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At 35 years old, Yi Xing Yan, who was divorced and single, crossed paths with Zhou Si Xing, a young colleague who had once been her student. Despite the age difference, work pressures, and company policies, their love managed to blossom. As they navigated their relationship, they experienced both the joys of love and the challenges that came with their differences. Yi Xing Yan and Zhou Si Xing were in the process of strengthening their bond when her ex-husband intervened, using underhanded tactics to try and break them apart, leading to a crisis that jeopardized their jobs.

The dominant female CEO, Yue Zheng Xi, possesses a unique ability - a heartbeat indicator hovers above her at all times, displaying percentages like 60%, 80%, and 100%. If her heartbeat hits 100%, she will experience a sudden shutdown similar to an overheated computer. When Yue Zheng Xi, the overbearing older woman, crosses paths with the cheerful assistant Chen Xu, an unexpected touch reveals that her heartbeat can decrease rapidly.

"A Glimpse of Young Love" narrates the tale of Sun Wei Yi, who faced financial ruin and shared a complicated bond with mechanic Bai Ze Liu

Miki Imai stars as Midori, a successful executive in the fashion industry who is starting to question if there is more to life than just her career. Her colleague and former flame, Eisaku Yoshida, suggests that she needs to settle down and start a family, but Midori believes that her search for meaning goes much deeper than that. As she ponders the purpose of her existence, Midori crosses paths with Koichiro, the heir to a renowned tea ceremony dynasty, who has always known his place in the world. Despite his family's expectations, Koichiro decides to pursue a career in the fashion industry, where he falls for an older woman. This unexpected romance leads him on a journey of self-discovery and exploration of different career paths.

A 20-year-old man, feeling emotionally wounded, unexpectedly finds himself attracted to a 40-year-old woman while at a cafe. (Vigloo)

Despite her successful career, Lu Yu remains unmarried. She was chosen by her company to work on a new project focusing on social media issues. As she joined a group chat with others who shared her interests in food and art, she became intrigued by a man she met online. Believing it was fate that brought them together, she was unaware of the conspiracy that awaited her.

Lawyer Mu Qian and mediator Ou Yang have made the difficult decision to end their marriage due to a lack of trust and understanding

Chen Li, a woman who holds a high position in advertising, is dedicated to her career and willing to make sacrifices for it. On the other hand, Wen Yu, a recent music graduate starting out in the world with little to their name, crosses paths with Chen Li. Despite facing obstacles such as age and social status differences, as well as challenges related to gender roles, the two develop a romantic relationship. When Wen Yu, who is seen as a "gentle prince," encounters difficulties, Chen Li, likened to a "brave princess," steps in to offer support. Their love story may appear to be a typical scenario of a powerful woman and a less experienced man, but in reality, it is a narrative of a once cold heart finding warmth and opening up.

Beneath their successful exteriors, three accomplished women in their thirties possess all the trappings of a fulfilling life: love, career, wealth, and family. However, beneath the surface lie numerous personal obstacles. Fortunately, these three women are united as a close-knit group of sisters who will support and defend each other. Can these resilient women overcome their trials and achieve happiness, or will they yield to the expectations of society?

Cindy Wang is a determined and disciplined individual with big aspirations of becoming a director before turning 35. Despite facing unexpected setbacks after offending someone, she ends up losing the director position to her rival, Gao Shuang Yun, and taking on the role of Gao Shuang Yun's secretary. Cindy Wang decides to use her new position to uncover the truth and regain the rightful position that was taken from her. This sets the scene for a dramatic workplace conflict filled with love and competition between two women.

This drama follows the journey of Zhang Xiao Yu, a fresh face in the corporate world, as she impresses Lin Rui, the sales division director at a well-known cosmetics company, with her exceptional skills. Lin Rui has gained recognition from the board of directors at SW, a cosmetics company based in France, for her numerous accomplishments as the sales director. She is on track to succeed her boss, Shu Wan Ting, but faces obstacles along the way. To protect her position, Shu Wan Ting enlists Fang Jing, Lin Rui's competitor, to oversee a new department. Zhang Xiao Yu enters the picture as Lin Rui's secretary and becomes entangled in the office politics. Despite the challenges she faces, Zhang Xiao Yu flourishes in her career and finds love amidst the chaos.

