Love Story in the 1970s

A Heartwarming 70s Romance

“Love Story in the 1970s” is a calm and gentle drama that moves a bit slowly, but it’s still engaging enough to keep watching.

Some of the side stories felt a little boring at first, but they improved as the drama went on. I really liked the characters, especially the ML, who kept me invested in the story.

The chemistry between the leads felt natural and loving, making the romance genuinely sweet. The 1970s setting, with its costumes, scenery, and music, was charming and helped immerse me in the time period.

The drama managed to be emotional in some moments, even though it’s not my usual type, and the ending was satisfying, with the female lead getting into university and wrapping up the story simply.

Overall, it was a nice watch, calm, sweet, and nostalgic, though a bit slow for my taste. I’d give it 7 out of 10.

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very nice drama .. must watch .. 10/10 for me ..

for me the romance, love, intimacy, relationship between Fang Mu Yang & Fei Ni was sweet, beautiful, relaxing ..
i am just disappointed & angry with Mu Shan He [ Fang Mu Yang & Mu Jing's mother ] , her rude treatment towards Fang Mu Jing .. when both the parents were sent to the camp , both Mu Yang & Mu Jing were teen .. Mu Jing decided to take decision thinking practically not emotionally to cut ties with her parents so that she can get a job & earn money for living , but Mu Yang decided he will not cut ties , so he was also sent to the countryside .. suppose if Mu Jing wouldn't had cut ties with her parents , she would have also been sent to some where .. so if Mu Jing wouldn't had cut ties with her parents & were send somewhere , suppose where she would have been sent , if she were humiliated , punished , treated badly & if at last she can't endure it & would have ended her life like Ling Yi tried to end her life , than by staying loyal to her parents & not betraying them , would Mu Shan He will appear in front of Mu Jing instantly from one place to another like god ??

it's a happy ending ..

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Love Story in The 1970s is a Love Letter to us all

I was TOTALLY CAPTIVATED by this beautiful drama!!!

It was in many ways remindful of Korea’s When Life Gives You Tangerines…both beautifully and sensitively made dramas a caliber above what is out there to watch. I have said it before and will say it again, it should be a requirement to watch both WLGYT and now also Love Story In The 1970s to learn the quality of dramas Asian has the capacity to create.

I loved them both!

Each touched me deeply and will stay with me a long time.

Each raised the bar for their respective countries as examples of what an exceptional drama looks like.

And each are, in my opinion, truly works of art.

I believe they are both wonderful examples of Slice-of-Life stories…When Life Gives You Tangerines is a generational slice-of-life drama…A drama that shows us a picture over a longer length of time in a family. Yet WLGYT also gives us more beautiful moments then I can mention that will have you laughing and ugly crying throughout it’s amazing story.

Love Story In The 1970s is truly a “slice"-of-life drama. It gave us stories of a single family as they navigate daily, finding their place in a world within the backdrop of the new China. Gifting us with glimpses of such poignant sweetness when they discover simple happinesses; like when Fang Muyang brought home the record player and together they listened to some Mozart tented in their “bunk bed” (I so loved watching his face when he watches her), or their special rooftop spot or sharing a tin of melted ice cream or creating their wonderful mural out of a spiteful mess on their wall. And then there were other moments we struggled alongside them with their attempts to find their own voice, or tentatively reach out for their dreams like Fei Ni’s persistent pursuit to get to university or Fang Muyang’s struggle to create and be acknowledged for his own art.

The outstanding secondary cast from LSIT7 also portrayed their characters and their stories superbly, and I often found myself as invested in their characters as I was the leads. All were multiplexed real personalities with good and bad traits just like all of us and I’d find myself alternately rooting for them, crying for them, hating them or feeling truly empathetic to their plight. All their portrayals were deep, complex and full of humanity.

