Li Xiumei, scorned by her husband and son, storms out after being denied a medical checkup—slamming the table in fury. She returns to her community theater troupe, overcomes declining physical stamina, and makes a triumphant comeback with support from the troupe leader and fellow actors. Her husband steals her costumes, her son files false reports, her daughter-in-law spreads vicious rumors—all thwarted and exposed. She writes and stages the modern play 'Spring's Return,' wins the National Gold Award, and performs on CCTV's gala—finally living life on her own terms.