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Trial Marriage

Follows the narrative of a fashion conglomerate grappling with a dilemma

Their families arranged for them to marry, but they both fled to avoid it. However, they coincidentally met again and agreed to pretend to be married to appease their families. Little did they know that their pretend marriage would turn into a real one, and they ended up falling in love with each other. Their love grew sweeter with time.

To honor her late mother's dying wish of becoming a master, Yun You Ran, a skilled doctor with supernatural abilities, made the decision to leave her secluded mountain home and study the ancient Book of Poisons. However, this valuable book is a cherished possession of the Gu family, and only those who marry into the family and have children can access its teachings. Gu Ze, in search of a talented doctor with unique abilities to treat his adopted son's mysterious illness, proposes marriage to Yun You Ran. Despite initial misunderstandings, the two eventually come to an agreement and form a loving relationship.

This series follows the story of a strong female CEO and a caring doctor who decide to turn their fake relationship into a real love story out of necessity. As they exchange vows, they begin a journey of exploration together. Lu Fang Ning is introduced as the competent manager of Luning Group, a well-known furniture company. Despite her skills, beauty, and wealth, she faces pressure from her family as she nears her thirties, prompting her to seek a husband and start a family. Ling Rui, a handsome and kind-hearted surgeon, catches her eye as a suitable partner. Through manipulation, Lu Fang Ning convinces Ling Rui to marry her. However, she soon realizes her mistakes and works on improving herself, though maintaining the marriage proves to be more challenging than expected.

Jiang Mei Luo, a confident and assertive female CEO, found herself in a surprising situation after being betrayed by her boyfriend. She ended up marrying a handsome security guard impulsively. Despite planning to support her new husband, Jiang Mei Luo faced a major challenge when she realized he had been ignoring her. Unbeknownst to her, the security guard had multiple identities - he was also a salesman, a mechanic, and a delivery man, juggling more jobs than Jiang Mei Luo herself. It wasn't until a charity dinner, attended by the entire city, that Jiang Mei Luo discovered her husband's true identity as the heir of a prominent enterprise that everyone had been eagerly anticipating.

The president of EMT attempts to arrange a marriage between his daughter, Ai Mi Er, and He Yi Kun from Long Ke Company in order to form a business partnership. Ai Mi Er escapes and seeks assistance from her boyfriend, Peter, before finding herself working as a maid for He Kai Xin, the younger brother of He Yi Kun.

Xia Nuan Nuan, the owner of numerous properties, was deceived by her boyfriend who was unaware of her true background. Xie Jin, the CEO of Xie Group, disguised himself as a delivery person to avoid a blind date and accidentally collided with Xia Nuan Nuan, who recognized him as her savior. They quickly tied the knot and both pretended to be financially struggling to conceal their identities. Through a series of events, the couple eventually found happiness together.

Shen Xing Li was deceived by a deceitful person, ended up inebriated and engaged in intimate relations with her best friend's relative, leading to an enforced marriage. Following their union, Sang Mu Ye valued his wife above all else, even resorting to physical punishment to seek justice for Shen Xing Li, ultimately setting aside his grudge in order to safeguard her professional aspirations. A meticulously orchestrated incident brought about a profound connection between the two individuals, illuminating their lives in unexpected ways.

Shu Ke, a salesman with dreams of becoming a designer, enters a contract marriage with Tao Hua, a wealthy second-generation woman. This arrangement brings numerous challenges, including dealing with a strict mother-in-law, a jealous childhood friend, an ambiguous father-in-law, and Tao Hua's friend who has feelings for Shu Ke. As they become more entangled in their deception, genuine emotions start to develop between them. Eventually, their fake marriage is exposed, leading Tao Hua's mother to pressure Shu Ke to abandon his design aspirations and join the family business. Reluctantly, Shu Ke agrees, facing various obstacles as the chairman's son-in-law. Meanwhile, Tao Hua sacrifices her own desires to support Shu Ke. With their relationship at a standstill, the question remains: can they ever have a true marriage?

