To Be with You

Talk about plot twister. From beginning, you'll love the romance; then you are brought along a roller coaster ride through all the plots of a typical Chinese drama. You will go through love, hate, action, tears, and frustration but it's not all overboard. It definitely is entertaining. Good story. In the end I fell in love with the 2nd lead actor, Wan Si Wei. I watched it without English sub so some of the contents were lost but the overall understanding of the story is there. I am more of a Romantic Comedy type, so I could not binge on this drama; but it was worthy enough to finish it and recommend it for others to watch. Definitely a creative genuine classic Cdrama.

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The first half is fun and enjoyable and I loved it, but the latter half is an emotional roller coaster where the dramatic storylines that have been building up unfold. By the end, I was just exhausted.

The two leads play their characters with intensity and spot-on humor, and have excellent chemistry. The premise of this drama isn't anything new: the rebellious male lead is a contender for successor of his father's company, the female lead is hardworking, kindhearted, with an exuberant personality. (Give her a chance, in the first episode she does seem a little over-the-top.) For the supporting characters, the Li family and Si Yu's dad were great.

This drama includes shady characters, scheming, family turmoil, revenge, unrequited crushes, etc. I can enjoy these sort of ~dramatic~ storylines when they aren't too frustrating or ridiculous. Some aspects of the latter half had plot holes or lack of believability in certain settings, especially the hospital scenes, and there were an excessive number of flashback sequences. Unfortunately, character development in the latter half is pretty much cast aside, which was unfortunate since many characters had a lot of potential.

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THE STORY OF A BOY NAMED OU YANG AND A GIRL NAMED LIN MEIYA ..A MUST WATCH ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

FOREWORD:
This is the longest Review I have ever written,So bare with me.It was a long drama,with a rich story and complex characters so I will spend time sharing my experience I had with them,In the hope that someone would watch and enjoy it as I did.

I finished this drama a few days ago, but I couldn't bring myself to review it right away. It felt like returning from a long flight around the world or like an astronaut trying to feel the ground again after landing on Earth. That’s what watching 65 episodes of a journey like this feels like.I was emotional,I had lived with the characters for days and It is taking me awhile to let them go.To this moment,I’m not quite sure how I stumbled upon this six-year-old drama, but it found me. And once I saw the episode count, I sighed and asked myself, “What could they possibly be talking about for 65 episodes?”

Curious, I dug into other reviews. Most were positive, though many were upset about a particular late-stage twist. But maybe that’s part of the magic discovering a drama that quietly sailed past your radar for years, and watching it knowing where the bumps and curves are. What pulled me in further was the cast almost entirely unfamiliar to me, except for Zhang Tao (Chen Zhe), who I'd seen in Nothing But You and Love The Way You Are. I went in with no expectations, just the strength of long-standing positive comments that had persisted across the years.

THE STORY

The setup is familiar: boy meets girl abroad.
But here, instead of meeting on the plane, they first collide literally on the streets of Paris. Ou Yang is running from his father's men, dodging responsibility and expectations, when he tumbles over Lin Mei Ya, who’s working at a small patisserie. Their official meeting happens later when they’re seated together on a flight back to China, thanks to an upgrade by Mei Ya’s wealthy best friend.Almost sounding like "Fake It Till You Make It"? Unlike the FL In FITYMK,who prefered silence, Lin MeiYa who is tipsy on champagne and probably happy for the upgrade, leaves a chaotic impression and the accidental suitcase switch becomes the spark that binds their paths.

Back in China, the story branches out into a mix of family business drama, class tension, and deep emotional arcs. But it’s all done with a grounded charm. The rich and middle-class circles are intertwined not with melodramatic force, but with a believable closeness and unexpected share of a "historical" neighborhood that will be the center of action throughout the show.

THE MAIN CHARACTERS

OUYANG (Male Lead – Sun Shaolong)

Ou Yang is not perfect, but that's exactly why you will love him, a big boy with a kind heart and an electrifying smile.He is fears, love and hate, make me want to get to know him, to get closer to him, he needs grow up, and he's always growing up. I would feel sorry for him, even pity him, for what he has gone through,but you just have to walk that path with him.

