The Best Thing

Ray of hope for love, Healing drama

This drama is really amazing.
It's a ray of hope for people who have lost their faith in love. It will make you want to fall in love again with positivity. Such a soothing portrayal.
It gives you such immense happiness, it feels like something is healing inside you.
If you are into happy fluffy dramas just go for it.
I never thought I will get to see such a healing and happy drama after Love Me, Love My Voice but here we are 😊😊😊

The way FL treated him with such delicacy and care, it was just as if a beautiful Prince treatment .
The most beautiful wedding scene I have seen in a Chinese drama with so many people and such a great setup with flowers and amazing beautiful costumes. Just Perfect!!!

The Best Thing I Ever Did was to start watching this without having any clue of what this is about.
I feel this drama found me because I always hope I get to see good soothing drama 😍😍
Also loved the Cinematography and songs are 10/10.
Definitely added them to my playlist 💜💜

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Truly the best thing

I started watching this because of Zhang Linghe ..it's my first time seeing him in a modern drama and he did extremely well and the cinematography is absolutely beautiful.
I kept looking forward for every episode , every golden nugget of information on TCM ..it has a very healing vibe throughout.
This is also my very first drama of Xu Ruohan , she is extremely pretty and I liked her acting as well...the emotional scenes are very well portrayed by her.
Pros:
1)He Suye as a character is very understanding of Shen Xifan , the troubles she is going through and supports her throughout her journey..he is a complete green forest.
2)Zhang Linghe looks absolutely handsome 💖
3) No censor cuts on beautiful kissing scenes 👀🔥
4) Absolutely gorgeous shots of landscape , you will love all the flowers 💐
5)Loved the SFL and SML as well.
Watch this if you want to go along the beautiful healing journey of Shen Xifan and He Suye.
Cons:
The only issue is where to find He Suye in real life 😭

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A Drama That Feels Like a Warm Hug

Okay, this is officially my go-to comfort drama! It has everything I crave when I’m in the mood for something soft, romantic, and heartwarming.

We’re talking *breathtaking* scenery, amazing leads, an adorably sweet first meeting, and a love story that feels like a gentle breeze on a sunny afternoon. The tropes? *Absolute perfection*—well, most of them—but especially the ML falling first and *falling hard*. His eyes, his utterly smitten expressions… *swoon*! He’s a total dreamboat, and a doctor at that?! Like, seriously, could this be any more perfect?

And let’s not forget our FL—bubbly, lively, and genuinely sweet without ever crossing into childish or annoying territory (at least for me!). Together, they create a love story that’s not just beautiful, but also *comforting*, wrapped in chill vibes, an amazing OST, and, of course, the happy ending we all secretly (or not so secretly) long for.

Is life always this perfect? Nope. But after a long, exhausting day, there’s nothing better than cozying up and watching love unfold in a world where everything feels just a little bit softer, a little bit sweeter. We all know life has its fair share of hardships—tears, struggles, and heartache—but there’s also warmth, beauty, and joy if we choose to see it. And experiencing that through *this* couple’s story? It’s like sipping a cup of rich hot chocolate with extra whipped cream, wrapped in the softest blanket, letting all worries melt away for a little while.

Pure, positive, and utterly heart-soothing—this drama is a little slice of happiness I’ll be revisiting again and again. 💕✨

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Soft, Sweet & Stunning – A Cozy Romance You’ll Adore

This drama?? PURE FLUFFY GOODNESS!! It’s the kind of drama where you can just sit back, relax, and enjoy—no unnecessary stress, They have their fair share of misunderstandings, but the fun kind—the ones that make you laugh instead of stress out, no over-the-top drama… just good vibes all around.

I loved the FL’s family dynamics! It felt so warm and real, The way they support each other (and the occasional chaos that comes with it) made everything even more enjoyable.

And the leads?? Absolutely adorable! Their interactions were cute, fluffy, sometimes awkward, and that little jealousy moment?? LOVED IT. Everything about their journey felt so real and relatable, like something you could actually see happening in real life. Just two people gradually falling for each other in a way that actually makes sense.

