- 8.1/10217 votes
#1 - I Have Been Waiting. A Secret Kept
Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 6/20/2023
While trying to find someone to accompany her to parent-teacher meetings, a mischievous Sang Zhi develops a crush on her brother's friend, Duan Jiaxu.
Director: Li Qingrong
Writer: Shen Feixian
- 8.4/10189 votes
#2 - Get Closer. What Made Me Meet Someone Like You
Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 6/20/2023
Seeing Duan Jiaxu again triggers a long-buried memory for Sang Zhi. Later, Duan Jiaxu steps up to support her during a time of personal crisis.
Director: Li Qingrong
Writer: Shen Feixian
- 8.7/10177 votes
#3 - Deemed. Get a Little Closer
Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 6/20/2023
A chance encounter at a dessert shop brings Sang Zhi and Jiaxu closer. Soon after, Sang Zhi faces an awkward love confession from a birthday boy.
Director: Li Qingrong
Writer: Shen Feixian
- 8.7/10174 votes
#4 - Keeping a Secret
Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 6/20/2023
Seeing Sang Zhi's distress, Jiaxu decides to teach her bullies a lesson. Meanwhile, a decline in Sang Zhi's grades leads to the search for a tutor.
Director: Li Qingrong
Writer: Shen Feixian
- 8.7/10163 votes
#5 - In Secret. The Name Engraved in My Heart
Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 6/21/2023
Sang Zhi gets an unexpected tutor to improve her grades. In an effort to spark her interest in school, Jiaxu takes Sang Zhi on a field trip.
Director: Li Qingrong
Writer: Shen Feixian
- 8.7/10160 votes
#6 - Distance. When There's You in Another City
Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 6/21/2023
Sang Zhi prepares a surprise gift for Jiaxu on New Year's Eve. But while alone at school, Jiaxu receives a shocking phone call from his family.
Director: Li Qingrong
Writer: Shen Feixian
- 9.0/10170 votes
#7 - Promise The Little Things That Matter
Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 6/22/2023
Jiaxu confides in Sang Zhi about what's on his mind. In the new semester, Sang Zhi travels to Jiaxu's city and uncovers a heartbreaking revelation.
Director: Li Qingrong
Writer: Shen Feixian
- 8.8/10157 votes
#8 - Re-encounter. Say See You Again Before Meeting Again
Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 6/22/2023
Leaving her heartbreak behind, Sang Zhi embarks on the next chapter of her life. However, Jiaxu unexpectedly enters her life once again.
Director: Li Qingrong
Writer: Shen Feixian
- 9.0/10151 votes
#9 - Subcurrent. I Can't Help But Fall In Love
Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 6/23/2023
Sang Zhi asks Jiaxu out for old times' sake, but an emergency derails their plans. Soon after, more details about Jiaxu's struggles begin to surface.
Director: Li Qingrong
Writer: Shen Feixian
- 9.0/10195 votes
#10 - Joke. Give Me a Reason To Forget
Season 1 Episode 10 - Aired 6/24/2023
Sang Zhi tries to take care of Jiaxu as he recovers from his ailment, but making him take a break from work proves to be harder than she anticipated.
Director: Li Qingrong
Writer: Shen Feixian
- 9.2/10131 votes
#11 - Moved. If That's Love
Season 1 Episode 11 - Aired 6/25/2023
After a dinner with Sang Zhi gets interrupted by an unexpected guest, Jiaxu is compelled to revisit a family tragedy from years ago.
Director: Li Qingrong
Writer: Shen Feixian
- 9.3/10136 votes
#12 - Courage. If I Could
Season 1 Episode 12 - Aired 6/26/2023
Caught in a bad mood, Sang Zhi drinks more than she can handle at a post-exam hangout. Fortunately, Jiaxu is there to take care of her.
Director: Li Qingrong
Writer: Shen Feixian
- 9.2/10128 votes
#13 - Feeling You. I Think You're Falling In Love Too
Season 1 Episode 13 - Aired 6/26/2023
Sang Zhi returns home for the school break. Meanwhile, she and Jiaxu try to carefully figure out whether they have feelings for each other.
Director: Li Qingrong
Writer: Shen Feixian
- 9.1/10125 votes
#14 - Connection. The Most Beautiful Wait
Season 1 Episode 14 - Aired 6/27/2023
A longtime friend helps Sang Zhi address her concerns about Jiaxu. With newfound courage, they anxiously embark on their first date.
