A Chinese court has ruled that Li, a man involved in a complicated breakup, is not required to return a 300,000 Yuan (₹3.2 crore) gift given to him by his ex-girlfriend, Xu. The unusual legal case, which has gained significant attention, centers on the couple's tumultuous relationship. Li and Xu had been in a stable relationship since 2018 until 2020, when Li discovered that Xu had an affair with his nephew. The revelation led to a breakup, but Xu later transferred a large sum of money to Li as an apology for her infidelity.

The situation took a dramatic turn when Xu demanded that Li return the 300,000 Yuan, arguing that the money was not a gift but a temporary transfer. Xu’s claim led to a legal dispute, with the matter being brought before the court. Xu insisted that the payment was conditional, while Li maintained that it was given as compensation for the emotional distress caused by Xu’s betrayal.

In its ruling, the court sided with Li, stating that the money was indeed a gift and that there was no obligation for him to return it. The court emphasized that the payment was voluntary, intended as a gesture of apology, and not a loan or temporary transfer. The judgment reflects Chinese legal standards that gifts given voluntarily, without explicit agreements, cannot be reclaimed under similar circumstances. This case has sparked online debates about the ethics and legalities of financial exchanges in relationships, shedding light on the complexities of personal disputes involving money and emotions.