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Run Wild: Sa Ye (Novel) #4
Run Wild: Sa Ye (Novel) Vol. 4
A SLACKER'S PRIDEThe university entrance exams are looming on the horizon, and with even his deadbeat biological father now out of the picture, Jiang Cheng knows he has to score exceptionally if he's going to make a stable future for himself. Luckily, he can count on his boyfriend to support him through the grueling gauntlet of studying and practice exams--he just wishes Gu Fei would study for his own sake, too.
Gu Fei is smarter and more talented than he likes anyone to see, and Jiang Cheng is eager to see him shine... But Gu Fei has his own reasons for hiding, and even the happiness he's found with Jiang Cheng might not be enough to change his mind.
Gu Fei is smarter and more talented than he likes anyone to see, and Jiang Cheng is eager to see him shine... But Gu Fei has his own reasons for hiding, and even the happiness he's found with Jiang Cheng might not be enough to change his mind.
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Published February 3, 2026
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February 14, 2026
This volume surprised me by revealing a new aspect of myself: my enjoyment of feeling pain while immersed in a book I love. The entire story atmosphere is saturated with bittersweet feelings, creating a bleak and somber mood, yet the moments of lightness and hope serve as a necessary counterbalance, making this danmei stand out. Reading this volume, I was transported back to the early days of the story, realizing how much I miss those carefree times before they were burdened by worries about the future. It also made me reflect on my own high school days, remembering my parents' advice that I shouldn't rush to grow up too quickly; now, as an adult, I finally understand what they meant.
Before I discuss the characters, I must admit that I am very biased towards Jiang Cheng. There are so many qualities in him that I find admirable. His resilience in facing life's hardships, his inner strength, and his capacity for empathy, even for individuals who may not deserve it, make me genuinely love him. I also relate deeply to his feelings, which sometimes frightens me because he reminds me of myself, the good and the bad. Jiang Cheng is a realistic person, yet he still chooses to hold onto hope for a better future, a trait I find truly admirable, something not everyone can do.
Gu Fei, on the other hand, breaks my heart with how negatively he perceives himself and his outlook on life. His pessimism is understandable given that his life has been fraught with difficulties. He bears many burdens, and his reluctance to accept help stems from a fear of appearing weak. Additionally, he has essentially given up hope for a better future for himself, which deeply saddens me.
Their relationship, considering their age, is remarkably healthy and mature. The way they communicate, care for each other, and resolve conflicts is beautifully depicted, providing a sense of reassurance even during disagreements. I find comfort in knowing they will likely be okay in the end. However, despite all this positivity, I do have a concern I’ve harbored through previous volumes. That is, Gu Fei enters their relationship with the belief that it is doomed from the outset. His recurring thought that their relationship is destined to fail and that it was doomed from the beginning began to frustrate me, especially when contrasted with Jiang Cheng's. Jiang Cheng, though aware of the difficulties, is willing to put in the effort to make it work, while Gu Fei seems to give up almost immediately.
I'm not suggesting Gu Fei doesn't love Jiang Cheng or isn't a good partner, far from it. However, his negative mindset undoubtedly influences how he will handle their relationship moving forward, especially when Jiang Cheng heads to university. During this volume, Gu Fei's thinking improved somewhat, but he still subconsciously believes their relationship cannot endure. Both of them have significant growth ahead of them. Gu Fei has to start to believe more in himself and to understand that accepting help makes life easier, while Jiang Cheng, despite understanding Gu Fei's circumstances, has yet to fully grasp all of Gu Fei’s internal struggles.
I am confident their relationship will continue to develop in future volumes, and I believe their issues will eventually be resolved. Right now, however, they are at different stages of understanding their relationship. They’ve reached some agreements and made promises, but Gu Fei still harbors the thought that their relationship might hinder Jiang Cheng from achieving greatness.
In conclusion, this volume delivered much of what I anticipated and desired, even if it wasn’t entirely perfect. I am eagerly looking forward to volume 5.
Before I discuss the characters, I must admit that I am very biased towards Jiang Cheng. There are so many qualities in him that I find admirable. His resilience in facing life's hardships, his inner strength, and his capacity for empathy, even for individuals who may not deserve it, make me genuinely love him. I also relate deeply to his feelings, which sometimes frightens me because he reminds me of myself, the good and the bad. Jiang Cheng is a realistic person, yet he still chooses to hold onto hope for a better future, a trait I find truly admirable, something not everyone can do.
Gu Fei, on the other hand, breaks my heart with how negatively he perceives himself and his outlook on life. His pessimism is understandable given that his life has been fraught with difficulties. He bears many burdens, and his reluctance to accept help stems from a fear of appearing weak. Additionally, he has essentially given up hope for a better future for himself, which deeply saddens me.
Their relationship, considering their age, is remarkably healthy and mature. The way they communicate, care for each other, and resolve conflicts is beautifully depicted, providing a sense of reassurance even during disagreements. I find comfort in knowing they will likely be okay in the end. However, despite all this positivity, I do have a concern I’ve harbored through previous volumes. That is, Gu Fei enters their relationship with the belief that it is doomed from the outset. His recurring thought that their relationship is destined to fail and that it was doomed from the beginning began to frustrate me, especially when contrasted with Jiang Cheng's. Jiang Cheng, though aware of the difficulties, is willing to put in the effort to make it work, while Gu Fei seems to give up almost immediately.
