Summer Shaw rescues the injured white crane Crimson Plume. The crane repays her with Crimson Feathers, which heal Summer's mother and help the Shen family out of poverty. As Crimson Feathers bring wealth, the family's hearts waver between desire and fear. After pain, the Shen family realizes true blessings never come without effort. They learn to revere life, stay true to intentions, and rely on their own hands. Kindness has rewards, but pure kindness expects no repayment.