Fluffy, healthy main’s relationship, wholesome vibes
The drama is about the main leads who enter a committed relationship, with the desire for marriage, while being strangers to each other. Things get a bit complicated when they start working at the same department as boss (male lead) and employee (female lead).Ngl, the start of the drama felt very odd and didn’t grab my attention at all but somehow by the end of the episode I was invested.
Ep 1-10
The beginning of the main lead’s relationship. I loved seeing the leads respecting each other due to their commitment and at the same time open up and get more comfortable with each episode. The intimacy was slow and built up well. The slightly annoying part here was that the female lead’s ex was chasing her and trying to get back with her.
Ep 11-20
The progression of the main lead’s relationship was steady. It felt like the writers did a nice job showing us how the main leads work through their misunderstandings. Nothing was dragged out. It felt realistic albeit a bit frustrating. It was nice that the female lead’s ex was out of the picture, however the new nuisance now was the male lead’s ex-school mate, who of course likes him.
Ep 21-27
The second couple totally stole the spotlight for me, especially here. Their love story arc was chef’s kiss. The main couple had many sweet moments. The conflicts were pretty much resolved so it felt like the drama could have nicely wrapped up here without the additional episodes.
Ep 28-32
I started ff/skipping stuff especially the business side and third couple. Ep 31-32 were sweet but too many flashbacks. In general, these episodes were not needed as it felt like they added nothing to the story.
Special Episode
I absolutely loved it as it showed the married life of both couples.
POSITIVE:
- 99% fluff. There were only about 2 episodes where sad things happened but otherwise it was always wholesome, happy vibes.
- Arrange marriage (kind of) + secret office romance.
- Secret crush trope.
- Healthy main lead’s relationship.
- Green flag male lead.
- Green flag parents. Truly one of the best I’ve seen in a cdrama.
- Cute school flashbacks. These are shown after the credits of each episode and are totally adorable.
- Romantic kisses and some skinship.
- Second couple that steals the spotlight as rivals to lovers.
NEGATIVE:
- Odd third couple. They meet as ex-lovers. The girl doesn’t want him but suddenly gets back together with him. The relationship had zero foundation, no flashbacks to tell us exactly how they fell in love, why they broke up etc. It seriously felt like their scenes at the start were cut. 99% of their scenes were as a couple, no individual scenes which made them one dimensional characters. They weren’t annoying per say but totally skippable. Especially their odd ending. Nah.
- Female lead’s behaviour. She can be slightly frustrating at times but that’s because the male lead is the perfect guy so the writers used her as a scapegoat to create conflict between them.
OVERALL:
This is the perfect fluffy cdrama to watch after a tiring day or before going to bed. You get lots of cuteness, romantic kisses and healthy relationships where the male lead is a total green flag. What makes this drama stand out from the other fluffs is its maturity and wholesomeness. Although the drama could have ended 5 episodes earlier, it was still a very enjoyable watch. If you love mature fluff, I recommend this one.
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A sparkler that fades in to nothing...
This is a sweet rom com, that starts off really fun, with lots and lots of secrets:Secret crushes, secret marriages, secret job offers, secret stalking, secret illness, something more... And honestly for as long as there are secrets the drama is kind of fun but once the secrets start getting unveiled the plot takes a turn to some type of educational family propaganda snoozefest that litterly converts every single otherwise fun and interesting character in to this tool to teach us something taking away all the entertainment value leaving me annoyed at the male leads voice that I cna otherwise appreciate feeling tat if I hear another one of his monologs, confessions or whatever it was he was doing I could end up blacklisting the actor...
That said, the parants are lovely, the friendships top, top and one of the side couples bickering is more fun than the leads.
The predictability in this drama is just a little bit to high for it to be really enjoyable...
So I guess Id say watch the first part as it could be an 85 or even a 9 and once it gets boring just drop it, you won´t be missing out on anything and it may just may keep you from my personal dillema of how to rate this and how long a break I am going to need from Wei Zhe Ming before I can hear his voice without rolling my eyes...
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Mature romance!!!!! Not much, A bit disappointed ?
