Setting the perimeters of a fake affair

Next to Ben Ben's online advertisement offering herself as a "girlfriend for hire" this Spring Festival is a formal-looking rental agreement she drew up for potential clients to browse.

In it, the 23-year-old, who did not want to use her real name, states that the deal will include hanging out, dining, watching television and chatting with his parents, and some housework. She guarantees to return any hongbao, red envelopes stuffed with cash traditionally handed during the annual Lunar New Year holidays.

In return for her services, she charges 800 yuan ($120) per day, while clients must cover all travel expenses.