I'm not suggesting Gu Fei doesn't love Jiang Cheng or isn't a good partner, far from it. However, his negative mindset undoubtedly influences how he will handle their relationship moving forward, especially when Jiang Cheng heads to university. During this volume, Gu Fei's thinking improved somewhat, but he still subconsciously believes their relationship cannot endure. Both of them have significant growth ahead of them. Gu Fei has to start to believe more in himself and to understand that accepting help makes life easier, while Jiang Cheng, despite understanding Gu Fei's circumstances, has yet to fully grasp all of Gu Fei’s internal struggles.
I am confident their relationship will continue to develop in future volumes, and I believe their issues will eventually be resolved. Right now, however, they are at different stages of understanding their relationship. They’ve reached some agreements and made promises, but Gu Fei still harbors the thought that their relationship might hinder Jiang Cheng from achieving greatness.
In conclusion, this volume delivered much of what I anticipated and desired, even if it wasn’t entirely perfect. I am eagerly looking forward to volume 5.
February 10, 2026
4,5 ⭐ yet another (almost) perfect volume of these two lovable idiots in love!
Getting back into this series is like coming home after a grueling shift and burrowing under your favorite blanket. GOD I love Jiang Cheng and Gu Fei navigating their new relationship together while being in their last year of high school. I love how dramatic they can be, yet still very self-aware and mature, which is pretty refreshing, given their age. It helps that they’re both insanely smart - JC in a more studious, analytical way, while GF possesses the kind of street smarts that make him a natural at reading people and their intentions.
Doesn’t mean they aren’t without their anxieties and insecurities, though. The fact still is, in a year, Jiang Cheng will get out of this hopeless small town to go to Uni, while Gu Fei can’t see a future for himself outside the place.
Maybe even before distance separates us, the constant bickering and probing over differences like this will wear us down, and we’ll finally return to our own respective worlds.
Of course, it’s also possible that miracles do happen, and we can walk together until the end.
They have arguments, they raise their voices, but NEVER do they walk away from each other while things seem to be catching fire, and that just gets to me in the best way possible, because isn’t that what everyone should strive for?? 😩
The first half gave me so many smiles and giggles, even some tears over Gu Fei opening himself up in such a profound way; this volume was seriously on its way to becoming my absolute favorite!
In the second half, though... the pace picked up so much I wanted to grab it and scream at it to slow the hell down! It was full of mock exams, intense studying for Jiang Cheng, and coupled with the boys not spending any meaningful quality time together anymore (they were together, but not together), it wasn’t a good combo for my anxiety (I’ve seen enough of studying to last me a lifetime, give me a break 😭).
And I do hate to say, it felt a bit too one-sided, like all the support flew from GF to JC, but nothing the other way around. For understandable reasons, sure, but I felt as if JC was taking for granted the way GF was taking care of his every whim? I didn’t even see words of appreciation (and I know Gu Fei doesn’t need them - but it makes me all the more aware of the lack thereof). I really hope my boy will get some love and care in the next volume, otherwise I’ll be very displeased! 🥺
Still, this might just be a new comfort series, despite the sometimes bleak atmosphere the small town and its residents (and all the shitty parents) bring to the table. I seriously need to see these two boys (and Gu Miao!) run wild together at the end!
Getting back into this series is like coming home after a grueling shift and burrowing under your favorite blanket. GOD I love Jiang Cheng and Gu Fei navigating their new relationship together while being in their last year of high school. I love how dramatic they can be, yet still very self-aware and mature, which is pretty refreshing, given their age. It helps that they’re both insanely smart - JC in a more studious, analytical way, while GF possesses the kind of street smarts that make him a natural at reading people and their intentions.
Doesn’t mean they aren’t without their anxieties and insecurities, though. The fact still is, in a year, Jiang Cheng will get out of this hopeless small town to go to Uni, while Gu Fei can’t see a future for himself outside the place.
Maybe even before distance separates us, the constant bickering and probing over differences like this will wear us down, and we’ll finally return to our own respective worlds.
Of course, it’s also possible that miracles do happen, and we can walk together until the end.
They have arguments, they raise their voices, but NEVER do they walk away from each other while things seem to be catching fire, and that just gets to me in the best way possible, because isn’t that what everyone should strive for?? 😩
The first half gave me so many smiles and giggles, even some tears over Gu Fei opening himself up in such a profound way; this volume was seriously on its way to becoming my absolute favorite!
In the second half, though... the pace picked up so much I wanted to grab it and scream at it to slow the hell down! It was full of mock exams, intense studying for Jiang Cheng, and coupled with the boys not spending any meaningful quality time together anymore (they were together, but not together), it wasn’t a good combo for my anxiety (I’ve seen enough of studying to last me a lifetime, give me a break 😭).
