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The Worst Episodes of The Early Spring

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New to Beijing, Shang Zhitao crosses paths with Luan Nian, a true creative genius. Bold and open-hearted, she grows stronger step by step and gradually breaks through the defenses around Luan's guarded heart. Drawn to

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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    The Early Spring Season 1 Episode 14 - Love Is Making Exceptions
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #1 - Love Is Making Exceptions

    S1:E14

    While her roommates Yu and Yuanzhu are occupied at the hospital, Zhitao faces harassment from a shady rental agency, prompting Nian to intervene.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. The Early Spring Season 1 Episode 15 - Two Persons, One Heart
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    #2 - Two Persons, One Heart

    S1:E15

    While Zhitao wrestles with doubts about her future with Nian, a new general manager works to erode his authority at the office.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. The Early Spring Season 1 Episode 16 - Thinking of You This Second Seeing You the Next
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #3 - Thinking of You This Second Seeing You the Next

    S1:E16

    Dony tries to lure Zhitao to his side as Nian grows increasingly wary of his new boss. Meanwhile, Zang Yao prepares to return to the UK.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. The Early Spring Season 1 Episode 17 - Courage Is Acting Despite Fear
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #4 - Courage Is Acting Despite Fear

    S1:E17

    After learning of Dony's inappropriate workplace behavior, Zhitao takes matters into her own hands, causing an uproar at work and worrying Nian.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. The Early Spring Season 1 Episode 2 - The Workplace Isn’t Some Kind of Child’s Play
    8.0/10(2 votes)

    #5 - The Workplace Isn’t Some Kind of Child’s Play

    S1:E2

    At a celebration dinner for landing a new project, Nian steps in to help Zhitao. Meanwhile, a mistaken identity threatens the peace at Sun Yu's place.

    Director:Chi-Cheng Chian
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. The Early Spring Season 1 Episode 5 - Can You Control the Feeling of Love?
    8.0/10(2 votes)

    #6 - Can You Control the Feeling of Love?

    S1:E5

    After an unexpected night with Nian, Zhitao insists on keeping their relationship strictly professional despite his efforts to win her over.

    Director:Chi-Cheng Chian
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. The Early Spring Season 1 Episode 3 - Repaying Favor With Your Life
    8.5/10(2 votes)

    #7 - Repaying Favor With Your Life

    S1:E3

    After Zhitao escapes an assailant during a rainy mountain shoot, she and Nian must rely on each other when a landslide leaves them stranded.

    Director:Chi-Cheng Chian
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. The Early Spring Season 1 Episode 4 - Follow Me Home
    9.0/10(3 votes)

    #8 - Follow Me Home

    S1:E4

    A woman from Nian's past derails his dinner with Zhitao, while a chance encounter at a bar brings his growing jealousy to the surface.

    Director:Chi-Cheng Chian
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. The Early Spring Season 1 Episode 7 - An Ambitious Person Will Never Be Defeated by Life
    9.0/10(1 votes)

    #9 - An Ambitious Person Will Never Be Defeated by Life

    S1:E7

    Zhitao tries to focus on work and avoid Nian, but a new project forces her to seek his help as jealousy begins to cloud their judgment.

    Director:Chi-Cheng Chian
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. The Early Spring Season 1 Episode 8 - The First Person To Fall in Love Will Lose Everything
    9.0/10(1 votes)

    #10 - The First Person To Fall in Love Will Lose Everything

    S1:E8

    While Zhitao earns praise for her database, Nian is suspended over a malicious complaint, prompting the two to go on a mountain retreat together.

    Director:Chi-Cheng Chian
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. The Early Spring Season 1 Episode 9 - Love Is Stolen Candy
    9.0/10(1 votes)

    #11 - Love Is Stolen Candy

    S1:E9

    With a limited budget, Zhitao secures sponsorship for the basketball tournament, impressing her colleagues as Nian makes a surprising proposal.

    Director:Chi-Cheng Chian
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. The Early Spring Season 1 Episode 1 - You Are Not Suitable
    9.3/10(3 votes)

    #12 - You Are Not Suitable

    S1:E1

    After botching a job interview at a reputed agency, Shang Zhitao scrambles to find her footing in Beijing while befriending her new roommate.

    Director:Chi-Cheng Chian
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. The Early Spring Season 1 Episode 6 - The First Cup of Osmanthus Milk
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #13 - The First Cup of Osmanthus Milk

    S1:E6

    Determined to distance herself from Nian, Zhitao applies for a job transfer, but his refusal to let her go tests the boundaries they agreed upon.

    Director:Chi-Cheng Chian
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. The Early Spring Season 1 Episode 10 - Being With You Is Like a Leap of Faith
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #14 - Being With You Is Like a Leap of Faith

    S1:E10

    A secret romance blossoms between Zhitao and Nian, but a workplace blunder threatens the careful balance they've worked to maintain.

    Director:Chi-Cheng Chian
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. The Early Spring Season 1 Episode 11 - Love Begins on a Bittersweet Note
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #15 - Love Begins on a Bittersweet Note

    S1:E11

    When Zang Yao accepts the flowers sent to the office, she unwittingly causes Zhitao to get the wrong idea and take a break from work with her roommates.

    Director:Chi-Cheng Chian
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. The Early Spring Season 1 Episode 12 - Snow Falls With You Beside Me
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #16 - Snow Falls With You Beside Me

    S1:E12

    Tensions rise between Nian and Zhitao when he tries to take care of her over the holiday break. Meanwhile, Yao decides to make a move on her crush.

    Director:Chi-Cheng Chian
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. The Early Spring Season 1 Episode 13 - Do We Have a Future?
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #17 - Do We Have a Future?

    S1:E13

    Zhitao receives an unexpected job offer during a company retreat in Phuket, but a seaside conversation leaves her at odds with Nian.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Worst Episodes Summary

"Love Is Making Exceptions" is the worst rated episode of "The Early Spring". It scored /10 based on 0 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 9/2/2026. This episode scored 0.0 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Two Persons, One Heart".