An unexpected disaster changes the fate of twelve-year-old Lin Chunsheng and his family. His father's death and the disappearance of his younger brother and sister leave wounds that will never heal. Just when he thinks he might find happiness with his uncle's family, his aunt makes life difficult for him, and he is forced to endure every joy and hardship life has to offer.
One hardship after another drives him to flee the family that sees him as a burden and only wants to use him. He begins struggling to make his way in the turbulent world beyond their home...