And I do hate to say, it felt a bit too one-sided, like all the support flew from GF to JC, but nothing the other way around. For understandable reasons, sure, but I felt as if JC was taking for granted the way GF was taking care of his every whim? I didn’t even see words of appreciation (and I know Gu Fei doesn’t need them - but it makes me all the more aware of the lack thereof). I really hope my boy will get some love and care in the next volume, otherwise I’ll be very displeased! 🥺
Still, this might just be a new comfort series, despite the sometimes bleak atmosphere the small town and its residents (and all the shitty parents) bring to the table. I seriously need to see these two boys (and Gu Miao!) run wild together at the end!
February 25, 2026
This danmei continues to blow me away with just how simple, sweet and genuine it feels to the experience of growing up, becoming an adult and navigating your first real love.
He’d always assumed that Gu Fei was stronger than him. Or rather, he thought that in certain areas, Gu Fei simply didn’t feel things as intensely as he did, that he was more aloof. In his subconscious mind, he never put “Gu Fei” and “tears” in the same sentence.
But now, this boy he thought strong to the point of detachment, the youngest tyrant if the steelworks, this troublemaker whom no one in the school dared offend, this Good Little Bunny who took beautiful photos, kept candy in his pocket, acted cute, sought attention, and said, “Cheng-ge, I was wrong,” was burying his face in Jiang Cheng’s chest and crying.
I could see the foreshadowing coming, but watching Jiang Cheng and Gu Fei begin to recognise how drastically different their life paths are was heartbreaking. Jiang Cheng knows he will escape their small town and its poverty through his intelligence and hard work. When he looks at Gu Fei, he sees only the bright, gifted, creative boy he loves, and he can’t understand why Gu Fei doesn’t want more for himself.
What Jiang Cheng doesn’t see is the cage of lowered expectations Gu Fei has built around himself. Trapped by circumstances, forced to act as a parent to his younger sister with special needs while their mother drifts through life, more focused on her latest boyfriend than her children, Gu Fei can’t imagine a way out. To him, refusing to dream of a better future is safer. It is less painful not to want what feels impossible than to long for a life that will always be out of reach.
Despite this, Gu Fei is a nurturer through and through, and never falters in showing his love and support for Jiang Cheng reaching his dreams and achieve ambitions through what means are available to him.
What a beautiful memory; what a precious experience. It might be the only time he’d gotten to run wild in in his whole life.
“I’ll be here whenever you want to look back, I’ll be here whenever you’re missing home. Whenever you need me, I’ll be right here.
And I’ll stand here for as long as I can.”
I know that things will need to get more difficulty for the boys before they get better. There are no simple solutions to the barriers that are before Jiang Cheng and Gu Fei, but I have faith that their love and commitment to each other, as well as their burgeoning efforts to learn how to communicate with a partner in a relationship, will see them navigate their way through all the challenges before them. (I am deeply in denial that in reality these problems sometimes simply cant be navigated 🥲)
This book has been such a beautiful yet, heart breaking, slice of life depiction of young love, the efforts to escape intergenerational poverty and the challenges that come with needing to grow up before time. I am such a sucker for lost boys finding safe harbour from all their struggles in each other and Gu Fei and Jiang Cheng really hit this niche genre spot on.
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He’d always assumed that Gu Fei was stronger than him. Or rather, he thought that in certain areas, Gu Fei simply didn’t feel things as intensely as he did, that he was more aloof. In his subconscious mind, he never put “Gu Fei” and “tears” in the same sentence.
But now, this boy he thought strong to the point of detachment, the youngest tyrant if the steelworks, this troublemaker whom no one in the school dared offend, this Good Little Bunny who took beautiful photos, kept candy in his pocket, acted cute, sought attention, and said, “Cheng-ge, I was wrong,” was burying his face in Jiang Cheng’s chest and crying.
I could see the foreshadowing coming, but watching Jiang Cheng and Gu Fei begin to recognise how drastically different their life paths are was heartbreaking. Jiang Cheng knows he will escape their small town and its poverty through his intelligence and hard work. When he looks at Gu Fei, he sees only the bright, gifted, creative boy he loves, and he can’t understand why Gu Fei doesn’t want more for himself.
What Jiang Cheng doesn’t see is the cage of lowered expectations Gu Fei has built around himself. Trapped by circumstances, forced to act as a parent to his younger sister with special needs while their mother drifts through life, more focused on her latest boyfriend than her children, Gu Fei can’t imagine a way out. To him, refusing to dream of a better future is safer. It is less painful not to want what feels impossible than to long for a life that will always be out of reach.
Despite this, Gu Fei is a nurturer through and through, and never falters in showing his love and support for Jiang Cheng reaching his dreams and achieve ambitions through what means are available to him.
What a beautiful memory; what a precious experience. It might be the only time he’d gotten to run wild in in his whole life.
“I’ll be here whenever you want to look back, I’ll be here whenever you’re missing home. Whenever you need me, I’ll be right here.
And I’ll stand here for as long as I can.”
