Don’t marry a jealous doctor

Pei Qi is a young and talented artifact restorer working in a traditional studio alongside senior craftsmen. Despite his professional promise, his personal life is marked by isolation and a lack of romantic experience. His third aunt, concerned about his solitude, arranges a blind date with a surgeon named Guan Yue, praising his medical skills and character. Unbeknownst to Pei Qi, this arrangement is not coincidental. Guan Yue is the man Pei Qi spent a chaotic, alcohol-fueled night with weeks prior, an encounter that ended with Pei Qi fleeing in panic the next morning. The blind date quickly reveals this shared history when Guan Yue recognizes Pei Qi and references intimate details from that night, leaving Pei Qi flustered and embarrassed.

The core conflict arises from the sudden shift in their relationship dynamics. Pei Qi, who intended to use the blind date to find a stable partner to satisfy societal and personal expectations, is instead confronted by the very stranger he tried to forget. Guan Yue, however, views the situation differently. He proposes marriage immediately, framing it as a matter of responsibility since Pei Qi was a virgin during their encounter. Despite the absurdity and speed of the proposal, Pei Qi finds himself agreeing, partly due to Guan Yue’s impeccable credentials and partly because he feels a strange sense of inevitability. The two proceed to register their marriage the very next day, entering a union that is legally binding but emotionally undefined.

Following the marriage, the story explores the awkward adjustments of cohabitation. Guan Yue invites Pei Qi to move into his luxurious apartment, citing convenience and the practicalities of their respective work schedules. Pei Qi, who is used to living alone and maintaining strict boundaries, struggles with the intrusion into his personal space. He is particularly sensitive about his habit of sleeping with the lights on, a remnant of childhood insecurity, which Guan Yue observes with a mix of curiosity and tenderness. The narrative highlights the contrast between Pei Qi’s humble, simple lifestyle and Guan Yue’s orderly, high-status existence, yet it also reveals moments of unexpected care, such as Guan Yue preparing breakfast and gently wiping crumbs from Pei Qi’s face.

A key turning point occurs when Pei Qi brings homemade buns to Guan Yue at the hospital, leading to a vulnerable interaction in the doctor’s on-duty room. This moment breaks down some of the professional barriers between them, allowing for a more personal connection. Guan Yue initiates plans to spend time together, explicitly stating his desire to become familiar with Pei Qi. Their weekend trip to the supermarket further illustrates the developing dynamic, as they navigate daily life together. Guan Yue’s attentiveness to Pei Qi’s preferences, such as noting the scent of Pei Qi’s plum shampoo, suggests a deepening interest that goes beyond mere obligation.

The story direction points toward a gradual emotional thaw. Pei Qi, initially guarded and unsure, begins to accept Guan Yue’s presence in his life. The narrative focuses on the slow burn of a relationship built on a chaotic foundation, moving from awkwardness to tentative comfort. As they share meals, shop for household items, and navigate the complexities of their new marriage, the boundaries between duty and genuine affection begin to blur. The story sets the stage for a romance where two very different individuals learn to understand and care for each other, transforming a marriage of convenience into a potential partnership built on mutual respect and growing love.