Huayu 2021: Isn’t he in the technology field?

Chapter 375 received high praise; the tormenting older sister.

On the television screen, the plot unfolds slowly as the opening theme song ends.

The opening scene is a dream of Zhu Yun, played by Zhang Jingyi, on an airplane.

The dream was bizarre and unsettling.

When she suddenly woke up, a trace of lingering fear remained in her eyes.

The plane landed, and she returned to her familiar city, the air filled with a faint sense of melancholy, as if everything had changed.

The camera follows Zhu Yun as she returns to her university campus, attempting to relive her past.

Familiar tree-lined paths, teaching buildings, and the corner of the library where I used to bury myself in my studies... every scene evokes a deeply buried memory.

Many viewers in the live chat have already recognized that this scene is from USTC (University of Science and Technology of China).

The scenes cleverly interweave flashbacks of the past, those moments that were both the most intense and the most painful for her and Li Xun.

The confrontation between the two was so intense that one could almost hear the sound of a heart breaking in the air.

Those who betray will go to hell!

The vows of the past still echoed in her ears, but in the end, Li Xun chose to step into hell alone, and pushed her away in the most hurtful way, coldly denying everything that had happened.

"I have never loved you."

Zhu Yun's eyes reddened; the pain of being torn apart, even after so many years, remained as clear as if it were yesterday.

The first small peak in comments appeared at this moment.

"Aaaaaah! They attacked me right at the start!"

"Zhu Yun's eyes are so expressive, I feel sorry for the princess."

"What should I do if I'm already feeling sad..."

The plot continues.

Zhu Yun and the gentle and refined Tian Xiuzhu returned to their hometown together.

Tian Xiuzhu's parents came to pick him up from the airport and were quite satisfied with him.

At the dinner table, the mother subtly hinted that Zhu Yun should consider marriage, revealing her approval of Tian Xiuzhu in her words.

However, Zhu Yun simply smiled politely and made it clear that she and Tian Xiuzhu were just friends and had no romantic feelings for each other.

She had no feelings for Tian Xiuzhu; her heart was already occupied by that arrogant yet vulnerable figure.

Meanwhile, Li Xun's storyline unfolds in parallel.

He took off the prison uniform he had worn for many years and threw it into the fire. The flames flickered, illuminating his resolute and cold profile, as if he wanted to burn away the past.

The next day, he changed into clean clothes and returned to the city.

He went straight to his old friend, Gao Jianhong, who is now the head of Jili Company.

The company was impressive, but Li Xun pointed out the emptiness behind its prosperity, revealing that it was nothing more than a copy of foreign games.

Facing Li Xun, Gao Jianhong's expression was complicated, filled with wariness and fear. He wanted to buy out the past with money, claiming that he did not want to have anything to do with Li Xun anymore.

Li Xun, however, coldly left behind that curse that ran throughout the entire story.

"Those who betray will pay the price."

As he turned to leave, his back view was resolute and aloof.

The comments section exploded again.

"Gao Jianhong, how dare you?!"

"Li Xun's eyes are killing me! Even though he's down on his luck, he still has an aura of immense power!"

"A buzz cut is the only true test of good looks, Jiang Qing is so handsome!"

"Here he comes! The king has returned! Time to get things done!"

……

The plot continues.

Hou Ning, a friend Li Xun met in prison, found him and was eager to follow him to make a comeback.

But Li Xun seemed to have other ideas; he showed a sense of alienation from the city.

However, when he inadvertently saw Zhu Yun and Tian Xiuzhu walking into a restaurant side by side on the street, chatting and laughing, he stopped in his tracks, and the shop window reflected his momentarily darkened eyes.

He ultimately did not go in, choosing instead to silently turn and leave.

Just then, Zhu Yun noticed a familiar figure flashing past the window. She hurriedly chased after it and bumped into Hou Ning, who had come to collect money for Li Xun.

Due to a misunderstanding, Hou Ning snatched the money that Zhu Yun was going to return to Li Xun and ran away. Zhu Yun chased after him, eager to find out about Li Xun's current situation.

Just as they were struggling, Li Xun returned.

The atmosphere solidified instantly.

Tian Xiuzhu considerately stepped aside, leaving some space.

Looking at the person in front of her, whom she had longed for day and night and who caused her so much pain, Zhu Yun had a thousand words stuck in her chest, but in the end, they all turned into a cautious expression of concern.

