Youth in the Shadows

Guo Xiaoning, a courageous girl who dropped out of middle school, resolutely sets off on an uncertain journey to find work. Along the way, she faces life’s trials and tribulations alone and experiences the many sides of human nature.

During her years of working, Xiaoning meets Xu Bin. Their encounter feels like fate, and sparks fly between their two young hearts. They share life’s joys and sorrows, making many unforgettable memories together. But young love isn’t all sweetness. They also face family pressure and the tests of reality.

Xiaoning’s family is deeply troubled and worried by her decision to leave school, and her relationship with Xu Bin only makes them more anxious. Despite the disapproval, the two stand by their love and strive to find a future of their own.

Through the twists and turns of their youth, Xiaoning and Xu Bin experience the sweetness and bitterness of love, growing along the way as they navigate family conflicts. They gain life experience through their jobs and work hard toward a future together in marriage. Their youth is full of setbacks, but also boundless hope and dreams. A Youth Without School Days will take you into their world, where you’ll experience their confusion, courage, perseverance, and growth as they make their way through youth, and witness the story they write with love and courage.