I was criticized on a dating reality show, but I retaliated and became an internet sensation.

Director Liu: "Next."

Fang Yutong stood up gracefully, picked up the small pink paper bag, and walked lightly to Yu Shize.

"Shize, this... is for you."

Her voice was soft, with just the right amount of shyness.

Yu Shize took it and carefully untied the ribbon.

Inside was a dark blue tie, of fine quality, with an exquisite subtle pattern.

Fang Yutong looked at him, her gaze gentle and tender:

"I remember you really like dark blue. The navy blue suit you wore to the fashion awards last time would have looked even better with this."

Yu Shize stared at the tie, then looked up at her, a gentle smile spreading across his eyes behind his glasses: "You still remember."

Fang Yutong lowered her eyes slightly, a smile playing on her lips, her voice soft: "I remember everything about you."

Yu Shize reached out and gently squeezed her hand holding the paper bag; his palm was warm. "Thank you, I like it very much."

Fang Yutong shook her head, withdrew her hand, and gracefully walked back to her seat.

[A tie! It's a tie! Does it mean "to tie you down"?!]

"I remember everything about you"—that's so touching!

[Yu Shize held her hand! His eyes were so gentle! This couple is so sweet!]

Director Liu: "Next."

Han Jingxue stood up.

She didn't take anything.

All eyes were on her.

Han Jingxue was silent for two seconds before speaking, her voice clear and calm: "My gift has no wrapping."

She raised her left hand, fully revealing the old, dark red string on her wrist.

Her gaze swept over everyone and landed directly on Shen Yihuai's face.

She didn't say anything, she just looked at him.

Shen Yihuai's gaze fell on the red rope and paused.

He knows him.

Five years ago, in an ancient town in Jiangnan, they met an old craftsman who made red ropes.

The old man said that this method of weaving the love knot is unique to his family, and he only weaves one knot a year, which he then gives to someone who is destined to receive it.

He bought one and gave it to her.

He said, "Wear it, and don't take it off."

later……

He thought she had picked it.

But now, she stands before him wearing that red string.

Shen Yihuai looked at the red rope, his Adam's apple bobbing.

He didn't ask what it meant.

He understands.

Her gift was—

opportunity.

Han Jingxue looked at him, waited two seconds to make sure he understood, then withdrew her hand and turned back to her seat.

She walked quickly, with her usual brisk pace.

But this time, Shu Zi, who had been watching her closely, caught a glimpse of her lips curving upwards very slightly and quickly as she turned around.

So faint as to be almost invisible, yet it truly exists.

Shen Yihuai remained seated, his gaze following her back until she sat down.

Then, he lowered his head, looked at his empty palms, and slowly, he smiled.

[Han Jingxue showed Shen Yihuai a red string?! And said nothing?!]

Shen Yihuai understood! That look in his eyes!!!

His Adam's apple bobbed; he definitely knew what it meant.

They didn't say anything, but they understood everything. This couple is truly...

So what exactly does the red string mean? Is there a class representative here?

[It must be their secret code; others might not understand it, but Shen Yihuai does.]

[Ahhhh! Sister Han smiled!!! She smiled when she turned around!]

Director Liu: "Next."

Shu Zi took a deep breath and stood up.

She turned around, picked up the dark blue paint tube from beside the chair, walked up to Gu Yan, and handed it to him: "This is for you."

Gu Yan took the painting tube, unscrewed the lid, and pulled out a roll of drawing paper.

He unfolded it.

It's a cat.

Orange, chubby, squatting in the sunlight, squinting, looking lazy, its tail curled into a question mark.

There are two characters in the bottom right corner – Aci.

【Aci? Is this the Aci I know?】

Which Aci? Specify!

[That mysterious "Aci" in the art world! The last disciple of the master of traditional Chinese painting, Mr. Han!]

How did Shu-Tzu get A-Ci's drawing?

This gift is incredible! Aci's paintings are practically priceless!

Wait, who is Aci? Is he famous? (Sincerely asking)

[Background Information: Aci is a legendary figure in the world of calligraphy and painting. He was the only direct disciple of Mr. Han in his later years. He has never appeared in public, and his gender remains a mystery. He produces very few works, but each one is a masterpiece. He is a recognized genius in the collecting and art circles.]

So where did Shuzi come from? Does she know Aci? How could she get a handwritten note?

[Could it be... a high-quality fake? Giving away a fake painting on a TV show would be embarrassing.]

[Shu Zi can't be that stupid, right? This is easy to expose.]

[I have a bold idea... Could Shu Zi be... A Ci herself?]

[Is the person upstairs crazy? An artist of Aci's caliber would come to film this kind of dating reality show?]

【Why not? Look at Shu Zi's skill level yesterday when she was drawing blindfolded. Is that something an average amateur could achieve?】

[Stop speculating. Aci has never shown his face, so nobody knows if he's male or female.]

[What's all the fuss about? This painting is really beautiful.]

Gu Yan looked at the painting "Cat" and fell silent.

His gaze lingered on the adorable cat and the two small characters "Aci".

A moment later, he carefully rolled up the painting and put it back into the painting tube, moving very gently.

He knew what the painting meant to her.

He always knew.

[Gu Yan didn't ask anything??? He just put it away???]

He didn't seem surprised at all.

So Gu Yan knows who Aci is?

Could it be that Shuzi really is...?

[Impossible, impossible, you're overthinking it.]

Director Liu: "The last one."

Gu Yan stood up.

He picked up the long, thin white paper bag at his feet, walked up to Shuzi, and handed it to her.

Shu Zi took the paper bag, opened it, and pulled out a picture frame.

It's not big, about the size of a palm.

The picture frame contains a small painting.

The drawing depicts a girl with a ponytail, squatting on the ground eating watermelon, her face covered in watermelon juice, her eyes crinkling with laughter.

The paper has turned yellow, and the edges are curled up a bit.

Shu Zi was stunned and stared at the painting for a long time.

"...You didn't throw it away?"

Gu Yan looked at her: "I said, you have to have it whether you want it or not."

Shu Zi opened her mouth, but her throat felt like it was blocked by something.

She lowered her head, and after a long pause, said, "...Thank you."

Gu Yan looked at her, a slight smile curving his lips: "You're welcome."

[Oh my god!!! This is a drawing of Shu Zi by Gu Yan when he was a child?!]

The paper has yellowed; he's kept it for so many years.

Shuzi's eyes seem to be red.

All the gifts have been given out.

Director Liu closed the task card and faced the camera:

"The first episode of 'For Your Heart's Desire' has come to an end!"

"Thank you to all the guests for your sincere efforts throughout the week, and thank you to all the viewers in front of the screen for your company."