Monday, 17 January 2022

Take Us Home

Drama: Take Us Home
Chinese Title: 龙城 / Long Cheng
Broadcast Network: CCTV-8
Broadcast Website: iQIYI

Broadcast Date: April 15, 2023

Air Time: Daily Primetime Drama 19:30 (2 eps) with 6 eps on premiere for VIP (See Viewing Calendar)
Genre: Family, Modern
Language: Mandarin
Episodes: 36
Director: Lin Yan
Screenwriter: Wu Nan, Bian Zhihong, Zhang Siyao, Lu Chen
Production Company: iQIYI Pictures
Chief Producer: Teng Huatao
Origin: China
Source: Adapted from the Memory in the City of Dragon Trilogy (龙城三部曲) by Di An

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Synopsis and Plot Summary

The three cousins of the Zheng family are as close as siblings. After hitting a wall several times, Zheng Dongni goes to Germany for marriage. She wanted to take her cousin Xijue along but he opts to stay behind to repay his aunt and uncle who raised him.

Zheng Dongni (Ma Yili) who is the eldest among the three Zheng cousins is rebellious and bold due to the influence of her family. Zheng Xijue (Bai Yu) who was orphaned at a young age wants to stay in Longcheng for the sake of his relatives who raised him. Xijue helps his uncle through hard times, yet suffers a painful heartbreak due to a failed relationship. Fortunately, Dongni's best friend Jiang Yi (Liu Lu) appears at the right time.

Dongni who has a competitive nature matures after her father fell ill and her mother died. Not only does she assume the responsibilities of taking care of the family, she also becomes a pillar for everyone. All hell broke loose due to younger cousin Zheng Nanyin's (Li Tingting) long-distance relationship in college. In order to prove their love, she and her boyfriend decide to get married.

Meanwhile, Jiang Yi is neglected by Zheng Xijue again and again because of his devotion to his family. At one point, their relationship was at the brink of collapse. After experiencing all kinds of setbacks, everyone gradually realizes that Xijue's sincerity and perseverance represents the true meaning of home. As they grow, they learn to give warmth to each other in their own way.

Fun Facts

The boot ceremony was held in Chongqing on November 24, 2021.

Cast

	Johnny Bai Yu as Zheng Xijue
	Ma Yili as Zheng Dongni
	Li Tingting as Zheng Nanyin
	Liu Lin as Hao Lin
	Gao Xin as Zheng Hong
	Jie Bing as Zheng Bin
	Jiao Gang as Zheng Yan