- Drama Title: The Epoch of Miyu
- Also Known As: 蜜语纪, Mi Yu Ji
- Genres: Romance, Drama
- Cast: Wallace Chung, Zhu Zhu, Li Meng, Jing Chao
- Number of Episodes: 38
- Date of Release: April 13, 2026
- Original Network: iQiyi, Tencent Video
- Where to Watch: WeTV, Tencent Video, iQiyi
- Adapted from the web novel “Mi Yu Ji” by Hong Jiu
Hola dear readers, I wrapped up The Epoch of Miyu a few days ago. It’s one of the Chinese dramas released in April 2026. And ever since then, my life has been chaotic. There were so many good dramas airing now. My eyes are sore, my sleep schedule is ruined, and my screen time? let’s not talk about it.
Thankfully I am no longer a child with screen time restriction. I go to bed thinking about a drama and wake up to watch more dramas. And now I’m facing another headache, deciding which one deserves to be reviewed first. It’s like choosing a favourite child. I simply cannot.
At this point, I wish we have more than 24 hours a day. Or a body that only need to be plugged to be recharged. Because clearly, this human body isn’t designed for this level of commitment. AND to STOP me from being a chatterbox, let’s get this The Epoch of Miyu drama review post started. Happy reading, dear readers! 😉
The Epoch of Miyu Drama Review
The Synopsis
Xu Miyu believes her marriage is perfect. But on their 10th wedding anniversary, she finds out that her husband isn’t who she thought he was. The loyalty, understanding, and kindness he shows her are all just a façade.
Behind her back, he has been having a long-term affair with a colleague. And after her love and dignity are trampled on, Xu Miyu decides to walk away from the hellish marriage and chooses to stand on her own feet.
Faced with financial difficulties, Xu Miyu changes her path and becomes a working woman. She finds a job at Purong Hotel as a room attendant. Starting over is far from easy.
But Xu Miyu faces every obstacle with determination, and a little help from an old acquaintance, Ji Feng. Now the General Manager of Purong Hotel, Ji Feng has his own reasons for returning.
Both Xu Miyu and Ji Feng carry their own burdens, each navigating personal struggles to pave the way to the future. As their paths intertwine once again, they begin to find strength in one another.
While Xu Miyu slowly finds herself and learns to open up her heart once again, the hotel also begins to change. What used to be just another hotel in the city, not grow into something bigger, a rising city landmark.
The Review
Dear readers, there weren’t many actors and actresses in Cdamaland that who already mature but still get opportunities to take on leading roles. Zhu Zhu and Wallace Chung were among those rare actors. For the past 3 years, both of them remained active as main roles in dramas or movies.
Both of them could be considered veterans, especially Wallace Chung who was 10 years older than Zhu Zhu, who is 41 this tear. They have been in the industry for a long time.
And actors who last this long surely has something special that keeps producers and directors interested. It could be undeniable talent, a strong fan base, or most importantly, their ability to attract viewers and money.
Zhu Zhu and Wallace Chung are that kind of actress and actor. I’ve always enjoyed their dramas because they tends to choose drama projects with solid stories. I still remembered my first Wallace Chung drama, General and I, back in 2017.
I’ve also watched him in My Sunshine, Adoring, and The Sword and the Brocade. He even appeared as a guest role in Legend of Zhang Hai as Kuai Duo, Zhang Hai’s father. Now at 51, Wallace Chung is still actively working in Cdramaland.
Zhu Zhu, a former MTV China VJ, is also a busy person. Her filmography is long and impressive. Her striking looks is the first thing that caught my attention, but I stayed for her charm. She mostly appears in modern dramas. I don’t recall seeing her in period or costume dramas.
Well, some actors only fit certain genres better. In her case, Zhu Zhu’s modern aura might be the reason why she didn’t fit with historical setting and costume.
In The Epoch of Miyu, Zhu Zhu and Wallace Chung played colleagues-turned-lovers. While both actors are undeniably strong on their own, their chemistry here didn’t quite spark like fireworks.
Instead, it feels more like the soft glow of warm yellow lamps in a quite café. They were comfortable, steady, and easy on the eyes. Watching them was pleasant, but not exactly the kind that makes your heart race.
And honestly, I think she got stronger chemistry with Wallace Huo in Why Is He Still Single? drama. Well, same Wallace but different effect…😜
Drama pairing has different effect on me. At times, it felt like opening a surprise box, filled with moments that catch you off guard. And another time, it felt like finding two well-known brands bundled together. Maybe not every love story needs intensity. But in drama, I still hope to feel something undeniable.
Story wise, The Epoch of Miyu clearly aimed at mature audience since their story focused on marriage and career struggles. The pacing was quite slow throughout the series. Yet the timeline itself moves surprisingly fast.
