The drug lord "Flying Eagle" suddenly appeared in Linjiang City and used sophisticated ways to escape from being rounded up by public security organizations. Lu Jiang, a young criminal investigation expert, was ordered to investigate the case. Linjiang's Pan and Xu family businesses had always been at odds with each other. Pan Yue Yang is Lu Jiang's uncle and has always wanted Lu Jiang to marry his adopted daughter, Su Pan. Soon, business and crime cross each other, and Lu Jiang is forced to pick a side.
Fire chief Song Yan and emergency doctor Xu Qin were separated by family opposition when they were younger. Now ten years later, they meet again due to their professions. After experiencing life and death together, they manage to find their way back, working together and encouraging each other. They acknowledge each other's individual growth after years apart, but will they be able to overcome the obstacles in their path this time to stay together?
In 2003, Lu Changhe, a determined official, is tasked with overseeing the restoration of the Grand Canal in Dongjiang City. He addresses pollution, manages resident relocations, and preserves historical landmarks, ultimately contributing to the canal’s inclusion on the World Heritage List in 2014.
Secretary Gao Yun Xi leads a group of party members to help mobilize San Quan Village, a countryside village with deep history and culture that is falling behind rapid urbanization. Gao Yun Xi has to rely on her bravery and resources to prove to the villagers that the reforms will benefit the village.