Ever since watching L&P, Yesterday Once More, My Best Summer and a few other earlier works, I have followed Chen Fei Yu. I think he is a very talented actor…BUT that said, his last two dramas I watched (and so eagerly waited for) were disappointing for me. So, I was a bit afraid he'd lost his way...and was a touch trepidatious about trying Love Story In The 1970s. But I need not have been…Chen Fei Yu was magical in this drama. His Fang Muyang sweetly reminded me at times of WLGYT’s Gwan Sik…a man often misjudged as maybe "not so bright" or not the “best choice" but both, in reality, have an incredible depth of love, integrity, caring and quiet strength we should all aspire to. Fang Muyang's powerful optimism carried himself and all he loved when life knocked them down throughout this whole story. He was the soul of this family.

Sun Qian was a perfectly cast partner to Chen Fei Yu with, I thought, great chemistry between the two. She genuinely made me believe I was watching a young girl in China in the post revolution 1970s. She seemed to epitomize a simple yet driven girl who was alternately strong, gentle, naive and wise beyond her years. If Fang Muyang was the soul of this family, Ni Fei was the backbone.

In the end Love Story In The 1970s teaches us ways to deal with hardships, teaches us to keep getting up…teaches us to care for others and shows us how we each need to stand tall When Life Gives US Tangerines.

And Chen Fei Yu?.....Welcome back, it's so good to see you again on the screen, being the talented actor you really are, in a work of such quality.

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"Since we're married, your problem is my problem" — A Love That Feels Like Home

Watching Love’s Story in the 1970s felt like finding a quiet, safe corner in a world that’s usually way too loud. It’s a story that takes its time, and I loved how it focused more on the small, protective moments than big, fake drama. This drama isn't flashy or dramatic; it’s just a beautiful, quiet story about two people choosing to be each other's comfort person.


✴︎ STORYLINE ✴︎
The plot follows Fei Ni, a woman who is essentially the backbone of her family, as she takes on the task of caring for the male lead Fang Muyang during his memory loss. What starts as a practical "fake marriage" to help her brother and secure her own future turns into something so much deeper. It’s not just a romance; it’s a story about two people choosing to be each other’s anchor when the rest of the world feels heavy.


✴︎ CHARACTERS ✴︎
1. FANG MUYANG (ML) - The Ultimate Green Flag 💚
Fang Muyang is the kind of character who makes you believe that marriage isn't scary as long as you have the right partner. He’s such a gentle soul with a heart of gold. What really got me was how he loved Fei Ni so selflessly—even when he lost his memory, it felt like his heart remembered her even if his brain couldn't. His instinct was always to protect her. He doesn’t just love Fei Ni; he deeply respects her as an individual. He is her biggest cheerleader, constantly encouraging her to chase her dreams and supporting her in everything she does.

What makes him a "total green flag" is how he pays attention to the smallest details of what she likes and dislikes. There’s a beautiful moment where Fei Ni suggests "buying secondhand item is the best deal and it saves money" to which Muyang responded "I'm fine with anything but i won't let you use secondhand things". He wants the best for her, always. He also cares for her family as if they were his own, sharing every struggle and never letting her face the "darkness" alone. He is also quite witty and knows how to protect his woman from those annoying side characters.

I have to say 'Arthur Chen' played this role with so much warmth and sincerity; he makes Muyang feel like a real, living person rather than just a fictional character. His performance is so natural that you truly feel the devotion in every look he gives her.


2. FEI NI (FL) - A Woman of Unbreakable Spirit 💖
Fei Ni is the kind of character who stays with you long after the screen goes dark. Her story doesn’t start with romance, but with a fierce, iron-willed determination to change her life. In an era where a woman's path was often narrow, she is the embodiment of perseverance, reminding us of Marie Curie’s words — "Life is not easy for any of us.But what of that? We must have perseverance and above all confidence in ourselves"!!! This confidence is what drives her and makes her character strong and inspiring.

Her journey begins with her taking on the massive responsibility of caring for Fang Muyang during his memory loss. While she initially did this to earn a university referral from Ms. Xu, her care for him quickly shifted from a "task" to something deeply genuine and tender. She gave him her absolute best, not because she had to, but because that is who she is—a woman of true substance.
When she eventually proposed a fake marriage contract, it was a selfless act of love for her family; she wanted her brother Fei Ting to have the space to settle down, so she chose to step out of her home to ensure he wouldn't have to sacrifice anymore. But as that contract turned into real devotion, Fei Ni became Muyang’s protector. Whether it’s her own parents or judgmental neighbors calling him a "fool" or saying he isn't a "right choice," she stands her ground every single time to defend him. She sees the brilliance in him that the world misses.

