Fan Sizhe's first draft of calculation
Fan Sizhe's first draft of calculations referred to the initial estimates he made when calculating the profits from selling 'Dream of the Red Chamber' in 'Celebrating Years.' According to the relevant documents, Fan Sizhe calculated that he could make a net profit of seven taels, six coins, and eight cents for every book he sold. He had already sold eight or nine books in a short period of time. He also estimated that if he could spread out his manpower, he could sell at least a hundred books a day and earn 768 taels. This initial estimate showed Fan Sizhe's talent and accuracy in mental arithmetic. However, the search results didn't provide a specific amount to answer Fan Sizhe's initial estimate. Therefore, I don't know how much Fan Sizhe's initial estimate is.
Fan Xian and Fan Sizhe met for the first time
The plot of Fan Xian and Fan Sizhe's first meeting could be found in " Celebrating Years." In the movie, after Fan Sizhe learned that he had an illegitimate brother, Fan Xian, Fan Sizhe was very surprised when they first met. Fan Xian displayed a handsome face, a tall figure, and a confident manner of speech. He did not have the inferiority complex that an illegitimate child should have. Fan Sizhe was also surprised by Fan Xian's intelligence and business acumen. Fan Xian displayed an attitude that was neither servile nor overbearing. He did not have the self-awareness of an illegitimate child. Before Fan Xian could show his identity as a real young master, he was slapped by his sister.
Fan Xian and Fan Sizhe met for the first time
The plot of Fan Xian and Fan Sizhe's first meeting could be found in " Celebrating Years." In the movie, after Fan Sizhe learned that he had an illegitimate brother, Fan Xian, Fan Sizhe was very surprised when they first met. Fan Xian displayed a handsome face, a tall figure, and a confident manner of speech. He did not have the inferiority complex that an illegitimate child should have.
Fan Sizhe's wives
Fan Sizhe did not marry anyone in his novel, Celebrating Years. However, in the drama, Fan Sizhe and Fan Ruoruo were supposed to be husband and wife. Although they were supposed to be siblings in the show, they were not actually related by blood. Fan Ruoruo married Li Hongcheng, the son of King Jing, while Fan Sizhe didn't marry anyone. Therefore, Fan Sizhe did not have a wife in the novel.
Fan Sizhe's mother
Fan Sizhe's mother was Liu Ruyu. Liu Ruyu was the second mother of Fan Manor. After she married Fan Jian, she became Fan Sizhe's mother. At first, Liu Ruyu didn't like Fan Xian because he was an illegitimate child and might fight with her son for the family property. But later, Fan Xian helped Fan Sizhe out of trouble and changed Fan Jian's attitude toward Fan Sizhe. Liu Ruyu began to accept Fan Xian and become his concubine.
Fan Sizhe's name
Fan Sizhe's name was referring to the homonym of his name and the well-known luxury brand, Versace. In the movie, Fan Sizhe was Fan Jian's son, and his name was given to him by his father. Fan Sizhe was portrayed as a character who was good at doing business and had connections related to money. Although Fan Sizhe gave the impression of a fool, he was actually a very business-minded character. Fan Sizhe's name made the audience laugh because in real life, Fan Sizhe's name was the same as an international fashion brand. This homophonic joke added some humor and interest to the drama.
Fan Sizhe's Substitution
The role of Fan Sizhe in " Celebrating Years 2 " had indeed changed. In the first season, Fan Sizhe was played by Guo Qilin, but in the second season, it was Fei Qiming who played the role. The specific reason was not mentioned, but it might be because Guo Qilin chose to continue acting in the drama series " Departed Son-in-law," so he could not continue to act in " Celebrating Years 2."
Fan Sizhe's Identity
Fan Sizhe was Fan Jian's legitimate son and Fan Xian's younger brother. He was born into an aristocratic family of officials. His father was Fan Jian, the assistant minister of the Ministry of Revenue, and his mother was Liu Ruyu, the young lady of the Public House. Fan Sizhe was the eldest son of the Fan family and was qualified to inherit the title of Count Sinan. Although Fan Xian was the child of the Qing Emperor and Ye Qingmei, Fan Sizhe's status was higher than Fan Xian's.