Episode Guide
Episode 1: Memoirs of Ma ZhuoXia Ze.
When Ma Zhuo woke up from a nightmare in bed, it was already 5 o'clock in the morning. As a highly educated individual who had just graduated from Shanghai and returned, she successfully returned to Linjiang. After the meeting, she met with familiar elders and found it difficult to recognize the faces around her. In this situation, the people around her were still prepared to welcome her and mentioned some beautiful sights around the city center. However, at this moment, Ma Zhuo still felt that she had to deal with some unpleasant matters upon her return. After hearing these words, Mr. Xiao was prepared to lend a helping hand and told Ma Zhuo to call him whenever needed. >>read more
Episode 2: Ma Zhuo comforted Xia Ze.
Ma Zhuo comforted Xia Ze.After growing up, Xia Ze opened a hot pot restaurant called "Wai Meir" together with her older sister, Xia Hua. Their business thrived due to their hard work. However, one day while Xia Ze was busy in the restaurant, someone suddenly mentioned something about her sister. >>read more
Episode 3: Ma Zhuo and Xia Ze became siblings.
During a boxing match with Ma Zhuo, Xia Ze was somewhat evasive when faced with Ma Zhuo's aggressive attacks. The people around them shouted for Xia Ze to fight back, but despite several attempts, Xia Ze did not retaliate. Ma Zhuo was not influenced by the atmosphere and swiftly defeated Xia Ze with a few moves, knocking him to the ground. >>read more
Episode 4: Ma Zhuo recalls her childhood memories.
Xia Ze wants to go to the market to buy vegetables for his master, but is stopped by Ma Zhuo, who asks why he is avoiding her. Xia Ze admits that his father and Ma Zhuo's mother are about to get married, and the situation is set in stone, with no turning back. Ma Zhuo suspects that there must be a hidden reason for her mother's marriage to Uncle Xia, as she has never heard her mother mention him before. >>read more
Episode 5: Ma Zhuo met Xia Ze.
Little Ma Zhuo was tutored by her teacher due to problems with her accent, but it was difficult to correct, causing the teacher's dissatisfaction. Among her classmates, she was mocked and bullied for her rural background and close relationship with males, and was ultimately injured as a result. After Ma Zhuo's mother learned of this, she resolutely defended her daughter, intimidating other parents by citing her daughter's martial arts training. >>read more
Episode 6: Ma Zhuo's mother was murdered.
Ma Zhuo accidentally discovered that Xia Ze still kept their old photos, which tore her heart apart. Although Xia Ze claimed there were reasons behind it, Ma Zhuo was skeptical. Recalling back to 2008, Ma Zhuo was warmly invited by Xiao Zhe on campus, and although she was initially hesitant, she still agreed. >>read more
Episode 7: Xiao Zhe warned Xia Ze.
Xia Ze heard a knock at the door and thought it was his father Xia Gang returning, but when he opened the door, he found it was Officer Geng with a group of people there to conduct a search. Ma Zhuo was sitting in the back, conflicted and yet expectant, wanting to know the truth but also fearing it was related to Xia Gang. Officer Geng asked Xia Ze the last time he had seen Xia Gang, then mentioned Xia Hua, and Ma Zhuo walked over with an impassive expression. >>read more
Episode 8: The relationship between Xia ZeMa and Zhuo is easing.
In 2000, Yu De Kai held a grand birthday party for Yu An Duo, with many guests in attendance. Although it appeared to the outside world that Mo Li and Yu De Kai had a deep relationship, there seemed to be an insurmountable chasm between the two. At the birthday party, Yu An Duo, Xiao Zhe, Xia Ze, and Ma Zhuo met for the first time. >>read more
Episode 9: Ma Zhuo rejected Xiao Zhe's confession.
Xiao Zhe revealed to Yu An Duo that his father had prejudice against Ma Zhuo, possibly due to Chen Guo Guo's old case. Yu An Duo felt this was unfair to Ma Zhuo, and Xiao Zhe also complained about his parents' excessive interference in his life.Yu An Duo advised Xiao Zhe to leave, but Xiao Zhe wanted to prove himself. Yu An Duo jokingly said Ma Zhuo should change careers to become a doctor, and teased Xiao Zhe about a birthday gift. >>read more
Episode 10: Mo Li wants to commit suicide.
Xia Hua excitedly sets the dinner table, as her cooperation with Yu De Kai is crucial to her. She is overjoyed when she learns that Yu De Kai has reimbursed her expenses. However, while handling the paperwork, she unexpectedly encounters Mo Li. Mo Li rudely questions Xia Hua's presence, and Xia Hua fearlessly responds that it was Yu De Kai who asked her to come. >>read more
Episode 11: Mo Li committed suicide, and Yu An Duo hates Ma Zhuo.
Yu De Kai was zoning out by the swimming pool, unable to believe that Mo Li had chosen to take her own life. The police judged it as a suicide based on surveillance footage, curious about Mo Li's abnormal behavior before her death. Yu De Kai revealed that Mo Li was in poor mental condition and felt guilty for missing her calls. Officer Geng promised to investigate Chen Guo Guo's matter and not let Ma Zhuo interfere. >>read more
Episode 12: Ma Zhuo and Xia Ze's Reunion
Xia Ze returned home after half a year away, leaving Xia Hua both happy and annoyed. He planned to renovate the empty house on the back mountain of Qingcheng into a homestay, and although Xia Hua was worried, she still supported him. Hu Wan developed feelings for Xia Hua and decided to close his own restaurant to fully support Xia Ze's plan. >>read more
Episode 13: The police discovered the body of Xia Gang.
