The illegitimate son of a wealthy family, Liu Changqing, lives under the oppression of his father's principal wife. Fortunately, his mother cares for him tenderly and in every possible way, while his half-brother often brings him toys and snacks. He grows up healthy, obedient, sensible, gentle, and kind. One day, his father returns home and takes the two brothers hunting. Unexpectedly, Qi Huang, the bandit leader who has come down from the mountain to do business, takes a fancy to Liu Changqing and wants to abduct him back to the stronghold as his bride. The bandits there are known for standing up for justice, robbing evil rich men to help the poor. Liu Changqing, who occasionally handles the stronghold's domestic affairs, begins to see the bandits differently. And Qi Huang's love for him moves him in every way. In the end, they finally find their happy ending.
Main couple: bandit king Qi Huang x young illegitimate master Liu Changqing
Side couple: second-in-command Qi Yan x mute boy Yubai.
Theme: Love after marriage, setting off toward freedom.