What i like:Ml doing things without her knowing.
Fl level headed ( in her work),
What i don't like:
I feel the entire plot was unfair, maybe ridiculous for ml. He never had a relationship and was crushing fl for 11 years, accomplished and stable. He was too perfect, that's why itfelt unfair.
And fl had a past relationship for 7yrs, which for this plot adds more unfairness for ml.
And for first 10 to 12 episodes, she was way too selfcentred and emotional rollercoaster.
She wants to hide the relationship, yet couldn't hadle the consequences.
Fought with ml, for a decision he took in his work life.
Never took her relationship seriously ( played safe and secure kindaa).
After that we can see a stable mature romance developing.
The ex of fl and a girl with one side love for ml were never a threat.
One thing to be appreciated was, fl was never influenced by them. She stood firmly by ml side and also aced her work life.
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"it's ordinary, but happy."
It's nothing you've never seen in dramas before. This drama is simply a hoard of classic drama tropes: competent rich man (who is self made, but rich nonetheless) falling in love with your very ordinary girl, asks her to get married because he's been devotedly in love with the girl who is his highschool crush. It's dejavu all around for you audience!YET, this drama doesn't waste time focusing on those tropes. Those tropes are just garnish to the real story: tu xiaoning and ji yuheng navigating their life together as an instant married couple. They stroll along the conflicts, resolved it without the usual heap of misunderstanding(tm) you often see in asian dramas. Yes, the conflicts end with satisfying result for our characters, but at least it shows them persevere (with very slight blood, sweat and tears) to reach it.
The second and third leading couples are also fun to watch to the point they ALMOST overshadow the 'ordinary' story of the leads.
It's a good comfort watch. Even audience with zero patience like me want to get through till the end (in 3x speed, that is). I recommend binging it in one day.
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So far, so good
Through episode 18 I don't really have any negatives. I'm glad they haven't broken up so far, but I have a feeling that they will just because that's the usual story line.I appreciate the second office romance (almost?) but the one between the best friend and the driver/former-current boyfriend/ police officer in training just doesn't interest me.
I love the OST. I hope it will be available somewhere.
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An excellent drama, not memorable, but very nice.
Heartwarming Rom-Business series, with Miles Wei as ML (•ө•)♡ .PLOT: The FL, contractual reception employee in a big bank, meets the ML, ex-high school friend, in a speed dating. They decide to get married after a while, but the FL, transferred to a new department, discovers that the ML is her direct superior. However, the bank prohibits a couple from working in the same branch. So they have to hide their relationship.
PROS:
+++ An adorable CL with great chemistry. Their interactions are very natural and cute. No unnecessary break-ups, the relationship is mature, trusting, it feels good!
+++ Very good supporting actors, who develop their characters well. The work team, the parents, ... are realistic and very endearing (I really like the CL2'S dialogues, less cliché than CL, and quite funny). We quit on an open ending for the CL3, but their break-up is realistic due to the FL3's immaturity.
+++ The pace is balanced and the production efficient. The OSTs are suitable and I like the cute sound effects.
CONS:
### Certain clichés are still present: the one-sided-love for years, the obsessed love rival, etc.
=> An excellent drama, not memorable, but very nice.
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Série Rom-Bus réconfortante, avec Miles Wei (•ө•)♡ en ML.
PLOT: La FL, gestionnaire d'accueil contractuelle dans une grosse banque, retrouve le ML, ex-camarade de lycée, dans un speed dating. Ils décident de se marier au bout de qq temps, mais la FL, transférée dans un nouveau service, découvre que le ML est son supérieur direct. Or, la banque interdit à un couple de travailler dans la même succursale. Ils doivent donc cacher leur relation.
PROS:
+++ Un CL adorable et avec une belle alchimie. Leurs interactions sont très naturelles et cute. Pas de break-up inutile, la relation est mature, de confiance, ça fait du bien !
+++ De très bons acteurs support, qui développent bien leur personnage. L'équipe de travail, les parents, ... sont réalistes et très attachants (j'aime beaucoup les dialogues du CL2, moins cliché que le CL, et assez drôles). On reste sur une open ending pour le CL3, mais leur break-up est réaliste en raison de l'immaturité de la FL3.