Also, ML??A complete GREEN FLAG and A real fox!! Hehee.. The "green tea boy" nickname suits him way too well! He knew exactly what he was doing, and I was living for it. Meanwhile, the FL completely nailed her role—she brought so much charm and authenticity to her character, making her feel super refreshing to watch. And together? Their chemistry was on point! Face card, acting —everything was a 10/10 for me!

Visually, this drama is STUNNING!!. The cinematography, colors, contrast, and frames—everything was just sooo beautiful, an actual treat for the eyes! Plus, the OST? Chef’s kiss.

Oh, and extra points for how well they incorporated TCM! The way they used herb names for the episode titles?? Lowkey genius! Little details like that just make the drama feel even more special.

Overall, if you’re looking for something lighthearted, fun, and full of heart, The Best Thing is definitely worth watching!

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Slow burn romance with hot doctor ?

This drama?? Unexpectedly stole my heart. The female lead is strong, guarded, and healing in her own quiet ways. And the male lead?? A literal walking green flag disguised as a charming fox. Playful but patient, witty but never pushy—he waits, he understands, and he sees her in ways no one else does.

The chemistry? A slow burn that actually burns. The banter? Sharp. The moments of vulnerability? Gut-wrenchingly sweet.

It’s not just about romance—it’s about timing, growth, and finding someone who doesn’t rush your healing, but holds space for it.

The Best Thing didn’t come here to play. It came to wreck me gently.

10/10 would rewatch just to smile like a fool again.

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A cute love story with sprinkles of learnings on traditional Chinese medicine (TCM)

Okay I admit. I watched this for Zhang Ling He. Well, I'm sure most of everyone who watched this did.

So it's not just me yea ( ദ്ദി ˙ᗜ˙ )

I did enjoy the drama overall! The leads are super super cute. It has this soft, sweeting and calming vibe that makes me wish I was the FL here with the ML heh- “爱你，是我做过最好的事。” aww.

💖 What I enjoyed
• Story: Overall it's a healing, spring-themed drama where our FL grew from her heartbreak and learn to prioritise herself better. A modern drama that is relatable to those of us who are often so busy we lost sight of ourselves. Watch this if you need a break from life and want some sweetness and hope that things will be better... well they will definitely be!!

• ML & FL pairing: Super good-looking pair! The site I watched the drama on has a this live comment section so I was constantly seeing people questioning the pairing of Xu Ruo Han with Zhang Ling He- I was so annoyed omg. Girlie is confident and so pretty, idk what's wrong with people's eyes. Sure, Zhang Ling He is like the epitome of ~good looks~ but come on. I really like the vibe they bring together and this brings me to my next point-

• Chemistry: The pairing has a healthy relationship together, which some people may find boring/not exciting/not loving enough, but I really enjoy the lovey dovey calming vibe around them without crazy dramas. Just a regular couple finding their way in life :) Kissing scenes are not bad hehe

• ML, specifically: Come on, he's just perfect. Good-looking, good personality (with a healthy dose of green tea 小心机 that makes him even cuter haha), reputable job, clever, practically the home doctor now for FL, tall, rich, loving, considerate, CAN COOK?! Omg they need to stop making perfect ML it's not healthy cough...

• Acting: Cast is good, feels very natural in showing various emotions from happiness to tension to sadness etc. Especially, FL's parents?! At the back episodes when they went through an... ordeal, the emotions they showed with their eyes red and brimming with tears I was impressed and really cried along.