Ou Yang is like most young people with dreams, for love and family he wants to break free to realize freedom, wants to escape the dramatic sense of destiny, in the face of inner pain and struggle, he can only be brave to face. He loves deeply, directly and bravely, but in the face of the cruel reality he needs to make a choice, he has to bear, carry, this is the price of growth.At a times you want to reach into the screen and give him a hug..and say "OUYANG you are doing the best you can"

Ou Yang is a man unafraid of love, vulnerability, or emotional risk. He doesn’t hesitate to open his heart, nor does he hide his need for connection.
When he flies Lin Mei Ya across two continents under the guise of "work," it's not just about business, it’s about having someone in his corner, both literally and emotionally.In the solitude of the kickboxing ring ,a passion he keeps hidden from his controlling father, he finally allows himself to be seen. And Lin Mei Ya, with her quiet strength and unwavering support, cheers him on effortlessly.
In that moment, he’s not the heir, not the businessman, just a man who needs someone to believe in him. And she does.

Much of the controversy among viewers surrounds a major twist in the story, and while some felt betrayed by it, I found it painfully human. It raises a haunting question: What would you do if you discovered that the person you love is suddenly out of reach not by distance, but by a truth that makes it impossible to be with them?
The drama doesn’t shy away from this. Instead, it explores it through silence, moral struggle, and emotional collapse. Ouyang becomes a character you don’t just watch, you empathize with. His journey hurt, but it also healed something.

LIN MEIYA (Female Lead- Chai Bi Yun)

Lin Mei Ya is not your typical heroine. She doesn’t come from wealth or privilege, nor is she running from a gilded cage like Ouyang. Instead, she arrives in Paris chasing a second chance at life a quiet pursuit born from a history of rejection and resilience.
Born with a birth defect and abandoned by her biological family, Mei Ya is a survivor. She is the product of love not the convenient kind, but the selfless, healing love of an adoptive father who nursed her back to life. That strength carries her into adulthood, and it defines every step of her journey in To Be With You.

When she returns to China, she believes she’s about to step into her dream life, marrying the man she loves and finally settling down. But life has other plans. Betrayed and heartbroken, she finds herself in emotional chaos. It’s in this fragile moment that she crosses paths with OUYANG once again, not as strangers, but as two people standing at a crossroads. What follows over the next episodes is not just a love story, it’s a testament to her unshakable spirit.

Mei Ya doesn’t play the victim. She turns pain into power, faces adversaries like the fierce Li Weiwei (pre-redemption), and refuses to be bullied or broken.
Her dynamic with Ou Yang begins with friction fueled by their suitcase mishap and clashing personalities but soon evolves into a deep friendship and, eventually, a rare and unbreakable bond. She is good for him, he is good for her, and together, they heal and grow.

What made me truly love Lin Mei Ya was the depth and unwavering strength of her love for Ou Yang. Even when they were faced with an unspeakable twist,she refused to believe he had walked away without a reason. Her faith in him never wavered. She told everyone with determination, "I will go find Ou Yang, and he will tell me the truth." And when that truth finally came to light, painful, raw, and heartbreaking, she didn’t run. Instead, she stood beside him, on that rooftop, with all his brokenness laid bare, and said, "I knew you wouldn't break up with me for no reason."
That moment wrecked me. It wasn’t dramatic or loud, it was tender, resolute, and full of grace. Lin Mei Ya didn’t just love Ou Yang; she believed in him when it mattered most. And that made all the difference.

LI DONG (2nd ML) -Wan Si Wei

Li Dong is a beautifully crafted character who quietly stole our hearts,and by the end of the show we affectionately nicknamed him "Uncle Li."
His character radiates a deep emotional warmth, marked by unwavering loyalty, quiet strength, and a rare kind of gentleness.
Li Dong’s love for Lin MEIYA is patient, selfless, and deeply sincere, he supports her not with grand declarations, but through steady presence and silent sacrifice.
Even in moments of pain or rejection, he remains kind and composed, always choosing to protect rather than pressure. His emotional maturity and ability to love without demanding anything in return set him apart as a truly remarkable character.

What made Uncle Li our favorite wasn’t his romantic storyline, but his moral integrity and calm wisdom. He embodies a kind of manhood that values inner peace over pride, understanding over ego. Li Dong feels authentic and profoundly human.
In a drama with that heavy emotional twists and complex relationships, Li Dong stood out as a grounding force, someone who shows that love, when rooted in patience and respect, can be one of the most powerful and beautiful forces of all.