"When did you come out?"

Li Xun's face was colder than the winter wind; he deliberately armed himself with the most hurtful words.

"It's over between us. Who you're with from now on has nothing to do with me."

The words and phrases were like icicles, piercing Zhu Yun's body until she was completely bruised.

He left resolutely again, leaving Zhu Yun standing there, her tears finally streaming down her face.

The live chat was filled with wailing and anger!
"Li Xun, you big jerk! Why did you say such a thing!"

"He clearly still cares! Look at his clenched fists!"

"Waaaaah, Princess, don't cry! Mommy's going to hug you!"

"Abusing your wife may feel good for a moment, but chasing her back will be a nightmare! Li Xun, you'll remember that!"

However, the footage revealed that Li Xun was saying one thing but meaning another.

When he was alone, he would lean against the wall of his rented, shabby room, and with his eyes closed, all he could think about were the little things he had shared with Zhu Yun in the past.

Her radiant smile, her unwavering devotion, and the broken look in her eyes at their final parting... pain and longing nearly overwhelmed him.

He hadn't truly let go; he was burdened by a heavy past and a determination for revenge, and he believed that pushing her away was the best way to protect her.

Zhu Yun, who was also deeply hurt by love, said "You are much better than him" and "He is a jerk, it's good to end things" when faced with Tian Xiuzhu's gentle advice. However, her shifty eyes and feigned relaxed tone revealed that she was not being sincere.

Her heart had already belonged to Li Xun, the one who had spoken such harsh words.

The following plot cleverly uses flashbacks to bring back memories of their university days when they first met.

The registration process for new students is busy yet full of vitality.

It all started when Zhu Yun first encountered Li Xun, a blond-haired, arrogant and unruly young man, upon entering the university.

In class, when the teacher called roll, the first name called was "Li Xun," but no one answered.

Between roll calls, the boy with dazzling blond hair and an arrogant and unruly demeanor finally arrived late, walking into the classroom as if no one else was there, instantly attracting everyone's attention, including Zhu Yun's.

They bumped into each other in the cafeteria, and Zhu Yun mistakenly sat in Li Xun's seat, creating an awkward yet funny scene.

In the dormitory building, because Gao Jianhong's parents came to visit, Zhu Yun delivered a room key to Li Xun on Gao Jianhong's behalf, and the two crossed paths again, which was teased by their roommates as "good luck with love".

In class, the teacher announced that Li Xun was the top scorer in the college entrance examination in physics, which caused an uproar among the students, who gained a new understanding of this maverick genius.

In order to complete the attendance task, Fang Shumiao, who was elected as the class monitor, dragged Zhu Yun to win over Li Xun, who never attended morning or evening self-study sessions.

Zhu Yun reluctantly went to find Li Xun and witnessed him reject wave after wave of confessions. She was also "humiliated" by him with a programming game. She was so angry that she cursed him as a "scumbag" in her heart, but she couldn't help but admire his talent.

In an attempt to decipher the computer virus set up by Li Xun, Zhu Yun sought help from her senior classmates and teachers, but all her efforts were in vain.

Zhu Yun's competitive spirit kicked in, and she stayed up all night researching, eventually solving the problem with Li Xun's help.

"Zhu Yun is so persistent!"

"Li Xun is so bad, but I love him so much!"

"This virus is something else, haha!"

"The class representative isn't someone to be trifled with!"

The comments section was filled with laughter.

The tension between the two was palpable, with one pressing forward relentlessly while the other silently tried to keep up.

At the party, someone publicly confessed their love to Li Xun but failed. However, Zhu Yun's stand-up comedy routine, which veiledly criticized Li Xun as a "golden retriever," unexpectedly won Li Xun's applause.

Even more shockingly, Li Xun then confessed his feelings to Zhu Yun backstage, causing a stir among the audience and thrusting Zhu Yun into the spotlight.

The nickname "Little Piggy" and the rumors spread throughout the campus. Zhu Yun was speechless and had to go to the radio station to clarify, but to little avail.

"Here comes the iconic scene! Completely aboveboard!"

"Li Xun is too good! Nobody can stand up to him!"

"Zhu Yun looks so cute when she's confused!"

"The entire internet is searching for who Little Piggy is!"

In a series of hilarious and absurd exchanges, the two become increasingly entangled.

