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New to Beijing, Shang Zhitao crosses paths with Luan Nian, a true creative genius. Bold and open-hearted, she grows stronger step by step and gradually breaks through the defenses around Luan's guarded heart. Drawn to each other, they find themselves caught in an intense, on-again, off-again relationship in the urban jungle. To love is to summon all your courage and leave no regrets, to heal each other, and to grow together. But when love and her career pull her in different directions, she puts her career first. When she has come into her own and he has learned to soften his sharp edges, they finally stand as equals, ready to write a new ending together...
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Checked Nov 8, 2026
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New to Beijing, Shang Zhitao crosses paths with Luan Nian, a true creative genius. Bold and open-hearted, she grows stronger step by step and gradually breaks through the defenses around Luan's guarded heart. Drawn to each other, they find themselves caught in an intense, on-again, off-again relationship in the urban jungle. To love is to summon all your courage and leave no regrets, to heal each other, and to grow together. But when love and her career pull her in different directions, she puts her career first. When she has come into her own and he has learned to soften his sharp edges, they finally stand as equals, ready to write a new ending together...
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Episode 1
After botching a job interview at a reputed agency, Shang Zhitao scrambles to find her footing in Beijing while befriending her new roommate.
Directed by Chicheng ChianWritten by Gao XiaoxianGuest stars Li Chuan, Peng Yang, Yu San, Qi Tianqing
Episode 2
At a celebration dinner for landing a new project, Nian steps in to help Zhitao. Meanwhile, a mistaken identity threatens the peace at Sun Yu's place.
Directed by Chicheng ChianWritten by Gao XiaoxianGuest stars Peng Yang, Dai Xiangyu, Guo Xiaoting, Yu San, Zhang You, Qi Tianqing, Liu Xiaobei, Zhang Yezi
Episode 3
After Zhitao escapes an assailant during a rainy mountain shoot, she and Nian must rely on each other when a landslide leaves them stranded.
Directed by Chicheng ChianWritten by Gao XiaoxianGuest stars Li Chuan, Zhao Zhenyu, Wang Wenqi, Ning Xin, Zhang Yezi
Episode 4
A woman from Nian's past derails his dinner with Zhitao, while a chance encounter at a bar brings his growing jealousy to the surface.
Directed by Chicheng ChianWritten by Gao XiaoxianGuest stars Pang Hanchen, Zhao Zhenyu, Stuart Forbes, Qu Gaowei, Mu Ruini, Qi Tianqing, Liu Xiaobei, Zhang Yezi
Episode 5
After an unexpected night with Nian, Zhitao insists on keeping their relationship strictly professional despite his efforts to win her over.
Directed by Chicheng ChianWritten by Gao XiaoxianGuest stars Zhao Zhenyu, Li Sibo, Stuart Forbes, Qi Tianqing, Liu Xiaobei
Episode 6
Determined to distance herself from Nian, Zhitao applies for a job transfer, but his refusal to let her go tests the boundaries they agreed upon.
Directed by Chicheng ChianWritten by Gao XiaoxianGuest stars Li Chuan, Zhang You, Liu Yongxi, Wen Xiangji, Qi Tianqing, Liu Xiaobei, Zhang Yezi
Episode 7
Zhitao tries to focus on work and avoid Nian, but a new project forces her to seek his help as jealousy begins to cloud their judgment.
Directed by Chicheng ChianWritten by Gao XiaoxianGuest stars Li Chuan, Peng Yang, Zhao Zhenyu, Wang Wenqi, Liu Yongxi, Zheng Weili, Wen Xiangji, Qi Tianqing
Episode 8
While Zhitao earns praise for her database, Nian is suspended over a malicious complaint, prompting the two to go on a mountain retreat together.
Directed by Chicheng ChianWritten by Gao XiaoxianGuest stars Li Chuan, Peng Yang, Pang Hanchen, Zhao Zhenyu, Liu Yongxi, Ning Xin, Li Sibo, Wen Xiangji
Episode 9
With a limited budget, Zhitao secures sponsorship for the basketball tournament, impressing her colleagues as Nian makes a surprising proposal.
Directed by Chicheng ChianWritten by Gao XiaoxianGuest stars Li Chuan, Zheng Jiabin, Wang Wenqi, Qi Tianqing, Liu Xiaobei, Zhang Yezi
Episode 10
A secret romance blossoms between Zhitao and Nian, but a workplace blunder threatens the careful balance they've worked to maintain.
