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During Sang Li's junior year of high school, she took the bold step of approaching the new transfer student, Lu Ting He. Initially thinking they were both special admissions, Sang Li later realized their differing backgrounds when she saw Lu Ting He being chauffeured in a Rolls-Royce before the college entrance exam. In that moment, she quietly tucked away her feelings in a love letter. Three years later, fate brought them together again at the Beijing University Art Society recruitment office. This time, Lu Ting He was determined not to let her slip away.

Qin Ying Xia has harbored feelings for Jin Zhuo in secret for seven years since their time in junior high school. She made a deliberate effort to enroll in the same university as him in order to be nearer. However, at the start of the academic year, she mistakenly picked up Jin Zhuo's suitcase. Upon discovering this in the dormitory, Qin Ying Xia used the opportunity to connect with Jin Zhuo, leading to the blossoming of a romantic relationship between them.

During her freshman year of high school, Xia Zhi Cha, a gentle and translucent girl, crossed paths with Fu Ci Yu, a new student from a wealthy background known for his carefree and flashy demeanor. Xia Zhi Cha couldn't help but fall for him. Despite the disparity in their family backgrounds and her own feelings of inadequacy, she kept her love for him a secret for three years. She eventually managed to gain admission to the same university as Fu Ci Yu through hard work, but she never dared to dream of encountering him again. To her surprise, he reappeared in her life, showering her with protection, affection, and relentless pursuit.

During her junior year of high school, Yun Xiang was brought home by her father's friend, Cheng Xiao. Meanwhile, the young people living in a residential area in the old city of Shencheng were gossiping about Cheng Xiao's impending return with his daughter born out of wedlock. They playfully teased Cheng Xiao and speculated about how the young master would react to the arrival of his illegitimate sibling.

In a past existence, Sheng Ge discovered that Zhou Ye, a boy known for his negative reputation, had taken his own life on her behalf following her passing. Despite her initial perception of him as being irresponsible and nonchalant, in her current life, Sheng Ge made the decision to reach out to Zhou Ye. (Chinese = YouTube || Translation = Google Translate)

At the age of 15, Sang Sui arrived in Yunjing City with her mother and was introduced to Sheng Yi Ze, Aunt Lin's son. Despite being three years older and quite attractive, he appeared distant. Sang Sui kept her distance and referred to him as brother. Over the years, Sheng Yi Ze left for school and rarely returned home. During freshman registration, Sang Sui encountered him again, this time with his girlfriend. It became clear to her that she was not his type. Despite harboring feelings for him for four years, she never imagined being rejected by him.

Ruan Yuan spent eight years overseas due to a misunderstanding about Pei Chi's feelings for Wei Wei. Upon returning to China, Ruan's company faced financial difficulties, leading her to marry Pei Chi. Over time, Pei Chi's affection for Ruan Yuan grew, despite misunderstandings caused by Wei Wei and others. Ultimately, the two were able to resolve their issues and express their true emotions.

Ballet princess Li Zhi found herself in a sudden predicament of being mistaken for a fake daughter. Her childhood sweetheart arranged a marriage for financial gain, leading to her being falsely accused by the real daughter and facing online criticism. After a night of drinking, she ended up marrying Lou Yan Jing impulsively, and later appeared on a dating show to confront the deceitful ex-fiancé. Lou Yan Jing, who had secretly admired her for years, used the dating show as a way to stay close to his wife.

During her high school years, Zhu Qian Shuang harbored feelings for the popular student Qiao Ye in secret but chose not to reveal them, instead focusing on slimming down

Derived from the short story "Welcome, Chao Chao" by the author Er Fen Zhi Yi Tian Kong.

Hyeon Seo, a student who moved to a rural boys' high school, conceals her true gender and embarks on an exciting school journey surrounded by attractive young men. (Shortime App)

A high-achieving girl and a rebellious boy crossed paths during the summer and became beacons of positivity for each other. However, the boy's affection resembled a rose that blooms eternally in midsummer.

Su Jian harbored feelings for Chi Yu for a span of seven years. Following a second lease on life, her desires began to materialize. (iQiyi)

Based on the online novel "In the Spring of Rainy Days" authored by Jin Zhao Yi Zui.

Based on the online fiction "Jian Ye" by author Ning Yu Chen.