• Story around TCM: Refreshing. There has been other dramas surrounding to the topic of TCM, but I haven't seen a lot of those, especially where they dive more into tips and specific ingredients. I did come out of this with new knowledge so who says drama is a waste of time huh? hahaha

• Music: 你在我喜欢的世界里 by Silence Wang is sweet and pretty representative of the entire drama for me

💥 What I didn't quite like-
• Also... story: While I enjoyed the healing story it does feel a little boring sometimes. Having come from a serious period cdrama marathon where we have families and clans dying, the stakes are definitely higher lol. For modern dramas it does lack a bit of zest? Maybe they can have more meaningful things happen I guess, not necessarily people dying left and right, it just felt a bit bland. And by that I don't mean misunderstandings and problematic things I just want something more exciting to happen...

• FL's personality, sometimes: She's super brave for walking out from her heartbreak with her ex-boyfriend of 7 years, but it's just a bit annoying at times especially when she handled things too slowly when her ex came back again. I know I don't understand how she feels as a victim of getting gaslight on all the time, I tried my best to empathise anyway. Not a big problem on this for me, I just wish she was stronger (just a personal preference!)

• Ethicality: Hmmm. The fact that the ML as a doctor got together with his patient FL was a little iffy for me. Not very ethical in my books... everything is cute and fluffy, but I wish there could have been more that connects them (like they joined some flower arrangement workshops and met each other there, rather than just the oh-so-convenient we live in the same estate!) This did put me off in around the first 5-8 episodes and took me more time to get into the healing ~vibes~

• Depth of the TCM topic: I loved how they dive into the topic of TCM, but I want something more? It felt like they went in with a bit of depth but it also feels like they barely scratched the surface ya know what I mean? Maybe a future drama with a bit more technicality weaved in together with the storytelling could be interesting.

• Voiceover: Very weird, some characters are very obviously recorded naturally, while the 2 leads are voiced over by their recording. It is super obvious and you can 101% tell. I understand the production wanted a better for quality for the leads but this is my main qualm about cdramas - the juxtaposition between the voiceover for the leads and the natural recording for the supporting characters really threw me off sometimes and make them feel robotic and fake :( One moment you're like aww this scene is so cute and the next you're like wait what who's that robot-

Had a good time with this regardless, very cute (I have repeated this for so many times)- just lacking the excitement which makes it feel almost like another typical modern romance drama. The TCM part saves it quite a bit in differentiating.

Can't wait to see Zhang Ling He in his other upcoming dramas!

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Heartwarming but no Plot

Update: I have completed the drama and I will add .5 to my initial rating just for the proposal and wedding, the wedding scene made me smile/laugh.
Although the drama was at its core, heartwarming, it ultimately wasn’t the best thing I have watched.

I am @ ep24 and I have on an overall scale enjoyed the drama but I have rolled my eyes a couple of times with some things
I like how she went to him for the confession but first of all, she took off from work but all of a sudden we see her @ work just so she can “surprisingly” see the gift left by that crazy ass ex and then have her “I have moved on” revelation, also the whole let’s go throw out the trash so as not to have the confession scene in a less picturesque place, that scene was IMO done only because they wanted the whole petal falling when they kissed scene, if so they should have just organically met outside.
Then we have seen that their building uses passcodes but all of a sudden. She now forgot her keys and she has to stay @ his place, they have been drumming their matured ages in our ears the whole drama, why then is this roundabout tactics needed for her to stay over in his place.
Finally, i know breakups can be hard but I felt this drama went way overboard with her grief and anguish. She already cried and mourned the relationship after it ended and I get she didn’t get closure since he broke up with her over text, but crying and wailing and have literal nightmares one year later just felt a bit too much for my likeness, not forgetting the whole getting insomnia because of a relationship.
But i do really love her parents relationship and her relationship with them, also her relationship with her friends… i wish we got to see more of her friends romantic relationship
Will update my final rating after I finish the drama but so far

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A Beautiful, Uncomplicated, & Healing Love

