Always Home

Chen Huan'er moves to the Tianhe hospital compound and meets neighbors Jing Xichi and Song Cong.

Huan'er struggles to adapt to the fast pace of her new city high school and feels out of place.

The trio bonds over a shared secret. Song Cong helps Huan'er catch up with her difficult studies.

School sports meet approaches. Jing Xichi trains hard for football while Huan'er cheers him on.

A misunderstanding causes friction between Huan'er and Xichi, but they reconcile over a lost item.

Qi Qi joins the friend group. Secret crushes begin to form within the circle of four friends.

The group goes on a weekend outing. Song Cong quietly looks after Huan'er, hiding his feelings.

New Year's Eve. They watch fireworks together, making silent wishes for their uncertain futures.

Xichi suffers a severe leg injury during a match, threatening his dream of becoming an athlete.

Xichi falls into depression. Huan'er and friends take turns cheering him up at the hospital.

Reality hits hard. Xichi must give up professional sports and return to regular studies.

Song Cong's mother falls ill, forcing him to mature quickly and take on family burdens.

The friends make a pact to study hard for the Gaokao, aiming for universities in the same city.

"The Last Lesson." High school ends with tearful goodbyes and promises to never drift apart.

College life begins. They navigate new environments but struggle to keep their old bond tight.

New suitors appear. Huan'er is pursued by a classmate, making Xichi realize his true feelings.

Xichi tries to confess to Huan'er but is interrupted by a series of comedic mishaps.

Song Cong and Qi Qi's relationship becomes complicated due to their different family backgrounds.

"Your Place in My Heart." Xichi finally admits to himself that he has loved Huan'er all along.