If you’re interested in exploring this genre, here are well-regarded titles with strong, respectful portrayals of teenage relationships:

: Relationships are increasingly framed in economic terms, such as "emotional value" ( qingxu jiazhi ) or "internal friction" ( neihao ), where young women are urged to maximize their "investment" in a partner. 3. Common Romantic Storyline Tropes Description Cultural Context Enemies to Lovers

Two competitive students or colleagues eventually fall for each other.

She is a high-achieving student focused on getting a scholarship to NUS. He is a rebellious street photographer who helps his parents run a traditional Bakmie stall in Glodok.