In Donghua Continent, dynasties changed and the world was in chaos. Cheng Xiaoyu, an ordinary citizen, originally just wanted to live a stable life. By chance, he went undercover and became involved in the grudges of a wealthy family. Teaming up with the chivalrous woman Liu Ruyan, the hero Cao Feng, and the powerful minister's son Lin Ruozhu to "paddle the water", they repeatedly broke through dangerous situations and witnessed the ups and downs of troubled times. In order to protect themselves and for their own ideals, the three of them kept stumbling in the chaos. In the face of earth-shaking changes, many forces are fighting openly and secretly, some are laughing drunkenly, while others are fighting fiercely. Humor and crisis coexist, and fate competes with people's hearts. How do they achieve self-growth and redemption in troubled times? The book has a tight rhythm and is witty and humorous. It faces life with a smile in crisis, and finally reveals the perseverance and warmth of the little people.