I was a bit frustrated with this uneven rhythm. And adding to that is the slow burn romance. Despite the initial spark (for Ji Feng) on the first episode, it takes quite a while before Xu Miyu and Ji Feng truly become a couple.
And no, their relationship wasn’t the kind of passionate one like I seen in Love’s Ambitions or Deep Affectionate Eyes. Instead, it remains calm and reserved. There are romantic moments though, but they never build into something so satisfying for me.
This kind of slow-burn romance is often found on Cdramas. The story lingers, often longer than you expected, on the emotional build-up stage. For viewers who enjoy watching things slowly unfolds, this set-up is very satisfying.
You have more time to see every glance, hesitation, and almost-confession moments. But if patience is not your strong suit, you might find yourself hitting the fast-forward button all the time.
Let me warn you, before you fall into the rabbit hole. Cdramas have a habit of testing just how long you are willing to wait for the love to finally happen. And they absolutely know what they are doing… 😆
The Epoch of Miyu’s story was quite interesting at first, especially about triangle love of Xu Miyu, Nie Yun Cheng, and Lu Zhen Zhen. But over time, the focus shifts more into towards workplace struggles.
The relationship between Ji Feng and Xu Miyu wasn’t as engaging as I thought it would be. There were some emotional moments when third parties appear, but it was easily solved.
So naturally, the main villain here is Lu Zhen Zhen. Her character is fiery and hot tempered. You might find her face familiar because Li Meng, who played Lu Zhen Zhen, also appear in The Double as the despicable and cruel Princess Wan Ning.
In that drama, she was also the cunning mistress who stole another woman’s husband. Same energy, different setting.
Take this drama with a grain of salt, dear readers. There were quite a few moments that made me frown during my binge-watching, especially regarding the workplace portrayal. Perhaps it happened because the uneven pacing.
In this drama, Xu Miyu was described as slightly naïve, yet smart, resourceful, and attentive. She has a vision and was said as a natural talent in hospitality industry. Well, this dram might have exaggerated that a little…😁
Still, I wish this drama made the recruitment process portrayed more realistically. When Xu Miyu applied for a room attendant position, Xu Miyu simply makes a phone call. The HR staff who answer the call immediately asked Xu Miyu to report for duty, without even asking her name.
Soon after (really soon, on the same day🤪), Xu Miyu was accepted and starts working at Purong. She immediately followed her colleagues to learn on her job. And I was like, WHAAAT? No training, no probation, no whatsoever.
In a complex industry like hospitality, she managed to start a job only because she could tidy up her house? If getting a job in this industry were this easy, I’d be calling Marriott right now. 😆
The director shouldn’t skip some basic realism here. You don’t think that magical ability to make a perfectly wrinkle-free bed in minutes comes naturally, right? Because of course it is NOT. It takes hours of training. But the drama barely shows any of it.
Xu Miyu only followed her senior for a brief of time, and suddenly, she is assigned to be a room attendant in the executive floor. That jump feels a bit too far-fetched.
And then there’s Ji Feng. The supposedly busy Hotel General Manager, but he always had time to casually help out in the lobby. He took photos for guests, pushed luggage carts, even stepped into the kitchen.
And the most surprising moment is when a staff member approaches him in the middle of busy lobby to loudly discuss suppliers raising prices. This certainly adds drama to the scene, but at the same time it pushed common sense out of the door.
But romance-wise, this drama can still be an enjoyable entertainment. The relationship between Ji Feng and Xu Miyu has ups and downs. And their obstacles were quite realistic for me. I also enjoyed watching Xue Rui who clearly likes Li Qiao Qi. However, it seemed that in her eyes their relationship remains purely platonic.
The Epoch of Miyu ended with a bittersweet closure. Fortunately, the villains do face the consequences of their actions. So in a way, karma is served. Justice is delivered. And all loose ends are tied up fairly.
The Story – Guarded Hearts, Softened by Love
The Epoch of Miyu awakened the aunty energy in me. This is the kind of energy many people carry but politely pretend they don’t. This is THAT version of you who sits on the porch, cracking melon seeds one by one, waiting for the next piece of gossip to drift your way. And when the moment come, the rhythm changes.
Your fingers move faster as the cracking quickens. It was almost in sync with your heartbeat. Your eyes lock onto the scene before you as if you are watching the season finale of someone else’s life. Suddenly the world fades and the noise disappear.
And all that exist were their voices. Every word is sharp and impossible to ignore. Because nothing seals your focus like an activated aunty core. Not even the finest TWS or AirPods stands a chance against it. This is selective hearing at its peak.
This moment hit me right in the very first episode, when Xu Miyu’s husband cheated on her. Honestly, that was enough to pull me in. Because if we’re being real, this cheating-revenge-regret formula has long been the backbone of urban Cdrama.