Did I mention he was the reason Ou Yang’s father had so many sleepless nights? He was the quiet force behind the scenes, Ou Yang’s unspoken manager and the owner of the gym where Ouyang often hid while chasing his mischievous ambitions. More than that, he was his best friend.
"Uncle Li" the name pinned by Lin Meiya back when she was just a student, working at the restaurant across from his,was deeply connected to both of them in one way or the other.But watching the woman he loves fall for his best friend must have been painful, but Li Dong is different.


LI WEIWEI (2nd FL/Li Dong's sister)- Shen TaoRen

Li Weiwei,is one of the most beautifully developed characters in modern Chinese television.
At first, she fits the mold of the typical bubbly, slightly annoying side character chasing after Ouyang despite his constant big-brother attitude toward her and being the sister of the ever-composed Li Dong.But everything changes after a pivotal event that becomes a turning point in her life. From that moment, Weiwei undergoes an extraordinary transformation, channeling her energy, loyalty, and razor-sharp comedic wit into protecting the female lead, Li Meiya, with an intensity that’s both heartwarming and hilariously entertaining.

What makes Weiwei so beloved is how she balances her fierce sense of justice with a wildly entertaining personality. She refuses to let anyone hurt Li Meiya or come between her and Ou Yang, becoming her self-appointed bodyguard, truth-teller, and cheerleader all in one. Her methods are often over-the-top and laugh-out-loud funny, but they’re always driven by genuine care and courage.
She becomes the heart of the story, a symbol of loyalty, growth, and redemption. Her journey from lovesick girl to fearless protector is one of the most satisfying and beautiful arcs you’ll ever see in a drama.

CHEN ZHE – The Villain (Zhang Tao)

Chen Zhe is the kind of antagonist that leaves a lasting impression, not because he’s flamboyantly evil, but because he’s calculated, cold, and quietly manipulative.
As a high-level player in the business and emotional entanglements of the drama, Chen Zhe operates with a polished facade that masks his dark ambition. What makes him dangerous isn’t just his actions, but how convincingly he blends into the lives of those around him, earning trust while plotting betrayal. He’s not loud, but he’s ruthless, someone who values power above loyalty, and control above love.

His villainy is rooted in deep insecurities and a thirst for recognition, which pushes him to cross unforgivable lines. Whether it’s using people as pawns or destroying lives for personal gain, Chen Zhe doesn't hesitate. Yet despite his efforts to manipulate outcomes and maintain power, his end is both fitting and sobering. Eventually, his crimes and schemes catch up with him, and he faces legal consequences, symbolic of how even the most carefully masked villains can’t outrun justice forever. His downfall is not just about punishment, but a moral closure.

OTHER IMPORTANT CHARACTERS TO NOTE:

XU SIYU: FL's best friend.She is a life lesson,she serves laughter and tears on the same plater.
JIANG YI LONG: ML's right hand man,bodyguard,hunter,ride or die,training partner,Jiang Yi Long has only one job; OU YANG
OU RUI: OU YANG's infamous sister,the center of gravity in Chen Zhe's web of deceit and his demise

Conclusion

To Be With You is one of those rare gems that quietly sneaks up on you and leaves a permanent mark. With its deeply emotional storytelling, rich character development, and refreshingly mature romance, it delivers far more than one might expect from a 65-episode drama. The writing is a solid 10/10, grounded, layered, and emotionally intelligent, with dialogue that feels natural and real. The casting is flawless. Every actor, even those previously unknown to me, embodied their roles so convincingly that they became unforgettable, especially the leads, whose chemistry was magnetic in the most subtle, soul-deep way.

While the music wasn't its strongest suit, it hardly mattered. The drama moved at such a gripping pace, packed with emotional intensity, action, and layered plotlines, that there was hardly space for a ballad to linger. And yet, the romance between Lin Mei Ya and Ou Yang didn’t need a sweeping soundtrack or physical intensity to be felt. They spoke with their eyes, touched with meaning, and held each other’s hearts in a way that made every hug, hand-hold, and lingering glance feel more intimate than a kiss. Their love was quiet but profound, deeper than the ocean.

The production value was another standout. Shot across three countries, the drama brought an unexpected cultural richness and cinematic beauty that’s rare in C-dramaland. From bustling streets to elegant foreign backdrops, the setting became a character of its own.

If there’s one point of contention among viewers, it’s the major twist that caused a temporary separation of the leads, but even that, in hindsight, added emotional depth and realism to their love story. For me, it wasn’t a flaw, it was a test they passed with grace.

