Based, in part, by a dream, these are two character studies, I suppose.  The first is Xiu Mins point of view, where he finally begins to realize just how much hates himself.  The second is from Lu Hans point of view, where all he wants is to see Xiu Min be the brightest star. ForewordAll humans think they know those close to them well.  Its from outside that bubble that we realize we know so little about those around us, including ourselves.  We all secretly know that we know so very little, but we like to tell ourselves we are much more wise.  It is those with wisdom who are revered, while fools are made to suffer.  We put on airs and think ourselves gods when we are merely men.That is what it means to be human, even if it grants us little affection.There are so few of us who are truly worthy of love.