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The Lover

A collection of dramatic stories delving into the various obstacles preventing women from getting married or receiving proposals, showcasing the highs and lows experienced by these single individuals.

A collection of dramatic stories that delves into the various reasons why men struggle to commit to marriage or propose, while also portraying the ups and downs experienced by these unmarried individuals.

Three sets of couples navigate the pressures from society and their families to tie the knot. Ming Liang and Gao Jian are rivals at work, but both share a similar perspective on marriage - they prefer casual relationships over commitment. However, as their feelings for each other deepen, they embark on a secret romance that challenges their beliefs about marriage. Bao Nian Nian falls in love with the charming Fang SiQi and unexpectedly becomes pregnant. Despite pressure from their families to wed, Nian Nian experiences a miscarriage on the day they obtain their marriage license. With their original reason for marriage now gone, the couple must decide the fate of their relationship. Meanwhile, Yu Xiao Nuo is in a relationship with Cheng Lei, a struggling musician, but hesitates to marry him due to his financial situation. As Xiao Nuo seeks a wealthy partner, Cheng Lei's career takes off. Will these couples opt for marriage or pursue alternative paths to happiness?

At a local high school, there are two teachers who collaborate closely. Hikawa Toru, a meticulous and inexperienced graduate from the University of Tokyo, partners with Akagi Masashi, a compassionate yet somewhat rugged physical education instructor. Despite their contrasting personalities, Akagi unexpectedly develops feelings for Hikawa and ends up kissing him one evening. This intimate moment is witnessed by a passing student, sparking curiosity and involving the entire school community, including parents and even the principal. The outcome of this situation remains uncertain for the two teachers.

The seven narratives depict different aspects of homosexual relationships, such as hidden affection, uncertainty, unfamiliarity, miscommunication, heartbreak, and personal development. These stories explore questions like the significance of love, experiencing secret same-sex attraction, finding solace in love, dealing with relationship regrets, navigating long-distance relationships, engaging in workplace romances, and the impact of coming out on one's life. These narratives are inspired by genuine accounts of gay love from the 2010s.

Raised in a wealthy and expansive family, the three Yuan brothers, Jun Cheng, Jun Dao, and Jun Ping, were born to different mothers and all vied for control of their father's lucrative business empire. However, their dynamic shifted when a young man named Lin Xun, who had previously assisted Jun Cheng, was tasked with delivering a message from his deceased mother to their father. This event disrupted the harmony within the Yuan family, pulling Jun Cheng into unforeseen complications. Further complicating matters were Jun Dao's roommate Yang Xiang and Jun Ping's close friend Yan Yue.

A unique love story unfolds between a charming carnivorous man and a woman passionate about cooking, who has decided to avoid romantic relationships

Wang Yue Ting is a young girl with a passion for animals and a longing to discover her soulmate. One day, unexpectedly, her wish comes to life as her pets, including her stuffed animals, transform into humans. Every day, Wang Yue Ting will be accompanied by one of the twelve charming and youthful men who will offer her diverse romantic encounters until she locates her one true love. Nevertheless, each of them retains their unique animal traits, leading to numerous amusing predicaments.

A couple, Yin Lewen and Zhou Zhiqi, who have been together for 10 years and reside in apartment 702, are going through a separation. Zhou Zhiqi, a very straightforward man, believes that Yin Lewen no longer comprehends him. Yin Lewen is left trying to salvage their relationship. The breakup situation has escalated, with neighbors from apartments 701 and 703 getting involved in the complicated situation. Pursuing men is no easy task for women. Trying to move on from ex-boyfriends is challenging and has had an impact on the lives of six young individuals. The breakup has also brought about changes in their lives.

In the love apartment, there have been recent changes among the residents. Some have tied the knot, while new, mysterious individuals have joined the community. A fresh narrative unfolds, showcasing the intertwined lives of the inhabitants as they navigate the complexities of relationships. As some residents embark on the journey of marriage, others find themselves venturing into the unpredictable world of dating. Despite the challenges that lie ahead, the love apartment remains a place of hope and blessings for couples who share a deep and genuine love for each other.

Kamon Hiro, a 45-year-old librarian, chose her profession out of her passion for books. Despite being admired for her stunning beauty and kind demeanor, she harbors a disdain for people due to past hurts. Her one true love, Choji, abruptly left her during their university days, leading her to lose faith in love and opt for a solitary life. However, when she unexpectedly reunites with Choji and learns of his terminally ill mother, Teruno, she agrees to pretend to be his wife to fulfill the dying woman's wish.

