Being chased by several male protagonists in the end of the world [Through the Book]

Qiao Yanrou awakens in a post-apocalyptic world, having transmigrated into the body of a weak, low-level water-attribute ability user. She finds herself in a fortified base led by Shen Luohan, a powerful and handsome man who quickly confesses his feelings and makes her his girlfriend. While initially hesitant due to her vulnerability in this harsh environment, she accepts his protection, which elevates her status and shields her from the predations common in the apocalypse. Her life stabilizes until Shen Luohan brings back Zhang Keqing, a mid-level dual-attribute ability user who is beautiful and capable. Zhang Keqing immediately positions herself as Shen Luohan’s equal, engaging in behaviors that suggest romantic interest, such as sitting close to him and asking for personal favors like peeled apples.

Qiao Yanrou’s perspective shifts dramatically when she realizes she has transmigrated into a novel. She recognizes Shen Luohan as one of the male leads and Zhang Keqing as the female protagonist. In the original story, Qiao Yanrou plays the role of a vicious female supporting character who frames the heroine, is eventually discarded by the male lead, and dies at the hands of zombies. Armed with this knowledge, she understands that her current happiness is precarious and that she cannot compete with the narrative momentum favoring Zhang Keqing. Despite warnings from her friend Bai Xiaoyan to assert dominance, Qiao Yanrou chooses a different path. She decides to detach herself emotionally and physically from Shen Luohan to avoid her destined tragic fate.

The tension escalates when Zhang Keqing is severely injured by a high-level zombie during a supply run. The base residents blame Qiao Yanrou, believing her jealousy caused Shen Luohan to transfer Zhang Keqing to a less protected team. Shen Luohan defends Qiao Yanrou publicly but continues to visit and care for Zhang Keqing during her recovery. This behavior confirms Qiao Yanrou’s fears about her role in the story. She decides to end the relationship before the plot forces her into the villainous actions that lead to her downfall. She moves out of the presidential suite into the quarters for low-level ability users, signaling her intent to break up.

When Shen Luohan discovers her packed luggage and her request for a breakup, his demeanor changes from gentle to possessive and threatening. He reveals that he knew about her knowledge of the plot and accuses her of disappointing him. He refuses to let her go, locking her in the suite and restraining her physically and emotionally for two days. During this confinement, Qiao Yanrou realizes the depth of Shen Luohan’s obsession and the danger of his power. She also notices the unsettling interest of Ji Yuanchen, Shen Luohan’s close ally, who watches her with dark, possessive intent.

Qiao Yanrou eventually agrees to reconcile to regain her freedom, but her true goal is to escape the base entirely. She pretends to return to her affectionate self, winning back Shen Luohan’s trust enough to allow her limited movement. She then seeks out a way to leave the base, hoping to find a new life away from the novel’s plot. Meanwhile, Zhang Keqing continues to provoke Qiao Yanrou, testing the boundaries of the restored relationship. Qiao Yanrou responds with feigned indifference and generosity, further confusing Shen Luohan, who begins to suspect her true motives but remains unable to let her go. The story ends with Qiao Yanrou navigating a dangerous path between Shen Luohan’s control, Zhang Keqing’s rivalry, and Ji Yuanchen’s growing obsession, all while planning her ultimate escape from the apocalyptic narrative.