Xiao Zhe successfully persuaded Yu An Duo to go back with him to see Yu De Kai. As they were leaving the inn, Ma Zhuo and Xia Ze exchanged a tender gaze, each having a place for the other in their hearts. Xia Hua kindly reminded them to be careful and specifically told Ma Zhuo to remember to come back and see her. >>read more
Episode 14: Xia Ze and Ma Zhuo investigated the hidden dagger together.
The news reported that Xia Gang had been killed, and everyone had different thoughts. Xiao Zhe was shocked, Xiao En was complicated, Yu De Kai smoked and mourned silently. Yu An Duo sympathized with Xia Ze, and Xia Hua was grateful for Yu De Kai's tribute.Xia Ze was furious at Yu De Kai's tardiness, because Xia Gang had protected Yu De Kai from many troubles, but afterwards Yu De Kai chose to protect the company, making Xia Ze resentful. >>read more
Episode 15: Here are some additional details about the story:
Ma Zhuo and Xia Ze's encounter with their old friend reveals that the friend is now a successful businessman. This seems to trigger some unresolved tension or conflict from the past between the three of them.When Luodiu is detained for non-payment, she reaches out to Ma Zhuo for help. This suggests that Ma Zhuo, as a lawyer, has a relationship with Luodiu and is able to assist her with legal matters. >>read more
Episode 16: Luo Cheng was caught and apprehended.
Xia Hua saw her brother Xia Ze returning home and teased him about which girlfriend he had found. Upon learning it was Ma Zhuo, she was happy and felt her brother had skills. Although Xia Hua was concerned about the inn business, Xia Ze proposed expanding their fame through live streaming to attract influencers to stay for free, which she thought was a good idea. >>read more
Episode 17: Luo Cheng was found by the police.
Luo Diudiu was in low spirits, and Xia Ze noticed something was wrong, so he asked Ma Zhuo to comfort her. Luo Diudiu revealed that she is 16 years old, and feels that the whole world has abandoned her, because her mother, who was an orphan, left her behind. Her father is also about to leave. Ma Zhuo frankly admitted that he is also an orphan, and they suddenly felt a sense of kinship. Luo Diudiu revealed that her father was forced to take the blame for Xiao En in order to protect her. She has been hiding this information out of fear that the news might leak and put her in danger. Ma Zhuo and Xia Ze expressed that they would fully support her. Luo Diudiu also revealed that she had been threatened by a big gang, and Ma Zhuo encouraged her to bravely face the difficulties. Xia Ze believes that the big gang is still engaging in illegal activities, and Ma Zhuo wants to find a breakthrough. >>read more
Episode 18: Xiao En set a trap for Ma Zhuo.
Xiao Zhe and Yu An Duo took photos together, and he hoped that Yu An Duo would hear the songs he had composed. Yu An Duo thought the lyrics were good, but the music needed to be improved. Xiao Zhe joked that he would give everything to have Yu An Duo help him refine it.Yu De Kai and Xiao En discussed their children's future, believing that fate had brought them together, and that it was best to go with the flow. Xiao's mother deeply loved Yu An Duo and was convinced that she would be her future daughter-in-law. Xiao En had some doubts, but Xiao's mother insisted that Mo Li, who was present, could testify to this. >>read more
Episode 19: Xia Ze's guesthouse was attacked online.
Xia Hua cooked hot pot to comfort the downcast Ma Zhuo, saying they must eat first even if the sky falls. Although Ma Zhuo claimed he was fine, Xia Hua knew he liked to hide his feelings. Xia Hua talked to Yu De Kai about Ma Zhuo being suspended from work, and Yu De Kai was surprised, as he trusted Ma Zhuo's character. >>read more
Episode 20: Yu De Kai helped Xia Ze with advertising.
Ma Zhuo successfully cleared the wrongful accusation against the homestay, and everyone was delighted about it. Xia Hua sees Ma Zhuo as a benefactor, as the homestay holds great significance for her. They plan to produce a clarification video to set the record straight. Xia Ze was relieved that the person who slandered them was detained, firmly believing that justice will prevail. >>read more
Episode 21: Yu De Kai and Xiao En are in conflict.
Yu De Kai suddenly appeared at a meeting led by Xiao En, accompanied by Xiao Zhe. He praised the legal department's talent and claimed he would hold a coronation ceremony for the employees. Curious, Xiao En learned that Yu De Kai was announcing a promotion list, elevating Ma Zhuo to be the business manager. >>read more
Episode 22: Yu Dekai wants to tell the truth to Ma Zhuo and Xia Ze.
With a serious expression, Yu Dekai gets out of the car and asks his assistant to light a cigarette for him. He instructs the assistant to leave and not to bother him, as he is feeling heavy-hearted. He visits the place where Ma Zhuo and Xia Ze used to live when they were children and looks around. Ma Zhuo and Xia Ze arrive, and Yu Dekai tells them about an encounter he had with a high monk while studying in the United States. >>read more
Episode 23: Yu De Kai voluntarily confessed the truth.
On Yu De Kai's birthday in 2008, he received a hidden dagger from Xia Gang, and was touched by the brotherly bond between Xia Gang and Chen Guo Guo. However, Mo Li's father discovered their secret and threatened to resolve it within three days, otherwise he would report them to the police. Both Chen Guo Guo and Xia Gang felt afraid, and Xia Gang thought Mo Li's father wouldn't really report them. >>read more
Ending 24: Ma Zhuo and Xia Ze were together.
Three years later, Ma Zhuo made a name for herself in the legal field, and her passion for helping others won her the love of many people, with some even specially sending her old bacon from Ya'an as a gift. On her way back, she listened to Yu An Duo's singing, her heart complex yet gradually at peace. Yu An Duo's agent marveled that her singing was now more upbeat and positive, and was greatly loved by the public. >>read more
