Xia Xiaonuan is an 18-tier actress and the original female lead of the novel. She appears innocent but is scheming. She agrees to Wen Tiantian's plan to seduce Gu Chujin for fame and resources. When caught, she pretends to be afraid and attempts to manipulate the situation by playing the victim. She also recognizes Fang Xuan yang and uses her connection with him to counter Wen Tiantian. She is calculating and skilled at acting, but her plans are thwarted by the new Wen Tiantian's swift actions.