The narrative centers around Yun Xiang, who contemplates the missed opportunities of her high school days. During her senior year, she crosses paths with Cheng Che, a reserved individual who unexpectedly becomes a significant figure in her adolescence. As their bond deepens, Cheng Che gradually lets go of his barriers, displaying his affection for Yun Xiang through small acts like surprising her with her favorite raspberry cake on a rainy day. (Dr m D ry Facebook)

Xie Yan Li has harbored a secret admiration for Lou Ruan for many years, although Lou Ruan only has eyes for Zhou Yue Tian

For a decade, Pei Wen Tan harbored unrequited feelings for Yu Liao, feeling envious and overwhelmed as she watched Yu Liao inquire about someone else's well-being. Once Yu Liao moved on from that person, Pei Wen Tan seized the opportunity to approach her using various tactics.

Xu Ning, a young woman dealing with a psychosomatic skin condition, tends to isolate herself to prevent revealing her illness. However, during a chance encounter, she became immediately smitten with He Lin. When her condition flared up, she attempted to flee but he sensed something was amiss and persistently pursued her. He playfully teased, "You don't have a crush on me, do you?" Over time, he stayed by her side, offering support and affection, even embracing her when she fell ill. Gradually, their feelings blossomed into love, and with his care and love, she was able to conquer her illness.

Feng Wu and Xu Xing Chi were childhood lovers, but their relationship soured due to changes in their families. After Feng Wu's mother passed away, her father remarried, causing a rift between the two. Xu Xing Chi's mother died while searching for Feng Wu, leading him to develop resentment towards her. Xu Xing Chi tricked Feng Wu into eating mango cake, triggering an allergic reaction and prompting her decision to end their relationship. Fu Si Jiu harbored unrequited love for Feng Wu for years, supporting her discreetly while she was engaged. Once Feng Wu called off the engagement, Fu Si Jiu openly pursued her, expressing his desire to marry her and bring her into his home.

Jiang Wan Ning, under the influence of alcohol, had a spontaneous encounter with the financially struggling Chu Jun, leading to a forced marriage arranged by her grandmother. As they navigated through the complexities of family, work, and feelings, their relationship grew stronger. Despite their arguments and tests of each other, they stood by one another during difficult times.

For eight years, Shi Yang harbored a secret love for Fu Jing Chuan and longed to be with him. However, she mistakenly believed that he didn't return her feelings and decided to divorce him. After Fu Jing Chuan consistently demonstrated his love, Shi Yang finally realized his true feelings, cleared up the misunderstanding, received his affection, and found happiness.

It is widely acknowledged that Zhang He Nian is exceptionally intelligent and seemingly out of reach. However, only Qin Tang is aware of the hidden intensity beneath his composed facade. She had intended to conceal this forbidden love, considering he was her supposed uncle. Yet, she was caught off guard when he ensnared her with his seemingly caring gestures, immersing her in his ardent affection.

Regular girl Xu Nan Zhi crossed paths with the haughty young master Fu Shi Jin due to her mother's employment as a servant for a rich family. He sought her out under the guise of seeking revenge, and though she sensed it was a ploy, she still found herself drawn to his enigmatic nature. As secrets came to light, he was willing to risk everything to stand by her side against the world. Can this summer romance born from deception find its way to genuine love amidst a web of lies?

Jiang Li observed that there were no limits to the relationship between Jiang Mo Chen and Liu Ning. After witnessing their close behavior during a camping trip, she decided to end her relationship with Jiang Mo Chen. Encountering Xie Yan, who had harbored feelings for her since college, she accepted his proposal upon learning she was single. Although she agreed due to familial reasons, Jiang Li discovered Xie Yan's genuine care after marriage. Despite Jiang Mo Chen's interference, Jiang Li eventually realized that it was Xie Yan who had always held true love for her.

Upon their reunion, Lin Ran found herself in the position of Party B while Fu Xing Jian held the superior role of Party A. To her surprise, Fu Xing Jian continued to seek her out, reigniting feelings in Lin Ran's heart. However, her hopes were dashed when she heard him deny any affection towards her. Devastated, Lin Ran left in despair, leaving Fu Xing Jian visibly shaken. With tears in his eyes, he bravely rushed out into the rain to plead for her forgiveness.