Director: Li Qingrong
Writer: Shen Feixian
- 9.3/10141 votes
#15 - Confession. Attraction
Season 1 Episode 15 - Aired 6/28/2023
Sang Zhi's roommates try to coach her in romance. Later, on her birthday, Sang Zhi finally gets the answer she's been waiting for.
Director: Li Qingrong
Writer: Shen Feixian
- 8.9/10129 votes
#16 - Feelings. Waiting For Your Date
Season 1 Episode 16 - Aired 6/29/2023
Sang Zhi lies to Sang Yan about her current relationship. And after being stood up a few times, she grows worried about Jiaxu's feelings for her.
Director: Li Qingrong
Writer: Shen Feixian
- 9.3/10129 votes
#17 - Fallen. I Want Us to Be Together
Season 1 Episode 17 - Aired 7/3/2023
Duan Jiaxu's birthday is quickly approaching. At the romantic dinner Sang Zhi carefully curated, the two make an important decision.
Director: Li Qingrong
Writer: Shen Feixian
- 9.3/10156 votes
#18 - Captivated. The Taste of First Love
Season 1 Episode 18 - Aired 7/3/2023
After a power outage, Sang Zhi heads to Jiaxu's place to study for an exam, but she finds it difficult to adjust to her new role as his girlfriend.
Director: Li Qingrong
Writer: Shen Feixian
- 9.2/1084 votes
#19 - Lean in Close. The Rhythm of Happiness
Season 1 Episode 19 - Aired 7/4/2023
After a family fight, Sang Zhi begins her internship but soon faces a series of troubles. Luckily, Jiaxu offers his support during this tough time.
Director: Li Qingrong
Writer: Shen Feixian
- 9.3/1091 votes
#20 - Safeguard. One Path, Two People
Season 1 Episode 20 - Aired 7/5/2023
Jiang Ying opens up about a tragedy from the past. Later, Sang Zhi and Jiaxu realize it's no longer possible to hide their relationship from Sang Yan.
Director: Li Qingrong
Writer: Shen Feixian
- 9.2/1088 votes
#21 - Relying on You. I Am Because You Are
Season 1 Episode 21 - Aired 7/5/2023
After a heartfelt exchange, Sang Yan gives his blessings to Jiaxu. Meanwhile, Sang Zhi's daring proposal at a work meeting lands her in trouble.
Director: Li Qingrong
Writer: Shen Feixian
- 9.2/1084 votes
#22 - Romance. To See the Stars With You
Season 1 Episode 22 - Aired 7/6/2023
As Sang Zhi's internship comes to a close, she plans a special holiday with Jiaxu. But her parents begin to notice something odd about their daughter.
Director: Li Qingrong
Writer: Shen Feixian
- 9.2/1087 votes
#23 - Stranded, but Love Is Persistent
Season 1 Episode 23 - Aired 7/10/2023
Li Ping warns Sang Zhi about Duan Jiaxu's family issues, and Jiaxu must face a serious conversation with Sang Zhi's father.
Director: Li Qingrong
Writer: Shen Feixian
- 9.2/1089 votes
#24 - Set Off. So Near and Yet So Far
Season 1 Episode 24 - Aired 7/10/2023
Sang Zhi's heartfelt confession brings her and Jiaxu closer. Following a long-awaited family reconciliation, Jiaxu starts a new chapter in his life.
Director: Li Qingrong
Writer: Shen Feixian
- 9.3/10107 votes
#25 - Rush. Can't Hide Secretly
Season 1 Episode 25 - Aired 7/11/2023
Hoping to win over Sang Zhi's parents, Jiaxu engages in an earnest talk with them. As Sang Zhi's graduation draws close, Jiaxu has a big surprise ready.
Director: Li Qingrong
Writer: Shen Feixian
The Best Episodes of Hidden Love Season 1
Every episode of Hidden Love Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Hidden Love Season 1!
Since high school, Sang Zhi has had a crush on Duan Jiaxu. When fate brings them together again, they find a chance to embark on...
Genre:Drama
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Season 1 Ratings Summary
"I Have Been Waiting. A Secret Kept" is the best rated episode of "Hidden Love" season 1. It scored 8.1/10 based on 217 votes. Directed by Li Qingrong and written by Shen Feixian, it aired on 6/20/2023. This episode is rated 0.3 points higher than the second-best, "Get Closer. What Made Me Meet Someone Like You".