If you’re in the mood for a drama with low angst & sweet romance, I recommend giving this drama a chance. This is an easy watch that won’t cause your heart lots of trauma. 😉 It reminds us that, even when things seem impossible or too overwhelming, there’s always hope. That we can overcome each obstacle step by step, one day at a time. That our value is not determined by someone else’s opinion of us. That before we can appropriately love someone else, we need to first learn to love ourselves. That we have the right to live our lives & pursue our dreams just like everyone else. That we shouldn’t waste our energy & efforts on someone who only gives us the scraps of their time & affection.
It reminds us that true, deep, & abiding love does exist. And it just might show up when we least expect it, but exactly when we need it. ❤️‍🩹

The Leads -

The ML: Here’s another wonderful man to add to our growing pile under the title, “GREEN”. He’s a kind & dedicated doctor in the field of TCM. The loss of his mother to cancer when he was younger had a huge impact on him choosing to pursue this career path over modern medicine, creating more friction between him & his distant father. Thankfully, he’s always had his beloved grandfather (also a TCM doctor) to help fill the void he feels from his parents’ absence.
He’s immediately intrigued by the FL when they meet by chance & eagerly anticipates her follow up appointments. His care for her is so instinctive & genuine, both as her doctor & then later as a man who likes/loves her. He’s always gentle & patient with her, even when she’s being difficult. He speaks to her kindly & even when he teases her, it’s never with any hint of cruelty. He only ever wants the best for her. He’s hurt & confused when she rejects his confession, but still shows his depth of goodness & caring for her in their following interactions. And when he’s given renewed hope that she may reciprocate his feelings, he makes it known to her that he’s willing to wait while she focuses on her healing, never pressuring her to hurry up. His love for her is selfless & he embodies the statement of “he healed something he never broke.”
And the way he protects her from her ex? Swoon! We as the viewers get to see the contrasts between the two men immediately, while it takes the FL longer to really open her eyes to all their differences. But that moment, when the ML steps between her & her ex when he has the audacity to show up to her family home? Ooh buddy! Their differences are SHINING in that moment & it makes her ex look a gazillion times worse & I.loved.it!!!
Okay, okay. Sorry. Enough about the ML’s awesomeness!

The FL: I admit, she took me a bit longer to warm up to just cause I couldn’t relate to her at first. Her actions & choices frustrated me at times because her ex treated her like crap but she just took it. She was very weak in the beginning of the show (which I know was to help show her character growth & journey of healing) so I admit I wasn’t her biggest fan at the start. It’s not that I disliked her as such, I just didn’t connect with her in the initial episodes. She had a valid reason for why she was struggling - her boyfriend was NOT a nice person to her, the poor thing. I wanted to hug her & tell her she deserved so much better than to be treated like that! Her true strength shines through in the moments where, despite all the hard stuff she’s silently enduring, she remains a very kind, loyal, hardworking, & upbeat person. She has goals & dreams that she’s making plans to pursue, but she’s weighed down by the expectations & harsh treatment from her ex. He’s very demeaning towards her & belittles her career, so she has self-esteem issues & suffers from extreme insomnia. Which is how she crosses paths with the ML - she’s tried so much stuff & nothing’s helped so her parents urge her to try TCM. And thus their story begins.
I enjoyed watching her interact with the ML. It was such a sweet contrast to her interactions with her ex (who doesn’t become an official ex for a few episodes, fyi.) I often found myself wondering if she was aware of how much happier she was in the ML’s presence than she was with the guy who professed to love her. And I know she was going abroad so she didn’t want to enter a relationship right before leaving (especially since her last long-distance relationship went so horribly) but I still wanted to be like, “girl - when you meet a man this GREEN, you grab hold of that hand he’s extending & never let go!!” Hahaha!
I appreciated how much character growth she had. She went from being emotionally/mentally “weak” to a woman who was confident in herself & completely secure in her relationship. She suffered a lot but she worked hard & overcame her PTSD. And while she still made some choices I wanted to shake her for {{in the scene after the ex’s press conference, I was literally yelling at my screen for her to stop looking his way & to break the eye contact because whyyyyy give him any “leverage” to use against you?! Bleh}} I came to really like her character. The way she openly & proudly loves the ML was so good to see after all he did to win her heart. When she eventually accepts her feelings & allows herself to be with him, they make you feel this great relief at them finally being together. And how sweet they are!