In their college years, the two individuals developed romantic feelings for each other and had a short-lived relationship that lasted a week. Li Yu Chuan was unexpectedly ended the relationship. Years later, they unexpectedly encountered each other at a bar and engaged in a one-night affair. He proposed a marriage agreement to Shen Zhi Yu, vowing to seek vengeance against her every day. However, he found himself falling in love instead.

Jiang Man Sheng harbored feelings for Lu Qi Chen during her school days, although he did not recall her name. Despite thinking they would never cross paths again, their families set them up on a blind date. Without hesitation, Jiang Man Sheng agreed to marry Lu Qi Chen, and they resided in separate quarters. Aware that his feelings were driven by duty, she kept her affection hidden.

Mu Jun Ze harbored feelings for Chu Meng since their school days, although she was interested in his brother. Years later, after a breakup and pressure from her stepmother to marry an older man, she coincidentally encountered Mu Jun Ze. In order to appease their parents, she agreed to a marriage contract without realizing that he had been pining for her for a decade. Following their marriage, they maintained a physical relationship. Eventually, Mu Jun Ze became the new general manager at Chu Meng's company, leading them to work closely together day and night. Over time, Chu Meng gradually developed feelings for her husband. When her ex-boyfriend returned, she gained clarity about her true feelings.

To rescue her concealed admiration Zhou Jing Si from his tragic suicide caused by depression, Wen Shu journeyed back to the moment they initially crossed paths at the university. It was then revealed that he harbored feelings for her since a distant past. (Weibo || Translation: Google Translate)

Following Jin Wu's decision to end her 17-year pursuit of Fu Yu Chen, she was reunited with Duan Shi Yan, who had harbored feelings for her in secret for a decade. Initially viewing her marriage to Duan Shi Yan as a mere formality, Jin Wu later came to understand that he had been eagerly awaiting this moment for quite some time.

During her time as a student, Meng Li Yue faced bullying from Xu Mo Ti, but Li Fu Zheng came to her rescue. This act of kindness led Meng Li Yue to develop feelings for him. Upon discovering Li Fu Zheng's aspiration to become a pilot, she decided to pursue a career that would bring her closer to him in the future.

Lu Xing Ze used to admire Tang Ruo back when she was a student, but she only had eyes for her "brother" Bo Yan Ting. After seven years together, Bo Yan Ting had a change of heart and left her for Bai Yue Guang. Amidst her sorrow, she was involved in a car accident that caused her to lose her memory, only remembering the existence of a very important brother. When she encountered Lu Xing Ze in the hospital, she mistook him for her "brother" and they ended up getting married shortly thereafter. Following their marriage, he showered her with all his love. Eventually, she crossed paths with Bo Yan Ting again, who expressed a desire to reconcile with her.

If I express my admiration for you, can I trust that you will accept it? This anthology series features four romantic tales involving eight male characters, each with its own distinct conclusion

Following the bankruptcy of the Nan family, Nan Qing was taken in by the Gu family where she stayed for many years. Just before the engagement celebration, a scandal involving Gu Zhun emerged, prompting Nan Qing to call off the marriage. In order to secure her inheritance, Nan Qing needed to find a husband, so she reached out to her social circle for potential suitors. Qi Yu spotted her post and promptly obtained a marriage certificate with her. He had been harboring feelings for her and had been strategizing for quite some time. Qi Yu employed tactics to win her over, playing the victim while also demonstrating his knowledge of legal matters. Though Nan Qing saw through his schemes, she decided to play along in order to achieve her goals.

At the age of 8, Song Shuang Xu was left by her parents and taken in by the Shen family. She mistakenly believed her reliance on Shen Yu was love, leading to her being sent abroad when their relationship was discovered. Upon returning to China five years later, she unintentionally angered Shen Yu's friend, He Ting Zhou. Meanwhile, Shen Yu began seeking a spouse to dispel suspicions, prompting Song Shuang Xu to let go of him. Facing a crisis with Shen Yu's father, Song Shuang Xu sought assistance from her acquaintances, only to be turned down by all except He Ting Zhou, who offered help in exchange for secrecy about their romantic involvement. Through their interactions, Song Shuang Xu realized her feelings for Shen Yu were not genuine, while uncovering He Ting Zhou's hidden agenda to win her over.