These are familiar tropes, but also undeniably effective. There’s something about it that keeps people watching, no matter how predictable it may seem. You could find this formula in many Cdramas. My favourite is Sun Li’s A Better Life.
Lu Zhen Zhen, the mistress, knows exactly why Nie Yun Cheng chooses her. To him, she is a new adventure. Lu Zhen Zhen’s lively, confident, and daring nature are a stark contrast to Xu Miyu’s obedient and reserved character. And on top of that, she had something that Xu Miyu couldn’t give to Nie Yu Cheng. I bet you know what I mean? 😁
Xu Miyu is a pampered housewife with a wealthy husband who spoiled her endlessly. Branded bags, expensive clothes, nice house, she has it all. Her husband even supports her family financially.
But while Xu Miyu repays it with care and sincerity, her family simply takes his help for granted. This only adds more to her burdens.
Xu Miyu is a soft hearted and a people pleaser. She tried to help her family as much as she can. And because of that, Xu Miyu fall into deep debt. Eventually, she has no choice but to find a job.
Xu Miyu then came to the place she knows well, the Purong Hotel. She often went there as a guest. And because she could see from two different perspectives, as a guest and now as a hotel staff, Xu Miyu stand out among her peers.
Her parent’s never-ending demands are painful to watch. Xu Miyu needed something to wake her up. And we all know that it’s not easy to break free from a toxic family. It takes time, countless tears, repeated humiliation, and support from those around her before Xu Miyu finally learns to stand up for herself.
Purong Hotel used to be a famous place in Shanghai. But as the time goes by, its glory eroded not only by time, but also by the “rats” within. Even Xue Rui describes it as rotten to the core. It also faces enemy from outside, the Kuanli Group who waiting for the right time to acquire Purong Hotel.
But no matter how hard it was, Ji Feng still chooses to lead the hotel. Purong holds a special place in Ji Feng’s heart as it was his first working place, and the Chairman is his first mentor.
This time, he returns to transform the hotel and restore its glory. But he also has another reason. Which is because Ji Feng felt that he was being treated as a second-class citizen abroad.
Is this some kind of subtle propaganda to call back the Chinese diaspora out there? 🤷🏻♀️
Although Ji Feng is the boss, no one can run a hotel alone. He needs his people, those he can trust. He needs a dependable and loyal allies. And for Ji Feng, that person is Xue Rui.
With his help, Ji Feng managed to uncover the mismanagement and fraud within Purong Hotel. And honestly, I really enjoy watching their friendship. Xue Rui loves to meddle in Ji Feng’s complicated relationship with Xu Miyu because Ji Feng’s feelings are too obvious to ignore.
While Xu Miyu’s enemy is Lu Zhen Zhen, Ji Feng’s main enemy is Wei Si Yuan, the head of Purong Hotel. He has three direct subordinates. Each works as director in different departments.
And all of them are his accomplices. The four of them are the very “rats” that hollowed out Purong Hotel from within. All they care about is maintaining their lucrative position and their under the table dealings.
In the end, The Epoch of Miyu is not a perfect drama. It has its flaws, and at times, it was far from reality. But somehow, it still works. Maybe it’s because of Xu Miyu’s journey of reinventing herself.
Watching her slowly rise again after everything falls apart is heartbreaking but also satisfying. Maybe it’s because Ji Feng. With his calm, reserved, and emotionally guarded nature who slowly learned how to reconnect with others. He learned to shift his ambitions towards something more meaningful.
The Epoch of Miyu is not just about falling apart, but about having the courage to piece yourself back together and coming back stronger than ever. Because just like what Nietzsche said, “What doesn’t kill me, makes me stronger”. 💪🏻
The Characters
Xu Miyu (Played by Zhu Zhu)
Xu Miyu used to be an obedient and gentle housewife. She is caring, attentive, patient, and organized. Who would have thought that these traits would suit her so well when she entered the hospitality industry.
As a room attendant, she deserved 5 stars for her attentiveness, meticulousness, resilience, strong communication skills and problem-solving instinct. Although she shows excellent emotional control at work and often appears more mature compared to others, it doesn’t mean she always keeps herself together.
Xu Miyu could be deeply emotional and she cries easily. Her desire to appear as a strong woman while quietly hiding all her pain, is actually the most heartbreaking part of her character. However, this exactly the trait that moved Ji Feng’s heart the most.
Ji Feng (Played by Wallace Chung)
For Ji Feng, working in the hospitality industry isn’t just a passion, it’s a calling. He starts from the bottom and works his way up to the top. He is a career driven, ambitious, smart, and sharp-tongued person.
Ji Feng has faced many obstacles in both his career and love life. This time, he intends to focus solely on his career. Still, Xu Miyu’s striking looks catches his attention from the very beginning.