Sun Qian is absolutely amazing in this role; she captures Fei Ni’s grit and her "never-give-up" attitude so naturally. She makes Fei Ni an inspiration for anyone fighting for a better dream. This was my first drama of Sun Qian playing the lead role and she impressed me so much with her natural acting .


✴︎ THE SECOND COUPLE (QuHua and Fang Mujing) ✴︎
It’s such a smart move by the writers to include Dr. Qu Hua and Fang Mujing, because their story adds a completely different texture to the drama. While the main couple are like a fresh breathe of air, full of youthful vibes and gives us heart-fluttering slow burn; the second couple provides a fascinating contrast that kept me completely glued to the screen. Their journey is like a steady, flickering flame rather than a sudden spark. Their marriage was purely transactional at first - Qu Hua chose Mujing because she resembled his deceased ex-girlfriend, while Mujing agreed to the marriage as a desperate escape from the shadow of her family’s past, which was holding her back from her professional dreams.

They essentially married for mutual benefit, yet watching this "transaction" slowly turn into real love was captivating. Unlike the warmth of first love we see with the leads, QuHua and Mujing give us the weight of complex reality and emotional tension. It’s their mature, quiet kind of chemistry that caught me off guard, making their storyline just as addictive as the main one. The balance between Muyang & Fei Ni's sweetness and QuHua & Mujing's sophisticated struggle is what makes the show feel so complete.


⋆✴︎˚｡⋆ JEALOUSY AND MANIPULATION ⋆✴︎˚｡⋆
No story of resilience is complete without some villains, and Ms. Xu and Feng Lin are definitely that. Ms. Xu, as the leader of the Jiangcheng textile factory, often hides behind a mask of "righteousness" and "fairness." However, it’s deeply frustrating to watch her claim to be impartial while allowing someone like Feng Lin to whisper in her ear. Despite seeing Fei Ni’s undeniable capability, she withholds the university referral Fei Ni worked so hard for, making it feel less like a merit-based system and more like she’s simply taking advantage of Fei Ni’s labor.

Then there is Feng Lin who is hands-down the most annoying character in this entire story. Every time she’s on the screen, her smug face and petty schemes make you want to jump into the television and beat some sense into her. She's driven by pure jealousy and insecurity, she targets Fei Ni because she knows she can never match her talent, and she fears Fang Muyang will blow the whistle on her little secret. She is the perfect contrast to Fei Ni; where our lead builds her life through hard work, Feng Lin tries to build hers by tearing others down. Their presence adds a layer of realistic tension that makes you root for the main couple even harder.


✴︎ THE HISTORICAL BACKDROP ✴︎ ( Why ML's parents were sent to re-education camp? )
To understand why Fang Muyang’s family was shattered, we have to look at the father’s profession as a famous painter and his mother’s as a professor. Under the "Five Black Categories" of the 1970s (i.e Landlords, Rich Peasants, Counter-revolutionaries, Bad Elements, and Rightists), intellectuals and artists were labeled as "class enemies." The police didn't arrest them for a criminal act, but for their "ideological" influence; a painter who didn't produce state-approved propaganda was often accused of being a "counter-revolutionary" or a "Rightist." They were taken away because the state viewed their academic influence as a threat to revolutionary ideals. This is why they were stripped of their home and sent for "re-education"—a euphemism for forced labor intended to "correct" their academic and artistic mindsets.

This "Black" family status directly dictated where the children were sent. While many youth went to the countryside, those from "disgraced" families like the Fangs were often assigned to the harshest, most remote regions in the North (like Heilongjiang or Inner Mongolia) to undergo "reform through labor." The family’s eventual return and the restoration of their house signify the "Rehabilitation" period after 1976. This was the government’s way of officially clearing their names, admitting the painter/professor were not "enemies," and returning the property that had been confiscated during their years of exile.