The series follows the tale of Zhen Gao Gui, an upper-class woman who faces financial ruin and ends up working at a public relations firm. While there, she forms a connection with Zhong Yi Ming, the temporary president of a client company. Together, they navigate through challenging times and work together to build a successful business. As their partnership blossoms, they both experience personal growth and deepen their bond. The show combines humor and heartfelt moments, offering a workplace romantic comedy that is both entertaining and heartwarming for viewers.

The story revolves around Cui Jia Yan, a wealthy and proud woman who faces heartbreak and financial ruin. Determined to turn her life around, she takes control of her father's recruitment agency. In her new role as a novice headhunter, she enlists the help of Lu Li, an experienced headhunter, to guide her. However, Lu Li's unexpected decision to leave a prominent company to join Cui Jia Yan's small firm raises suspicions of hidden intentions.

After ending her relationship with her boyfriend, An Jie decided to travel abroad. While overseas, she experienced a temporary loss of vision due to a car accident, which left her feeling hopeless and contemplating suicide. However, a stranger came to her rescue during her darkest moment. Despite never seeing his face, An Jie formed a strong bond with this compassionate individual. When her vision eventually returned, the man had disappeared without a trace. Six years later, An Jie returned home to reunite with her family and encountered the distant and aloof Xi Xi Chen. What mysterious secret does Xi Xi Chen hold in her heart?

The cunning CEO and the two-faced wife initially entered into a marriage of convenience, pretending to be in love. However, it was later revealed that she was only marrying him to reclaim her mother's possessions. Surprisingly, the CEO found himself developing genuine feelings for his supposedly "stupid" wife.

The narrative centers around Xia Meng Wei, a wealthy and assertive female CEO with a tough exterior but a kind heart, and Gu Yan, a charming salesman with smooth communication skills and a knack for handling life's challenges. Xia Meng Wei is immediately smitten with Gu Yan upon their first meeting and ends up impulsively removing his shirt during a subsequent encounter. Determined, she courageously pursues Gu Yan, eventually entering into a relationship with him despite his facade of gentleness.

In a previous existence, Yun Qian Yao endured indescribable suffering: the loss of her freedom, her parents, and ultimately her own life, all at the hands of her husband Yan Shi Jie's desire for her family's wealth. Now, miraculously, she finds herself back on the day of her engagement to the very man who caused her downfall. With the painful memories of her past and the unsettling warning and unexpected proposal from Yan Shi Jie's brother, Yan Cheng Jue, fresh in her mind, Qian Yao sees a new opportunity. Seeing the deep-seated rivalry between the Yan brothers, she decides to form a risky partnership with the formidable Yan Cheng Jue. United by a common foe and a desire for justice, they will navigate a dangerous path to unveil Yan Shi Jie's true monstrous character and seek a satisfying retribution.

Jiang Ruo Yan's father attempted to kill her by burying her alive in a bid to secure the family business. However, she miraculously survived and was saved by seven mountain masters. Years later, Jiang Ruo Yan descends from the mountain to stop the arrogant Zhan Jing Wang, with whom she shares a child, from marrying another woman. Meanwhile, her father and his illegitimate daughter persist in causing trouble for her.

Xiao Da, known for her wild ways, impulsively decides to support Cen Yu financially upon learning about his family's financial troubles. Despite harboring feelings for him since their school days, she had refrained from getting too close, assuming he was in love with her sister. On the other hand, her family arranges her engagement to the heir of the Duan family, but she rebels against it, determined to follow her heart.

Meng Qing Yao found herself in a brief drama where she transformed into a wealthy Beijing socialite. Embracing the opportunity, she confronted an opportunistic man and stood up to a wicked stepmother. Serendipitously, she crossed paths with renowned male model Li Huai Qian. Together, they navigated challenges and adversaries, finding love and personal development along the way.