In the end, To Be With You isn’t just a drama, it’s a journey. One of love, loss, resilience, and redemption. A complete, heartfelt experience that I’ll remember for a long time.
Someone said that this drama is a combination of all the good things that you wish can happen in K-drama and C-drama,and I completely agree.

If you reached the end of this long long review..check out the TT edit video Input together for all the important moments between Ou Yang and Lin Meiya:

https://vt.tiktok.com/ZSkeqP4qL/


PS:Thank you YouTube Community from the MZTV Channel for all the beautiful comments,laughter and tears..You made it fun and ease to watch a very long journey to the East.

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Okay

This was a very entertaining series. You get a mix of romance, humor, action, drama and mystery. The cast all did an amazing job. I love the communication and the chemistry between the two main lease of the series. They really did manage to pull off their annoyance with each other as well as build a smooth relationship that exhibit an amazing chemistry.
The series revolves around so many people. It’s hard to say that its simply about the two main leads because it involves their families and their friendships. Everything ties into the plot.
What I like most about the series was that the relationship between the male and female lead was unique, funny and also very sweet. I absolutely love the male lead in this series. I have never seen him in any other series but I absolutely love how his character was portrayed as a dedicated, hard-working, loving and free spirit. He was absolutely the person that many underestimate. Our male lead was a man that was rich and traveled the world but still has an amazing sense of loyalty and honesty.
Our female lead was great as well. She was individual with a back bone who was also very smart. I for one am glad that we were able to see a female lead who not only had common sense but would not allow herself to be bullied or belittled by anyone. It was refreshing.
Our supporting cast was just as amazing. I loved our second male lead. He was by far the best character in the series for me because of his personality.

What I did not like about the series was that it was too many episodes of misunderstandings. To elaborate if you receive a receive information from someone that could affect your future, one should not simply take the word and run with it. I’m really not a fan of watching shows that have misunderstandings that drag on for so long. For me as a viewer, it was annoying but it did not diminish the acting of the cast. I’m just one that hates prolong misunderstandings.

.The other thing that I was not happy about was that the series was 63 episodes. For me that is extremely long for a drama of this caliber. You normally see this number with those family dramas but this one was more than family it was business and romance and manipulations so it was a bit longer than I like. That being said it really could’ve end it much sooner, But I can only assume that the writers felt the need to drag it out and threw in a plot twist that frustrated me and then cleared it up at the last two episodes.
I really didn’t get the ending that I wanted, although it wasn’t awful it just seemed to be ungratifying. After 63 episodes you really want a grand ending because you committed so much to it and you really deserve it but I found myself cheated.


If you’re into family/business/romance/treachery type series you may like this one. Also if you are in the mood to start a series that is pretty long. If you’re looking for a smooth sailing romance, this is not it..

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One of the most entertaining modern dramas I've seen

Loved this drama so much I'm re-watching it already.
It has everything a drama needs - great writing, great acting by good looking actors, action with some parkour and martial arts! Good editing and directing. Even the wardrobe is good. The music is never annoying and stays in the background.
The main couple had wonderful chemistry, the other characters were well developed and felt real.
Each day I looked forward to watching more episodes, they were so satisfying, with the right mix of positive vs negative emotions.
If you looking for an entertaining drama, try "I want to be with you".

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Ok I really liked this one la. Even though I think the plot twist that was used is overdone in both Asian and Western dramas as well as YA books. I still think all the episodes and character development that happened prior to it was really good. Acting was not bad and some characters really brought the dramas as well as emotions.

Liked:
- overall, just really loved the storyline and plot of this one. I am honestly inspired by how nice the main female lead continued to be throughout the story even though she was faced with multiple injustices by multiple characters, some of which were supposed to be her allies.
- the main male lead really grew as a character throughout and it was nice to see the female lead contributing to his growth but not in the way that a female is secondary to their male partner type.
- lots of random bits of drama that was kinda entertaining

Dislikes:
- as much as I liked the random bits of drama, I also dislike the parts that had to do with family and were somewhat confusing/annoying/potentially unnecessary if they were introducing more people. But props to the writers because I think overall it did tie together really well in the end
- female characters that throw away friendships for men. I will NEVER understand this. I did watch one western drama where I felt that this did make sense but it was a mutual relationship and not one sided like in this drama.

WATCH!! it is kinda long though, so maybe put some time aside for it.