⋆✴︎˚｡⋆ CINEMATOGRAPHY ⋆✴︎˚｡⋆
The production team did an incredible job setting up the retro vibe of the 1970s; it truly feels like a window into another era. They nailed the 70s retro vibe perfectly. I couldn't stop taking the screenshots and even my feed is filled with them. I especially loved the way they started and ended the day with those gorgeous sunrises and sunsets —it’s so healing to watch. The editing is smooth, never choppy, and it turns even simple scenes into something poetic. The visual storytelling is just as powerful as the script and it perfectly matches the gentle, steady pace of the story making you feel like you’ve actually stepped back in time.


FAV SCENES  ⋆✴︎˚｡⋆
1. NiNi tying MuYang's shoes 
2. Canola Flower field scene 
3. Muyang and NiNi discussing how they will set up their home 
4. Muyang NiNi painting the wall of their room together  
5. Muyang and Nini listening to the manual turntable audio secretely
6. The Shadow puppetry scene 
7. Muyang Nini decorating the factory's blackboard together 
8. Muyang giving a manual to Nini with the name "Fei Ni's Work Exhibition", in which he pasted all the pieces of her designs together that were torn by Feng Lin. He even drew her wearing all those clothes. This scene was incredibly wholesome (Ep 17) 
9. Muyang Nini Confession scene 
10. Their first kiss; it was so sweet and gentle 
11. Muyang Nini running towards each other and hugging after the Earthquake


FAV DIALOGUE ⋆✴︎˚｡⋆
⤿Fang Muyang - One mind falls short, two minds go further. Since we're married, your problem is my problem. We'll figure it out together.

⤿Fei Ni - I used to think I was unlucky, that luck was never on my side. But only now do I realize that all good fortune had been saved up so I could meet you.


⋆✴︎˚｡⋆ OVERALL  ⋆✴︎˚｡⋆
Overall, Love’s Story in the 1970s is a rare gem that balances nostalgic charm with raw, human emotion. It doesn't rely on flashy tropes; instead, it builds a world where every sacrifice feels heavy and every smile feels earned. The chemistry between the leads is grounded and real that i found myself smiling whenever they were on screen , they are just so cute together and their gentle love is so healing to watch. I also loved how the show didn't just focus only on the main leads, every character in the story felt like a real person with a real heart. The entire cast acting was great and watching their characters navigate family burdens, social pressures, and their own personal dreams is both inspiring and deeply moving.

So, if you’re looking for a story that gives you warmth, makes you think, and leaves you believing in the power of a supportive partner, this is a must-watch. This drama is a reminder that love can grow from anywhere — whether it’s from a kind heart (Fei Ni) or a place of deep healing (Qu Hua). It’s a slow-burn journey that rewards you with so much warmth and respect.

✅ Recommended If...
-You love a Green Flag ML who respects and supports the FL
-You love a "fake marriage to real love" trope
-You love a cozy, slow-burn romance that feels like a warm hug
-You want a practical, no-nonsense female lead
-You appreciate a healing aesthetic

❌ Skip If...
-You like fast-paced, high-stake melodrama
-You need an immediate explosive romance
-You want a plot without 'villainous' side characters

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I need a Fang Muyang in my life.

Unexpectedly GOOD!!

I watched this drama because of Chen Feiyu, and this is my second drama of Sun Qian (after The Guilty). I initially started it as a filler while waiting for more episodes of Generation to Generation, and I’m so sorry I almost skipped it :(

This is a slice-of-life drama, and many people think this kind of drama can be boring because it usually has less dramatic conflict. But this drama truly turns the simplicity of everyday moments (and the innocence of youth—just like the Chinese title suggests lol) into a compelling, interesting story.