I know that things will need to get more difficulty for the boys before they get better. There are no simple solutions to the barriers that are before Jiang Cheng and Gu Fei, but I have faith that their love and commitment to each other, as well as their burgeoning efforts to learn how to communicate with a partner in a relationship, will see them navigate their way through all the challenges before them. (I am deeply in denial that in reality these problems sometimes simply cant be navigated 🥲)
This book has been such a beautiful yet, heart breaking, slice of life depiction of young love, the efforts to escape intergenerational poverty and the challenges that come with needing to grow up before time. I am such a sucker for lost boys finding safe harbour from all their struggles in each other and Gu Fei and Jiang Cheng really hit this niche genre spot on.
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February 14, 2026
4.5/5 rounded down 🌟
Gu Fei was stunned at this development, and it also made him feel proud. And yet, slowly, with each passing day, more and more of that pride turned into anxiety.
Therein lies the difference. That was what Jiang Cheng had said.
To Jiang Cheng, the difference was those points. But to Gu Fei, the difference was much more complicated.
If he were to track down the source of that difference, he'd have to delve deeper and deeper until he hit a realization that the difference had been right there from the very start.
These differences, along with the passage of time and the changes in the environment and people around them, would only grow bigger. It might take one year, two, or three...but in the end, it might develop into a vast chasm that could never be filled by the mere affection of two high schoolers leaning on each other.
If this quote doesn't perfectly describe the entire feel of this novel, Idk what else and how else to explain. Though one enjoys the sweet love of these two teenage boys, bound by love so strong that only the two understand each other— as if made for each other— one can't help but dread that one day, they have to part.
Though Gu Fei is trapped in a world that he can't control, one that he dreads and even cries for the first time in front of somebody, luckily that someone is the one he loves. He can't leave the slums of Steelworks. Not only because of his sister, but also because he feels like he has no place elsewhere.
Steelworks is his prison. His asylum. His hell. His home.
For Jiang Cheng, he has so much ambitions in life and is free to fly and take off in his wings. Almost like it's his obligation and in his genes. He's so hard working and this volume hounds that; sometimes a little too much, honestly.
I think many things could have been cut in half or talked about less in this volume. It dragged in some moments and there were so many unnecessary details. But I understand the beauty in this writing. It's about the mundane things of every day life of a couple. I appreciate it, but it gets old reading it over and over. If it was in an anime, manhua, or live action, I think I would have enjoyed those details more.
No matter how much they each communicate, this is the perfect example of a moment where there's not enough or less of it that can fix the problem. The chasm that is inevitable between them has always been there and is only growing bigger now. They just have to trust each other. Jiang Cheng has to trust that Gu Fei will always be behind him whenever he turns around.
But why do I dread this feeling that he might not always be there?
Gu Fei was stunned at this development, and it also made him feel proud. And yet, slowly, with each passing day, more and more of that pride turned into anxiety.
Therein lies the difference. That was what Jiang Cheng had said.
To Jiang Cheng, the difference was those points. But to Gu Fei, the difference was much more complicated.
If he were to track down the source of that difference, he'd have to delve deeper and deeper until he hit a realization that the difference had been right there from the very start.
These differences, along with the passage of time and the changes in the environment and people around them, would only grow bigger. It might take one year, two, or three...but in the end, it might develop into a vast chasm that could never be filled by the mere affection of two high schoolers leaning on each other.
If this quote doesn't perfectly describe the entire feel of this novel, Idk what else and how else to explain. Though one enjoys the sweet love of these two teenage boys, bound by love so strong that only the two understand each other— as if made for each other— one can't help but dread that one day, they have to part.
Though Gu Fei is trapped in a world that he can't control, one that he dreads and even cries for the first time in front of somebody, luckily that someone is the one he loves. He can't leave the slums of Steelworks. Not only because of his sister, but also because he feels like he has no place elsewhere.
Steelworks is his prison. His asylum. His hell. His home.
For Jiang Cheng, he has so much ambitions in life and is free to fly and take off in his wings. Almost like it's his obligation and in his genes. He's so hard working and this volume hounds that; sometimes a little too much, honestly.
I think many things could have been cut in half or talked about less in this volume. It dragged in some moments and there were so many unnecessary details. But I understand the beauty in this writing. It's about the mundane things of every day life of a couple. I appreciate it, but it gets old reading it over and over. If it was in an anime, manhua, or live action, I think I would have enjoyed those details more.
No matter how much they each communicate, this is the perfect example of a moment where there's not enough or less of it that can fix the problem. The chasm that is inevitable between them has always been there and is only growing bigger now. They just have to trust each other. Jiang Cheng has to trust that Gu Fei will always be behind him whenever he turns around.
But why do I dread this feeling that he might not always be there?
February 13, 2026
"I want to look up and see the warm sun on spring grass,
To see me in your arms.
I want to shatter the unknown and walk through time;
You'll hear it if you open your eyes.
I want you on my left shoulder and a smile on my right."
I didn’t expect to giggle this much, but here we are. Their banter is so adorable I kept smiling at my phone like an idiot. Jiang Cheng just does something to me. He’s smart, driven, and so painfully competitive, but he’s also petty in the most entertaining way. The way he clings to his pride, argues just to win, and still loves with his whole chest makes him impossible to ignore. He burns bright in every scene. Gu Fei feels softer, quieter, and sometimes you can sense how fragile he really is under that calm surface. Watching them clash and then melt back into each other gave me that warm, slightly aching feeling that only they can pull off.
