Xu Yuan has been in an arranged wealthy marriage for seven years as the perfect Xiao daughter-in-law, yet her love fades under constant cold neglect. Her husband Xiao Jinghuai still clings to his old flame, and seven years of indifference freeze their marriage. A scandal erupts on their anniversary, prompting Xu Yuan to divorce decisively, leave with nothing and go overseas. Xiao Jinghuai is consumed by regret and chases her across the ocean. Freed from reliance, Xu Yuan resumes her studies and starts a business, growing into an independent, brilliant woman. Xiao Jinghuai fails to win her back. He can only watch her new life in endless regret, in this heartrending story of late repentance.
