The Peak of Life Begins as a Grassroots Civil Servant

When you’re out in the world, you’re bound to take a hit sooner or later. Shen Hao, a deputy town chief with an impressive array of medical and other skills, is assigned to Taoyuan Village as its resident Party secretary. Faced with a beautiful woman, his ideals, and harsh reality, how will he overcome every obstacle? How will he serve as an official and benefit the people? As he seeks a personal promotion, he makes it his lifelong mission to ensure that the young are cared for, the old are supported, and everyone has food, clothing, shelter, transportation, and access to medical care. In doing so, he fulfills the oath he made long ago: “An official who doesn’t stand up for the people might as well go home and sell sweet potatoes...”