Even when conflicts pop up, the volume feels pretty calm. There are emotional scenes, jealousy, tension, even moments that are meant to hurt, but nothing feels explosive. It’s more like sitting with them through everyday life. Studying until they’re exhausted. Stressing over grades. Carrying family baggage into conversations that were supposed to be simple. I actually liked how grounded it felt. The awkwardness after getting physically close. The quiet embarrassment in public spaces. The obsession over a tiny score gap that suddenly feels like the end of the world. It all feels specific and real. I could see them clearly, not as dramatic leads, just as two stubborn boys trying to figure it out.
I will say the pacing felt slow at times. There are long stretches where not much happens plot wise, and I did catch myself wishing for a bit more movement. But I was never bored. I was invested. I cared about every argument, every compromise, every moment of silence that said more than words could. Jiang Cheng’s intensity can be frustrating, and Gu Fei shutting down sometimes made me want to shake him, but that friction is what makes them feel human. I didn’t walk away overwhelmed. I walked away feeling steady, a little soft, and still very attached to them.
Date Read: 2026.02.11
To see me in your arms.
I want to shatter the unknown and walk through time;
You'll hear it if you open your eyes.
I want you on my left shoulder and a smile on my right."
I didn’t expect to giggle this much, but here we are. Their banter is so adorable I kept smiling at my phone like an idiot. Jiang Cheng just does something to me. He’s smart, driven, and so painfully competitive, but he’s also petty in the most entertaining way. The way he clings to his pride, argues just to win, and still loves with his whole chest makes him impossible to ignore. He burns bright in every scene. Gu Fei feels softer, quieter, and sometimes you can sense how fragile he really is under that calm surface. Watching them clash and then melt back into each other gave me that warm, slightly aching feeling that only they can pull off.
Even when conflicts pop up, the volume feels pretty calm. There are emotional scenes, jealousy, tension, even moments that are meant to hurt, but nothing feels explosive. It’s more like sitting with them through everyday life. Studying until they’re exhausted. Stressing over grades. Carrying family baggage into conversations that were supposed to be simple. I actually liked how grounded it felt. The awkwardness after getting physically close. The quiet embarrassment in public spaces. The obsession over a tiny score gap that suddenly feels like the end of the world. It all feels specific and real. I could see them clearly, not as dramatic leads, just as two stubborn boys trying to figure it out.
I will say the pacing felt slow at times. There are long stretches where not much happens plot wise, and I did catch myself wishing for a bit more movement. But I was never bored. I was invested. I cared about every argument, every compromise, every moment of silence that said more than words could. Jiang Cheng’s intensity can be frustrating, and Gu Fei shutting down sometimes made me want to shake him, but that friction is what makes them feel human. I didn’t walk away overwhelmed. I walked away feeling steady, a little soft, and still very attached to them.
Date Read: 2026.02.11
February 5, 2026
MY HEART!! This volume honestly hit me really hard. I like this book in a different way than the previous ones. I felt all the emotions conveyed through the writing, and those emotions were expanded on through my own experiences. I related to the stress of studying for exams, and it really brought me back to my days in high school. Most of all, I could relate to Jiang Cheng and Gu Fei's anxiety about the future. I've wondered where I will be in one year, three years, five years. I've faced the worrt that time and differences in goals will separate me from someone I care about. The writing conveyed so much emotion, but never lingered too long in sorrow or happiness. Time seemed to blur around impactful moment. Reading this volume brought back a lot of memories where I felt similar emotions to the main characters.
The underlying feeling of uncertainty about the future made soft scenes between the main leads feel even more precious and meaningful. I wanted to hold on tight to mundane happiness and stay in the moment. Emotional and rough parts of the book were stressful, but they felt easier to bear because they were moments of connection. Instead of breaking the couple apart, they worked together, worked through the issue, and came out stronger. This book felt like if "what could have been" become reality. If the passing of time hadn't become an uncrossable distance, if the person you needed most was always there, if that one fight hadn't ruined everything. The main characters were dealing with their own problems, but their love and their effort to support each other made me believe they can overcome any obstacles— love conquers all. Despite the rollercoaster of emotions and all the stress this volume put me through, I was hopeful overall.
Not to ruin the flow of this review, but I do have to say I hate where Seven Seas ended this volume. I understand why they chose to end it at ch100, but ending right after ch98 (or even ch99) would have felt less abrupt. I was seriously all up in my feels during this volume, then I turned the last page and went "HUHH??" It was so abrupt I just stared at the page divider like "are you for real right now?" 😭 Anyway, I can't wait for volume 5!!!
The underlying feeling of uncertainty about the future made soft scenes between the main leads feel even more precious and meaningful. I wanted to hold on tight to mundane happiness and stay in the moment. Emotional and rough parts of the book were stressful, but they felt easier to bear because they were moments of connection. Instead of breaking the couple apart, they worked together, worked through the issue, and came out stronger. This book felt like if "what could have been" become reality. If the passing of time hadn't become an uncrossable distance, if the person you needed most was always there, if that one fight hadn't ruined everything. The main characters were dealing with their own problems, but their love and their effort to support each other made me believe they can overcome any obstacles— love conquers all. Despite the rollercoaster of emotions and all the stress this volume put me through, I was hopeful overall.