Aoki has developed feelings for Hashimoto, the classmate seated beside him

Chu Sang U, a diligent computer science student, finds himself completing a group assignment solo after his teammates abandon the project. Frustrated, he decides to remove their names and submit the work as his own. This action negatively impacts Jang Jae Yeong, a popular design major with aspirations of studying abroad, as he is deprived of credit for the project. Seeking retribution, Jang confronts Chu, but as they are compelled to collaborate, an unexpected bond begins to form between them.

In the webtoon "Can't Confess" by Seok Young, Kim Jin U finds himself harboring feelings for his friend Jung Gi Seop, who is known for being lazy. When Gi Seop asks to stay with Jin U temporarily, he finds it hard to contain his emotions as the short visit starts to become a permanent arrangement. Will Jin U be able to keep his true feelings hidden and resist the urge to confess to Gi Seop? (tappytoon.com)

When three famished girls come together, it's essential to share their romantic escapades! If the food is delicious, it has zero calories; if you chat about love while dining, it counts as -999999 calories. (Dramawiki)

Ren'ai Shinden explores various forms of forbidden love through four distinct tales: Tsubasa no Kakera, Sayonara no Melody, Seifuku no Eve, and Unmei no Kodou.

Hikawa Tooru, a former math teacher, develops feelings for Akagi Masumi, a PE teacher at the same high school, sparking a romantic relationship between the two men. After three years, he is encouraged by the school president to become a lawyer and joins a law firm. The outbreak of a new virus forces schools to close, leading to a shift towards remote work and learning, causing a change in people's work habits. Unfortunately, Hikawa finds himself facing a crisis while beside his partner, prompting him to reflect on his life. At the new law firm, Kana Yunagi, a prominent international lawyer, serves as the director, while Ryo Takase, a young lawyer, handles various cases. When Hikawa's artist friend, Kawasaki Taiyo, seeks legal assistance, both Hikawa and Takase are taken aback by his request, leading to Takase developing special feelings for Hikawa.

Laurel Tree Tailor Shop, a family-run establishment, has been operating for nearly a century. The master tailor, Lee Man Sool, has mastered the rare skill of crafting bespoke suits. After deciding to leave, Man Sool leaves behind a note for his wife, instructing her to sell the traditional shop, as he believes it can no longer sustain itself and lacks the strength to do it himself. His family—his wife, son, and daughter—are shocked by his choice. Meanwhile, his former apprentice is heartbroken upon hearing of Man Sool’s departure and considers returning to the shop, a move his wife prohibits. Family dynamics become complicated when Dong Jin unexpectedly loses his position as president of his father-in-law’s company, and his wife initiates divorce proceedings. Convinced that returning to his father's tailor shop is his best option, Dong Jin makes that decision. The seamstresses are eager to keep the shop running until their boss returns, but one woman is hesitant due to her negative experiences with Dong Jin. What will it take to rescue this cherished community shop? (Viki)

Rewritten text: >> In the first story titled "My Hero," a deceased woman's spirit possesses a young man's body, with only a week to win back her former boyfriend while in this new form. >> The second story, "Stay Away from Me," involves a friend's interference in bringing together a celebrity and their new stepbrother. >> Lastly, in the third story, "Obsessed," a man reincarnated after a fatal accident struggles to avoid falling for the same person once more. (Viki)

Following the release of its pilot series (2 episodes) in 2017, Luv Pub is returning! In your twenties, where is the best place to gain insights into the real world? It’s not in an office; it’s at your part-time job! This web drama explores the lives, relationships, and aspirations of the part-time employees at 'Luv Pub'.

This term, diligent Shane has the responsibility of tutoring the carefree and charming Kit. At the same time, just as Kim is about to lose hope in romance, the arrival of new student Mon sparks an instant attraction.

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.

Five men and four women share a single apartment in the Chinese sitcom iPartment, often compared to the popular show Friends. Filled with witty banter, humor, and references to history and pop culture, iPartment follows the amusing, bizarre, romantic, and heartwarming escapades of the Love Apartment residents. Although Shanghai is a vast city, they all reside in the same building, occupying two separate units. Two of the residents, Tie Zhu and Er Niu, finally meet by chance and eventually fall in love, leading to a joyous wedding ceremony. In a touching gesture, the building owner renames the building "Love Apartment" in their honor and offers discounts on rent, water, and electricity to all couples residing there. Wedding crashers Lu Zi Qiao and Chen Mei Jia, despite their mutual dislike, cannot resist the temptation to join the Love Apartment community. However, their plan to deceive the other residents proves to be more challenging than expected.

In every populated area, there exists a community. Districts are interconnected by trains, with stations serving as meeting points for people and opportunities for love to blossom. This series consists of 10 episodes showcasing various love stories - romantic, familial, friendly, and hometown love - all centered around different train stations along the Osaka Loop line. (jdramas.wordpress)

Modern Love Tokyo is a collection of seven romantic comedy episodes, with one of them being animated. The series showcases different types of love in unique ways that will evoke both laughter and tears, touching the hearts of viewers worldwide. It is a remake of the American web series "Modern Love" [2019] produced by AMAZON STUDIOS.

