Set against the backdrop of massive economic growth in the 1990s, the story follows A Bao, a self-made millionaire and his journey from being a young opportunist with a troubled past to accumulating dazzling wealth in the city of Shanghai. It also follows his entanglement with four women who represent the pursuits of his life: adventure, honour, love and innocence.
Xiao Se, a penniless innkeeper with a mysterious past, embarks on a journey with young martial artist Lei Wujie. Along the way, they befriend skilled warriors and become entangled in power struggles between the martial arts world and the imperial court. As they face deadly battles and unravel hidden conspiracies, Xiao Se’s true identity is revealed, linking their journey to a throne dispute from twelve years ago.
You Benchang (Chinese: 游本昌; pinyin: Yóu Běnchāng; born 16 September 1933) is a Chinese actor. You is noted for his roles as Ji Gong in the television series Ji Gong, which earned him a Best Actor Award at the 4th Golden Eagle Awards.