Not to ruin the flow of this review, but I do have to say I hate where Seven Seas ended this volume. I understand why they chose to end it at ch100, but ending right after ch98 (or even ch99) would have felt less abrupt. I was seriously all up in my feels during this volume, then I turned the last page and went "HUHH??" It was so abrupt I just stared at the page divider like "are you for real right now?" 😭 Anyway, I can't wait for volume 5!!!
February 7, 2026
I want to run wild without a care
In your eyes
I want one look to last
A lifetime
This was definitely my favourite Sa Ye novel yet. This was such an emotional read. On the one hand, there were so so many sweet and romantic moments between Jiang Cheng and Gu Fei. On the other hand, while they are growing closer together and falling deeper in love, they also start facing the challenges in their relationship which at times was truly heartbreaking.
Those challenges and fears were portrayed in such a realistic way that I as a reader started to feel anxious alongside those characters. I can't wait for the next volume to see how they will overcome those challenges.
As he stared at Gu Fei, Jiang Cheng felt like he was in a trance. He almost couldn't tell if the music he heard was in his ears, or if it was playing in his heart.
February 6, 2026
4/5stars
I love Gu Fei and Jiang Cheng SO much they're one of my favorite couples ever but... this volume was a little boring. I feel like this is suffering from the "contemporary danmei dragging things out way too long" thing that seems to be so standard. This entire volume was basically domestic fluff - which is awesome! I love some fluffy times and seeing a couple together - but now that the stakes are truly gone from this story, it feels very repetitive and I was losing interest very fast. The end got me excited again though as I'm assuming next volume they'll be going to college?? And I did really enjoy this volume for what it was - it just wasn't my favorite. But I can't wait for the next one!
I love Gu Fei and Jiang Cheng SO much they're one of my favorite couples ever but... this volume was a little boring. I feel like this is suffering from the "contemporary danmei dragging things out way too long" thing that seems to be so standard. This entire volume was basically domestic fluff - which is awesome! I love some fluffy times and seeing a couple together - but now that the stakes are truly gone from this story, it feels very repetitive and I was losing interest very fast. The end got me excited again though as I'm assuming next volume they'll be going to college?? And I did really enjoy this volume for what it was - it just wasn't my favorite. But I can't wait for the next one!
February 8, 2026
Gu Fei has got to be the best book boyfriend ever written. He is so good to Jiang Cheng! If this series eventually hits me with a time jump, I will not be okay. The clock is ticking very loudly.
March 11, 2026
4.25 ★
October 27, 2025
this danmei took a chainsaw to me im not okay (affectionate)
February 13, 2026
Again, An amazing story. I just can’t get enough of how the author balances their personalities out. They work so well together. Im excited but also anxious to know what happens next.
February 23, 2026
*3.5 rounded down
jiang cheng and gu fei my forever cuties
okay but this volume was a little boring to me rip
jiang cheng and gu fei my forever cuties
okay but this volume was a little boring to me rip
February 24, 2026
(4.5) the first part hits right in the feels 😭 second one is just nonstop studying for exams lol
But love the boys and the slow development of their characters so much, can't wait for the other volumes!
But love the boys and the slow development of their characters so much, can't wait for the other volumes!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
February 8, 2026
4.5 “don’t let go. don’t just walk away without a second thought as soon as i say ‘forget it.’ hang on for a little while longer, okay? what if i change my mind and turn around, but you’re not there anymore?”
so much of what eventually wrecks their relationship is on display in this one: gu fei’s refusal to take concessions from anyone and his fear of holding jiang cheng back; jiang cheng’s fear of being abandoned and his incessant need to pull gu fei out of the obscurity he chose for himself. it’s so heartbreaking 😭 they love each other so much but can’t see a way around their circumstances just yet
so much of what eventually wrecks their relationship is on display in this one: gu fei’s refusal to take concessions from anyone and his fear of holding jiang cheng back; jiang cheng’s fear of being abandoned and his incessant need to pull gu fei out of the obscurity he chose for himself. it’s so heartbreaking 😭 they love each other so much but can’t see a way around their circumstances just yet
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February 25, 2026
Oh. This is by far my favorite volume!
All that raw emotion bubbling to the surface. And these tough guys breaking down. It was… A LOT!
And that ending! How the hell are you just gonna stop right there?
All that raw emotion bubbling to the surface. And these tough guys breaking down. It was… A LOT!
And that ending! How the hell are you just gonna stop right there?
February 11, 2026
So angsty 😭
March 13, 2026
hold on it’s getting a little too serious slow down💔
March 16, 2026
5 ⭐️
The whole story is painful and sweet and so so so tender. I LOVED it. And so now I have to endure until the last book comes out in summer 😭
My wonderful sweet boys.
The whole story is painful and sweet and so so so tender. I LOVED it. And so now I have to endure until the last book comes out in summer 😭
My wonderful sweet boys.
