The Best Thing

He Su Ye hesitates to pursue a relationship with Shen Xi Fan due to past experiences. Xi Fan's sleep improves, but her relationship with Yan Heng deteriorates. Su Ye comforts Xi Fan and offers advice, and their connection grows during her treatment. Yan Heng breaks up with Xi Fan via text.

Shen Xi Fan deals with a sudden breakup with Yan Heng while preparing for a major IT summit at her hotel. He Su Ye, concerned about Xi Fan, gets her contact information and sends her medicine and licorice. Xi Fan learns that He Su Ye is an oncology doctor, and they meet at the hospital's herbal garden, where he provides her with a new prescription and health advice. Xi Fan is dealing with her breakup privately.

Shen Xi Fan and He Su Ye's relationship develops through playful online interactions and thoughtful gestures, like him buying her mints to counter the bitter medicine. Su Ye's estranged father, a famous surgeon, tries to reconnect, but Su Ye refuses. A matchmaking frenzy erupts at the clinic after Su Ye is seen with Xi Fan, leading Xi Fan to suggest he pretend to be married. Su Ye uses this as an opportunity to keep a ring Xi Fan gave him, hinting at his growing feelings.

Shen Xi Fan deals with her parents' reaction to her breakup and study abroad plans, finding solace and advice from He Su Ye, who shares his own past struggles. Their bond deepens as they support each other, culminating in a shared sunrise viewing. Xi Fan later endures a difficult day at work, compounded by menstrual cramps.

Shen Xi Fan suffers from severe menstrual cramps, and He Su Ye provides comfort and care through traditional Chinese medicine. Their interactions lead to unspoken feelings and awkward online encounters. A subplot involves a terminally ill patient, mirroring Su Ye's past trauma. The episode ends with a near-accident and an embrace, leaving both Xi Fan and Su Ye questioning their relationship.

Shen Xi Fan is pressured into a blind date by her parents, while He Su Ye mistakenly believes she's engaged. After learning Xi Fan is single, He Su Ye decides to pursue her. Li Jie and Xi Fan have an awkward blind date, unknowingly discussing He Su Ye. Meanwhile, romantic tensions simmer between other characters, and Xi Fan proposes incorporating Traditional Chinese Medicine into the hotel's services for an upcoming tour group. He Su Ye prepares a special TCM meal for Xi Fan.

Shen Xi Fan is invited to He Su Ye's home for a medicinal meal, where she proposes a TCM consultant role for him at her hotel. He agrees. Their relationship deepens, with professional collaboration and personal moments intertwining. Meanwhile, young patient Zhao Ze's attachment to Su Ye, calling him "Dad," creates complications, especially when Xi Fan witnesses it, leaving her shocked at the end of the episode. Fang Ke Xin also shows that she might be interested in He Su Ye.

Shen Xi Fan believes He Su Ye has a secret child after seeing a young patient call him "Dad." This leads to awkwardness, drunken outbursts, and Xi Fan avoiding Su Ye. The misunderstanding is eventually cleared up, revealing that the child is simply a patient attached to Su Ye. Relieved, both Xi Fan and Su Ye realize their true feelings.

Shen Xi Fan tricks Xu Xiang Ya and Lin Yi Shen into tasting a bitter herb. Xu Xiang Ya flirts with Li Jie, making Lin Yi Shen jealous. He Su Ye gives Shen Xi Fan a sachet and invites her for acupuncture and a medicinal meal. A senior tour group arrives, praising the hotel's services. Zhao Ze receives a gift from He Su Ye and blesses his relationship with Shen Xi Fan. Lin Yi Shen contemplates leaving his job. He Su Ye invites Shen Xi Fan to dinner, and she notices he kept a ring she gave him.

Shen Xi Fan's feelings for He Su Ye grow stronger, leading to several close moments, including a near-kiss interrupted by Li Jie. Shen Xi Fan also seeks He Su Ye's help with her study abroad application, focusing on Traditional Chinese Medicine. Meanwhile, Xu Xiang Ya clarifies her feelings about Li Jie and Lin Yi Shen. Shen Xi Fan deals with a stiff neck, an elderly tourist, and her growing attraction to He Su Ye.

He Su Ye and Shen Xi Fan's relationship progresses rapidly. After Shen Xi Fan is stood up on a blind date arranged by her parents, she ends up at a gathering with He Su Ye and his colleagues. After some teasing and drinking games, Shen Xi Fan gets drunk and kisses He Su Ye. He Su Ye reciprocates, and they share a passionate moment. The next day, He Su Ye confirms his feelings for her, and they officially become a couple, despite Shen Xi Fan's impending departure to study abroad.

He Su Ye confesses his feelings to Shen Xi Fan, but she rejects him due to her upcoming studies abroad. He Su Ye faces professional setbacks as his research funding is threatened. Shen Xi Fan struggles with her decision, and Fang Ke Xin confronts her about her mixed signals to He Su Ye. Ultimately, He Su Ye learns about Shen Xi Fan's fears, understanding her better.

He Su Ye returns to his hometown for Chinese New Year, facing tension with his father, He Sheng, and feeling out of place. He connects with Shen Xi Fan, who makes his birthday special despite their distance. Su Ye provides medical care to villagers and prepares a gift for Xi Fan. The episode highlights strained family relationships, budding romance, and cultural traditions.

