Title of work: "The Prodigal Son Returns to the Snow"
Type of work: Urban suspense/emotional redemption
Core theme: The story revolves around the return of Chen Mo, a former gang leader who has been in exile for five years, to his hometown of Jiangcheng, to settle the past grudges and the emotional redemption of his lover Su Xue, to expose the criminal network of the villain Lord Hu, and to explore family ties and self-redemption at the same time.
Storyline:
- Volume 1 "The Returning Wind": Chen Mo ends his exile in Southeast Asia and returns to Jiangcheng occupied by Lord Tiger. After reuniting with his lover Su Xue, facing her misunderstanding and resistance, as well as Lord Tiger's pressure, he gradually uncovers the truth about his frame-up and the murder of Su Xue's brother five years ago. At the same time, he discovers that the two have a daughter, Lele.
- Volume 2 "Old Wounds and New Traces": Master Hu spreads rumors to slander Chen Mo, and Chen Mo fights back by revealing part of the truth in the casino; the old ghost provides clues about Master Hu's collusion with officials, which involves more shady stories (tax evasion, covering up crimes, etc.); Scarface's betrayal becomes a breakthrough in the case, and Chen Mo begins to plan a counterattack.
Character settings:
- Chen Mo: Once the young master of the Gale Hall, he was framed and went into exile. He had a tolerant and ruthless personality. Deep in his heart was the guilt and love for Su Xue. After returning, he aimed at revenge and protection.
- Su Xue: Chen Mo's lover, runs the "Qingxue Flower Shop" and raises her daughter alone. She is tough on the outside, but loves and hates Chen Mo on the inside. She once resented Chen Mo due to misunderstanding, but gradually understood the truth.
- Lord Tiger: The main villain, ambitious and cruel, occupying the Gale Hall industry and colluding with officials is the core goal of Chen Mo's revenge.