In Fragrant Honey, Ashes Like Frost, the relationship between Yan You and Runyu is unusual. Yan You has always maintained a complicated feeling for Jinmi. He always helps Jinmi. It may be because he has special feelings for Jinmi or because he thinks Jinmi is a friend or partner he can trust. There were some conflicts and competitions between Yan You and Runyu, but Yan You didn't seem to regard Runyu as an opponent but as a partner that he could cooperate with. Yan You also showed his wisdom and kindness in the process of helping Jin Mi. He seemed to think that Jin Mi was a person worthy of his help, even if it meant that he had to compete or have conflicts with Runyu. The relationship between Yanyou and Runyu may be more complicated, involving emotions, friendship, competition and many other aspects. He always helps Jinmi because he has special feelings for Jinmi or because he thinks Jinmi is someone he can understand and trust.