Song Jin Poong, the oldest of four brothers, diligently strives to provide for his family. He is also a man who struggles to move on from his first love. His mother, Ok Hee, is eager for him to settle down, especially since he is already 38 years old. Ok Hee is convinced that her sons are exceptional prospects and that any woman would be fortunate to marry one of them; however, the neighbors hold a different opinion, as each son faces his own distinct challenges.

Zhang Fan, an interior designer who has gone through a divorce and lost faith in lasting relationships; Pan Xiao Chen, an outstanding insurance agent who is feeling dissatisfied in her long-term relationship; and Luo Xiao Xiao, a popular pet blogger who has yet to experience love, are three main characters with different backgrounds and personalities facing challenging circumstances. Despite encountering betrayal, deceit, and obstacles, they overcome life's difficulties with honesty and determination, ultimately reaching a turning point in their lives and discovering improved versions of themselves. (iQiyi)

An individual experiences two deaths throughout their life. The first occurs when their physical form ceases to exist, and the second happens when they are forgotten by those around them.

Meen, a fifth-year medical student, enjoys a dedicated academic lifestyle enriched by the delightful presence of friends such as Bon, Flint, Kim, Baikhao, and Pokpong. One day, Meen's mother sends Tul, the son of a close friend who has recently passed the entrance exam for engineering at Chiang Mai University, the country's premier institution, to stay with Meen and tasks him with looking after Tul. Meen views this as a favorable chance for Tul to move into a dormitory close to the university, allowing Tul to take care of Nirand instead. However, before the move, Meen discovers that beneath Tul’s academic success lies a battle with depression. Motivated by his medical knowledge and empathy, Meen selflessly decides to forgo the dormitory arrangement to support and care for Tul. As they share living space for a time, their bond evolves from mere “brothers” into something deeper. Both face the dilemma of whether to pursue a romantic relationship or to remain just “brothers” in order to achieve their personal aspirations.

The determined young man Shen Jing Yu finds himself disrupted by a mysterious Chinese Valentine's Day divination spell. He struggles to come to terms with the idea that he is fated to temporarily live with his neighbor Gu Sen He, who constantly queries, "Are you content today?" Shen Jing Yu, plagued by the situation, dedicates his life to expelling the god of plague from his home, albeit unsuccessfully. Strangely, pink bubbles persistently hover in the air. Thus, the two adolescents share a comical and unforgettable holiday experience.

Five brief tales exploring the themes of relationships, love, and the complexities of life.

Two artists from distinct backgrounds are joining forces to create a new series titled "A Playful Kiss in Likay Style," where likay star Ja is helping leading man Jack prepare for his character. On the surface, everything seems to be going smoothly, but behind the curtain, the two are at odds with each other.

The series follows the lives of individuals who have fallen out of love. Matsuo Ryo is employed at a landscaping company and holds a negative view of women. During a visit to a client's office, he encounters Satogawa Akane, a secretary to a CEO who is highly regarded by male colleagues for her beauty and intelligence. However, Akane, disillusioned by a past relationship, is not interested in pursuing romantic relationships and only engages in sexual encounters with married men. A new colleague named Kinosaki Haruto shows interest in Akane. Meanwhile, Ryo is approached by his boss with a proposal to marry his daughter Tanno Ayaka and eventually take over the company, but Ryo sees Ayaka as a sister figure and feels embarrassed by the suggestion. Ayaka, who works at a construction site by day and a girl's bar by night, struggles with her own sexual identity. One night at the girl's bar, she is approached by a female customer named Kuroda Azusa.

After their father's factory closed due to the recession, Xiao Xun and her sister Chanel found themselves under the care of Mimi-chan, a glamorous police detective and family friend, as their parents evaded debt collectors. To make ends meet, the sisters decided to take in a new roommate named Lee Wei. Lee Wei, who happened to be the younger sibling of a notorious crime boss named Lee Xiong, harbored ambitions of following in his brother's criminal footsteps despite his exceptional intelligence that seemed better suited for a different path. Lee Xiong, however, insisted that Lee Wei attend college and lead a respectable life, a demand that Lee Wei adamantly refused. As a result, Lee Wei was sent to Mimi-chan for guidance and positive influence, given her law enforcement background. Over the course of a peculiar and eventful summer, these individuals from contrasting backgrounds would coexist under one roof and gain valuable insights into the complexities of life.