First, the setting itself provides so many interesting aspects for storytelling. The girl is a factory worker whose dream is to become a university student. Achieving that dream was extremely difficult during that period because of government restrictions, as the universities only accepted workers, peasants, and soldiers through recommendations from their workplaces. Come on, Fei Ni just wants to go to university, why make it so difficult, my goodness. And then there’s the boy, who becomes an accidental hero after saving several neighbours during a storm. He also has a complex and fascinating family story.

I think the core of the drama is about this poor couple (like, financially… lol) who have limited resources in every aspect of life, yet they continue supporting each other to achieve their dreams. They face one hurdle after another and only have each other to lean on, but of course, they never give up. How much sweeter can it get?

Fang Muyang is such a green flag main lead, an entire forest, I can say. From the innocent first-love vibes, to the clever way he reacts to the sabotage his girl faces, to the constant positivity he shows throughout the story, UUUGGGHHHH I. LOVE. IT. He sets his eyes only on Fei Ni from beginning to end, and we all clap our hands when Fei Ni finally returns his feelings. He is the number one supporter of his wife through rain and storm, even an earthquake (literally). He even refuses to back down in the face of political suppression. Honestly, he is the best husband EVAR.

I can confidently say this drama is not boring at all. The pacing, the story, the characters, and even the villain, EVERYTHING works perfectly.

AND! THE SECOND COUPLE, GOSH.
I didn’t expect them to steal the spotlight, but their story is just as heartbreaking as the main couple’s. A marriage of convenience turns into true love. Despite all the lies and detours, they started wrong but ended up in the right place. Just as they should. I didn’t expect to search their edits on my timeline because I can't get enough of them. The chemistry is chemistrying.

I love how both couples are not simply “fake love turning real,” but rather people who heal each other, grow together, and complement each other. In the end, they also achieve their dreams. I feel like the dream part is a bonus; it’s the process that matters.

I also really enjoyed the family backstories, from the restrictions, the separations, and the difficult reunions. It feels like everyone is learning how to be an adult together, including the parents.

Lastly, the villain, OH MY GOD, Feng Lin, you are such a loser lol. All the evil things you did didn’t even bring you anywhere decent. Karma really exists, and you deserve it. And the Xu family, including the son and daughter-in-law, eat that! The actors did an amazing job portraying their characters. I almost punched my screen whenever they appeared. AND DON'T FORGET THAT LIN FAMILY! A truly evil leech family, huh.

It’s a pity the drama was a bit late in getting recognition. I really want to recommend it to everyone I know. The production quality is also impressive. I can only imagine how difficult it must have been to build sets that resemble the 1970s. And the acting! Chen Feiyu surprised me. I didn’t know he could portray such a sweet, innocent character like Fang Muyang. Before this, I only knew him as Li Xun and Sima Jiao (I dropped Eat, Run, Love, so maybe that’s why).

Anyway, this drama is a great start to 2026 for me. Recently, modern dramas have been grabbing my attention more than the usual costume dramas (Generation to Generation, you failed us! Grrr).
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May everyone find their own Fang Muyang

To be honest I had no intention of watching this drama when it was first announced. So I had zero expectations when I decided to randomly pick it up since I had nothing else to watch. I didn't even read the synopsis and the only thing I knew was that it was a love story set in the 1970s. But then I got unexpectedly hooked and I couldn't stop myself from waiting everyday for the episodes to release.

I think what appealed to me the most was how realistic the story felt. You have regular people living simple lives. They don't have big, dramatic aspirations. They just want to live a happy life with their families and that convinces you to believe that this is real. Each character has dept, the side characters don't just exist for names sake. They have their own hurdles, their actions have reasons behind them and this applies to the antagonists as well. They aren't just plain evil without any motivations, and no matter how much you hate them you can still see where they might be coming from.

Now I'm not Chinese, and neither am I old enough to have known what China in the 1970s must have been like. But I think that they did a really good job at educating us about this era, while still making it entertaining and interesting for us to watch. The color grading and everything makes drama appear nostalgic and I think that helps so much with making us connect with the drama.

