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  • After Divorce, I Make Money in the 70s: Episodes & Cast Guide

    After Divorce, I Make Money in the 70s (original title: 退婚后我在七零赚钱养家) is a completed Chinese short drama in the era/period genre. The story follows Chen Yao, a woman who is reborn on the day of her divorce. Having experienced the consequences of her past life, she decisively agrees to the divorce and secures the compensation she deserves. During a dispute, the man who once saved her from a river steps forward to testify on her behalf, and the two build a deep bond that eventually leads to marriage. After marrying, Chen Yao uses her design talent to find work in a factory and builds a happy life. This 127-episode series is ideal for fans of rebirth, romance, and period dramas with a strong female lead.

  • 穿成炮灰后:不是反派吗?怎么要抱抱第八季 Episodes, Cast & Ending | Short-Drama Guide

    穿成炮灰后:不是反派吗?怎么要抱抱第八季 is a completed Chinese vertical drama (short drama) with 107 episodes, blending ancient costume, transmigration, romance, and comedy. The story follows Jiang Luyi, a modern woman who accidentally transmigrates into a novel and becomes Su Ruan, a cannon-fodder character destined for a miserable fate. Instead of the sweet female lead life she imagined, she must survive by avoiding the powerful Prince Yan Chen, fixing the mess left by the original Su Ruan, and navigating palace intrigue. This drama suits fans of fast-paced transmigration stories, comedic misunderstandings, and character-driven growth arcs.

  • Mother-in-Law’s Chive Dumplings: Episodes, Cast & Ending | Short-Drama Guide

    Mother-in-Law’s Chive Dumplings is a 77-episode Chinese family ethics short drama about Ye Mian, a pregnant woman with a severe chive allergy. Despite repeatedly informing her mother-in-law Liu Fengying, she is tricked into eating chive-filled dumplings, leading to a life-threatening allergic reaction that endangers her unborn child. Her husband He Fan finally decides to protect his own family, while Ye Mian chooses a rational path to defend her rights. This vertical drama explores family boundaries, medical neglect, and quiet resilience. It suits viewers who enjoy tense domestic conflicts and emotional character-driven storytelling.

  • My Husband’s Salary, My Mother-in-Law’s Ledger: Episodes, Cast & Ending

    My Husband’s Salary, My Mother-in-Law’s Ledger (老公的工资,婆婆的账) is a 65-episode Chinese family ethics short drama. It follows engineer Zhou Ming, who hands his entire monthly salary of 42,000 yuan to his mother, leaving his wife Ye Shu with only 200 yuan for living expenses. After three years, Ye Shu develops stomach ulcers from malnutrition. When the truth emerges, over 1.5 million yuan has been transferred to Zhou Ming’s sister and brother-in-law. Zhou Ming transforms from a mama’s boy to a responsible husband, changing his bank card, learning to cook, and suing to recover the money. The drama explores marital boundaries, financial abuse, and personal growth. Ideal for viewers who enjoy intense family conflicts and redemption arcs.

  • Freedom Lives Long (自由万岁) Episodes, Cast & Ending | Short-Drama Guide

    Freedom Lives Long (自由万岁) is a completed 71-episode Chinese urban romance short drama. The story follows Shen Zhiyi, a woman who publicly calls off her engagement to Lu Siyan at a birthday banquet, accusing his family of mistaking control for care. She then turns to Zhou Ran, a small auto repair shop owner, choosing a simple bowl of porridge over high-society pretense. Lu Siyan respects her desire for freedom, but the Lu family cuts off all support. Shen Zhiyi moves into a leaky rental apartment, determined to rebuild her career. At work, she bullies a modest colleague, Lin Qinghe, but is shocked when the promotion list names Zhao Yuan and Lin Qinghe instead of her. This drama suits viewers who enjoy character-driven stories about independence, class conflict, and personal growth in modern relationships.

  • Sinking Deep for Three Years: The Heirloom Under the Old Locust Tree Episodes & Cast

    Sinking Deep for Three Years: The Heirloom Under the Old Locust Tree is a 53-episode Chinese vertical drama (also known as a short drama) that centers on Lin Xia, a daughter-in-law forced to bury a jar of pickled vegetables under an old locust tree and swear not to open it for three years. The story explores family favoritism, hardship, and moral integrity as Lin Xia endures humiliation and financial crisis while keeping her promise. This emotional family drama suits viewers who enjoy stories about resilience, inheritance disputes, and slow-burn justice.

