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If you thought Sang Yan asking for apples in The First Frost was just a random request, think again!
This little moment actually holds deep cultural meaning, especially in China.
So, let’s break it down.
Wen Yifan had big plans for the New Year—she was supposed to get a birthday gift ready for Sang Yan.
But, duty called, and she was sent to cover a landslide in Beiyu instead.
Right before she left, on Christmas Eve, Sang Yan casually asked her to bring home apples.
Now, if you’re watching from Singapore or anywhere else outside China, you might not think much of it.
But in China, giving apples on Christmas Eve is a huge tradition.
The reason?
It all comes down to the language.
"Ping an ye" means "peaceful night," and "ping guo" (apple) sounds like "peaceful fruit."
Basically, gifting apples is a way to wish someone peace and happiness.
Here’s where it gets even more interesting—when a guy being pursued by a girl asks for an apple on Christmas Eve, it’s actually a subtle way of showing appreciation for her attention.
It’s like a little nudge, a hint that he’s open to something more.
And, well, we all know how The First Frost played out!
Since Wen Yifan couldn’t make it back in time, she sent Sang Yan a drawing of an apple instead.
But fast forward to January 2—his birthday—she finally fulfilled her promise and brought him real apples. Talk about a full-circle moment!
If this apple-gifting thing sounds familiar, you might have seen it before in Love Scenery, where Lin Yi’s character also gives an apple to his girlfriend on Christmas Eve.
Seems like C-dramas love to sneak in these little traditions!
So next time you see a drama character giving or receiving apples on Christmas Eve, just know—it’s way more than just a healthy snack.