The fourth episode ends abruptly with Li Xun's investment in Ren Di's band. All of Li Xun's character traits were fully displayed in the initial encounter.

"Blonde Li Xun is so cute!"

"Hahaha, a socially fatal scene!"

"A perfect score in the college entrance exam physics?! That's a true genius!"

"In reality, Jiang Shen scored full marks in math, physics, and chemistry on the college entrance exam, and even exceeded the syllabus!"

"With that look and that aura, even I'd be confused if I imagined Zhu Yun as her!"

……

Countless viewers were left wanting more, eagerly anticipating what would happen next.

In just over two hours, the online world had already exploded with excitement.

The official Weibo account of "Ignite Me, Warm You" has been releasing a series of good news: the show's popularity exceeded 9,000 within ten minutes of its premiere and 10,000 within twenty minutes, setting a new platform record! After all four episodes have aired, the peak popularity reached 12,000, setting a new record for the highest popularity on Kuzi Video!
Jiang Qingjin

"Little Piggy"

"Fate's Cycle"

"Ignite the fidelity to the original story"

……

Several related terms quickly climbed to the top of the trending searches, and the topic became the most discussed on Weibo.

The ranking of the "Ming Yun Xun Huan" CP super topic skyrocketed like a rocket, gaining more than 500,000 fans in just two hours and directly jumping to the top of the list!
On platforms like Douyin and Bilibili, various story clips, reaction videos, and character mashups have sprung up like mushrooms after rain, with the hashtag #IgniteMeWarmYou# firmly occupying the top spot on Douyin's trending topics!

Just as Li Yitong predicted when she made the bet with Jiang Qing, "Ignite Me, Warm You" achieved explosive initial success.

It was even better than he had expected.

In the hotel room, Zhang Jingyi sat cross-legged on the bed, her eyes glued to the data on the tablet, her cheeks flushed with excitement.

She grabbed her phone and eagerly dialed Jiang Qing's number.

The call was connected almost instantly.

"Jiang Qing! Jiang Qing! Did you see that? Our drama has surpassed 10,000 views! It's trending on several hot searches!"

Her voice trembled slightly with excitement, like a happy little bird.

On the other end of the phone, Jiang Qing's voice came through, sounding much calmer than her usual excitement.

"Yes, got it."

The background noise on his end was extremely quiet, and Zhang Jingyi was too excited to notice.

"Your reaction is way too calm!"

Zhang Jingyi couldn't help but pout and scold.

"This is the result of our hard work over several months! Can't you act a little happier?" She listened carefully to the voice on the other end of the microphone and suddenly sensed something was off.

"Huh? It's so quiet over there... Your breathing sounds a bit heavy? What are you doing? Are you still working?"

"Yes, there are some work-related matters that need to be taken care of."

Jiang Qing's voice sounded somewhat muffled.

"We'll discuss this in more detail tomorrow. I need to take care of some work first."

"Oh fine……"

Although Zhang Jingyi was still not satisfied, she didn't want to delay his business, so she reluctantly hung up the phone, her attention quickly drawn to more online discussions.

However, the living room of the Lijing Villa presents a completely different scene.

Jiang Qing put down her phone and looked down at what was in front of her.

Li Yitong looked up, her pretty face flushed, a triumphant smile gleaming in her charming crescent-shaped eyes, and a hint of ambiguous moisture on her lips.

She deliberately licked the corner of her lips, her expression both alluring and provocative.

"Is Dr. Jiang frightened?"

Her tone was soft and delicate, with a breathy quality that was incredibly alluring.

"I never expected Dr. Jiang to be so nervous. It's just a young girl on the phone."

Jiang Qing gave a helpless smile.

"Sister Yitong, you're really...too naughty."

He reached out and pulled her up from her kneeling position on the carpet.

Li Yitong used his strength to get up, snuggled into his arms, poked his chest with her finger, and chuckled softly.

"Hmph, who told you to win my bet? You were right! Now, I have to grant you one request, anything goes~"

She deliberately dragged out her words, her eyes sparkling with the captivating charm of an older sister.

"Big winner, aren't you feeling smug now? Hmm?"

Jiang Qing couldn't help but chuckle as she looked at her charmingly wicked act of turning the tables and accusing the villain first.

He pulled his arms closer, encircling her tightly.

"I wouldn't say I'm proud, but... Teacher Li, have you forgotten that you were the one who proposed the bet first?"

