During the Ming Dynasty, a poor young man named Feng Xiaoma became embroiled in a commotion over the selection of palace maidens. By an absurd twist of fate, the wealthy Guo family arranged a marriage for him. Because of his low status, he was treated unfairly, and Guo Shumei did everything she could to drive him away. When the Guo family lost in a business struggle and was framed, Feng Xiaoma used his wit and intelligence to help them overcome one crisis after another, and made their business thrive. At last, he won Guo Shumei's approval. The Guo family was framed and had its property confiscated, leaving them destitute. Feng Xiaoma and Guo Shumei supported each other through hardship, and found true love in poverty. Later, they cleared the Guo family's name, and the lovers were finally able to be together.
Theme: A couple's true love is revealed in times of hardship
