**English Translation:**
**"It Started with a Kiss 2, Episode 9 Online Playback**
**Main Characters of "It Started with a Kiss 2":**
**Chiang Zhi-Shu (played by Zheng Yuan-Chang):**
A super genius with an IQ of 200, Zhi-Shu is smart, handsome, and excels in everything. Almost nothing can stump him, but because he's too intelligent, he finds life lacks purpose since everything comes easily to him. After meeting Xiang-Qin, he gradually opens up emotionally, discovers his calling as a doctor, and accepts Xiang-Qin's feelings. They marry before graduation, and the quirky new bride Xiang-Qin brings many challenges to his life. What more tests will she bring him?
**A-Li Sister (played by Zhao Yong-Hua):**
Zhi-Shu's mother, a housewife with a quirky personality who loves热闹 (excitement) and photography. She gets along well with Xiang-Qin and tries her best to bring Xiang-Qin and Zhi-Shu together. She often disguises herself to spy on their relationship or spreads rumors about them being together, though her disguises are often seen through. A-Li's overbearing love for her children leads to conflicts, but when Xiang-Qin becomes her daughter-in-law, she works hard to create the perfect home.
**Jiang Yu-Shu (played by Zhang Bo-Han):**
Zhi-Shu's younger brother, Yu-Shu is smart and adorable, idolizing his older brother. His biggest dream is to work under Zhi-Shu after Zhi-Shu takes over their father’s company. He looks down on people he considers unintelligent and initially dislikes Xiang-Qin. However, he starts to admire her sincerity and dedication. As he grows up, he encounters a girl named Hao-Mei, who reminds him of Xiang-Qin. Should the naive Yu-Shu accept Hao-Mei?
**Ah Li (played by Zhang Yong-Zheng):**
Zhi-Shu's father, the owner of Panda Toys Company. He has a kind and gentle personality and hopes Zhi-Shu will attend Taiwan University like himself and later take over the family business.
**Ah Cai (played by Cong Cong):**
Xiang-Qin's father and the owner of the "Happy Little Restaurant." He is an excellent cook and was friends with Zhi-Shu's parents during middle school. After losing his wife early in life, he raised Xiang-Qin alone. He regrets that Xiang-Qin isn't good at cooking or housework, believing it's his fault.
**Ah Jin (played by Wang Dong-Cheng from F4):**
Xiang-Qin's classmate, not very bright academically but excelling in sports. He has liked Xiang-Qin since freshman year and dreams of marrying her. To build a home with Xiang-Qin sooner, he didn’t pursue further education after high school. Instead, he worked part-time at the school cafeteria during the day and as an apprentice at "Fu Ji" at night. In the sequel, Ah Jin meets Christine and gradually falls for her innocence, ending his long-standing crush on Xiang-Qin.
**Pei Zi-Yu (played by Xu Wei-Ning):**
A wealthy heiress who admires Zhi-Shu's abilities and chose to attend Dou Nan University's College of Engineering to be near him. Intelligent and beautiful, Zi-Yu often clashes with Xiang-Qin but unites against common rivals. Despite liking Zhi-Shu, she remains composed and doesn't let emotions control her.
**Ah Bu (played by Yan Ya-Lun from Fly to the Sky):**
Pure Beauty's boyfriend, who loves her deeply but is constrained by his strict mother. With encouragement from Xiang-Qin, he finally decides to fight for his happiness and earns his mother's approval.
**Chun Mei (played by Yang Pei-Ting):**
Xiang-Qin's high school classmate, Chun Mei is gentle and shy but fiercely defends Xiang-Qin when needed. In college, she starts a romantic relationship with Ah Bu, a rich young man. Before graduation, they discover she is pregnant, leading to humorous yet touching moments with her mother-in-law-to-be, thanks to Xiang-Qin's help.
**Liu Nong (played by Liu Rong-Jia):**
Another of Xiang-Qin's high school classmates and close friend, Liu Nong is outgoing and protective of Xiang-Qin despite sometimes giving bad advice. Her kindness always wins people over.
**Ouyang Gan (played by Tang Yu-Zhe):**
Xiang-Qin's nursing school classmate, Ouyang Gan has a delicate appearance and enjoys teasing others but genuinely cares for those around him. His goal in nursing school is to wear the nurse's cap symbolizing Florence Nightingale and make vows in white attire.
**Zeng Ni-Na (played by Jiang Pei-Zhen):**
Also a nursing school classmate of Xiang-Qin, Zeng Ni-Na is lively and popular. During a social event, she attracts the attention of a medical student named Chuan-Jin, creating a fun rivalry between two contrasting personalities. How will their story end?
**Yang Qi-Tai (played by Zeng Shao-Zong):**
Another nursing school classmate of Xiang-Qin, Yang Qi-Tai is extremely principled and believes in the sacred mission of nursing. He quietly admires Xiang-Qin but steps aside after realizing her deep bond with Zhi-Shu, becoming her lifelong protector.
**Christine (played by Risa):**
An exchange student from the UK, Christine is innocent and passionate, boldly pursuing love. Her similar personality makes her a good friend to Xiang-Qin. She falls for Ah Jin and learns how to be a traditional Chinese woman to win his heart. Her persistence eventually breaks through Ah Jin's defenses.
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This summary provides insight into the characters' development and relationships in *It Started with a Kiss 2*, highlighting humor, romance, and personal growth throughout the series.