"Pah, who forgot! I've already lost, can't I at least have a good chat?"

Li Yitong laughed and punched him lightly, but didn't deny it, and leaned comfortably in his arms.

My mouth feels a little sore~

She hummed softly.

"Thank you for your hard work, Sister Yitong."

Jiang Qing lifted her chin, looking at her glistening red lips with a mischievous smile.

"Tch~ You're pretending to be serious again! There are no outsiders here. When you're being intimate with other people, don't you always call her Tongtong?"

Li Yitong squirmed in Jiang Qing's arms, expressing her dissatisfaction.

Jiang Qing shook his head helplessly and leaned close to her ear.

"Tongtong, stop fooling around."

"Mmm~ I'm very well-behaved."

Li Yitong squinted her crescent-shaped eyes in satisfaction and rubbed against his chest.

Jiang Qing looked at the adorable little devil in his arms and affectionately stroked the back of her hair.

The older sister's charm is indeed irresistible.

That's amazing!

As midnight approached, the official Weibo account for the lighter also released its final data.

The first four episodes of Yunhe Data's broadcast garnered a total of 2.63 million views, achieving a market share of over 27%, a remarkable achievement that far exceeded expectations.

Fans spread the news excitedly, creating a lively scene.

The premiere of "Ignite Me, Warm You" has generated a lot of buzz, not only captivating audiences but also sparking in-depth analysis and discussion within the industry.

The following morning, several well-known film and television critics, screenwriters, and producers posted articles on social media platforms such as Weibo, analyzing from a professional perspective the main reasons why the series was able to achieve such a successful start.

Veteran screenwriter Wang Liping published a lengthy article: "The most crucial factor in the successful premiere was the respect for the original work. The adaptation did not fall into the trap of drastic changes, but rather accurately captured the core essence of the story. The emotional development of Li Xun and Zhu Yun's characters was fully preserved, which made fans of the original work feel the utmost sincerity."

Renowned film critic Tan Fei focused on the casting: "It must be said that the casting team behind Ignite has a keen eye. Zhang Jingyi is the embodiment of Zhu Yun, perfectly capturing the complex mix of a refined lady's temperament and stubbornness. Jiang Qing, on the other hand, exceeded expectations. He not only portrayed Li Xun's arrogance and genius, but more importantly, he gave the character a clean and pure quality, making Li Xun a more three-dimensional character."

Lin Xiaoman, a drama series research expert, analyzed from the perspective of adaptation strategy: "The smartest adaptation is the optimization of Li Xun's character. Some of Li Xun's scumbag behaviors in the original work are reasonably downplayed in the drama, and replaced with a more focused and affectionate image. This is not a simple whitewashing, but to make the character more in line with the aesthetics of today's audience, while also conveying a healthier view of love. Such an adaptation retains the character's sharpness while avoiding unnecessary controversy."

These professional analyses resonated widely, and the hashtag #IgniteMeWarmYouAdaptationSuccessfully# subsequently trended on social media.

Fans of the original work expressed their surprise and delight in the comments section.

"Finally, a TV adaptation that doesn't ruin the original work!"

"The TV series moved me even more than the novel; the relationship between Li Xun and Zhu Yun was even purer and more touching!"

"Thanks to the screenwriter for preserving the essence of the original work and making the characters even more well-rounded!"

Viewers especially appreciated the adjustment to Li Xun's character.

"I really like the TV series version of Li Xun. He is still proud and unruly, but he is more focused on his feelings."

"Jiang Qing portrayed Li Xun's arrogance without his roguishness; she really nailed the balance!"

"This is the kind of male protagonist we want to see: strong but not arrogant, affectionate but not promiscuous."

Zhang Jingyi's portrayal of Zhu Yun has been praised as "perfectly recreating the princess image in the book," with comments such as "her smile brightens the whole world, and her tears break your heart."

Jiang Qing has been dubbed "the chosen one Li Xun," with comments like "From appearance to temperament, he is Li Xun himself" and "Jiang Qing's blonde hairstyle has reached godlike status!"

As the discussion deepened, many industry insiders began to compare "Ignite Me, Warm You" with "The Beginning".

Although most opinions believe that "Ignite Me, Warm You" is unlikely to replicate the phenomenal popularity of "The Beginning," which garnered nationwide attention, there is almost unanimous agreement that the show is outstanding in the idol drama genre.

