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This chapter opens the door a little more to Xiao Qiu’s upbringing. It, hopefully, answers some questions about why she seems mature for her age. I think I’m a little torn between understanding her dad’s actions in this chapter and supporting Xiao Qiu for following in his footsteps. Then again, this chapter setups up nicely for some more time with Li Chuan. 🙂
Xiao Qiu’s feisty spirit is clearly something that Li Chuan falls for, but it certainly makes things a lot more difficult for him. He tries to be Prince Charming, but sometimes he just runs into a wall with Xiao Qiu. I do have to say, Xuan Yin (the author) really likes to choose random references. I did not enjoy translating the songs/poems…etc in this chapter at all…
Mmmm…if a guy, such a perfect guy, made me clam chowder with a secret recipe. I’d be pretty happy too. 😉 And let’s see how much more awesome Li Chuan gets…
Made it back in one piece! Managed not to fall off a cliff to bring you another chapter where Xiao Qiu gets a glimpse into Li Chuan’s world.
When you see this post, Future Me will be trekking through the wilderness in some far off country. I wanted to leave you guys with a chapter to tide your over before I left. So, sorry if there are any huge glaring mistakes as Present Me is rushing around getting ready before my flight. I will be sure to edit them once I get back…Unless my super duper awesome editor gets to this chapter before it’s posted. No picture for now! 🙁
I like how we (and Xiao Qiu) gets a little more of a glimpse into Li Chuan’s world. I must say, it’s a pretty glamorous one.
No Li Chuan in this chapter, sadly. However, it gives a glimpse into how much Xiao Qiu cares for him. She’s not one to wear her emotions on her sleeves, but the fact that he basically disappears does take a toll on her. It’s clear that she has fallen hard for him. Why he avoids her despite him also liking her that much is still unclear at this point, but will become a much larger hurdle in the future.
What a doozy chapter 8 was. Things slow down a bit here in chapter 9 as it starts the next part of the novel. I have to say, I feel a little sorry for Xiu Yue. He’s trying so hard, and it’s not like he isn’t accomplished himself. It’s just that no one can compete with Li Chuan. Especially in Xiao Qiu’s eyes.
As a side note, I now have an editor who will be going over the previous chapters. So if there are little discrepancies right now, that’s why. Also, apologies, the translations will also be coming a little slower for these next few weeks as I will be traveling. But fear not, I will be back soon enough to bring you more of Li Chuan!
If you haven’t had Yunnan Crossing the Bridge Noodles (云南过桥米线), please try them. They are my favorite type of noodles and I have, sadly, yet to find a good authentic place near where I live now. It made me pretty happy to see them appear so many times in this novel…It also resulted in a hangry translator…But, if you are anywhere near a Yunnan restaurant offering them, or Yunnan itself, I urge you to go as soon as possible. You won’t regret it.
Anyway, I digress…
It’s clear that Li Chuan is a very private person who doesn’t let his guard down easily. But here comes a high-spirited Xiao Qiu who isn’t afraid to poke of him, to stand her ground against him, and to love him despite his disability. Resulting in him letting her into his life and his heart.
As promised, things speed up and start getting hotter in this chapter. Honestly, I was completely surprised the first time I read the novel. Did not expect things would move so fast. How many times had Li Chuan and Xiao Qiu interacted with each other before this chapter? Who knew an invitation to go swimming would turn into something else entirely? 😉
Phew…this was the longest chapter yet. It’s clear, in this chapter, that Li Chuan has feelings for Xiao Qiu and vice versa. Of course it helps that he takes the initiative…a lot. 😀 Things will be heading down the fast track soon after this chapter, hold on tight.
A big secret is revealed. Unfortunately, the novel is from Xiao Qiu’s point of view and we can’t really see what Li Chuan is thinking. For that matter, Xiao Qiu’s feelings are already hard to discern. It’s clear she’s slowly falling for this handsome gentleman, but her personality is quite different from someone like Xiao Ye and her feelings are mainly kept inside.
Upon watching trailers again, I can’t help but feel the drama is going to disappoint. No one can compare to the Li Chuan already formed in my head, though I’m sure Godfrey Gao will give him a run for his money. Just being prepared is all…