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Chu Yang recounts his past, where he was a devoted boyfriend to Su Lingxue for two and a half years, only to be cheated on and dumped. Reborn, he is determined to make her regret her actions. Su Lingxue initiates another breakup, focusing on her studies, but Chu Yang quickly dismisses her, shocking her with his changed demeanor. He then strategically approaches Li Qingshu, a top student, asking for her help with his studies, claiming he wants to get into a prestigious university to make Su Lingxue regret his decision. He even shares a meal with Li Qingshu, infuriating Su Lingxue and her friend.
Chu Yang discovers he has a photographic memory in his new life, enabling him to quickly master academic subjects. He shocks everyone by scoring 129 on a math test, a subject he previously struggled with, and attributes his success to Li Qingshu's notes. Su Lingxue and her friend accuse him of cheating, but Li Qingshu defends him, revealing his intelligence. Later, Chu Yang receives an unreleased Nokia 7650 from Mr. Shen, a successful businessman impressed by Chu Yang's foresight in gambling. This phone, being a cutting-edge model, further solidifies Chu Yang's newfound status and intelligence, humiliating Lu Peng who had just shown off his own Nokia phone.
Chu Yang uses his knowledge of future events to place winning bets on football matches, amassing large sums of money. He advises Mr. Shen on successful bets, earning a significant reward. He plans to buy more houses, anticipating future demolition compensation. Su Lingxue tries to win Chu Yang back, bringing him breakfast and offering affection, but he rebuffs her completely, stating he has no interest in rekindling their relationship. She is shocked by his harsh rejection, realizing his transformation. Chu Yang also purchases a building near the school, becoming the landlord to many shops, including a convenience store.
Chu Yang successfully invests his winnings, receiving 600,000 in cash, which he plans to use to acquire more demolition-prone properties. He becomes a landlord, even buying a convenience store. In school, he continues to impress with his academic progress, scoring 285 in combined science and a total of 678 points, second only to Li Qingshu. Su Lingxue’s attempts to reconcile with him become more desperate, but Chu Yang firmly rejects her, highlighting her past betrayals and present hypocrisy. He publicly confirms his breakup with her and his disinterest in her apologies.
Chu Yang encounters Ah Kun, a local bully, and his cousin Brother Biao, who are trying to swindle Ah Kun’s father out of his house for gambling debts. Chu Yang intervenes, showcasing his financial power and legal knowledge, intimidating Brother Biao into retreating. He then buys the house from Ah Kun's father at a fair price, further increasing his real estate portfolio. He also spends time playing with Shen Li, Mr. Shen’s daughter, at a children's playground, forging a playful bond that some mistake for a romantic one.
Su Lingxue and her friend Wang Xiaoli confront Chu Yang about his relationship with other women, accusing him of being a scumbag. Chu Yang's interactions with Shen Li become a point of gossip, which Li Qingshu misunderstands. Chu Yang clarifies his relationship with Shen Li, revealing her father is Mr. Shen, and they are essentially 'sworn brothers', making him 'Second Uncle' to Shen Li. He firmly reiterates his disinterest in Su Lingxue, telling her to pursue Li Wen, a rich suitor. His parents are proud and supportive of his success, celebrating his newfound wealth and capabilities. He also buys Li Qingshu expensive jewelry, further showing his changed status.
Chu Yang continues to amass wealth, his parents are overjoyed, urging him to enjoy his life and reminding him of his duty to them. Chu Yang's friend Da Chuan, who struggled academically in the past, improves significantly with Chu Yang's tutoring, showing promise for university. Zhang Shaoqiang, someone who had tried to harm Chu Yang, faces repercussions due to his previous actions. Chu Yang solidifies his 'sworn brotherhood' with Mr. Shen, adding another powerful ally to his network. Chu Yang and Li Qingshu grow closer, with her family approving of him.
Su Lingxue tries once more to win Chu Yang back, emphasizing her regret and newfound appreciation for him, but he rejects her, stating their incompatibility. She accuses him of being fickle and manipulative. Li Qingshu, in turn, also rebuffs Su Lingxue's attempts to bargain for Chu Yang's affection, asserting Chu Yang is his own person. Chu Yang wins another significant bet, netting 21 million yuan, further solidifying his financial standing. He even receives a new title: 'Second Uncle' to Shen Li after forming a sworn brotherhood with her father. Chu Yang's academic performance reaches its peak, scoring an astounding 732 points on his university entrance exam, making him the top scorer in the entire province. This achievement earns him school-wide recognition and accolades.