“A Love Letter from the Moon [Love After Pregnancy]”.

He Chuyue is a senior lawyer at a prestigious firm in North City, known for her sharp intellect and emotional restraint. Her career is at a pivotal moment when she takes on a high-profile celebrity divorce case involving actress Gu Qianqian. The case serves as both a professional opportunity and a potential trap, as she had previously offended her boss by refusing a political appointment. During the intense negotiations, He Chuyue suffers from severe nausea and vomiting, which a stranger mistakenly identifies as morning sickness. This incident triggers a flood of memories from a chaotic night at a class reunion two months prior. Drunk and confused, she had entered the wrong hotel room and spent the night with a man whose scent she found strangely compelling. Upon discovering she is pregnant, she initially plans to terminate the pregnancy, viewing the child as an obstacle to her carefully constructed independent life.

Her best friend, Zhou Yu, reveals that the man from that night is Xiao Zhiyan, a biochemistry professor at Peking University from a wealthy and influential family. He Chuyue had previously rejected his advances during their academic years, viewing him as cold and unapproachable. When she learns of his identity, she prepares for an abortion but is interrupted when her aunt collapses from high blood pressure. Xiao Zhiyan, who happens to be at the same hospital, assists her. During this encounter, he proposes marriage, stating that he will take responsibility for the child. He Chuyue is skeptical, interpreting his offer as a cruel joke or a way to dismiss her. However, Xiao Zhiyan is sincere. He has been searching for her since that night, driven by a sense of duty and a growing, unacknowledged attachment. He presents her with extensive documentation of his assets and a detailed prenuptial agreement, offering to cover all her expenses indefinitely.

The narrative shifts to explore Xiao Zhiyan’s perspective. He is portrayed as a man of few words, deeply rational, and somewhat socially awkward. His family, particularly his brother Xiao Wenqi, notes his unusual behavior and suspects he has fallen in love. Flashbacks reveal a childhood incident where a six-year-old Xiao Zhiyan promised to marry a village girl who wore a specific ring, a promise he has carried with him unconsciously. He Chuyue, meanwhile, faces pressure from her aunt Dai Wenchun to marry. To avoid a series of disastrous blind dates, she fabricates a story about having a boyfriend named Xiao Zhiyan. When her aunt demands proof, He Chuyue is forced to call the real Xiao Zhiyan, who surprisingly plays along, arranging a dinner at her aunt’s home.

As they navigate this arrangement, the boundaries between their contractual marriage and genuine emotion begin to blur. He Chuyue attempts to maintain distance, insisting on a three-year marriage followed by a divorce and shared custody. Xiao Zhiyan agrees to the terms but refuses to limit his support or commitment. Their interactions are marked by awkwardness and unspoken tension. He Chuyue is unsettled by his attentiveness, such as when he notices her hunger despite her insistence that she is not eating, or when he adjusts the temperature in her home to ensure her comfort. Xiao Zhiyan, in turn, is fascinated by her complexity, noting her dual nature and the way she hides her vulnerabilities behind a professional facade.

The story develops through a series of domestic and social encounters. Xiao Zhiyan meets He Chuyue’s dog, Latte, overcoming his fear of animals to enter her home. He observes her daily life, noting her habits and preferences, and begins to integrate himself into her world. He Chuyue struggles with her growing dependence on him, fearing that her pregnancy and the marriage will compromise her career and independence. Yet, she finds herself drawn to his quiet reliability and the genuine care he displays. The central conflict revolves around whether their union, born out of necessity and duty, can evolve into a genuine partnership. As they prepare for the upcoming dinner with her aunt, both characters are forced to confront their true feelings. Xiao Zhiyan’s family dynamics add another layer, with his brother teasing him about his sudden change in demeanor. The narrative sets the stage for a deeper exploration of their relationship, moving from a contract of convenience toward an uncertain emotional future.