Although he can be quite intimidating as a boss, Ji Feng is a good and attentive boss. He is responsible, resourceful, professional, calm, and decisive. He protects his subordinates at the right moments and even more protective towards his loved ones.
Despite his proud nature, Ji Feng isn’t an arrogant person. He tends to be reserved person around others. But in front of special person like Xu Miyu and Xue Rui, he will open up and allow them to see his vulnerable side.
Lu Zhen Zhen (Played by Li Meng)
There’s nothing that moves Lu Zhen Zhen more than money and power. She was born into a rich family. When disaster strike, she was left with nothing. No parents, no home, no money, no security.
For years, Lu Zhen Zhen hold on to her mother’s words, that she had to be strong, had to climb higher, so that one day, those who looked down on her would regret it. And so, the young Lu Zhen Zhen grew up into someone ambitious and calculating.
She learned to see every opportunity as a stepping stone. To her, love was never the priority. Herself is the most important matter. Because in her world, survival always comes first.
Nie Yu Cheng (Played by Jing Chao)
For ten years, Nie Yu Cheng lived as Xu Miyu’s devoted husband. In front of her he played the role of a kind, gentle, and generous man. He took care of her and even supported her family, while keeping a mistress behind her.
Xu Miyu didn’t realize it at first. It was only after Lu Zhen Zhen’s schemes that she finally saw him for what he truly was: ambitious, greedy, proud, and self-conceited.
Xue Rui (Played by Na Jia Wei)
Years ago, Xue Rui and Ji Feng were not just colleagues, but also close friend. After Ji Feng decided to leave the hotel and go abroad, they didn’t see each other for ten years.
Back then, Xue Rui and JI Feng always had each other’s back. And now that they met again, that bond still remains and getting stronger. At work, Xue Rui is an all-rounder. He has a refined taste in food. He also has extensive knowledge about the industry.
However, because he looked a bit unambitious and kindhearted, nobody took him seriously. Unlike Ji Feng who tends to be emotionally guarded, Xue Rui is more open and expressive.
He speaks his mind, isn’t afraid to step in when needed and often acts as the bridge between Ji Feng and Xu Miyu. Xue Rui is a steady, reliably, and loyal friend who Ji Feng needed.
Li Qiao Qi (Played by Guo Xiao Ting)
Li Qiao Qi works as a chef in Purong Hotel. She and Xu Miyu has a strong friendship bond that was formed for years. While Xu Miyu looked like a tofu, soft and unassuming in the outside, Li Qiao Qi is like a chili oil.
She is bold, fiery, and impossible to ignore. She often seen riding on her motorcycle and looking really cool when she does. Li Qiao Qi is the kind of friend who stays with you, even in your lowest moments.
Wei Si Yuan (Played by Zhang Yi)
Wei Si Yuan is the nephew of Wei Wan Jun, the Chairman of Purong Hotel. He has known Ji Feng for a long time, back when Ji Feng was still working at the hotel.
However, Wei Si Yuan has always envied Ji Feng’s abilities and felt threatened just by his presence. Actually, the decline of Purong Hotel largely caused by Wei Si Yuan. He lacked both the capability to manage it and clear vision for its future.
Instead, he relies on cronyism and engaged in embezzlement for personal gain. Wei Si Yuan’s characters is somewhat similar with Nie Yu Cheng. Both of them were entitled and deeply self-serving.
Tan Ji Zhou (Played by Ren Bin)
Tan Ji Zhou is the son of Tan Jia Ming, the guest in room 1810. He works as a curator and is also a talented artist. He develops feelings Xu Miyu and becomes Ji Feng’s strongest contender.
Unlike the sharp and guarded Ji Feng, Tan Ji Zhou treated Xu Miyu with gentleness and sincerity. It is almost impossible to miss the affection that sparked in his eyes whenever he looks at her.
The Conclusion
For those who enjoy the kind of classic melodrama, with just enough messy relationship to keep things addictive, The Epoch of Miyu might be exactly what you’re looking for.
But mind you, this isn’t the kind of cool drama that you casually watch in the office canteen during the lunch break, like Pursuit of Jade. This one? You might watch this drama quietly at home, where you can wear your most comfortable sleep wear with huge Velcro rollers in your head. Fully indulging the aunty energy in you.
Take this drama with a grain of salt. Many things in this drama didn’t sit well with common sense. However, if you set that aside and focus on the romance and the character’s personal growth, there’s still a lot to enjoy here.
So, have you decided whether this one is worth your time? I hope you find this review helped you make up your mind. whether you end up watching it or just quietly judging it from afar, I’ll leave that to you.
Thank you for staying with me until the end, dear readers. I’ll see you again in another drama review. Until then, goodbye and happy watching!
