Li Huaian, who comes from a poor family, endured humiliation to save his mother and became the son-in-law of the wealthy Gu family in Jiangnan. He wanted to live a mediocre life, but he was successively involved in the Gu family's infighting, family secrets, and business and political games. In the face of contempt and cold eyes, he won a glimmer of hope with tenacity and wisdom. During this period, old loves return, friends help, teachers teach, and emotions and interests are intertwined. The protagonist gradually uncovers the truth about family grudges and counterattacks to grow up. Not only does he win respect, but he also leads the people around him to break through the shackles of fate. Multiple lines are intertwined, and friendship, power, family affection and growth resonate. In the end, with the overall situation of the family and country as the end point, a magnificent transformation from son-in-law to helmsman is achieved.