+++ Le rythme est soutenu et la réalisation efficace. Les OST sont adaptés et j'aime bien les bruitages mignons.
CONS:
### Certains clichés sont tout de même présents : le one-sided-love depuis des années, la rivale amoureuse obsédée, etc.
=> Un excellent drama, pas mémorable, mais très sympa.
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2024's Best Corporate Setting Romance Drama
The plot intends to portray the natural behavior in true to life corporate setting which is definitely a must watch. (I highly commend Wei Zheming & Karlina Zhang's acting) although there's a visible room for improvement for how Karlina was guided to act her kissing scenes. The only fictional part I could recall is the longevity of hidden faithful love of ML to FL (no instance at all of even brief interest to other woman) <- no personal issue on this as a viewer, just stating a glimpse of storyline.Was this review helpful to you?
hmmmm..... Fluff
A strong plotted one from Miles Wei's endless CEO dramas 😂. The marriage out of convince trope done. No unnecessary misunderstandings a mature relationship that solves the misunderstandings pretty quickly. The chemistry is there too as a bonus. The leading characters are easy to root for.the side couple was the highlight for me though, the enemy's to lovers trope done right!!! I loved to see how the writers changed the characters to care for and be more considerate of each other.
the other side couple, two people meeting again after breaking up in the past rediscovering love and continuing toward the future. though their relationship did become frustrating during the last eps.
the fundamental problem is how the leads made a pact to not interfere each other in work matters or use each other yet fail to do it. Sure the decision to leave the leading female leads to take on the their careers with no change made by the leading male leads was amazing to see.
A surface level fluff in fused romance. I kinda like how they didn't make to as that the FL always loved him or some random scene to insinuate that she had a unknown feeling towards him (*coughs * Serendipity's Embrace* 🐣)
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A Heartfelt Journey Through Love and Work: My First Review of "You Are My Secret"
This is the first time I’ve felt so compelled to write a review after watching a drama, and that's because You Are My Secret left me with such a deep sense of warmth that I want others to experience it too. It’s not just about romance, but about growth, understanding, and the complexity of life after marriage. What starts as a reunion between childhood friends, Tu Xiao Ning and Ji Yu Heng, blossoms into a touching story of partnership and navigating life's surprises together.One of the aspects I loved the most about this drama is how it perfectly captures the delicate balance of relationships—how love, trust, and the reality of working together can affect two people. Xiao Ning, who is in a probationary period as a lobby manager, faces her own struggles and aspirations, while Yu Heng, a rising star in business, is calm and determined. They both share a dream of settling down and getting married, but the drama beautifully shows that marriage is more than just a checkbox—it’s a continuous journey of mutual understanding.
What really made the story stand out for me is how these two characters, who once knew each other in their youth, find themselves as both colleagues and newlyweds. That dynamic creates a lot of tension, but in a heartwarming and relatable way. You see their vulnerability, how they juggle work and personal life, and how being in a marriage can sometimes mean rediscovering each other in unexpected ways.
Visually, You Are My Secret is as soft and comforting as the story itself. The office setting, contrasted with their shared personal spaces, feels symbolic of the challenges they face—where love and work sometimes collide. It’s beautifully shot, and the warm tones really enhance that sense of intimacy between the leads. The moments where Xiao Ning and Yu Heng are alone, figuring out how to make their new life work, are some of the best scenes because they feel so genuine and full of quiet emotion.
The soundtrack plays a key role too. It’s not overpowering, but gently elevates the tender moments and the occasional conflict between the characters. It’s one of those soundtracks that sticks with you, matching the mood of each scene perfectly, from the office discussions to the more personal, emotional beats of the show.
If there’s anything that slowed me down a little while watching, it would be the pacing during the middle episodes. Sometimes the plot feels like it’s treading water as the relationship dynamics at work get a bit repetitive, but it’s worth sticking through those moments. The payoff comes when you see how much Xiao Ning and Yu Heng grow not just as individuals but as partners, learning the true meaning of support and trust in both their marriage and careers.
