Arc 2A Haven by the Sea
During the Roaming Group’s seaside challenges, Xie Huan continually cared for Pei Tingyun, while Pei Tingyun began questioning whether his growing attachment was love. The arc ended with them still holding hands after repeatedly tying in a blindfolded game.
- Pei Tingyun recognized Xie Huan as the boy he had rescued as a child, while Xie Huan continued to pursue him with small acts of care.
- The Roaming Group challenged the director through pranks and volleyball, then completed romantic photo tasks together to win dinner.
- Xie Huan’s predictions proved reliable as the group endured torrential rain, shared a narrow bed, and completed a food-identification challenge.
- When a chef threatened Xie Huan with a gun, Pei Tingyun jumped in front of him, and Xie Huan protected him as they escaped the attack.
- Pei Tingyun negotiated better meals for the group and joined Xie Huan on a snorkeling trip, where Xie Huan held his hand throughout.
- Pei Tingyun began wondering whether he loved Xie Huan, while Xie Huan kept showing him special care, including fetching his gloves so he could eat comfortably.
- Xie Huan rode a children’s bicycle behind Pei Tingyun along the beach, holding him close when the bicycle bolted.
- During a blindfolded game, Pei Tingyun reached for Xie Huan and they held hands while repeatedly tying, until Tang Keni gave up and suggested they eat.