Them: Together, they’re precious. They’re openly affectionate & spend every moment together that they can. They’re playful & flirtatious, while also being each other’s source of encouragement & support when they encounter hard things. They’re a very healthy couple whose adoration of one another is very apparent. Also, they have some great chemistry that will make you melt so be prepared.🔥🫠
One of my favorite & most memorable lines comes from the ML’s proposal - “If you give me your life’s time, I’ll give you my life’s love.” Swoon!!! We also learn why the drama is called “The Best Thing” in their wedding vows, when they each declare that “Loving you is the best thing I’ve ever done.” So sweet! They’re definitely a couple with tons of scenes that you can rewatch over & over.
Oh! And the flowers!! I loved how many different varieties & colors were shown, but then when we learn the significance of the flowers he was always seeing her with & learned the real impact they had on him?? PERFECTION!!

The Plot & Pacing -
The storyline was good. A journey of healing the mind & body, while also healing the heart. It’s mostly lighthearted, though it does include some heavier topics too. There’s a lot of references to TCM treatments/remedies that were interesting to learn. I’m not familiar with TCM, though, so I can’t comment on the accuracy of the info given. I personally prefer more natural/homeopathic type “medicine” so these scenes & snippets didn’t bore me. I did find the pacing to be a bit slow at times, with a few episodes not really having anything happening beyond the cast interacting. It didn’t bother me, though, as I really enjoyed watching our Leads interact.

Support Characters -
FL’s Besties: I never had any complaints with the male of their trio, but the female bothered me at times. She had quite a few childish/immature/petty moments, which is never attractive, imho. Those two are the secondary couple, & the male definitely saved that relationship for me.
ML’s Coworkers: The guys cracked me up, while at the same time I kept questioning if it’s normal for colleagues to feel entitled to every bit of information surrounding your private life?! The female intern didn’t bug me too much until she made the way wrong decision to confront the FL (and let me also say that the way the ML handled that whole situation? *Chef’s Kiss* It just made him even greener!).
FL’s Parents: I was a bit concerned they were gonna be the typical controlling & psychotic type, but that thankfully eased off after the first several episodes. I really came to like them both & they ways they loved one another, as well as their daughter. And their 100% acceptance & approval of the ML definitely didn’t hurt things!
ML’s Grandpa: He’s so precious! I love how he never forced his opinions on the ML. He treated him as the adult he was & trusted his grandson to make his own choices regarding his personal life. He was never anything but supportive, proving to be his grandson’s number one fan.

Watching this drama was an enjoyable way to spend the required hours. While it may not be life-changing, it’s entertaining & sweet. And so pretty - the cinematography is so well done with wonderful colors & lighting. 💚

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The things I always want to know 😏😉…
- First(real)Kiss : ep.12💋
- Together : ep.18 👩🏻‍❤️‍👨🏻
- BreakUp : Nope 💘

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Truly, love is the best thing <3

The Best Thing is a 2025 chinese romantic drama starring Linghe and Ruohan. The plot follows Shen Xi Fan, a hotel manager who suffers from insomnia due to the stresses caused by her seven-year relationship, which is on the brink of ending. In search of relief for her symptoms, she turns to He Su Ye, a doctor specializing in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Initially, their relationship is strictly professional, with He Su Ye treating Shen Xi Fan's problems. However, as they discover they are neighbors, a deeper connection begins to form. Over time, what starts as a patient-doctor relationship transforms into something more intimate, leading to a light, love-filled, and trusting romance.

POSITIVE POINTS:

1. Approach to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM): The introduction of TCM into the plot was an enriching, interesting, and educational aspect. This is undoubtedly the drama's standout feature, as it offers an alternative approach to healing and symptom relief. In each episode, we are introduced to a new herb or medicinal plant, with explanations about its health benefits and how it can be used to treat various conditions.