When faced with a choice between love and career, Lin Nuan Nuan decides to focus on her goal of becoming a professional manager after a failed relationship. Her childhood friend, Shi Guang, finds solace in her warmth after his father's neglect, and is determined to help her achieve her dream. Despite facing obstacles, they both find the courage to pursue their goals with the support of their friends Mei Jing and Liang Cheng, who also struggle with their own views on love and life. Together, they set out on a journey towards their dreams.

"Love Me Fearlessly" delves into the lives of individuals navigating the bustling city life, exploring the romantic relationships of Yu Guo, a dreamy romantic, and her boyfriend Fu Da Wei, along with Amy, a dedicated careerist, and her subordinate Gong Jing. (Google Translate Baidu)

The timer is ticking down for their pretend marriage contract! Nie Ling Feng, a devoted CEO, decides to act as a bodyguard to safeguard his dear wife Gu Ya Shan, inadvertently getting caught up in his own deception along the way! (WeTV) Based on the online novel "Zai Si Gui Zong Cai Huai Zhong Shi Chong Er Jiao" by Shui Ling Long.

The story of "Excellent Investor" revolves around Fang Yu Bin, a young man who leaves his hometown to pursue his dreams in the city. Despite facing challenges and internal conflicts at Rongding Capital's Shanghai branch, Yu Bin perseveres and eventually gains recognition from his superiors. However, he is soon faced with a moral dilemma that tests his integrity. Will he prioritize personal gain or stay true to his principles? This gripping tale explores the journey of self-discovery and the struggle between ambition and ethics.

The female antagonist in the comic is portrayed as a virtuous woman, but in reality, she is a survivor of the demon sect

Qiu Fei Fei is anxious about Lunar New Year because of the expectation to find a partner, so she enlists the help of Ji Xuan, a theater student, to pretend to be her boyfriend. Ji Xuan wins over her family, but an unforeseen turn of events requires him to stay longer than planned. As they continue the facade, the holiday becomes a chaotic and humorous competition when their friend Jin Ming Ming and her boyfriend join in.

Tang Wei Wei, who has always avoided romantic entanglements, finds herself developing feelings for intern Li Shu after a string of amusing mix-ups. However, her newfound happiness is short-lived when she discovers that Li Shu is actually the younger sibling of her deceased former lover and has ulterior motives for being in her life.

Mo Xiang Bei, a freelance photographer, finds herself unexpectedly pregnant while her childhood sweetheart, Mu Yi Nan, is fully immersed in his career. As tensions escalate due to his prolonged absences and the advances of an actress, Mo's suspicions grow. Following the tragic loss of her mother and a miscarriage, she reaches a breaking point and decides to leave Mu, embarking on a fresh start in Dali where she opens a small shop named "Regret Inn" in search of self-healing and redemption. This story is adapted from the web novel "Ai Qing Yi Nan Xiang Bei" by Nan San Hua.

Following the tragic massacre of her family, Xu Chu Yun, the daughter of the General, ventures into the capital city in search of the truth. With suspicions falling on the Crown Prince Jiang Yun Sheng, who is confined to a wheelchair, she decides to marry into his family to conduct her investigation. Through their collaboration, misunderstandings are resolved, and they team up to unravel mysteries and ultimately reveal the truth, bonded by their mutual pursuit of justice.

A woman in her forties working as a beautician catches the eye of a young man in his early twenties who works a regular job and soon they develop romantic feelings for each other.

Haneda Riku, a 20-year-old university student with dreams of becoming a novelist, is surprised by his older sister Ayaka's sudden marriage. However, his attention is piqued when he comes across a flyer advertising a New Writer Discovery Contest with a grand prize of 1 million yen. Despite his lack of experience in love, Riku decides to participate in the contest. Seeking advice, he turns to his friend Mochizuki Rei, known as the most popular guy at school, who suggests he try a matching app to help him with the theme of love.

