Hidden Love (偷偷藏不住)

The series follows Sang Zhi, a cheerful and slightly mischievous girl, who has a secret crush on Duan Jiaxu, her older brother's handsome and gentle best friend. The story unfolds over several years, beginning from her early teens. When they meet again in college, their feelings gradually evolve from a one-sided crush into a warm and mutual love as they navigate the complexities of family, friendship, and their own personal growth.

The series has 25 episodes and follows Sang Zhi and Duan Jiaxu's relationship over several years, typically broken down into four main story phases.

• Act 1: The First Spark (Episodes 1-7): A teenage Sang Zhi, struggling in school, asks her brother's charming friend, Duan Jiaxu, to pose as her guardian for a teacher meeting, sparking her first crush.
• Act 2: Years of Longing (Episodes 8-15): After Duan Jiaxu graduates, the two drift apart, leaving Sang Zhi with unresolved feelings. They later reunite when she moves to his city for university.
• Act 3: Love Blossoms (Episodes 16-22): Duan Jiaxu realizes the girl he once saw as a "little sister" has grown up. Their relationship deepens into a genuine romance, though they face challenges including his difficult past and her protective brother.
• Act 4: A Forever Promise (Episodes 23-25): Their relationship is revealed to Sang Zhi's brother, leading to an emotional confrontation. The story culminates in a romantic proposal and a happy ending for the couple.