Volume One: Entering the Game (Chapters 1-40)
Top mergers-and-acquisitions lawyer Shen Yanqiu is ordered to take over the design firm owned by Lin Wanxing's family. The two clash across the negotiating table: Shen Yanqiu presses her advantage at every turn, while Lin Wanxing counters every move. When an unexpected business crisis strikes, Shen Yanqiu secretly helps her, and the ice between them begins to thaw.
Volume Two: Sinking (Chapters 41-80)
Forced to repay her debts, Lin Wanxing signs a private consulting agreement with Shen Yanqiu, bringing them into frequent contact. Business trips and living together fan the flames of their attraction, and Lin Wanxing helps cure Shen Yanqiu's insomnia. An accident breaks the barrier between them, but their conflicting material interests keep both from daring to define the relationship.
Volume Three: Undercurrents (Chapters 81-120)
Shen Yanqiu's family gets involved and tries to use Lin Wanxing to attack her. To protect Lin Wanxing, Shen Yanqiu deliberately says cruel things and pushes her away. Lin Wanxing faces the storm alone and quickly grows stronger. Once the truth comes out, Lin Wanxing turns the tables and "captures" Shen Yanqiu. They officially become a couple.
Volume Four: Breaking the Deadlock (Chapters 121-160)
The two join forces as equals, using legal and business tactics to acquire the mastermind's company in turn. Their chemistry in bed and their teamwork outside it make their love unbreakable. In the final showdown, Shen Yanqiu takes a fatal blow meant for Lin Wanxing, and the two open their hearts to each other completely.
Volume Five: Everlasting Light (Chapters 161-200)
With the dust settled, the two work together to resolve the problems left behind by their families. Lin Wanxing's design wins a major award, while Shen Yanqiu watches her lovingly from the audience. After a long night, a light finally shines, and the two find their happy ending.