His affection is patient and controlled. A decade ago, Qi Yan Jing instantly fell in love with his teacher's daughter, Wen Zhi Xian. To be near her, he gave up his family's business and pursued a career as a university professor. Despite learning of her relationship with someone else, he harbored his feelings for her silently. When she grew disenchanted with her boyfriend and suggested a sudden marriage, he wasted no time in seizing the chance. A decade later, he finally tied the knot with his covert love.

The loving attorney instantly developed feelings for her. He regretted missing his chance with her after college. For years, he quietly held onto hope for a chance with her. When he discovered she was divorced, he was thrilled and made the first move.

Xu Qing Ran patiently pursued her love interest for six years, only to be betrayed when she discovered her fiance's infidelity with Bai Yue Guang. Disheartened, she decided to walk away from the situation and distance herself from the deceitful man. Along the way, she crossed paths with Shen Huai Zhi, who had harbored feelings for her in secret for a long time. The two quickly tied the knot, and in their marriage, Shen Huai Zhi showered her with love and affection.

A decade ago, Shen Liangc Chuan joined Qiao Lian's class and was captivated by her artwork and unique personality. Throughout his time at school, he often heard his peers mention Qiao Lian. It wasn't until the day he was leaving that he encountered Qiao Lian, who had just recovered from a foot injury, and instantly fell in love with her. Over the years, he not only kept a close watch on her but also established a scholarship fund in her honor. Eventually, he couldn't resist taking action and formally met Qiao Lian on the Chinese Valentine's Day a decade later, embarking on a journey of marriage before love. Little did he know, it was a mutual secret love between them.

Li Zhi and Fu Yan Ze were childhood lovers. When Li Zhi was mistaken for the fake daughter, Fu Yan Ze decided to marry the real daughter Jiang Zhi You for financial gain, with the intention of later marrying Li Zhi. However, after Lou Yan Jing, who had secretly loved Li Zhi for eight years, appeared on a dating show with her, Fu Yan Ze regretted his choice. (Chinese = Weibo || Translation = Google Translate)

Li Zhi was deserted by her family and deceived by her long-time boyfriend, whom she deeply cared for. Struggling at her lowest point, she unknowingly engaged in a physical relationship with her closest friend, whom she had secretly loved for years. Fu Yan Jing seized the chance to reveal his feelings for her, cunningly leading her into marriage and showering her with the love he had harbored for so long.

After returning to her previous high school, Shen Xing Ruo moved in with her father's acquaintance, where she encountered his son, Lu Xing Yan. Despite their initial disagreements, they grew closer over time and eventually started a relationship. Unfortunately, their romance ended during their university years. Years later, as adults leading separate lives, they cross paths again - this time on a dating reality show. Despite their complicated history, the undeniable chemistry between them resurfaces. Can Xing Ruo and Xing Yan overcome their past and give their relationship another chance? Or is it time to leave their love story in the past? (Viki)

Shen Yue Xi was harmed by a despicable person and mistakenly identified Sang Nan Feng as the culprit. To safeguard the Shen family's reputation, they were compelled to wed one evening. Despite facing numerous challenges, Shen Yue Xi eventually learned that Sang Nan Feng had been harboring feelings for her in secret for a long time.

Jiang Man is determined to win over the enigmatic CEO in Hong Kong in order to secure her mother's painting, unaware that those who hunt high-profile targets often become the hunted themselves. Xie Yu Zhou initially feigns disinterest, but in reality, he has strategically set the stage - "I have long prepared for you to gradually approach me and eventually take the initiative. You are my target that I must capture." (Chinese = Weibo || Translation = Google Translate)

She affectionately refers to him as "little uncle," similar to her closest friend, but he has harbored feelings for her in secret for eight years. Gu Jiao Jiao is married to Sheng Jin Zhi, who showers her with love and care, helping her to comprehend his true feelings for her.

Nan Zhi and Zhou Ji Li were in a long-term relationship until their feelings changed and they started to disagree on things. Nan Zhi found out that Zhou Ji Li had been having a secret relationship with Bai Yue Guang. She decided to end things with Zhou Ji Li without any regrets. Meanwhile, the captain Shang Chen Yu, who had been secretly in love with Nan Zhi for nine years, started to pursue her. Zhou Ji Li tried to win back Nan Zhi after realizing his mistake.

A brief and charming drama centered around a friends-to-lovers storyline, featuring a height disparity of 30 cm