Chu Ai, a wax technician by profession, manages a sex education vlog in her spare time. Embracing the philosophy of "Sex Only, No Love," she maintains a committed sexual relationship with Ping Ke. As she navigates the obstacles stemming from the Chu family's expectations for both love and sex, Chu Ai grapples with the quest for desire, self-understanding, and the possibility of a deeper connection.

Tin Yat Hung, an unmarried man, has not had any luck in finding a partner. One day, he uncovers that his employer, KK, has been secretly collecting pictures of him, and soon realizes that KK has feelings for him. Feeling uneasy about KK's open declaration of love and pursuit, Yat Hung seeks guidance from his friends and learns that his male colleague, Siu Muk, also has feelings for him. Now entangled in a romantic triangle, Yat Hung must navigate his emotions towards his two admirers.

Fifa, a charming and highly materialistic young man with aspirations of traveling to Japan, finds himself sent into the forest to prove his worth following the rejection of his scholarship application. Hem, an older individual burdened by a troubled history, has chosen to live in seclusion as a park ranger in the woods. As the two grow closer, romantic feelings emerge between them; however, their personal challenges create obstacles, leading them to question whether their relationship can truly progress.

Following the commencement of their romance, actors Akafuji Yuichiro and Aoyanagi Hajime find themselves in a blissful honeymoon period. However, their intense personalities soon lead to misunderstandings and feelings of discomfort. The situation becomes even more complicated with the introduction of Kuromiya Ryoga, resulting in a whirlwind of emotions and tensions.

A complex romantic narrative involving medical students and engineering peers from two distinct schools, each appearing to inhabit entirely different worlds and lead vastly different lifestyles.

Seon Ho is an artist specializing in creating adult webtoons. Initially, he turned to this profession as a means of earning an income, but it has led to an unexpected consequence: Seon Ho has lost his ability to feel aroused for the past two years. Feeling drained, he decides to hire an assistant. Little did he anticipate that his new assistant, Mu Yeong, would be so charming. Mu Yeong is not only skilled and well-groomed but also seems to be quite wealthy. It leaves Seon Ho wondering why Mu Yeong would choose to work for him. As it turns out, Mu Yeong is actually Seon Ho's biggest admirer.

A compilation of brief narratives exploring the lives of various homosexual couples and their relationships.

Four friends who studied finance together in college are faced with the challenge of navigating the real world without jeopardizing their friendship. Yi Fen, Mao Mao, Qi Feng, and Dao Yuan had always believed they could achieve success and surpass the 22K-wage limit for new professionals while staying true to their values. However, a major disagreement causes a rift in their friendship right before graduation, forcing each of them to find their own way to success. As they pursue different careers and life paths, the former friends must decide how to handle their unexpected reunions in the future.

Four unique stories of homosexual love inspired by true events: "Together Against All Odds" (Episode 1), "From Beijing with Love" (Episode 2), "The Best Man" (Episode 3), and "I Vow to Build You a City" (Episode 4).

The Lam family comprises 4 brothers and one sister, with Yat Gong as the eldest and Sik Sui as the third brother. Living across from them was the Gei family, which consisted of the father, the eldest sister Hoi Sum, the middle sister Mei Lai, and the youngest brother Chong Ming. Cheung Bik Fan and Yat Gong were previously in a relationship but eventually ended it. The main storylines involve the romantic entanglement between Yat Gong, Hoi Sum, and Bik Fan, Hoi Sum's flower tea business, and the love affair between Mei Lai and Sik Sui.

Usami Kei, a corporate employee, experienced a rise in his social standing through his relationship with Mei, the affluent daughter of his company's CEO. When Mei ends their engagement, Kei finds himself stranded in an elevator of his apartment building during a blackout. Joining him are Airu, a multilingual translator, Ojiro, a fashion photographer, and Masato, a psychologist, all residents of the same floor. As they pass the time, they delve into discussions about romance and the concept of soulmates. This leads them to experiment with swapping partners amongst themselves.

In the bustling neighborhood of Daikanyama in Tokyo, there are four ex-schoolmates who reside together in an apartment, each striving to find their own happiness. Arisugawa Fuu is employed at a design firm and indulges in fashion with a substantial portion of her earnings, Hada Mizuho is an up-and-coming manga illustrator, Sakuragawa Rio specializes in psychosomatic therapy, and Enjoji Sayuri holds a position at an art gallery in Ginza.

At the age of 33, Haruta Soichi is a single man who lacks popularity with the opposite sex. Employed at a real estate agency, he resides with his parents. However, his mother abruptly leaves, forcing him to fend for himself. With no knowledge of basic skills like cooking or laundry, Soichi opts to move in with his colleague Maki Ryota, who excels at household chores. Eventually, Ryota and another coworker, Kurosawa Musashi, who is gay, both reveal their romantic feelings for Soichi.