Ning Sui and Gu Shen transitioned from being classmates in high school to becoming a couple under contract due to parental pressure to marry. As they lived together, they slowly developed feelings for each other, only to discover that they were actually rivals in business. This story is adapted from the novel "Wo Jia Ba Zong Hen Ao Jiao" by Lin Huo Huo.

The strong-willed female outlaw Bai Yun Feng, along with Chen Da Wan and her siblings, tried unsuccessfully to steal the birthday present from General Hu Shou intended for Shang Shu Hu Bu. They were apprehended by General Huang Fu, who presented Bai Yun Feng with a choice: face execution or marry his second son, Huang Fu Yao, using the alias Lu Wan'er. Huang Fu Yao, the arranged spouse, then began an exciting adventure of romantic love...

Office worker Ye Wan Ge finds herself in a peculiar situation after a car accident, where she wakes up as a character in a story. Believing she can return to reality by matchmaking the male lead, Feng Mu Chen, and the virtuous female lead, Lu Wan Qing, Ye Wan Ge faces repeated failures. It becomes clear that she must fulfill the life quests within the story in order to truly leave. (iQiyi)

Lin Xiao Xi, a young female CEO of a prominent corporation, may come across as aloof and accomplished, but harbors feelings of loneliness. Serendipitously, she crosses paths with Li Jia Yuan Zi, who appears to be an ordinary employee at her company but is actually an undercover agent on a special mission to uncover a business conspiracy. Their relationship blossoms amidst the workplace, but his secret identity and mission add complexity. As the investigation progresses, Lin Xiao Xi's company faces a major crisis, forcing him to make a difficult choice between completing his mission and protecting his beloved.

This story showcases the exciting adventures of the lively Song Qiao Xin. During her college days, Qiao Xin had a crush on Xu Ming Hao, who was like a shining star in her eyes. While working as an intern, Qiao Xin realizes that the company's president, Bai Jing You, has traits similar to a husky. Jing Yu makes various attempts to convince her to sign a confidentiality agreement. With a mix of conflicts, happiness, and warmth in their lives, will they eventually develop feelings for each other and end up together? (913E.com)

Jiang Li disguised herself as a regular person and attended a blind date seeking a submissive partner. Lin Jun, the leader of the Chenglin Group, also concealed his true wealth to avoid attracting a materialistic partner. Despite almost revealing their true identities multiple times, the two ended up marrying each other swiftly due to their chemistry. Surprisingly, their companies had numerous collaborations, adding a layer of complexity to their relationship.

A web series showcasing a romantic relationship in the workplace, filled with intrigue, hidden truths, and interns attempting to find their way through their professional lives.

Choi Sang Eun excels as a partner, choosing to provide her expertise in contract marriages instead of tying the knot herself. Over the past five years, she has been aiding the enigmatic Jung Ji Ho, but as of late, she discovers herself developing romantic sentiments towards him. Simultaneously, she finds herself captivated by a new client, the well-known actor Kang Hae Jin, who frequently enlists her help. Balancing her professional obligations and her blossoming feelings for both men proves to be a challenge for Sang Eun as she struggles to maintain control over her heart.

Li Zhi Cheng, a former military personnel, was tasked with taking over his family's business amidst a period of decline. His path crosses with Lin Qian, a determined and skilled young professional struggling to launch her own business. Despite skepticism from the industry due to Li Zhi Cheng's lack of business expertise, the duo of him and Lin Qian manage to elevate Wen Da's business to unprecedented success through a combination of her experience and drive, and his strategic thinking.

Fifteen years ago, a tragic event led to the separation of childhood sisters Xiao Jiu and Wei Wei. Recently, they reunited unexpectedly through work and with the assistance of their childhood friend Tie Zi, they secured a record deal. However, they faced competition from their peers which strained their relationship. Xiao Jiu had to return home to work and mend misunderstandings with Wei Wei to continue their music careers. Despite the challenges, they persevered with a compassionate attitude towards those around them. Through their journey, Wei Wei and Xiao Jiu exemplified the importance of friendship, love, and family.

