Zhao Dayong has spent years working away from home, enduring hardship to earn a living, only to have his family constantly demand the money he earns. Meanwhile, his wife and daughter are left suffering in an oppressive and unhappy household. After finally seeing the situation for what it is, he decides to strike out on his own with his wife and daughter, working hard to build a new life for their little family. His careful eye helps him avoid hidden dangers involving construction materials at the worksite. As the truth about his origins gradually comes to light, he faces the extreme actions of the family who raised him. Choosing to trust the law, he handles their disputes responsibly and follows his heart while deciding where to draw the line between family ties and personal principles.