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This show is everything you expect and more with you watch a chinese melodrama that has more than 50 episodes. Lol. You have two people that fall in love and you think things are dandy and they're not. You have random twins, fighting, arguing, betrayal, new enemies out of nowhere, bad guys and good guys and all this random stuffed tossed together. Lol. I really did like the FL and ML, they were cute together and so that's why I really stuck around. I also hate dropping dramas no matter how bad it is and I committed so here I am, 65 episodes deep and I don't regret it but I could've done other things too. Lol. Like you had so many questions like why didn't you DNA test yourself?? Why are y'all always crying???

The FL was awesome, she was a great actress honestly. The ML wasn't bad at all. They had great chemistry and had a good thing going on until they didn't LMAO. I liked the secondary characters and then I didn't. I liked the family here and there and honestly, I kinda liked the sister a lot. Lol. She wasn't dumb but she wasn't great.

The music wasn't terrible though.

I wouldn't rewatch it lol I could barely really watch it, it wasn't a terrible show though, not even gonna lie. I think this is a each to their own type of show. lol

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Female having 20years relationship with her boyfriend which came to end because his greediness to climb the ladder to become famous by the time male lead indirectly connected with her heartbroken story because both of them has the common friend and that's the love triangle start but drama do not extend love triangle part much that is good . Twist and turn became the obstruction in their love which get solve at the end of the drama. Story having mixture of love,hatred, jealousy,happiness ,popularity,competition,little bit Melodrama.the story had sad moment a lot . It is not so good and not so bad story .okay one .can give a try . I am waiting for second lead two patch up ,i mean I want to see some scenes of them . This make story some what better I guess.

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? C-Drama Review: To Be With You ?

🌸 C-Drama Review: To Be With You 🌸
⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (6/10 — because the storyline had potential but the characters had me pulling my hair out)

Let me start by saying this—I loved the overall concept. The storyline? Chef’s kiss. Emotional, intense, and full of heartbreak and healing. BUT... one character single-handedly ruined it all for me: the Male Lead.

I mean... sir. You were doing fine at first—sweet moments, good chemistry, emotional bonding with the FL—but the second you found out y’all might be half-siblings, you just vanished?? No explanation, no support, just poof—left her in the dust like she didn’t matter. 🤡

Meanwhile, the poor FL was literally going through it. Her adoptive father? In a coma. Her "best friend"? Traitor. Her so-called love? Gone with the wind. She was completely alone and heartbroken.

AND THEN. The ML—instead of being a decent human—went and spent the night with her snake of a best friend (Siyu or whatever her name was). The betrayal?? Next level. That girl was the worst. Selfish, two-faced, and ready to marry the ML while the FL was out there barely breathing. Like, girl, what happened to sisterhood? 🚩🚩🚩

Let’s talk about the real MVP: Li Dong. This man carried the whole second half of the drama on his back. Always there for the FL, always supportive, never asking for anything in return. And his sister?? ICONIC. At first, she was all “I don’t like you” vibes but then turned into the FL’s ride-or-die, protecting her, comforting her, encouraging her, even taking public humiliation like a queen. That’s a real friend.

Now the part that destroyed me: the ending. Just when you think the FL is finally gonna choose peace, healing, and maybe Li Dong... the ML comes crawling back with “turns out we’re not siblings after all!” and BAM—they get married. Like… EXCUSE ME??? He left you when you were shattered and now you’re just gonna be like “okay sure, let’s get hitched”? 💀

No closure, no growth arc, just vibes and poor decisions.

So yeah—To Be With You had everything: potential, heartbreak, great side characters. But the ML and the FL’s “best friend” absolutely tanked the experience for me. Justice for Li Dong and his sis. 🙌💔

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Could have shorten the number of episodes SPOILER ALERT!!!

A very long drama, too many flashbacks BUT glad to finish with a happy ending. The character most I admire in this series IMO is Li Dong, I have never seen a man so calm after all the kindness he had given to the woman he's in love with and then got rejected. I was so sad for him because I wanted Mei Ya to accept his love. Truly one-sided love in every aspect. Same with other characters like her sister to Li dong, SiYu and Li WeiWei to Oh Yang and ZiJie to Ruo Nan. Lesson learned , revenge is not a good thing. Always cherish the present people around you, who love you will be there for you. Being a good friend should always consider her feelings first not take your friend's lover selfishly.

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