Third Brother in the dormitory. Shen Yan is a hardworking student from a small town who relies on scholarships and part‑time jobs. He is cold, taciturn, and introverted. He does not enjoy social games and prefers the library. He is Xia Yiran’s boyfriend and cares for her but struggles to express his feelings. He becomes the target of Qin Qianqian’s advances; when she kisses him unexpectedly, he feels guilty and keeps it a secret to avoid hurting Su Wang. He notices the expensive watch given by Qin but does not make a fuss. He is sincere but insecure about his background, which makes him easily manipulated. He eventually makes up with Xia Yiran, but misunderstandings persist.
