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Ding Pan Er, who was getting ready for her final exams, received an urgent summons from her father to come home. Upon arrival, she was introduced to a newborn younger brother. The significant 24-year age gap between them came as a shock to the young woman. The situation worsened when Pan Er was asked to take care of the new family member, as her father seemed indifferent towards his youngest child. Enduring mistreatment her whole life and feeling rejected by her family, Pan Er initially harbored disdain towards her brother. However, she eventually started to make an effort to provide him with everything their family couldn't offer.

This is a tale of bravery and personal development. Meng Fei Yang confronts life's many changes with compassion and affection, facing each challenge head-on. His life story deeply impacts others, shaping the narrative and revealing truths. Throughout his journey, he remains consistently kind, embracing personal growth and change while championing women's resilience in the modern era. In the story, "contract parents" holds dual significance. Firstly, it refers to the orphanage where Meng Fei Yang was raised. As the "dean mother" grows older and unable to continue her duties, Meng Fei Yang willingly steps up to oversee the orphanage, repaying the care and love he received by giving back to society and pursuing his dream of establishing a welfare home. Secondly, when Meng Fei Yang discovers that young "Hao Hao" has lost his mother and is struggling with mental illness, he transforms into a nurturing figure to mend the boy's wounded heart. Through his actions and adventures, the protagonist discovers life's true meaning and undergoes a profound transformation.

Han Xing Yue, a high-ranking professional, made the decision to leave her job and focus on being a stay-at-home mother for her child. However, she soon discovered that her husband, Ding Bo, had been unfaithful and had manipulated their assets. Despite sacrificing everything for her family, the situation took a turn for the worse. Refusing to accept the betrayal, she used her skills as a seasoned executive to engage in a strategic battle with Ding Bo. This showdown required both intelligence and bravery. Through this experience, she underwent a process of self-improvement and successfully changed the narrative for stay-at-home mothers, demonstrating how to effectively balance family life and career aspirations.

Reincarnation. Sang Ning once prioritized her connection with the Shen family in her previous existence, only to meet a tragic end when she was exploited until her worth was completely drained. In her fresh start, she made a firm decision to cut off all ties with the Shen family and seek out her biological father, Lu Xiao Han. (Chinese = Douban || Translation = Google Translate)

Taken in by the affluent Liews, Selene, who was left parentless, enjoys a life of luxury until the biological daughter reemerges, causing affection to turn into disregard. Feeling hopeless, she enrolls in the enigmatic Slumber Initiative to evade reality for three decades. Upon awakening, what lies ahead for her in this unfamiliar reality?

Zhen Xin and Jia Luoyi both became part of the affluent Ma family through marriage on the identical day. This extravagant wedding sets the stage for a captivating tale of the Ma family's trials and triumphs spanning three generations. (chinesedrama.info)

Luo Xuan, a wealthy young woman who was trusting and inexperienced, uncovered her husband Yan Zhi Jing's deceitful plot to seize her family's fortune. In response, she teamed up with her longtime friend Min Xi to confront the betrayer and reveal the collusion between Yan Zhi Jing and his lover, Bai Jia Jia.

After having her identity stolen by a servant, Song Ming Lou, the legitimate heiress of the Ye family, faces hardship while the servant's daughter enjoys a life of luxury in her position. Wrongly accused by the impostor, Song Ming Lou is sent to work for the powerful Zhao family and care for Zhao Jing Xuan, who is rumored to be a harsh tyrant but is actually hiding his illness. After three years of nursing him back to health, they prepare to marry, but she is deceived into returning home under the guise of her grandmother's illness, only to be coerced into donating a kidney to the false daughter. Zhao Jing Xuan saves her at the last minute. Now, three years later, the real and fake daughters are once again in a rivalry for their rightful positions.

He Si Yi, a city-based professional, faced a setback in her career as a result of changes in the workplace. She took a break at home, finding solace in her husband's presence. Their household dynamics shifted when her father-in-law moved in, leading to chaos in Si Yi's life. The clash between the father-in-law and daughter-in-law, along with the generational gap in their living habits, quickly became a point of contention in the household.

Xin Yu, a recently married woman to Yan Er, aspired to demonstrate her strength in the professional world. However, she was tricked by her husband and mother-in-law into becoming a homemaker. Facing a two-faced mother-in-law, a cunning sister-in-law, and a brother-in-law with a gambling addiction, Xin Yu found herself in constant conflict within her own home. Despite her husband's indifference towards the situation, Xin Yu decided to fight back using strategies from her past workplace experience.

Hao Zhi Zhi entered into his second marriage with Shen Xiao Yang, a young man who was ten years his junior. Having learned from the mistakes of his first marriage, Hao Zhi Zhi decided to develop his relationship skills early on. Despite his belief that "flirtatious women are the best," his inherent strong-willed nature often surfaced. Shen Xiao Yang, though young, embraced the responsibilities of marriage by being understanding and willing to compromise. Unexpectedly, Shen Xiao Yang's uncle, Wu Da Fu, came to stay with the couple. Wu Da Fu, the youngest and oldest in his family, presented a unique challenge for Hao Zhi Zhi. With the addition of Hao Zhi Zhi's mother-in-law and Hao Gang, the "father slave" of his daughter, the unconventional family of six embarked on a joyful and humorous journey together.

The narrative follows the journey of the protagonist Su Wan Yi, who faced the loss of her mother and chose to maintain her composure and self-reliance in the face of various challenges. She prioritized personal growth and the management of the Hou Mansion over emotional entanglements, fostering a relationship of mutual respect with her partner Xie Yan Li. Through her efforts, Su Wan Yi not only successfully oversaw the affairs of the mansion but also secured her position as its mistress, living a dignified and noble life. Her story is a testament to perseverance and the empowerment of women.

Xiao Yi Ming's company operates in the real estate construction industry. In 2018, Xiao Yi Ming noticed a shift in the country's real estate regulations towards a more practical approach. Seizing the chance when his company required funding, he astutely sold the company at a premium to Yu Da Yong, who desired the company but lacked the expertise to run it effectively. (Youku)

Xu Xi, a deceived female entrepreneur, stages her own death and reemerges under a new identity to regain control of her business and seek retribution against her disloyal spouse and closest companion. (TMDb)

A woman who is both a spouse and mother seeks to end her marriage with her husband

In the late fall of 2017, Shi Guang experienced the disappearance of her only child. By 2022, despite numerous unsuccessful attempts to find the child, the entire family was shattered. Zhao Liang, Shi Guang's spouse, could no longer bear her distant demeanor towards him. Simultaneously, Shi Guang felt disconnected from her family and burdened by the guilt imposed by her loved ones due to her inability to accept the loss. Everything changed when the couple's daughter was eventually located. However, instead of a fairy-tale ending, Shi Guang faced a significant challenge in rebuilding her relationship with her child.

Fang Yao, a revered figure in the fashion world, conceals her true self out of love, devotes herself to caring for her mother-in-law, and steadfastly stands by her husband Zhou Jin Wen. When her mother-in-law is diagnosed with end-stage renal failure requiring costly treatment, Fang Yao is determined to do whatever it takes to save her. However, her mother-in-law mistakenly believes that Fang Yao is the one who is unwell and is hesitant to use up all her savings. (Chinese = Weibo || Translation = Google Translate)