To move on from a past heartbreak, Gao Xiao Xiao purchased an emotional companion robot online. However, she found unexpected solace in her brother's everyday mishaps. The robot, named MAX, recognized Xiao Xiao as its "master" and provided unwavering support. Despite her attempts to distance herself from Max, Zha Li's efforts were unsuccessful. The seemingly innocent robot was eventually discovered by the siblings in a twist of fate. (Douban)

A variety of complex relationships, cunning plots, and intense romantic connections can be found in this story. (Weibo)

She was left by her boyfriend after discovering his infidelity, prompting her to seek revenge by pursuing her third uncle. This incident is depicted in the web novel "Cuo Liao" by Qiao Yao.

The drama "Charming Protector" depicts the romantic relationship between Gu Rong, a spoiled and rebellious heir, and Su Jing Jing, a resilient young woman with a sweet appearance. Following a mishap, Su Jing Jing is assigned as Gu Rong's personal security detail. Despite being strangers prior to this incident, their connection blossoms into a deep romantic bond as they navigate each other's lives. (WeTV)

Wealthy woman Lin Shu secretly supported her boyfriend Lu Ke Ting in starting a business, only to be betrayed by him after three years. Out of anger, Lin Shu impulsively married Fu Yan Nian, a passerby, not realizing he was the president of Longchuan Fu Group. As they supported each other and grew closer, their marriage blossomed into love.

When a spontaneous marriage and a secretive CEO come together, the result is a charming and humorous romance. Wan Xing and Jing Ran, tired of being set up on blind dates, opt to tie the knot after a chance encounter on the street. However, the CEO insists on pretending to be an ordinary person rather than revealing his wealth. Follow along as these two individuals grow closer each day, navigating his amusing attempts to conceal his true identity.

Po Xi Huan, a second-generation chaebol of Taiwanese and Korean descent, is uninterested in inheriting his family's Korean company. His Taiwanese cousin, Yen Han Xiang, manages the family business division in Taiwan and is eager to take over the company. Han Xiang is slightly irritated that his younger cousin may inherit the business instead of him. Xi Huan meets Mi En, a skilled pastry chef who has caught the attention of Han Xiang and eventually falls in love with her. Chen Ai Lin, the daughter of a Taiwanese pastry conglomerate owner and Mi En's college best friend, also has feelings for Han Xiang.

Judge Jung, the youngest individual to hold a judicial position, is admired by his peers. He is a compassionate and gentle person, with a passion for volunteering and a talent for cleaning. Despite his seemingly flawless exterior, he has never been in a romantic relationship. One day, while heading to work, he accidentally collides with a woman named Ji Hye, who owns a workshop. To make matters worse, Ji Hye's hair becomes entangled in Eui Chan's shirt, and her makeup smudges his clothing. In a hurry, Ji Hye rushes away, but Eui Chan finds himself captivated by her at first glance. (KOCOWA)

Due to a mix-up with room cards, Chu Ruo Yun found herself in a contractual marriage with her best friend and boyfriend, Long Hao Tian. Although it was a marriage of convenience, Long Hao Tian was unhappy with the mistreatment Chu Ruo Yun received from her family and boldly declared his intention to protect her. As they grew closer, they fell in love and made a secret vow to each other, deciding to marry happily. However, their peaceful life was disrupted by the return of Chu Ruo Yun's ex-boyfriend and Long Hao Tian's best friend...

A tale of a content pair who confront challenges from their past relationships and come to value each other. Meng Yun and Ai Da are about to tie the knot. As they embark on the journey to legalize their union, they find themselves crossing paths with several ex-partners determined to disrupt their bond.