February 4, 2026
The way Jiang Cheng treats studying is the way I treat this series. I haven't eaten, don't remember when I last looked up, who even knows what day it is? But it was worth every second.
February 26, 2026
To me the thing that stood out the most in this volume is the focus on Jiang Cheng and Gu Feis reactions and thoughts on the future. They have both had a hard life and have had to deal with growing up faster than they should have due to having terrible parents. Jiang Cheng’s dead set on abandoning this town and this life and doing better in life whereas Gu Fei is dead set on everything staying exactly the same or so it seems, until my favorite scene of the novel when Gu Fei finally admits it’s not that he doesn’t want out of this town and this life it’s that he can’t leave so he doesn’t even try. I find Jiang Cheng’s attitude and goals to be admirable. He wants better and he’s fighting for it with everything he has but for me Gu Fei is the one I identified with. He has been left with no choice but to be a caretaker for his sister. This is his reality and I have seen reviews that judge him and I just don’t agree. Unless you have been in that kind of situation you can’t understand it. Neither of these boys are wrong in my opinion. They are just boys dealing with a shitty hand that has been given to them because their parents failed them. Run Wild continues to be a fantastic and emotional read for me.
My only gripe was on how it was brushed off that Tan Lin was a whole ten years older than Gu Fei and it wasn’t presented as creepy or disgusting that this grown man was interested in and trying to have a relationship with a kid. More focus was spent on their conversation being recorded instead of again I have to keep emphasizing a grown ass man hitting on a teenage boy.
My only gripe was on how it was brushed off that Tan Lin was a whole ten years older than Gu Fei and it wasn’t presented as creepy or disgusting that this grown man was interested in and trying to have a relationship with a kid. More focus was spent on their conversation being recorded instead of again I have to keep emphasizing a grown ass man hitting on a teenage boy.
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February 15, 2026
4/5 ⭐📚
why. they. are. so. cute. the relationship between Gu Fei and Jiang Cheng is so healthy :3 i love that it's a simple story, that talks about everyday life, but that still entertains and also includes some pretty... heavy elements. Gu Fei's mother and her toxic relationships, Gu Miao with her mutism, Jiang Cheng's "brother" and all his troubles just for money.. i also loved the focus on exams and also the mini drama due to university and stuff, but despite this, Gu Fei is really super supportive towards Jiang Cheng and 😭😭 I LOVE THEM!! see ya next volume :3
why. they. are. so. cute. the relationship between Gu Fei and Jiang Cheng is so healthy :3 i love that it's a simple story, that talks about everyday life, but that still entertains and also includes some pretty... heavy elements. Gu Fei's mother and her toxic relationships, Gu Miao with her mutism, Jiang Cheng's "brother" and all his troubles just for money.. i also loved the focus on exams and also the mini drama due to university and stuff, but despite this, Gu Fei is really super supportive towards Jiang Cheng and 😭😭 I LOVE THEM!! see ya next volume :3
February 22, 2026
beaucoup de choses qui se passent... j'ai tellement pleuré à la moitié du tome mais je suis aussi heureuse que gu fei s'exprime beaucoup plus dans ce tome, j'aime beaucoup sa façon de penser (oui je vis l'histoire avec eux)
j'ai vraiment peur du prochain tome ahhh...
j'ai vraiment peur du prochain tome ahhh...
March 8, 2026
We get to see Jiang Cheng and Gu Fei navigating their relationship in this volume along with their fears and hopes about future.
Lao-Xu is such a great teacher.
Lao-Xu is such a great teacher.
February 9, 2026
I love to see them having these difficult conversations & being vulnerable with one another. Yeah, it's not that all the problems got magical fixed, but they were open & honest with how they were feeling & their worries. love love to see the individual growth & their growth as a couple. I'm excited to see how their story continues in the next volume <3
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March 1, 2026
amo lembrar como é bom estar amando com eles. comecei o livro sorrindo de orelha a orelha até chegar nos momentos mais tensos em que as preocupações deles eram levantadas e meu coração pesar por entender tudo o que tá em jogo pra cada uma das partes. sa ye continua trazendo com uma simplicidade tão verdadeira esses anseios e obstáculos e ainda assim te faz acreditar que vai dar tudo certo no final. não só acreditar como ter a certeza. esse livro até conseguiu me levar de volta pro meu próprio ano de vestibular e pra mente que eu tinha na época e eu não consigo não me impressionar com a leveza e maturidade que eles levam isso tudo. eles tem entendimentos muito diferentes desse relacionamento: o jiang cheng entende que os desafios precisam ser superados assim que eles acontecem e não vê motivo pra bater cabeça com isso, porque é dar o namoro por acabado. já o gu fei entrou nesse relacionamento com uma data de expiração em mente e, ainda assim, pelo jiang cheng, ele se deixa viver tudo isso enquanto o jiang cheng ainda precisar dele por perto. é bem angustiante ver como ele não tem a possibilidade de criar perspectivas pro próprio futuro por conta das circunstâncias, ao mesmo tempo que nunca saiu do lado do jiang cheng e sempre procurou contribuir pro que fatalmente vai fazer com que ele vá pra longe em algum momento. é loucura dizer que isso me deixa mais esperançosa do que triste? o autor faz com que a gente acredite muito no amor deles e eu tenho muita segurança na minha certeza que vai dar tudo certo
Review of advance copy
My bookstore had this in early so naturally I couldn't buy a copy fast enough.
