was the most painful and unforgettable. Shu Huan did not focus on the description here, but when I read this, I was still stung by the large blank space and took a breath. Two people who could be happily together were overwhelmed by the heavy burden on their shoulders. They rarely talk about their love, but when their lives are at stake, they both choose to die for each other without hesitation. The young man is lonely and brave, so he has nothing to fear from death. Fortunately, when everything calms down and the river is clear and the sea is clear, my lover is still there. After reading the last word of the text, I let out a long breath. I wanted to thank Shu Huan and thank you for this story.
In Dostoyevsky's "Youth", he wrote, "Youth are just teenagers. They are not happy when they see the spring breeze, they are not annoyed when they see the summer cicadas, they are not sad when they see the autumn wind, they don't sigh when they see the winter snow, they are too lazy to notice when they are surrounded by wealth, and they dare not face injustice and injustice, just because they are teenagers." I don't know how many years ago I read it, but I really like this book. I was attracted to this book from the first time I saw the name through a recommendation. After I failed in the school monthly exam, I relied on this book to spend that time. Later, when I was preparing for the midterm exam, I worked very hard thinking about Ah Zhuo and Xiang Wei. I still read this book from time to time. I long for the people in Canglin Academy. I yearn for the people who have not changed my heart for many years. Of course, it is not just them, but also Han Jin, who is nostalgic for the flowers but never gives up. He only hopes that his old friend will have a healthy life. Just like what is written in the book, "The youthfulness of the past has faded, but the face of the past can still be recognized." No matter when and where, there are always people who still remember it. The one who has the deepest impact is Li Qiuran, the eldest princess of Yuanxia, a character who only appears in the extra chapter, but runs through the entire story. I like her freedom. She will not be restricted to a small house just because of her royal status. She has her own world in her heart. The encounter with Jiang Ningye's father is really the beginning of a modern idol drama. The book also vividly displays the youthful love between teenagers. PS. First time writing a long review
I will continue to support my wife's works in the future! Treasure found! The writing is elegant and not showy, the group portraits of the teenagers are very full, and I like the characters very much! I just feel like there could be more focus on the climax, the plot moves a little too fast, and I'm still not satisfied with the truth-revealing plot that I've been looking forward to for a long time (but it's just my own idea, and I respect my wife's control of the story). I wish my wife will continue to make progress, and I wish that I will always have good articles to read! Tie Tie (=?ω?)?
(Long comment with added words) When I accidentally opened "Jian Nanshan", it was still early spring, but by the time I finished reading, it was already the scorching heat of midsummer. This time I read very slowly for the first time. I really couldn't bear to end the story, let alone say goodbye to those young people. I have wanted to write a long review for it from the very beginning. When I start writing now, I think of all these things again. It seems that I can still smell the smell that has been lingering in this article. The first smell is bitter, but after tasting it carefully, what stays in my heart is actually sweet, light but not greasy, which makes it last long. Carrying the heavy responsibility of their family and country, the young people always carry high spirits and enthusiasm. I really like Shu Huan's description of group portraits, it's very touching. Even in the most difficult times, there is always a smile on every face, and you work hard to live energetically, for the hope in your heart, and for the people standing around you. At this time, accompanied by the chirping of birds and the chirping of cicadas outside the window, I could vaguely see Pei Zhuo with a faint smile and Jiang Ningye shaking a folding fan at the side. The two of them stood side by side under the tree. They no longer saw the bumpy road and blood stains on their bodies. The sun cast mottled light and shadow on their bodies. In front of them was the long-lost peace and carelessness, and the world was clear and clear. When I was reading, I often couldn't bear to see Pei Zhuo living too tired and hard. I felt sorry for his rough life when he was young, for his ignorance of his age but shouldering everything, for being kicked out of his home without being able to defend himself, and for the fact that he personally fed his lover to drink poisoned wine in the Dragon Temple... He obviously doesn't have to bear all these and just be a young man quietly studying and practicing calligraphy in Canglin Academy, but from beginning to end, Pei Zhuo has never regretted it. A person who seems to be indifferent to everything is the most hot. Fortunately, there is always someone beside Pei Zhuo who is willing to accompany him all the time. Even if he changes his fate against fate, he still wants to seek justice for him. It was only when he was by Jiang Ningye's side that Pei Zhuo finally gained some popularity, and with the help of his drunkenness, he could say, "You are mine." In contrast to the deserted Pei Zhuo, Jiang Ning is more lively. This also allows him to always jump out of the heavy atmosphere, a bright color in the gray between the lines. When they first met, Jiang Ning also put a delicate flower in Pei Zhuo's hair. Isn't it just a little trick to attract the attention of the person he likes when he was young? It was playful and had the unique cuteness of young people. From that moment on, Pei Zhuo, along with the clear and cold smell on his body, was destined to be integrated into Jiang Ningye's bloodline forever. I especially like the scene in Canglin Academy. It seems that I can always see Jiang Ning staring at Pei Zhuo who is reading silently with a smile. He was full of vitality, accompanying Pei Zhuo, joking and joking, with his thoughts ready to move. When I read the fragments of studying when I was young, I can always be warmed up from time to time. I think Pei Zhuo should be the same, and he is constantly healed and redeemed by Jiang Ning. As an adult, Jiang Ning also lost her memory, but her feelings remained. Because of this, the moment she learned the truth was the most painful and unforgettable. Shu Huan did not focus on the description here, but when I read this, I was still stung by the large blank space and took a breath. Two people who could be happily together were overwhelmed by the heavy burden on their shoulders. They rarely talk about their love, but when their lives are at stake, they both choose to die for each other without hesitation. The young man is lonely and brave, so he has nothing to fear from death. Fortunately, when everything calms down and the river is clear and the sea is clear, my lover is still there. After reading the last word of the text, I let out a long breath. I wanted to thank Shu Huan and thank you for this story.
Ah Nian and Lan Ze will always be wanton young men
After the second brushing, scatter flowers!
I've finished reading it, and I'm spreading flowers. I hope Xiao Zhuo and A Jiang will be together for a long time.
After two or three years, I picked up this book and read it again in the past two days. Woohoo, I still love group portraits. Little Pei Anian will last forever, and the remaining babies in the school will also have a good time 😭😭😭
It's really sad to watch Boyhood again after watching it 555555
Ahhhhhh, jealous, so cute