He is divorced and lacks direction, often labeled as a "loser," yet he possesses good qualities. She is in her thirties, unmarried, and childless, also facing judgments of being a failure, which can be hurtful. There are men who are not necessarily bad but seem directionless. Men in their thirties, divorced, and somewhat aimless. They may be popular, but lack substance. Their lack of seriousness can be seen as a flaw. However, there are women who find this trait attractive. This is a unique love story about such men and the women in their lives. It depicts men and women in their thirties navigating challenges and making mistakes in their pursuit of happiness in a raw and honest manner.

A compelling narrative unfolds in the backdrop of an IT company that gained attention for its attempt to manage a professional baseball team. The story follows an entrepreneur who achieves great wealth through his business prowess. His apprentice demonstrates his skills within the company and rises through the ranks. The drama raises the fundamental question: What truly defines success in life? (Fuji Creative)

This drama presents a stark contrast between a woman who thrives through intellect and logic and another who exploits her looks and emotionality. Byun So Ra, hailing from a modest background, is incredibly diligent in her pursuits. However, after being betrayed by her boyfriend, her aspirations of becoming a professor crumble. Subsequently, Byun So Ra joins a cosmetics firm, where she encounters a rival, leading to a series of conflicts within the company. Jae Hee will portray the male lead, Yoon Joon Soo, who is characterized as a handsome, intelligent, and capable chaebol, serving as the head of the cosmetics enterprise.

Mala is nearing thirty and remains unattached. A firm believer in sacred customs, fate, and spirituality, she has spent years relying on destiny while healing from a shattered heart. However, as time goes by, she begins to worry that she might remain single indefinitely. Eager to shift her fortunes, Mala enlists the help of her close friends and her childhood neighbor, Pokpong. Together, they explore every temple and shrine, wishing for love to finally come into her life. Just as she is on the brink of losing hope, three distinct men enter her world: a compassionate doctor, a thriving entrepreneur, and a free-spirited indie musician. Now, Mala faces the challenge of choosing whether to heed the signs she cherishes or to trust her own feelings.

Xiao Nai is known for his expertise in gaming, as well as his success in basketball, academics, swimming, and running a game company, making him the most popular student on campus

Chen Qing Qing, the daughter of a wealthy family, is determined to avoid an arranged marriage and pursue love on her own terms. On the day of her wedding, she escapes from the town and enrolls in the college where her parents once studied, hoping to uncover the truth about their mysterious deaths. To conceal her true identity, she undergoes a transformation and tries to blend in with her fellow students. Her classmate happens to be the popular singer, Si Tu Feng, whom she has crossed paths with before. Despite starting off on the wrong foot and constantly bickering, they may discover a deeper connection. This marks the beginning of Qing Qing's journey to unravel the secrets surrounding her parents' passing and find genuine love. Retrieved from the online novel "Accidentally in Love" by Chen Guang Xi Wei.

Na Young Won, a successful senior editor at Monthly House, leads a simple life in a rented residence

Yoon Song Ah is employed as a marketing professional at a beauty company. She finds fulfillment in her work and aspires to establish her own brand in the future. Chae Hyun Seung, a colleague in the marketing department, becomes interested in Yoon Song Ah. Despite his attempts to pursue a romantic relationship, Yoon Song Ah politely declines, expressing her preference not to date younger individuals.

A quarter of a century ago, the Haesung Group experienced the loss of their granddaughter, Choi Eun Seok

This web drama is based on a webtoon that shares its name. The story revolves around two brothers, Lee Yoon and Lee Sang, who cohabit despite having contrasting personalities. The elder sibling, Lee Yoon, works as a designer, while the younger brother, Lee Sang, is still a student.

Is it possible to pursue your aspirations without the ideal background? Ko Dong Man has always envisioned himself as a celebrated taekwondo athlete, yet he currently holds a position as a contract worker in a dull job. His long-time friend, Choi Ae Ra, dreams of becoming a television news anchor but finds herself working at a department store's information desk instead. Their friends, Kim Ju Man and Baek Seol Hui, have been in a relationship for six years, but they are now confronted with a new challenge to their bond. Can these four friends fulfill their personal ambitions despite having "third-rate" credentials? (Viki)