Chen Feiyu's performance in this was also just top-notch. I've only ever seen him in Lighter and Princess, which I unfortunately didn't like a lot, but he really made up for it in this. Fang Muyang's personality suits him so well and Feiyu just looks like he's in his element in this drama. Fang Muyang and Fei Ni are also asbolute adorable. They are the perfect example of pure love and just watching them makes you happy. Overall it's a drama that doesn't disappoint is definitely worth checking out.

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If anyone is still hesitant to watch this drama, trust me—just dive in right away!

At first, I assumed the story would lean heavily into political conflicts given its 1970s setting, but it surprised me by focusing more on slice-of-life moments and heartfelt romance. That's exactly what makes it so memorable. The sweet love story between the main leads, how they navigate economic hardships of the era, family pressures, and friendships—all of it is portrayed realistically and touchingly. There are no dragged-out, unnecessary conflicts; every character feels well-developed and strong. You truly see the real meaning of karma play out through the consequences of people's actions.
Chen Feiyu and Sun Qian deliver outstanding performances as Fang Mu Yang and Fei Ni. Their relationship is genuinely healthy—open communication, mutual support, and true equality in every way. In dramas set across the 70s, 80s, and 90s, it's rare to see a main couple that's this consistently green-flag and drama-free from start to finish. Their bond grows naturally and smoothly throughout. The ending is beautiful and satisfying: both Fei Ni and Fang Mu Yang pursue higher education and follow their individual passions, stepping into a bright future together.
Overall, this drama offers a refreshing, warm, and grounded take on love amid tough times. Highly recommended for anyone craving a feel-good yet realistic romance! 💕

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A WARM HUG FOR YOUR HEART

Sometimes this drama feels like When Life Gives You Tangerines. Sometimes it feels like I’m watching Descendants of the Sun. But it is actually very different from both of them.


This drama gives you heart-wrenching, light-hearted, and warm feelings at the same time. Even though I’m only teenager, it awakened my childhood memories.

☆ The ML & FL secret hideout scenes where they eat, chat, and spend happy times together. (My friends and I also had a spot at school where we gathered during free periods.)


☆ The lumber-making and painting scenes. In those scenes, many children watched Fang Muyang and Fei Ting making beds and chairs. These moments made the drama feel very realistic.

I truly loved it.


~ Plot ~
The story flows smoothly like butter. In the 1970s era, people had to endure many hardships. However, the plot does not focus only on sadness. Instead, it feels warm, light-hearted, and realistic. That’s why I liked this drama so much.

Furthermore, when needed, the ML and FL become reliable and serious. But when they are alone, they show their childish sides. I really loved their childish moments 😂


~ Cast ~
There’s no doubt that Chen Feiyu and Sun Qian did an amazing job. Their chemistry is incredible.


~ Makeup ~
The makeup was done beautifully. Thankfully, they didn’t make the ML and FL look unnaturally pale.


~ Cinematography ~
The entire drama is filled with breathtaking natural scenery. I can’t even express in words how much I loved those scenes.


This drama is truly underrated. I hope every C-drama fan watches this masterpiece. It is very different from typical Chinese dramas. 😍

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At first, I watched this show just for fun, but i gradually started to really get into it.The strongest feeling from beginning to end was a warm, positive, and uplifting attitude towards life.

I believe the essence of this time the drama showed is the courage to choose to live passionately amidst the torrents of time.Both the Fang and Fei families have continuously adapted to the changing times.Some people grit their teeth and persevere for their ideals, some people lower themselves for their loved ones, some people hold on to their principles in adversity, and some people learn to be self-consistent with gains and losses.Different pairings have different appeals, & Different characters create different chemistry when they collide.

some of my favorite shots:

The first one is the rapeseed flower field that got me hooked. It was quite good in terms of artistic conception and symbolism.From the photography and setting to the composition and meaning, everything is just right. There is no deliberate use of filters; only the most natural rural atmosphere and youthful thoughts.In my view, the rapeseed flower field represents the future, the construction of our shared home begins here, and the struggle and hope for the future also begin to extend from the rapeseed flower field. This may also be the reason why the voices of the innocent era began to emerge , the voices of hope breaking through the soil, the voices of hearts sprouting.