  • Reborn, Who Still Plays the Rich Kid? Season 9 Episodes & Ending | Guide

    Reborn, Who Still Plays the Rich Kid? Season 9 (Chinese: 都重生了,谁还装富二代啊第九季) is a 99-episode Chinese vertical short drama in the comeback/revenge genre. It follows Lu Chuan, a man reborn into a new life, as he navigates dangerous power struggles across two countries. To secure a life-saving medicine, he gets entangled in the royal court of the Camel Kingdom, faces a gun test, and turns the tables on a powerful financial group. Later, in the Windmill Country, he confronts a seemingly gentle but ruthless princess and uncovers a web of royal succession plots. Meanwhile, his brother Han Dong uses Lu Chuan’s influence to challenge his billionaire father. The drama is ideal for viewers who enjoy fast-paced revenge, business warfare, and layered conspiracies.

  • Pretending to Be Cute at the Moon’s Heart S4: Episodes, Cast & Ending | Short-Drama Guide

    Pretending to Be Cute at the Moon’s Heart Season 4 (假装在月亮心口撒个娇第四季) is a completed Chinese youth sweet-love short drama with 107 episodes. The story follows Zhou Suisui, a woman reborn into a new life, who accidentally catches the attention of her brother’s sworn enemy, Jiang Zongyan. What starts as playful teasing grows into a careful, restrained romance. Meanwhile, a hidden secret surfaces: Zhou Sui’an has a four-year-old daughter, Fu Xiaonian, whose mother is top actress Fu Niansheng. This season blends rebirth, family secrets, and tender romance, perfect for fans of emotional Chinese vertical dramas.

  • Suona Cultivation Season 5: Episodes, Cast & Ending | Short-Drama Guide

    Suona Cultivation, One Song Blasts the Cultivation World Season 5 (唢呐修仙,一曲炸翻修仙界第五季) is a completed Chinese fantasy short drama with 128 episodes. It follows Yun Qiqi, a transmigrator who chooses the path of sound cultivation with a suona as her life-bound instrument, rejecting the typical race for power. This season continues her journey in the Tianyin Sect, blending humor, unique magic, and a relaxed protagonist. Perfect for fans of vertical dramas, xianxia comedy, and unconventional heroines.

  • Flash Marriage, She’s Too Sweet: Episodes, Cast & Ending | Short-Drama Guide

    Flash Marriage, She’s Too Sweet (闪婚,她甜的过头) is a 78-episode Chinese urban romance short drama that follows Yu Yan, a woman who, after being betrayed by her boyfriend and discovering she is pregnant, marries the child’s father, Qin Yuchen, a seemingly ordinary driver. As they navigate their sudden marriage, Yu Yan gradually uncovers Qin Yuchen’s gentle nature beneath his cold exterior, only to realize he bears an uncanny resemblance to the powerful head of the Qin family in Jiangcheng. This vertical drama blends romance, family dynamics, and a touch of mystery, appealing to fans of fast-paced love stories and character-driven narratives. The series stars Yu Yutong and Zhang Beixi, along with a supporting cast, and has concluded its run.

  • The Kind Neighbor: 60 Episodes, Cast & Ending | Short-Drama Guide

    The Kind Neighbor (好心邻居:熬百碗粥只为抓替身) is a completed Chinese suspense short drama with 60 episodes. The story follows a lone resident of an old apartment complex who receives eight-treasure porridge from an upstairs neighbor for 120 days. While others praise the neighbor’s kindness, the protagonist secretly pours the porridge away. A blocked drain leads to the discovery of a cloth pouch bearing the protagonist’s name and birth date, prompting a police search that uncovers the neighbor’s daughter, missing for eight years, hidden in a wardrobe. The girl warns the protagonist not to drink the porridge, revealing a conspiracy involving property management, security, and the landlord. This guide covers the plot, character motivations, and key twists for viewers seeking a detailed overview.

  • Qian Shan Mu Xue Episodes, Cast & Ending | Short-Drama Guide

    Qian Shan Mu Xue (千山慕雪) is a completed Chinese urban romance short drama consisting of 80 episodes. The series stars Wang Qianshuo and Peng Qianling in lead roles, and it has been praised by some viewers for its casting and visual appeal. This guide covers the show’s premise, cast details, episode count, and where to find more information, helping you decide if this vertical drama fits your taste.