Xu Zhimu, from a humble background, pursued Zheng Ruyi, a girl from an official's family, after college. Ruyi chose to marry Xu Zhimu over her childhood friend Gu Han. After marriage, Xu Zhimu got involved with his superior Lin Dan, having an affair with Lin Dan, who was 10 years his senior, for career advancement. He then met the beautiful Lin Wanwan, and his betrayal crushed Ruyi. Gu Han returned to China, teamed up with Ruyi's best friend Lulu, defeated Xu Zhimu in the business world, and emotionally, united with Lin Dan and Su Ran to reclaim the marital property. Gu Han won Ruyi's true love, and the two vowed to live happily ever after.
