When I Meet the Moon () is an upcoming Chinese romantic television series starring Lin Yi and Lu Yuxiao. Adapted from the Web novel of the same name by Zhu Yi, it is a sister-work to the critically acclaimed series Hidden Love and The First Frost.
The story follows Fu Shize (Lin Yi) and Yun Li (Lu Yuxiao) as they reunite in Nanwu. Yun Li, who struggles with severe social anxiety, applies to Nanwu for graduate school to prove her independence to her father. Before the semester starts, she participates in an activity at a local VR experience center as a video creator, where she encounters Fu Shize, the genius boy she idolized in high school. Her secret crush soon becomes an open pursuit, and with the support of those around her, her radiant personality eventually wins Fu Shize's heart.
While their initial relationship is sweet, differences in their perceptions and how they handle problems lead to growing tension and an eventual breakup. Yun Li moves abroad, and the deep-seated pain of Fu ShizeâÂÂs past is finally revealed. In an effort to win her back, Fu Shize rallies himself and leads his research team to new heights in the scientific field. After Yun Li returns to China, Fu Shize pursues her in various ways, allowing the two to eventually overcome their differences and rekindle their romance.
Jinjiang writer Zhu Yi's novels The First Frost and Hidden Love have both been adapted into TV series and achieved great success. Zhu Yi's stories are delicate, gentle and full of the unique beauty of youth, which resonates with countless fans. This series is directed by Zhang Boyu, director of Moonlight, which is believed to capture the romantic atmosphere of the original work. This time, he will lead his team from campus to urban settings, delicately capturing the genuine emotions of youthful unrequited love, growth, and reconciliation, promising to create a moving and unforgettable youth romance drama.
The drama is the third major adaptation from author Zhu Yi's "Nanwu University" universe. Because Fu Shize is established as Sang Yan's (the lead of First Frost) best friend and college roommate, the drama features significant world-building overlaps that fans of the franchise anticipate.
In October 2025, lead actor Lin Yi was injured on set when a lighting fixture fell and struck his left shoulder. Following a hospital examination, the production team released an official statement on October 22 confirming he sustained no major injuries and had resumed filming. The crew subsequently pledged to improve on-set safety protocols to prevent further accidents.
The series is expected to feature a melodic, "healing-style" soundtrack. Rumored artists for the OST include Zhang Bichen and Silence Wang, though the official tracklist has not been released.