On his initial day at the company, Kim Min Kyu is unexpectedly approached by someone who inquires if he is familiar with himself

"I've returned to a place of torment

At the age of eight, Xia Tian's parents were involved in a car accident. Since then, she has been living with Ji Si Yan, who has been looking after her like a guardian. Xia Tian affectionately referred to him as her uncle. At the age of 18, she expressed her romantic feelings towards him. However, Ji Si Yan felt she was too young to understand love and was worried it might disrupt her education. Despite his concerns, Xia Tian remained determined and refused to give up.

The drama consists of eight episodes, each approximately six minutes in length, and explores captivating narratives of a couple engaged in an office romance. Despite the brief duration of each segment, the web series presents multiple facets of office dating, including the exhilarating moments leading up to the development of their relationship and the minor misunderstandings and challenges that emerge along the way.

Li Qian Jin, coming from a troubled family background, is transported back to the year 1998 with an opportunity to alter her destiny

To show gratitude towards the person who saved him, CEO Song Yan decides to propose to Jiang Lan. At the same time, Jiang Zi, the illegitimate daughter of the Jiang family, uses her newfound status to embarrass Jiang Lan and her family whenever they cross paths.

Two decades ago, Meng You, a Spiritual Officer known for causing earthquakes with her cries, failed to make Li Bu Gui drink the Soup of Forgetfulness before he left. As a result, Li retains memories of his past life and has become a skilled assassin. He steals the Book of Destiny from Meng You's master, Tian Ji Lao Lao. In order to rectify her mistake and prevent her master from facing harsh consequences, Meng You embarks on a journey to Qingchuan to capture Li Bu Gui and make him consume the Lethe Water. To successfully complete her mission, Meng You sets out on a daring adventure to get close to Li Bu Gui.

At 35 years old, Kazuha Ono finds herself divorced after her husband's infidelity

Jian Bing, a renowned advertising director, and Sheng Yang, a newcomer in the industry, coincidentally met at a restaurant one day. While one had recently gone through a divorce, the other was anticipating the end of a relationship. Despite being strangers, they formed a strong bond and embarked on a journey of personal growth and budding romance. Sheng Yang's presence helped Jian Bing regain her confidence in life and love, while Jian Bing guided Sheng Yang from carefree youth to a more mature individual. They supported each other, grew together, and eventually fell in love. However, they faced challenges due to their differences in background, objections from their families, and workplace gossip. After three years of growth and change, they decided to let fate determine their future. Their shared experiences and trust brought them back together, leading them to rekindle their relationship.

Nakamura Rui, a thriving publisher who is divorced, encounters Suzuki Kou, a driven businessman who is 17 years younger. Despite his persistent pursuit, she eventually succumbs to an intense affair with him. At the same time, a new couple moves in next door to Nakamura, and the wife, Marie, starts confiding in her about the challenges in her marriage.

When Shen Ming Bao, a successful professional, crosses paths with IT specialist Yang Zheng, they quickly tie the knot

A young man with aspirations at his job faces unexpected challenges and is serendipitously saved by the leader of the team, leading to a tale of personal development and romance

Bai Si Yue was surprised to find a trailer for a costume idol drama on her phone, featuring a heroine who bore a striking resemblance to her named Bai Jun Zhu, and a hero who happened to be the new director, Duanmu Wen Yu. As events in real life started to mirror those in the drama, Bai Si Yue embarked on a mission to alter her destiny and prevent the trailer's storyline from coming true.

Upon his arrival in the Greater Bay Area, Qi Ming, filled with confidence and ambition, expected his past experience and skills to lead him to success. However, he quickly realized that the region was saturated with professionals of similar qualifications, and language barriers added to his job search challenges. Feeling discouraged, Qi Ming was on the verge of giving up until he met five individuals who shared his passion for the future. Despite their diverse backgrounds and personalities, they all had a common goal. As they interacted, Qi Ming recognized that their skills and traits complemented each other perfectly, making them ideal partners for a new venture. With Qi Ming at the helm, they established 'Qimingxing' (The Morning Star), aiming to challenge traditional norms and create a cutting-edge marketing agency that resonates with modern consumer behavior.

A group of skilled individuals, inspired by their country's policies, embraced the trend of returning home and innovated their own technology from the ground up. They consistently enhanced their technology to support China's goal of self-sufficiency in advanced technology. Zhang Hai Chao and Li Dong Sheng, who were classmates, united technical experts worldwide to overcome obstacles and surpass challenges in the capital market led by Huang Zhong Kai. The reunion of these individuals promises to bring about a new wave of progress.