Directed by Chicheng ChianWritten by Gao XiaoxianGuest stars Li Chuan, Zhang You, Qi Tianqing, Zhang Yezi
Episode 11
When Zang Yao accepts the flowers sent to the office, she unwittingly causes Zhitao to get the wrong idea and take a break from work with her roommates.
Directed by Chicheng ChianWritten by Gao XiaoxianGuest stars Guo Xiaoting, Pang Hanchen, Zhang You, Zhao Zhenyu, Qu Gaowei, Qi Tianqing, Liu Xiaobei, Zhang Yezi
Episode 12
Tensions rise between Nian and Zhitao when he tries to take care of her over the holiday break. Meanwhile, Yao decides to make a move on her crush.
Directed by Chicheng ChianWritten by Gao XiaoxianGuest stars Guo Xiaoting, Yu San, Zheng Weili, Zhang Shen, Zhao Qian, Lin Peng, Qi Tianqing, Liu Xiaobei
Episode 13
Zhitao receives an unexpected job offer during a company retreat in Phuket, but a seaside conversation leaves her at odds with Nian.
Guest stars Li Chuan, Peng Yang, Yu San, Zhao Zhenyu, Wen Xiangji, Zhang Shen, Zhang Yezi
Episode 14
While her roommates Yu and Yuanzhu are occupied at the hospital, Zhitao faces harassment from a shady rental agency, prompting Nian to intervene.
Guest stars Peng Yang, Zhang You, Qu Gaowei, Qi Tianqing, Liu Xiaobei, Zhang Yezi
Episode 15
While Zhitao wrestles with doubts about her future with Nian, a new general manager works to erode his authority at the office.
Guest stars Peng Yang, Yu San, Pang Hanchen, Zhang You, Zhao Zhenyu, Zheng Weili, Qu Gaowei, Zhao Qian
Episode 16
Dony tries to lure Zhitao to his side as Nian grows increasingly wary of his new boss. Meanwhile, Zang Yao prepares to return to the UK.
Guest stars Peng Yang, Guo Xiaoting, Ning Xin, Dong Borui, Liu Chang, Huang Chutong, Ma Ziwei, Wang Ruijie
Episode 17
After learning of Dony's inappropriate workplace behavior, Zhitao takes matters into her own hands, causing an uproar at work and worrying Nian.
Guest stars Peng Yang, Ning Xin, Dong Borui, Liu Chang, Huang Chutong, Ma Ziwei, Wang Ruijie, Qi Tianqing
Episode 18
Nian's jealousy flares after a misunderstanding at a speed-dating event, and a chance encounter with Zhitao's ex deepens the divide between them.
Guest stars Peng Yang, Wang Wenqi, Zheng Hao, Xiao Han, Qi Tianqing
Episode 19
Nian grows wary when Zhitao considers pursuing work opportunities outside the city. A health scare finally forces the couple to confront their future.
Guest stars Zheng Weili, Zhang Shen, Zhao Qian, Lin Peng, Liu Xiaobei, Zhang Yezi
Episode 20
Yuanzhu finally confesses his feelings to Zhitao, but when devastating news arrives, Nian mistakes her compassion for something more.
Guest stars Qi Tianqing, Liu Xiaobei
Episode 21
An office scandal dampens Zhitao's chances of winning a company award, pushing her to reconsider her career — and her future with Nian.
Guest stars Peng Yang, Zhang You, Ning Xin, Yang Zhiying, Qi Tianqing, Zhang Yezi
Episode 22
Nian uncovers the truth behind Zhitao's sudden departure, while she returns to Harbin to care for her father and begin again.
Guest stars Peng Yang, Pang Hanchen, Zhao Zhenyu, Zheng Weili, Qu Gaowei, Zhang Shen, Zhao Qian, Lin Peng
Episode 23
Nian tries to win Zhitao's forgiveness after finding her in Harbin, using visits with Luke to slowly work his way back into her life.
Guest stars Pang Hanchen, Zhao Qian, Lin Peng, Hu Tianyi
Episode 24
A financial crisis draws Nian back to Harbin, where helping Zhitao gives the former couple a chance to confront their fractured relationship.
Guest stars Peng Yang, Pang Hanchen, Zhang You, Zhao Zhenyu, Qu Gaowei, Zhao Qian, Lin Peng, Hu Tianyi
Episode information updated Nov 14, 2026
Jing BoranLuan Nian
Sun QianShang Zhitao
Li ChuanAlex
Peng YangLiang Xin
Dai XiangyuCEO Li
Guo XiaotingZang Yao
Yu SanJack
Pang HanchenSong Qiuhan
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