Gu Ying is slapped by her parents-in-law. Zane Shaw defends her, but wavers under his parents' influence. The patriarchal Zhao family pressures Gu Ying for children, arranges blind dates for Zane, and schemes against her assets. Gu Ying uncovers their conspiracy, gathers evidence, cuts financial support, and counterattacks Zane's resources. She files for divorce. Zane Shaw and his family end up miserable, while Gu Ying breaks free to embrace a new life.