The Early Spring
On Netflix
New to Beijing, Shang Zhitao crosses paths with Luan Nian, a true creative genius. Bold and open-hearted, she grows stronger step by step and gradually breaks through the defenses around Luan's guarded heart. Drawn to each other, they find themselves caught in an intense, on-again, off-again relationship in the urban jungle. To love is to summon all your courage and leave no regrets, to heal each other, and to grow together. But when love and her career pull her in different directions, she puts her career first. When she has come into her own and he has learned to soften his sharp edges, they finally stand as equals, ready to write a new ending together...
Episodes
E1 You Are Not SuitableAfter botching a job interview at a reputed agency, Shang Zhitao scrambles to find her footing in Beijing while befriending her new roommate.
E2 The Workplace Isn’t Some Kind of Child’s PlayAt 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.
E3 Repaying Favor With Your LifeAfter Zhitao escapes an assailant during a rainy mountain shoot, she and Nian must rely on each other when a landslide leaves them stranded.
E4 Follow Me HomeA woman from Nian's past derails his dinner with Zhitao, while a chance encounter at a bar brings his growing jealousy to the surface.
E5 Can You Control the Feeling of Love?After an unexpected night with Nian, Zhitao insists on keeping their relationship strictly professional despite his efforts to win her over.
E6 The First Cup of Osmanthus MilkDetermined to distance herself from Nian, Zhitao applies for a job transfer, but his refusal to let her go tests the boundaries they agreed upon.
E7 An Ambitious Person Will Never Be Defeated by LifeZhitao 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.
E8 The First Person To Fall in Love Will Lose EverythingWhile Zhitao earns praise for her database, Nian is suspended over a malicious complaint, prompting the two to go on a mountain retreat together.
E9 Love Is Stolen CandyWith a limited budget, Zhitao secures sponsorship for the basketball tournament, impressing her colleagues as Nian makes a surprising proposal.
E10 Being With You Is Like a Leap of FaithA secret romance blossoms between Zhitao and Nian, but a workplace blunder threatens the careful balance they've worked to maintain.
E11 Love Begins on a Bittersweet NoteWhen 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.
E12 Snow Falls With You Beside MeTensions 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.
E13 Do We Have a Future?Zhitao receives an unexpected job offer during a company retreat in Phuket, but a seaside conversation leaves her at odds with Nian.
E14 Love Is Making ExceptionsWhile her roommates Yu and Yuanzhu are occupied at the hospital, Zhitao faces harassment from a shady rental agency, prompting Nian to intervene.
E15 Two Persons, One HeartWhile Zhitao wrestles with doubts about her future with Nian, a new general manager works to erode his authority at the office.
E16 Thinking of You This Second Seeing You the NextDony 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.
E17 Courage Is Acting Despite FearAfter learning of Dony's inappropriate workplace behavior, Zhitao takes matters into her own hands, causing an uproar at work and worrying Nian.
E18 Bucket ListNian's jealousy flares after a misunderstanding at a speed-dating event, and a chance encounter with Zhitao's ex deepens the divide between them.
E19 Another Leap of FaithNian grows wary when Zhitao considers pursuing work opportunities outside the city. A health scare finally forces the couple to confront their future.
E20 I Will Watch Over You From Beyond This World, Until Your Life Is WholeYuanzhu finally confesses his feelings to Zhitao, but when devastating news arrives, Nian mistakes her compassion for something more.
E21 A Grand RetreatAn office scandal dampens Zhitao's chances of winning a company award, pushing her to reconsider her career — and her future with Nian.
E22 The Number You Dialed Is Not in ServiceNian uncovers the truth behind Zhitao's sudden departure, while she returns to Harbin to care for her father and begin again.
E23 Luke Is My Dog TooNian tries to win Zhitao's forgiveness after finding her in Harbin, using visits with Luke to slowly work his way back into her life.
E24 Shang Zhitao, Welcome Back to BeijingA financial crisis draws Nian back to Harbin, where helping Zhitao gives the former couple a chance to confront their fractured relationship.