Se Yeong is employed as an assistant to the CEO of the fashion brand "Radical." Despite her boss, Su Hyeon, being difficult to work with, she consistently completes her tasks with determination. One day, Su Hyeon, who comes from a privileged background, unexpectedly confesses his feelings for Se Yeong. She responds by calling him "Director, you're quite peculiar." As a result of her rejection, a troublemaker moves in next door to Se Yeong. With this new neighbor now as her boss, Se Yeong tries her best to avoid Su Hyeon's advances, but he persists in pursuing her. As she tries to resist his affection, Se Yeong finds herself slowly becoming attracted to him. The boss who initially seemed like a villain starts to assist Se Yeong and captures her heart. With Se Yeong's support, Su Hyeon also emerges victorious in an internal company competition, leading to their feelings growing stronger as the company prospers. However, another colleague named Do Hyeon observes them with an inscrutable gaze, while Seo Hwi, who still harbors feelings for Su Hyeon, becomes a hindrance to their relationship. Will Se Yeong and Su Hyeon be able to build a happy future together?

Every time Tong Luo Xi faces challenges, Xing Mo Yao is there to support and protect her. As she receives his assistance, her feelings for him grow stronger. Together, they unravel a plot within the family and ultimately find joy and contentment.

Mei Shi Qi is a junior member of the Secret Guards Department, aspiring to gain recognition from her superiors, achieve a high rank, accumulate wealth, and find a suitable husband. Despite her desire to prove herself, Mei Shi Qi has struggled to showcase her skills or meet her personal and professional goals. When Emperor Yu's beloved concubine, Lady Chen, unexpectedly passes away, the Secret Guards are tasked with investigating the incident discreetly. Facing obstacles due to the involvement of the palace, Mei Shi Qi volunteers for the job and eventually receives the assignment after persistent efforts. Concerned about her safety, her colleagues fear she will clash with Leng Mo Yan, a formidable figure in the Investigation Bureau. Leng Mo Yan, Emperor Yu's personal bodyguard, is known for his distrust of the Secret Guards Department and skepticism towards Mei Shi Qi's abilities. Despite facing challenges and opposition from Leng Mo Yan, Mei Shi Qi remains determined to uncover the truth behind Lady Chen's death.

Hime, a university student who is currently job hunting, attends an information session at a company where she accidentally gets injured. Luckily, she receives assistance from Osamu, the company's information desk clerk, whom she immediately falls for. Determined to see him again, Hime goes through a rigorous diet and successfully loses 50kg. Despite starting to work at the same company, she is unable to find Osamu even after a year. However, her luck changes when the most handsome man in the company, rumored to be from a prestigious family, transfers to her department - revealing himself to be Osamu! Their reunion is short-lived as Osamu confesses his interest in someone else, leaving Hime heartbroken. Despite this, Osamu continues to show affection towards Hime through hugs, sweet words, and special treatment. Will Hime be able to navigate this unexpected love triangle and find happiness? (Mangaupdates)

Ji Soo, an advertising planner dedicated to finding love with someone she truly cares for, takes pride in her professional skills at the company where she works. She is romantically involved with Tae Oh, her boss, as well as Ji Ho, a hardworking and upbeat young man. However, when Ji Ho starts working at Ji Soo's company, her seemingly perfect life starts to unravel. Can Ji Soo navigate these challenges and sustain her two romantic relationships?

The main focus is on the romantic relationship between Shen Ying and Zheng Dao, who have contrasting personalities and professions. Despite their differences, they both share a passion for sharing healthy cuisine with the world. Shen Ying is a dedicated and independent food editor who is known for her kindness and beauty. On the other hand, Zheng Dao is the meticulous director of the Gourmet Edition of the magazine, with a cold and strict demeanor, especially when it comes to food standards.

Minami, a 28-year-old office worker at an advertising agency, prioritizes her career over her relationship, causing doubt in her boyfriend's mind. Her life takes a turn when she encounters Yuya, a part-time colleague at her workplace.