Almost Lover
He Xiao Ran (Victoria Song), a late-night radio show host, harbors unresolved feelings for her former close friend Xiao Shang Qi (Timmy Wu). Years ago, she silently endured watching him pursue their mutual friend Chen Fei Er (Gong Wan Yi), suppressing her own romantic emotions to preserve their friendship. Eight years later, Xiao Shang Qi returns to town to revive a struggling hotel and unexpectedly reconnects with Xiao Ran. Now, he reveals he has never stopped thinking about her and seeks to make amends for their past. As they confront their unspoken history, they must decide whether their missed opportunity can be rekindled or if too much time has passed. This is a 2022 Chinese drama series directed by Dai Xiao Zhe.