Meet Yourself - Season 1

The ambitious Hongdou put her career in hospitality above pursuing love or adventure. But a tragedy forces her to reevaluate her priorities.

Struggling to cope with daily life after her loss, Hongdou travels to a quirky village, where a twist of fate leads her to a new friend.

Hongdou meets her new neighbors and bonds with Xie Zhiyao, a handsome entrepreneur and fellow city transplant who's trying to revitalize the village.

Hongdou struggles to adjust to the quiet pace of Yun Miao, while Zhiyao fights to save the village's woodcarving shop and the traditions it preserves.

Zhiyao tries to convince Xie Zhiyuan, his rebellious stepbrother, to return to school in Shanghai. Hongdou explores the village's culinary traditions.

After another huge fight with his brother, Zhiyuan runs away from the village. The neighbors are worried about him, but Zhiyao is mysteriously calm.

Hongdou opens up to Zhiyao about her life in Beijing. Zhiyao gets a brilliant business idea, while his clever Granny plays matchmaker.

Hongdou discovers where Zhiyuan is hiding. When she and Granny confront him, they discover that Zhiyao hasn’t been completely forthright with them.

Zhiyao returns to Yun Miao. The neighbors throw an impromptu party to celebrate, and Hongdou learns more about their pasts and what led them all there.

Hongdou worries that she hasn't yet found her purpose in life. But she soon gets a welcome distraction when Zhiyao asks her to help manage the cafe.

Hongdou and Zhiyao grow closer as they work together, but Zhiyao’s friend warns him not to fall in love. Da Mai and Mr. Ma bond over their shared fears.

​​Hongdou takes charge at the cafe. Zhiyao considers bringing new business to Yun Miao. And everyone can't stop gossiping about the two of them.

Hongdou and the cafe manager, Na Na, try to help Da Mai with a professional crisis. A rumor about Zhiyao's love life spreads through the village.

Zhiyao must resolve a labor dispute. Da Mai's birthday is supposed to be a celebration, but it stirs up painful memories for Hongdou.

On the anniversary of Zhiyao's grandfather's death, Zhiyao and Hongdou share stories about their childhoods and the loved ones they've lost.

Zhiyao gets an unwelcome surprise when his disapproving father returns home. Hongdou helps provide a new perspective on an old conflict.

Mr. Ma plucks up the courage to pursue a new business, despite past mistakes. Zhiyao and Hongdou grow closer when an unexpected emergency arises.

The village committee plans a promotional video to entice tourists, with Hongdou and Zhiyao cast as a happy couple. Will life imitate art?

Conflict erupts between two of Zhiyao's workers, but their friendship is really tested when a medical emergency overshadows their dispute.

Xie Zhi Yao brings everyone to help Aunt Feng harvent plums. Aunt Gui and Aunt Feng reconcile with each other. They apologize and have a heart-to-heart conversation.

Xie Zhi Yao decides to organize a real team-building activity for everyone in the Youfeng Courtyard, including Xie Xia Xia and Huang Xin Xin. They head to the mountaintop to set up tents and build a bonfire. Everyone can sense the romantic tension between Xu Hong Dou and Xie Zhi Yao.

In the evening, Xu Hong Dou and Xie Zhi Yao chat and stargaze. However, the next day when they are going back, they both realize they were too intimate the previous night and start avoiding each other.

Xu Hong Mi brings Ling Dang to find Xu Hong Dou on a surprise visit. Xie Zhi Yao suggests becoming their guide. However, Shaohua Bookstore's boss, Mr. Liu suddenly brings his family to visit Yunmiao Village. Xu Hong Dou and Xie Zhi Yao welcome them.

Amidst a heated argument between Xu Hong Mi and Xu Hong Dou, Xie Zhi Yao steps in to comfort her. With a shared understanding that their future may be uncertain, they resolve to cherish the precious moments they have left together.

A new guest arrives at Youfeng Courtyard—the bright and proud 40-something Bai Man Jun. The courtyard residents hold a welcome party for her. During the party, everyone discovers that Bai Man Jun and Hu You Yu are actually old acquaintances.

Xie Zhi Yao and Xu Hong Dou notice the feelings they have for each other. They know that it's unstoppable love. Xu Hong Dou starts packing her bag and she sees the two empty unanswered questions on her corkboard, "the life I want" and "the person I love".

Xu Hong Dou returns to her hometown in Shandong to accompany her parents. Xie Zhi Yao and Xu Hong Dou are no longer together every day. They're uncertain about the future. They don't know how to maintain their relationship.

It's a make-or-break moment for Zhiyao when the bookstore executives pay an official visit to the village. Hongdou gets a compelling business offer.

Hong Dou shares her plans to invest in a guesthouse at a family meeting. Xu Hong Mi assures her that no matter what challenges she faces in her entrepreneurial journey, she will always be her unwavering pillar of support.

Xu Hong Dou returns to Yunmiao Village without telling Xie Zhi Yao and surprises him by showing up at the guesthouse. Everyone is thrilled about Hong Dou's return.

Xie Zhi Yao sends Hong Dou home. And he can't stop himself from confessing to her. Then the two of them continue to work on the lodging.

A famous travel vlogger visits Yunmiao Village after watching their promotional film. The travel vlogger is hugely influential, causing Xie Zhi Yao's e-commerce business to boom.

Hu You Yu feels awkward and guilty when facing Bai Man Jun and starts to avoid her. Bai Man Jun stops him and speaks to him honestly.

Na Na reveals the truth to Hong Dou, but even after the clarification, netizens remain skeptical. Hong Dou expresses her empathy, expressing everyone's desire to shield Na Na from harm.

Na Na decides to start live streaming again, confronting her fears head-on. At the same time, she is no longer afraid and returns to work at the bistro.

Under the pretext of being drunk, Xie Si Ping reflects on his past and asks Xie Zhi Yao and Hong Dou to focus on their career. He tells them that they'll have his support. After the conversation, Xie Zhi Yao has finally gotten the support he has been looking for. The dad and the son finally reconcile.

Na Na restarts her live stream career. Everyone in the courtyard watches the live stream together. They buy her gifts to encourage her. This time, Na Na can finally face her haters and retaliate bravely.

Xu Hong Dou finds out the villagers are not happy with the homestay. She realizes Xie Zhi Yao has been hiding this from her to protect her.

After the village chief reprimands them, the three troublemakers realize their mistake and apologize to Xu Hong Dou. Xie Zhi Yao goes to see Xu Hong Dou, but she remains distant.

Hu You Yu decides to pursue Bai Man Jun in Beijing. He already found a job as well. One year later, Xu Hong Dou's B&B is in its trial operation.