Producer Wu Feng wrote: "Ignite Me may not become a nationwide hit like Beginning, but it is undoubtedly one of the most successful idol dramas in recent years. Its success proves the importance of a good story, good production, and good actors, and sets a new benchmark for the industry."

Director Lin Yufen also shared the topic and commented: "The success of 'Ignite Me' is worth celebrating. It shows how an excellent creative team should approach IP adaptation. It's about respecting the essence of the original work while daring to make adjustments that conform to the rules of film and television. Jiang Qing and Zhang Jingyi's performances added a lot to the series, and their chemistry was one of the keys to the series' success."

Amidst these positive reviews, the show's ratings continued to rise.

According to data from Yunhe, "Ignite Me, Warm You" garnered over 3 million views across the internet within 12 hours of its release.

On Kuzi Video, the show's popularity score remained above 12000, setting a new record for the platform.

Evening, at Lijing Villa.

Jiang Qing has just finished a video conference.

Li Yitong came out of the kitchen carrying a fruit platter and placed it on the coffee table.

"Did you check your phone? Your Li Xun is trending again."

She smiled and handed Jiang Qing a piece of apple.

"Everyone is praising you as the chosen one, Li Xun."

Jiang Qing accepted the fruit and smiled slightly.

"The audience has been very kind to us."

He read the comments, but the biggest contributor should actually be Thirteen, as he was the one who put in the effort for the script.

Li Yitong sat down next to him and picked up her phone to look at the reviews.

"But to be honest, this adaptation is really successful. I specifically read the original novel, and all of Li Xun's messy romantic relationships have been deleted and changed, making the character more focused and affectionate. This adjustment is very clever."

"Yes."

Jiang Qing nodded in agreement.

"The plot highlights Li Xun's genius and focus, while downplaying some of his more negative traits. After all, film and television adaptations need to consider their social impact."

Li Yitong seemed lost in thought.

"This decision is correct. Audiences now prefer to see devoted and affectionate male leads rather than womanizing playboys."

She suddenly laughed.

"But your blonde look in the show was really eye-catching, both cool and handsome."

Jiang Qing twitched the corner of her mouth.

"That was just for the role; in real life, I still prefer black hair."

"I know, I know, Dr. Jiang is the most low-key."

Li Yitong smiled and teased, blinking her charming crescent-shaped eyes.

Just then, Jiang Qing's phone rang; it was a video call invitation from Zhang Jingyi.

He answered the phone, and Zhang Jingyi's excited smiling face appeared on the screen.

"Jiang Qing, have you seen those comments online?"

Zhang Jingyi's voice was clear and bright, her joy evident in her words.

"My agent just said that we've already received several scripts, hehe..."

Jiang Qing saw her charming smile and smiled along with her.

"The princess is indeed remarkable."

"No, it's because you took good care of her."

Although Zhang Jingyi said this, she deliberately made a smug expression on her face.

"It's so easy to get into character when acting with you; you are Li Xun himself."

"Yes, that's true."

Jiang Qing nodded seriously, which made the girl on the other side of the screen giggle.

The two chatted casually for a few more minutes. After they finished, Jiang Qing put down his phone and noticed that Li Yitong was staring at him with an ambiguous smile.

"Jingyi is a very cute girl."

Li Yitong curled her red lips.

"You're both dedicated actors with great personalities. The chemistry between you two in the drama is amazing!"

Jiang Qing naturally understood the teasing in her words.

"Sister Yitong, are you jealous?"

He lowered his head and kissed the tip of her eyebrow.

Li Yitong raised an eyebrow.

"Do I seem like such a petty person? This is just an objective assessment."

She had barely finished speaking when she couldn't help but cover her mouth with a laugh.

"It seems so~"

Jiang Qing smiled and reached out to touch her chin.

"Ugh, I'm the older sister!"

Li Yitong slapped his hand away in dissatisfaction, but the next second she grabbed that big hand and played with it.

The two looked at each other and smiled, feeling the intimacy between them.

With the release of more professional analyses, the success of "Ignite" is no longer just the success of a TV series, but is regarded as a typical case of IP adaptation, providing valuable experience for the industry.

A consensus is emerging amidst all the discussions.

"Ignite Me, Warm You" may not be able to replicate the nationwide popularity of "The Beginning," but it is destined to become one of the most successful idol dramas of the year.

(End of this chapter)