An orphaned woman marries a mountain hunter. He looks fierce and is a man of few words, but he is tolerant and dotes on his wife in everything. After a sudden turn of events wipes out their savings, the two move to start a new life. With the support of their neighbors, their braised meat business thrives. The couple diligently learns to read, write, and do accounts, eventually building their own house and creating a cozy little home.