Episode Summary
"The Best Thing" Episode 23 focuses on the deepening relationship between He Suye and Shen Xifan, and the reconciliation between He Suye and his father, He Sheng. He Suye's professional success and Shen Xifan'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.
Spoiler Alert
In Episode 23 of "The Best Thing," He Suye and Shen Xifan's relationship continues to deepen, but family complications create tension. During a lunch break, He Suye tries to steal a kiss from Shen Xifan, but she playfully reminds him of their "ten-meter safety distance" rule. He Suye is worried about the strained relationship he has with his father, He Sheng. While He Sheng was initially concerned about He Suye's solitary life and focused on his son's relationship status, he became happy about He Suye dating Shen Xifan.
Later that evening, Shen Xifan asks He Suye about his relationship with his father. He Suye reveals that his father's neglect of the family led to his mother's early death from cancer. Shen Xifan is deeply moved by his story and, showing her care, tells him to prepare his suit for the next day.
At a professional event, Shen Xifan and Xu Xiangya's incorporation of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) into catering and aromatherapy is a hit. He Suye also presents his research on post-operative care using TCM and chemotherapy, which receives international acclaim. He Sheng, witnessing his son's success and passion, is moved to tears.
Recognizing the deep rift between father and son, Shen Xifan arranges a dinner for them, featuring TCM tea and medicinal cuisine designed by He Suye. During the meal, He Sheng asks about He Suye and Shen Xifan's marriage plans, a question that Yu Liren helps deflect. After dinner, He Sheng and He Suye have a heart-to-heart, with He Sheng expressing support for his son's work and suggesting they collaborate on research combining cardiac surgery and TCM.
Later, He Suye gives Shen Xifan a bracelet that belonged to his mother, declaring his love for her. They embrace, deeply moved. Back home, Shen Xifan's parents are delighted to see the bracelet, and the family enjoys a moment of happiness.
As the forum concludes, He Sheng thanks Shen Xifan for her help. She shares He Suye's perspective on hospice care with He Sheng, assuring him that his son is not only passionate about life but also dedicated to helping others reignite their passion.
He Suye, smiling, receives a photo from Shen Xifan. His colleagues tease him about his relationship, with one even sharing a news report about his presentation. They encourage him to settle down soon.
Shen's parents leave for a trip, leaving Shen Xifan at home. Xu Xiangya, about to resign from the hotel, invites Shen Xifan and He Suye to dinner with Lin Yishen. Xu Xiangya asks He Suye about the feasibility of opening a medicinal cuisine health center, and He Suye is supportive, even offering to supply herbs. Lin Yishen asks He Suye about Shen Xifan's plan to resign and study abroad, and He Suye expresses his full support. As the evening ends, Shen Xifan reflects on her seven years at the hotel, feeling grateful for witnessing He Suye's professional success and his reconciliation with his father.
