Standing Next To You

Standing Next To You, by Avalondra, tells the story of Fei Chuan and Bei Sangyun, two arch-enemies whose fates become intertwined. The novel opens years after Bei Sangyun's death, with Fei Chuan visiting her grave annually. He initially mocks her, celebrating his victory and his seemingly successful life. He boasts of a girlfriend and impending marriage, declaring his life better without her. However, his visits continue for years, even as his appearance deteriorates, suggesting he is tormented by her memory, as if she still pursues him even in death. Despite his claims of living well, Fei Chuan remains unmarried and perpetually restless, his life empty and devoid of peace, all due to Bei Sangyun. The narrative then flashes back to their high school days, where Bei Sangyun, a notorious bully, targeted Fei Chuan. They were reunited after knowing each other in kindergarten. One day, a year before graduation, Bei Sangyun's behavior shifts. She leaves a pink letter with a heart sticker in Fei Chuan’s locker, a surprise that frightens him more than a snake. This unexpected gesture marks the beginning of Bei Sangyun’s relentless pursuit of Fei Chuan, culminating in their marriage. This is a story of rebirth, transforming arch-enemies into devoted lovers.