Qin Long sends young Eric Preston to the countryside, subdued by Nia Shaw. They bond before separation. Eighteen years later, Eric, a fighting champion, seeks Nia. Nia, a gang leader, is forced to marry Eric Preston as a substitute bride for her sister by The Linden Family. They reunite. Unaware, Eric tries to make things difficult, is defeated by her, and forced to register their marriage. Married, they are at odds. Nia reveals abilities. Eric suspects the Linden heiress is the Nia he sought.