He Su Ye returns to Hang City and gives Shen Xi Fan red beans and recipes, encouraging her to heal. He informs his grandfather about his father's new relationship. Shen Xi Fan delays her studies in Switzerland to stay longer with He Su Ye, but struggles to tell him. A medical emergency with Grandma Liu brings them closer, and He Su Ye is slightly upset when he learns about the delay from her directly. Zhao Ze is discharged, and He Su Ye relays his goodbye to Shen Xi Fan.

Relationships are tested and revealed. Lin Yi Shen and Xu Xiang Ya become a couple, while Fang Ke Xin breaks things off with He Su Ye. Su Ye pretends to be drunk to get Xi Fan's attention, stirring up her emotions. Xi Fan's ex, Yan Heng, arrives at the hotel, causing drama and forcing Xi Fan to confront her past. The episode ends with Xi Fan being reprimanded for her unprofessional behavior towards Yan Heng.

Yan Heng's reappearance causes Shen Xi Fan severe anxiety and distress. He attempts to win her back with public gestures and talks of marriage, but she rejects him. He Su Ye provides Xi Fan with emotional and medical support, helping her escape Yan Heng's advances. Xi Fan is urged by her manager to resolve the situation, while Su Ye learns of Yan Heng's disturbing influence on Xi Fan. The episode ends with Su Ye's research group receiving good news and him sharing a comforting message with Xi Fan.

Yan Heng tries to win Shen Xi Fan back, but she rejects him, revealing the truth about their breakup. He Su Ye supports Xi Fan, and she finally admits her feelings for him. They become a couple. Yan Heng is left heartbroken and blacklisted from a hotel. Xi Fan realizes she never liked Yan Heng's custom perfume, symbolizing her changed affections.

Shen Xi Fan and He Su Ye begin their romantic relationship, delighting in each other's company and sharing their happiness with friends and family. He Su Ye shows his affection through small gestures, like cooking and buying flowers. They navigate the initial stages of their relationship with open communication and consideration for each other's feelings. A humorous subplot involves He Su Ye's struggle with origami. Shen Xi Fan also confronts her ex, Yan Heng, firmly establishing her happiness with He Su Ye.

Xi Fan officially breaks up with her ex and introduces Su Ye to her parents. A double date with friends highlights He Su Ye's terrible photography skills but strengthens his bond with Lin Yi Shen. Grandma Liu gives them a parting gift before moving abroad. Xi Fan confronts He Su Ye about his early feelings for her, and the episode ends with Xi Fan giving He Su Ye a ring, signifying her commitment.

It's the Qingming Festival, and He Su Ye visits his mother's grave with Yu Li Ren. Shen Xi Fan's arrival brightens his mood. The two families spend a pleasant day at the herbal garden, where secrets about He Su Ye's past and the garden's ownership are revealed. He Su Ye's playful deception of Shen Xi Fan is exposed. He Su Ye is later given an opportunity to present his project at a TCM forum.

He Su Ye and Shen Xi Fan's relationship progresses amidst their busy schedules. Su Ye's research gets accepted into a summit, leading to a celebratory date with Xi Fan. Li Jie faces relationship insecurities with Fang Ke Xin. The episode culminates with the Medical Summit, where Xi Fan discovers that He Sheng is Su Ye's father, hinting at potential future conflicts or connections.

This episode focuses on the deepening relationship between He Su Ye and Shen Xi Fan, and the reconciliation between He Su Ye and his father, He Sheng. He Su Ye's professional success and Shen Xi Fan's support play key roles. The episode also features a significant gift (a bracelet), career changes, and discussions about the future, including traditional Chinese medicine.

Shen Xi Fan and He Su Ye spend a passionate night together after Xi Fan gets locked out. They encounter Xi Fan's parents, leading to an awkward dinner invitation. He Su Ye's good mood is noticed at the hospital, while Xi Fan is teased by friends. Li Jie confesses to Fang Ke Xin, who rejects him. He Su Ye is invited to teach. Yu Li Ren checks Shen's mother's pulse with concern. Xi Fan resigns from her job, and she and He Su Ye walk home together.

A famous actor's hotel visit excites staff and triggers jealousy among boyfriends. Shen Xi Fan prepares for studies abroad, discovering her mother's financial support. Shen's mother receives a breast cancer diagnosis, hiding it from Xi Fan with He Su Ye's help. Surgery is performed, and the tumor is malignant but hasn't spread, leading to a difficult decision about the extent of the surgery. Su Ye struggles with whether to tell Xi Fan the truth, as Li Jie believes she has a right to know.

Shen Xi Fan discovers that He Su Ye has been hiding her mother's cancer diagnosis. After an emotional confrontation and reconciliation, Xi Fan learns her mother's prognosis is good, but she grapples with the decision of studying abroad while her mother undergoes treatment. She receives her passport but is filled with conflict, realizing the weight of her choice.

Shen Xi Fan decides to pursue her study abroad dream after encouragement from He Su Ye and her mother. Her mother's health improves significantly after completing chemotherapy. He Su Ye supports Xi Fan's decision and helps her prepare, while also focusing on his work and missing her deeply. Xi Fan sends letters and videos to He Su Ye, updating him on her life and her mother's health. He Su Ye later understands a hidden meaning in a drawing from Xi Fan. At the end, Xi Fan gets a prestigious internship opportunity, delaying her return home.

Shen Xi Fan returns from her two-month internship, reuniting passionately with He Su Ye. They navigate playful teasing and heartfelt moments. Xi Fan decides to start a tea shop with Xu Xiang Ya. As winter arrives, Xi Fan proposes, and Su Ye accepts. Their spring wedding is a joyous celebration with friends, family, and reconciled relationships. The episode concludes with a message of enduring love and self-love.