In the late 1980s, Xiao Man, a mountain village girl, unexpectedly rescues Lu Changning, the village doctor's son, from a river. Innocently treating him as a "treasure" she picked up, a comedic yet heartwarming romance unfolds. Faced with disdain from his family, harassment from relatives, and continuous obstacles to their marriage, Lu Changning steadfastly protects his wife. As his old illness is cured, Xiao Man gradually regains her health and, relying on her years of accumulated mountain forest experience and herb-recognition skills, leads the villagers in gathering herbs to make a living, proving her own worth in adversity. From being looked down upon to winning respect, and from an accidental bond to a sincere lifelong commitment, the two hand in hand cultivate a warm and happy home amidst the green mountains and clear waters.