In the 1990s, Liu Dachong fails the college entrance exam. Convinced he's destined for greatness, he heads to Guangdong alone and lets the current carry him along. His working life has its ups and downs, and he grows from an ordinary migrant worker into a general manager. Along the way, he meets Wu Yuan, the woman he's been longing for. They feel as if they've known each other forever, and a romantic love begins. Their love is profound, but Wu Yuan's parents vehemently oppose their relationship, and the two never end up together. Later, Liu Dachong pulls himself out of heartbreak, turns his grief into strength, and works hard to improve himself, achieving remarkable success. When he returns home in glory, the two happen to meet again...