The second scene is the one at the guesthouse where the two of them sketched their new home with their fingers. The director's cinematography is truly excellent. The entire scene uses only two hands and hand-drawing, yet it perfectly captures the young couple's longing for their new home and their dreams for the future. The easel, the desk, the two single beds—and the way they express their love with their hands is incredibly sweet. There are no explicit confessions, no passionate embraces, only the touch of fingertips conveying affection. It's restrained yet perfectly sweet, a subtle romance characteristic of that era, more moving than any romantic words.

The third was repainting the mural of the rapeseed field together in our new home; it was very warm and comforting. I remember a description here: " The golden rapeseed field is like a postmark imprinted by the sunlight; wildflowers bloom and green grass carpets the ground; the whole spring blossoms for me."

It's not just about capturing that sudden wedding invitation and the beginning of their life together, but also about freezing sunshine and longing for the future within their small home. From then on, no matter how turbulent the outside world became, this home always had its own "spring," and the confidence to withstand any storm.

Of course, there are also many other scenes, such as silhouette photos on rooftops, two people riding bicycles through mountains and fields, and Nini running to the epicenter to search for Fang muyang out of concern for his safety... These scenes piece together the most authentic everyday life and give this love a heavy weight.

This drama feels incredibly pure, even using the guise of a love story to wrap up a heavy historical backdrop such as the Cultural Revolution, the Down to the Countryside Movement, and the college entrance examination reform. It doesn't deliberately exaggerate the suffering of the era, nor does it shy away from the hardships of those years. Instead, it blends the changes of the era into the mundane details of daily life and into the companionship and devotion of lovers.

I think "pure" love is different from unrealistic idol dramas; it's the everyday life that grows out of the folds of time .

Two people married first and then fell in love; one initially did it for the house, and the other for math and a job.

But the "marriage of convenience" between Fang Muyang and Nini began with a fake marriage.Through the mundane realities of the era's housing, and being schemed against,Struggles of everyday & even a natural disaster, their "living together as a couple" gradually transformed into "I can't live without you" & Nini's courage in preparing for the college entrance exams ultimately turned into the solid feeling of both of them getting into university together and walking side by side on campus.

The "marriage of convenience that blossomed into love" between Fang Mujing and Dr. Qu Hua is more like a sober game between adults, evolving from a utilitarian marriage to a mutual commitment, the underlying tension and emotional changes between them all developed gradually through mutual turmoil, longing, and companionship.

Not only is it one of the best romantic dramas I've watched this year, but it's also a love letter to everyone who holds fast to sincerity in life. It makes us believe that no matter how times change, no matter how difficult life is, there will always be a pure love that can weather the storms and reach the depths of our hearts; there will always be a way of life that allows us to hold onto our own warmth and light amidst the torrents of life.

Most importantly, I still don't think it had a rushed ending or felt like it was too convoluted. Everyone experienced their due lows and highs in their own storylines, and the outcome of the story felt quite natural to me.

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The warmth of the sun rays

April 24, 2026

Oh my god, this is one of the best Chinese drama to be released and that I have watched. A solid 10, deserves more than 10 across all scores.

I feel so warmth and hopeful. It truly is a revolutionary Cdrama. I feel like the resilience of Fei Ni and Mu Yang really showed the epitome of true love, marriage, and values of partnership. I am so in awe of the main leads, I feel like there was so much dopamine and serotonin that were injected into my veins.

It’s just so positive and inspiring, I don’t even know how to fully describe the emotions I felt watching this drama. It is a must watch, I love the main leads, and the second leads Mu Yang’s sister and the Doctor. I truly think that it is just so refreshing to see a slice-of-life drama that just unravels in such a pace that is neither boring or that is too slow for me. The plot progresses well and I truly feel like I was transported back in time and in a setting I am not even familiar with.

The directors, writers, producers, actors, and everyone that partake in this drama — yall ate so hard. I just eugh, not enough words and praises can atone to the level of value and admiration I have for this drama.

So please give this the love it truly deserves! Another S-tier drama we have BABYYYYYY

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