World-Famous Paintings
Zhu Ming has always been told she’s beautiful—but not particularly bright. Growing up in her mother’s bustling flower shop, she learned early that charm and social graces matter more than book smarts. Yet, despite her striking looks, she remains painfully naive, struggling to navigate relationships, expectations, and her own quiet ambitions.
Now a college art student, Zhu Ming finds herself caught between two worlds: her mother’s sharp-tongued pragmatism, her father’s cynical advice ("*Don’t be too loyal—always keep your options open*"), and the intoxicating allure of Chen Sheng, a seemingly perfect boyfriend from a wealthy, cultured family. His promises of gallery exhibitions and artistic acclaim tempt her—but so do the whispers of doubt. Is Chen truly the golden opportunity her mother believes him to be? Or is there something darker beneath his polished charm?
As Zhu Ming grapples with love, self-worth, and the pressure to conform, she must confront the unsettling truth: the only thing harder than being underestimated is learning to trust herself.