It was so good I finished it in a day.
Be warned though, this volume does tug at the heartstrings.
Everyone has experienced the stress of exams and watching Jiang Cheng prepare for his took me back in time.
Gu Fei’s pain when explaining to Jiang Cheng that he probably doesn’t have a future because he will have to care for his sister with learning disabilities brought tears to my eyes. Then Jiang Cheng becoming more determined to succeed in school so he can help them was so sweet.
On a side note, a massive shout out to Pan Zhi who is the best friend everyone deserves. Whenever he visits Jiang Cheng you know hilarious antics will take place.
It ends with the University Entrance Exam just around the corner and the tension/ stakes being higher than ever. To say I’m looking forward to volume 5 is an understatement.
It was so good I finished it in a day.
Be warned though, this volume does tug at the heartstrings.
Everyone has experienced the stress of exams and watching Jiang Cheng prepare for his took me back in time.
Gu Fei’s pain when explaining to Jiang Cheng that he probably doesn’t have a future because he will have to care for his sister with learning disabilities brought tears to my eyes. Then Jiang Cheng becoming more determined to succeed in school so he can help them was so sweet.
On a side note, a massive shout out to Pan Zhi who is the best friend everyone deserves. Whenever he visits Jiang Cheng you know hilarious antics will take place.
It ends with the University Entrance Exam just around the corner and the tension/ stakes being higher than ever. To say I’m looking forward to volume 5 is an understatement.
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February 8, 2026
This series continues over and over to charm me. I love Jiang Cheng and Gu Fei so much. I'm so glad that Gu Fei finally opened up a bit more about how he feels trapped in this town and this life. Jiang Cheng being so frustrated with Gu Fei for keeping so much to himself was so realistic but also helped the two of them grow even closer in this novel. Gu Fei finally breaking down and talking about how trapped he feels was such an upsetting but well written scene as well. Just this whole novel brought them so much closer but without resolving the base issue that Jiang Cheng is going to leave and Gu Fei can't follow. As final exams draw near I can't wait to see how Jiang Cheng and Gu Fei work their relationship out, but I know that they will because they're perfect for each other.
February 20, 2026
Entre los cuatro libros de Sa Ye que he leído hasta ahora, este fue el que menos me gustó. Eso no significa que no me haya gustado, pues lo disfruté mucho, pero sí sentí que no pasaba gran cosa.
De hecho, si me detengo a pensar, sí que pasaron muchas cosas, pero la historia no se detiene en ellas lo suficiente como para que tengan el peso que se merecen (algo que también sucede en el libro anterior). Al mismo tiempo, el arco del examen de entrada a la universidad se me hizo MUY largo. Por un lado, me pareció interesante de leer porque sé que los exámenes de entrada a la universidad de China (al igual que otros países asiáticos) son claves en la vida de una persona y como no tengo experiencia en el tema no me podía imaginar cómo era. Por otro lado, leer a Jiang Cheng estudiando durante un tercio del libro o más sí fue un poco aburrido.
Amo Sa Ye. Y una de las cosas que más amo es cómo la historia se detiene en la cotidianeidad de los personajes. PERO llegados a este punto, seis libros me parecen mucho. Hay escenas que en sí no agregan la gran cosa a la trama o el desarrollo de los personajes y su relación, así que si las quitamos, bien podríamos quedarnos con cinco libros. Eso sería lo ideal, al menos en mi opinión.
Aún así, sé que lo que se viene estará lleno de tensión, así que sí estoy emocionada por leerlo y la verdad no me imagino cómo podría terminar esta historia.
De hecho, si me detengo a pensar, sí que pasaron muchas cosas, pero la historia no se detiene en ellas lo suficiente como para que tengan el peso que se merecen (algo que también sucede en el libro anterior). Al mismo tiempo, el arco del examen de entrada a la universidad se me hizo MUY largo. Por un lado, me pareció interesante de leer porque sé que los exámenes de entrada a la universidad de China (al igual que otros países asiáticos) son claves en la vida de una persona y como no tengo experiencia en el tema no me podía imaginar cómo era. Por otro lado, leer a Jiang Cheng estudiando durante un tercio del libro o más sí fue un poco aburrido.
Amo Sa Ye. Y una de las cosas que más amo es cómo la historia se detiene en la cotidianeidad de los personajes. PERO llegados a este punto, seis libros me parecen mucho. Hay escenas que en sí no agregan la gran cosa a la trama o el desarrollo de los personajes y su relación, así que si las quitamos, bien podríamos quedarnos con cinco libros. Eso sería lo ideal, al menos en mi opinión.
Aún así, sé que lo que se viene estará lleno de tensión, así que sí estoy emocionada por leerlo y la verdad no me imagino cómo podría terminar esta historia.
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