A new dating trend called 'hunter-style lovers' is gaining popularity in China. These lovers show care by bringing small, thoughtful gifts like snacks, milk tea, or even fallen leaves to their partners. It’s not the value but the thought behind the gift that counts. "Offering real things to someone is more practical than telling them you love them 100 times," said an online observer. These lovers pay attention to their partner’s needs. For example, one woman shared how her boyfriend saved her company’s snacks and surprised her with a back cushion after noticing her long work hours. On social media, women proudly showed gifts like cherries and shrimp from dinners. While 'hunter-style lover' applies to any gender, a similar male type called 'nuan nan' or 'considerate guy' is popular in Asian dramas. Characters like Gwan-sik in the Korean drama "When Life Gives You Tangerines" and Li Da-ren in Taiwan's "In Love with You" embody this warm, caring man. Some feminists argue 'nuan nan' stereotypes gender roles. Psychology experts link this trend to science. Xie Shize, a neuroscience PhD student at Zhejiang University, said these partners create a sense of security by sharing time and resources, rooted in our genetic makeup. Sharing food is seen as a deep symbol of love in China. One woman said, "It is not about giving you good things, but about giving everything he has to you." Many express envy online, calling such partners rare. With 240 million single people in China in 2024 and a sharp decline in marriage registrations, young people often choose to stay single due to high partner expectations and life pressures, according to iiMedia research. The rise of hunter-style lovers offers a fresh, caring way to connect in China’s fast-changing dating world.