Ultimately, You Are My Secret feels like a refreshing take on modern relationships. It’s tender, sincere, and manages to balance the complexities of love and work life in a way that feels relatable. If you’re looking for a drama that’s not overly dramatic but still pulls at your heartstrings with its honesty and warmth, this one should definitely be on your watchlist.
Why I recommend it: If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to balance personal life with professional ambitions, this drama offers a heartfelt and realistic portrayal. It’s perfect for anyone who enjoys romantic stories that dive deeper into the realities of marriage and partnership.
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que fofo
confesso que enrolei um pouco para terminar esse, apesar de ter gostado da premissa e do desenrolar (um pouco chato) da drama.ele já começou no primeiro episódios todo o desenvolvimento e drama, e achei bom isso.
achei muito fofo o fato do protagonista gostar dela desde a escola! tem todo o clichê certamente, chorei em algumas partes também, principalmente sobre a mãe do protagonista..... o fato de eu gostar muito de Cdrama é por causa do desenvolvimento e que as vezes tem muito detalhe desnecessário que eu amo ! só que esse eu arrastei nos últimos eps...
em geral é um drama muito fofo e clichê, gostei muito dos atores! e o relacionamento dos protagonistas é uma coisa muito bonita de se ver também, com conversas e ações. além de como foi retirado as amizades foi muito bom !! nada daquele ciclo vicioso de toxicidade.
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Also, I feel like Zhe Ming needs to challenge himself a bit more. I feel like I've seen him act this person before. At times, I thought I was watching a more relaxed Si Nian from Perfect and Casual, not great when my mind keeps getting pulled to another drama. I like him but I need to see diversity in his acting.
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NAVIGATING LOVE AND CORPORATE AMBITION
After finishing *You Are My Secret*, I must say it was an emotional rollercoaster with lots of heartfelt moments, corporate drama, and character growth. The drama follows Tu Xiaoning and Ji Yuheng, two old schoolmates who reconnect at a matchmaking event. Xiaoning is a hardworking, persistent woman who's yet to land a permanent position. Yuheng, on the other hand, is already in a top position.The chemistry between Xiaoning and Yuheng is undeniable, and it was a joy watching Yuheng's quiet, caring nature unfold. The way he pays attention to Xiaoning is so intentional and sweet. Even though he’s her boss, they have a genuine partnership, supporting each other both at work and in their personal lives.
I loved how the story gave space for both characters to grow individually and together. Xiaoning’s struggles in a competitive work environment were relatable, and Yuheng’s emotional vulnerability, especially dealing with the loss of his mother and revealing his long-time love for Xiaoning, was touching. The subplot with Lu Sijing, Xiaoning’s ex, brought some tension, but Yuheng’s jealousy and boldness in protecting Xiaoning added a layer of excitement to their romance.
The office drama, particularly with antagonists like Zhao Fanggang and Tang Yuhui, added plenty of conflict. I found myself rooting for Xiaoning as she stood her ground against Tang Yuhui, and I enjoyed watching Fanggang’s transformation from a tough, resentful employee to a loyal and supportive friend. His slow-burn romance with Rao Jing was also adorable, despite the constant bickering.
However, the drama did have its frustrating moments, especially with Tang Yuhui’s obsession with Yuheng. Her constant attempts to sabotage Xiaoning and Yuheng’s relationship were annoying at times, and I felt her arc dragged a bit longer than necessary. Thankfully, Yuhui finally realized her obsession wasn’t love.
The ending tied everything up beautifully with Yuheng and Xiaoning finally getting married after so many ups and downs. It was heartwarming to see their journey culminate in a wedding, with Fanggang and Rao Jing’s relationship also blooming. The soundtrack complemented the emotional beats of the drama and I appreciated the blend of humour and drama throughout the series.
Overall, You Are My Secret was a delightful mix of romance, corporate politics, and personal growth. The characters felt real, and their relationships were both heartwarming and relatable. It’s definitely a drama I’d recommend if you’re looking for something light but with depth, especially if you enjoy office romances with a bit of intrigue!
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