In the late 1970s, the countryside was poor and life was harsh.
Lu Chengyan, a young regiment commander with an illustrious military record, was forced to return to his hometown to recuperate after suffering a severe injury. Haunted by an old wound for years, he was withdrawn and gloomy.
Then he unexpectedly met Xie Heng, a special young educated youth who had come from far away.
Clear-minded, clever, and calm, the young man understood medicine and healing arts, carried himself with quiet composure, and possessed a unique ability.
It happened to ease the old injury that had plagued Lu Chengyan for years, becoming a rare comfort during his long spell in the doldrums.
Rural life was dull, and gossip was everywhere. Through the hard years in the mountains, they looked after and comforted each other.
Lu Chengyan was steadfast, bearing his burdens as he pressed onward:
“Times are hard, and gossip can wound. I'll stand firm and give you a peaceful life. No one will ever bully you.”
Xie Heng had come from far away, with no ties holding him back:
“I come from a different place. All I want is to find a safe place to settle down. I'll keep learning and improving, and we'll support each other as we face the road ahead.”
In the years that followed, Lu Chengyan returned to his former path, rising step by step to a position of power and protecting the peace of the region.
Xie Heng built a life through his own abilities, moving steadily forward with his medical skills and intelligence.
They met in the wilderness and healed each other.
Together in the mountains amid turbulent times, they weathered hardship and overcame prejudice.
Side by side, they would live in peace year after year, stay together for life, and find their happily ever after.
Who can resist two people who have eyes for each other? Chief Lu looked cold, but he gave all his tenderness to Xie Heng, thinking about everything for him and protecting him closely. Xie Heng went from being fearful and uneasy at the beginning to slowly letting go of his guard and relying on the other party. This change was written very naturally. The wilderness is long and the life is poor and hard, but the way the two of them support each other is so sweet, the sweetness is just right. The more they knock on each other, the higher they get, and they will keep chasing each other!