Chen Yang had shouldered the burden of supporting his family for years, paying for their education and living expenses, yet he never received the respect he deserved. When he struggled to afford the bride price, his family failed to understand him, so he chose to venture out on his own. Drawing on the experience he had gained from gathering seafood since childhood and his keen eye for opportunities, he started on the tidal flats and gradually built his own business. With the support of his girlfriend, Zhou Xiaoyu, he joined forces with his neighbors to establish a fishing cooperative, leading everyone toward greater income and prosperity. Hardworking and determined, Chen Yang moved forward one step at a time, ultimately achieving professional success and finding true happiness on his path to independence and self-reliance. The story conveys the uplifting message of working hard and creating a better life with one's own hands.