The Early Spring · Season 1
24 episodes · 2026
A warmhearted new employee and her gifted boss navigate a fast-paced workplace, all while harboring a secret relationship that may jeopardize everything.
Episode 11. You Are Not Suitable
August 26, 202643 min9.3
After botching a job interview at a reputed agency, Shang Zhitao scrambles to find her footing in Beijing while befriending her new roommate.
Episode 22. The Workplace Isn’t Some Kind of Child’s Play
August 26, 202648 min
At a celebration dinner for landing a new project, Nian steps in to help Zhitao. Meanwhile, a mistaken identity threatens the peace at Sun Yu's place.
Episode 33. Repaying Favor With Your Life
August 26, 202646 min
After Zhitao escapes an assailant during a rainy mountain shoot, she and Nian must rely on each other when a landslide leaves them stranded.
Episode 44. Follow Me Home
August 26, 202649 min
A woman from Nian's past derails his dinner with Zhitao, while a chance encounter at a bar brings his growing jealousy to the surface.
Episode 55. Can You Control the Feeling of Love?
August 27, 202647 min
After an unexpected night with Nian, Zhitao insists on keeping their relationship strictly professional despite his efforts to win her over.
Episode 66. The First Cup of Osmanthus Milk
August 27, 202647 min
Determined to distance herself from Nian, Zhitao applies for a job transfer, but his refusal to let her go tests the boundaries they agreed upon.
Episode 77. An Ambitious Person Will Never Be Defeated by Life
August 28, 202646 min
Zhitao tries to focus on work and avoid Nian, but a new project forces her to seek his help as jealousy begins to cloud their judgment.
Episode 88. The First Person To Fall in Love Will Lose Everything
August 28, 202646 min
While Zhitao earns praise for her database, Nian is suspended over a malicious complaint, prompting the two to go on a mountain retreat together.
Episode 99. Love Is Stolen Candy
August 29, 202647 min
With a limited budget, Zhitao secures sponsorship for the basketball tournament, impressing her colleagues as Nian makes a surprising proposal.
Episode 1010. Being With You Is Like a Leap of Faith
August 29, 202649 min
A secret romance blossoms between Zhitao and Nian, but a workplace blunder threatens the careful balance they've worked to maintain.
Episode 1111. Love Begins on a Bittersweet Note
August 30, 202649 min
When Zang Yao accepts the flowers sent to the office, she unwittingly causes Zhitao to get the wrong idea and take a break from work with her roommates.
Episode 1212. Snow Falls With You Beside Me
August 31, 202648 min
Tensions rise between Nian and Zhitao when he tries to take care of her over the holiday break. Meanwhile, Yao decides to make a move on her crush.
Episode 1313. Do We Have a Future?
September 1, 202647 min
Zhitao receives an unexpected job offer during a company retreat in Phuket, but a seaside conversation leaves her at odds with Nian.
Episode 1414. Love Is Making Exceptions
September 2, 202649 min
While her roommates Yu and Yuanzhu are occupied at the hospital, Zhitao faces harassment from a shady rental agency, prompting Nian to intervene.
Episode 1515. Two Persons, One Heart
September 3, 202648 min
While Zhitao wrestles with doubts about her future with Nian, a new general manager works to erode his authority at the office.
Episode 1616. Thinking of You This Second Seeing You the Next
September 4, 202648 min
Dony tries to lure Zhitao to his side as Nian grows increasingly wary of his new boss. Meanwhile, Zang Yao prepares to return to the UK.
Episode 1717. Courage Is Acting Despite Fear
September 5, 202649 min
After learning of Dony's inappropriate workplace behavior, Zhitao takes matters into her own hands, causing an uproar at work and worrying Nian.
Episode 1818. Bucket List
September 6, 202645 min
Nian's jealousy flares after a misunderstanding at a speed-dating event, and a chance encounter with Zhitao's ex deepens the divide between them.
Episode 1919. Another Leap of Faith
September 7, 202647 min
Nian grows wary when Zhitao considers pursuing work opportunities outside the city. A health scare finally forces the couple to confront their future.
Episode 2020. I Will Watch Over You From Beyond This World, Until Your Life Is Whole
September 8, 202652 min
Yuanzhu finally confesses his feelings to Zhitao, but when devastating news arrives, Nian mistakes her compassion for something more.
Episode 2121. A Grand Retreat
September 9, 202653 min
An office scandal dampens Zhitao's chances of winning a company award, pushing her to reconsider her career — and her future with Nian.
Episode 2222. The Number You Dialed Is Not in Service
September 9, 202648 min
Nian uncovers the truth behind Zhitao's sudden departure, while she returns to Harbin to care for her father and begin again.
Episode 2323. Luke Is My Dog Too
September 9, 202645 min
Nian tries to win Zhitao's forgiveness after finding her in Harbin, using visits with Luke to slowly work his way back into her life.
Episode 2424. Shang Zhitao, Welcome Back to Beijing
September 9, 202643 min
A financial crisis draws Nian back to Harbin, where helping Zhitao gives the former couple a chance to confront their fractured relationship.