2. Cinematography, Photography, and OST: The cinematography and photography are undoubtedly some of the most beautiful I’ve had the pleasure of experiencing in recent times. It was a deeply immersive, comforting, and sensory experience. The production not only captured the aesthetic beauty of the story but also used visual symbolism to reinforce central themes of the series, such as TCM and the development of the relationship. Additionally, the OST is enchanting, with soft music accompanying the cute, romantic, and introspective moments of the plot, creating a sense of comfort and serenity.

3. Chemistry Between the Protagonists and Interaction with the Supporting Cast: The development of the romance was beautiful, showing the gradual and genuine growth of intimacy between the two, which strengthened over time. What stands out is how they not only fall in love but also support each other's dreams, demonstrating what a solid foundation in a relationship truly looks like. Furthermore, the way they help each other overcome personal and emotional challenges makes their connection even more beautiful. Another positive aspect is how the supporting characters were introduced. There were no major twists or dramatic conflicts, but each character's interaction contributed significantly to the couple's story, providing moments of lightness, humor, and reflection. These interactions helped enrich the narrative, offering balance to the different moments of the plot.

4. Story Development: The plot was well-constructed, respecting the initial premise of the drama, with a gradual, slow, and calm pace that allows us to absorb the evolution of the relationship between Xi Fan and Su Ye naturally. As mentioned before, there were no forced dramatic moments, which, in my opinion, helped maintain the authenticity of the story. Rather than resorting to exaggerated conflicts, the script focuses on the intimate development of the characters, allowing their feelings to grow slowly. This more subtle approach made their romance even more captivating for me.

OVERALL:

"The Best Thing" is an extremely rich visual experience, featuring a healthy, sweet, and calm romance, with Traditional Chinese Medicine as the backdrop of the plot. This combination of serene romance and themes of healing provides a unique and culturally enriching narrative. My rating is 9.5/10.

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Fluffy, healing, romantic. Zhang Linghe is the star of the show.

This drama is about the female lead who goes to a TCM (traditional chinese medicine) doctor (the male lead), in order to cure her insomnia. The story follows their daily lives and love story. The big focus of the drama is the female lead’s job and insomnia (due to emotional stress from her ex-boyfriend). We also get a glimpse of the male lead’s job and his strained relationship with his dad (more of a side plot).

POSITIVE:
- Fluffy, cozy, romantic and healing.
- Zhang Linghe looked sexy as always. I loved the calm, secure and protective presence his character gave off here.
- Dreamy cinematography. Vibrant colours and many stunning flower landscape shots.
- Sweet and sexy kiss scenes.
- No break up, no misunderstandings, no drama. This is a very stress-free show.
- Nice OST.
- Traditional chinese medicine highlights that got me interested in the topic.
- Cute ending that puts a smile on your face.

NEGATIVE:
- The second half was boring at times, especially as the leads got together. Somehow I needed more skinship/romance as a couple.
- Mother’s sickness. I hated the sickness plotline so much, it almost ruined the drama for me. I didn’t like the resolution either. I could do without these two episodes.
- Lackluster ending. Ok, the wedding was super cute and all but at the same time I felt bored and kept thinking “when is it going to end”. The last two episodes were nice montages but I expected actual dialogue with you know, heartwarming words and all.

OVERALL:
This is the perfect drama to watch if you have a stressful life and need something sweet and uncomplicated to relax your mind with. It’s cute, it’s cozy, it’s romantic. If you love Zhang Linghe, it's definitely a must watch especially as this is his best modern drama so far. If you don’t know the male actor, well… you will LOVE HIM. He is the perfect boyfriend here, charming, calm, sexy, caring. Basically every girl’s dream. And the drama is just that. Dreamy. You won’t find mindblowing dialogue or deep plot. But if you want sweet vibes, with a healthy relationship and beautiful spring settings, watch this.

FAVOURITE QUOTE:
Loving you is the best thing I've ever done! (ep 28 / male lead)

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