To Be a Better Man(2016)

To Be a Better Man is a Chinese drama series that follows Lu Yuan, a renowned Michelin 3-starred chef who built his career in America. Known for his ruthless temperament in the kitchen, Lu Yuan transforms into a devoted, honest man when it comes to matters of the heart. After a devastating car accident claims his best friend's life, Lu Yuan returns home to his hometown carrying his friend's remains. There he unexpectedly reunites with Gan Jing, his ex-lover, alongside their former classmate Jiang Haokun and his younger sister Jiang Lai. The collision of past and present forces Lu Yuan to confront old wounds and unresolved feelings as he navigates complex relationships with those who once shaped his life. The series explores themes of redemption, second chances, and the tension between ambition and personal connection.